Outdoor LoRa antenna kit for 902–928 MHz projects
MikroTik 915 Omni Antenna in Dubai, UAE
The MikroTik 915 Omni Antenna is a purpose-built omnidirectional antenna kit for LoRa gateways and compatible IoT equipment operating in the 902–928 MHz frequency range. It combines broad horizontal coverage, outdoor protection and straightforward mast mounting for projects that need reliable radio reach around a central gateway location.
Planning a LoRa deployment?
Share the gateway model, operating region, quantity, mounting location and project timeline. FourTeck can help confirm product fit and prepare a suitable quotation.
Direct answer for buyers
The MikroTik 915 Omni Antenna is an outdoor antenna kit for LoRa gateways and related IoT devices that support the 902–928 MHz band. It is mainly used to provide omnidirectional radio coverage around a gateway mounted on a mast, rooftop, marine structure, utility site or industrial facility. Organisations considering this model should first verify that their operating region and LoRa equipment use the same frequency range. Buyers should also confirm connector type, mounting height, feeder-cable requirements, lightning protection strategy and whether a directional or omnidirectional pattern better suits the planned device layout.
What the antenna does
This antenna connects to a compatible LoRa gateway or radio through its SMA interface and radiates energy around the mounting point. The horizontal beamwidth is 360 degrees, which makes the model suitable when end devices are positioned in several directions rather than concentrated in one narrow corridor. A 30-degree vertical beamwidth helps focus energy around the horizon, so installation height and antenna orientation matter. The design is intended for IoT and LoRa applications rather than Wi-Fi or cellular broadband. It does not create a LoRa network on its own; it forms the radio-facing part of a complete system that also requires a compatible gateway, network server, backhaul connection and correctly configured end devices.
Who should consider it
The model may suit IoT solution providers, systems integrators, utilities, agricultural operators, logistics companies, industrial facilities, ports, marinas and project teams building 915 MHz LoRa coverage. It is most relevant where a central gateway must hear devices distributed around the site. It may be less appropriate when regulations require another band, when the connected gateway supports only 868 MHz, or when devices are located mainly in one direction and a directional antenna would provide a better link budget. FourTeck can help review these conditions before a purchase decision is made.
Business challenges this antenna can help address
Distributed sensor locations
Facilities often place sensors, meters and trackers in several directions from a gateway. An omnidirectional pattern can reduce the need to aim the antenna toward one fixed sector, provided the radio plan and site survey support this approach.
Exposed outdoor mounting
IoT gateways are frequently installed on masts, rooftops, utility structures or coastal sites. The antenna’s IP66 rating and durable cable support outdoor use, though proper sealing, grounding and installation workmanship remain essential.
Frequency-band matching
LoRa deployments must align the antenna, gateway radio and local spectrum plan. This product is intended for the 902–928 MHz range, so it provides a clear option for compatible regional deployments rather than mixed-band installations.
Simplified mast attachment
The included fastening set and one-metre SMA cable help project teams assemble a practical outdoor antenna connection without sourcing every basic mounting component separately. Site-specific brackets may still be required.
Core capabilities in practical terms
Omnidirectional coverage
The 360-degree horizontal beamwidth supports communication with devices around the gateway rather than in one narrow direction.
5.2 dBi peak gain
The antenna provides moderate gain suited to balanced area coverage. Actual range depends on terrain, height, obstacles, radio power and device sensitivity.
Outdoor protection
IP66 protection is intended to resist dust and powerful water jets, supporting outdoor, marine and coastal installation contexts.
Installation kit
A one-metre SMA male-to-male cable and mechanical fastening components are included for straightforward mast installation.
Product-fit decision matrix
| Requirement | Suitable when | Confirm before ordering |
|---|---|---|
| Operating band | Your gateway and end devices use 902–928 MHz LoRa frequencies. | Local regulations and the exact regional frequency plan. |
| Coverage geometry | Devices are positioned around the gateway in multiple directions. | Whether a directional antenna would perform better for the actual site. |
| Outdoor deployment | The antenna will be mounted on a mast, rooftop, utility structure or exposed area. | Grounding, surge protection, cable entry and mounting hardware requirements. |
| Gateway connection | The gateway has a compatible SMA connection and supports the same band. | Connector gender, cable-loss budget and any adapter requirement. |
| Project scale | A central gateway will serve a moderate area with suitably positioned end devices. | Site survey results, link budget and whether additional gateways are needed. |
Verified technical information
The following details are based on current manufacturer documentation for product code 915_Omni_antenna. Project performance remains dependent on installation conditions, connected hardware and the permitted frequency plan.
| Brand | MikroTik |
|---|---|
| Product name | 915 Omni antenna |
| Product code | 915_Omni_antenna |
| Product type | Outdoor omnidirectional antenna kit for LoRa applications |
| Frequency | 902–928 MHz |
| Peak gain | 5.2 dBi |
| Horizontal beamwidth | 360 degrees |
| Vertical beamwidth | 30 degrees |
| Nominal impedance | 50 ohms |
| Lightning protection | DC ground; site-level surge and grounding design should still be confirmed |
| Antenna connector | SMA female |
| Included cable | 1 metre SMA male-to-male cable |
| Included mounting parts | Mechanical fastening set for mast attachment |
| Ingress protection | IP66 |
| Dimensions | 42 × 68 × 495 mm |
| Weight | 0.6 kg |
| Compatibility guidance | Designed for compatible 915 MHz LoRa equipment, including suitable MikroTik LR9 gateways. Confirm the exact gateway connector and operating region. |
| Availability | Contact FourTeck for current UAE options, quantity guidance and vendor lead time. |
Compatibility, regulatory and installation dependencies
Antenna selection is not based on frequency label alone. The gateway radio must support the same LoRa band, the connector arrangement must be correct and the deployment must comply with the local spectrum plan. In the UAE, buyers should confirm the permitted LoRaWAN regional parameters and any project-specific regulatory obligations before deployment. The antenna should be installed vertically unless the radio plan states otherwise. Mounting too low, too close to metal structures or behind large obstructions can reduce effective coverage. Extending the supplied cable may introduce additional loss, so any longer cable run should be evaluated rather than added without calculation.
The IP66 rating supports exposed installation, but the complete installation is only as weather-resistant as its weakest point. Cable entries, connectors, adapters, surge devices and gateway enclosures must all be installed correctly. A professional installer should review mast strength, wind exposure, bonding, grounding and lightning-protection requirements. FourTeck can include these questions in the quotation and implementation discussion, but final scope depends on the site and customer requirements.
Purchase and deployment journey
Confirm the operating band
Identify the LoRa regional plan, gateway model and end-device frequency support. Do not assume that 868 MHz and 915 MHz hardware can be mixed.
Review the site geometry
Map device locations, obstacles, expected mounting height and areas where signal quality is most important. Decide whether omnidirectional coverage is appropriate.
Validate the connection
Check the gateway’s antenna port, connector gender, cable length, surge-protection needs and whether any adapters or additional mounting parts are required.
Prepare the quotation
Confirm quantity, destination, delivery expectation, installation scope, gateway hardware and any supporting network or server requirement.
Install and validate
Mount the antenna, secure the cable, verify grounding, configure the gateway and test packet reception from representative device locations.
Coverage design: why antenna position matters
The 915 Omni Antenna provides 360-degree horizontal coverage, but this does not mean every site will receive identical signal strength. Radio coverage is shaped by mounting height, surrounding buildings, terrain, vegetation, metalwork, interference, gateway sensitivity and end-device placement. LoRa technology is well suited to long-range, low-data-rate communication, yet realistic planning still requires a link budget and field testing. A higher mounting point may clear obstacles and improve line of sight, but an excessively high position can create a coverage shape that is less effective for nearby devices because the antenna’s vertical beamwidth concentrates energy around the horizon.
For warehouses or industrial yards, the project team should inspect metal roofs, storage racks, containers, machinery and boundary walls. For farms, irrigation projects or environmental monitoring, terrain changes and vegetation can influence propagation. Marine and coastal projects must also consider salt exposure, wind loading and cable routing. The antenna’s IP66 construction and improved cable durability make it relevant to these environments, but periodic inspection remains sensible.
FourTeck can help structure a coverage discussion around the actual deployment rather than a generic distance claim. Useful inputs include a site map, gateway coordinates, mounting height, approximate sensor positions, building materials, expected data rate and the radio characteristics of the end devices. These details support a better decision about antenna choice, gateway count and installation location.
Outdoor resilience and responsible installation
The manufacturer specifies IP66 water resistance, meaning the enclosure is designed to resist dust ingress and powerful water jets. This is useful for rooftops, open yards, marine structures and exposed utility sites. IP66 should not be interpreted as permission to ignore installation quality. Connectors need proper weatherproofing, cable bends should respect suitable radius, the feeder should be supported to avoid strain and entry points into the gateway enclosure should be sealed. The mechanical holder supplied with the antenna simplifies mast attachment, but pole diameter, loading, corrosion resistance and wind exposure must still be checked.
The antenna includes DC-ground lightning protection at the antenna level. A complete installation may still require bonding, earthing and surge-protection measures suited to the building and local electrical standards. These decisions should be made by qualified personnel. Lightning and surge design is particularly important when an antenna is mounted above roof level or connected by an external cable to sensitive networking equipment.
For procurement teams, the practical lesson is to include installation materials and services in the bill of materials. A product-only quotation may not account for mast work, weatherproofing tape, conduit, surge protection, grounding conductor, labour, access equipment or site permits. FourTeck can help separate the antenna cost from the wider deployment scope so the project budget is clearer.
Gateway integration and operational planning
The antenna is one component of a LoRa solution. A working deployment also needs a compatible radio gateway, appropriate firmware, packet-forwarding configuration, a LoRa network server and backhaul connectivity. Depending on the project, the backhaul may use Ethernet, Wi-Fi or cellular service. The gateway must be configured with the correct regional channel plan, and end devices must use matching parameters. A mismatch can cause poor reception or prevent devices from joining the network.
MikroTik identifies compatible use with products such as the KNOT LR9 kit and suitable wAP LR9 family gateways. Exact compatibility should be confirmed against the current hardware revision, regional model and connector layout. The antenna does not include a gateway, subscription or network-server service. Those elements should be listed separately where required. Public LoRaWAN networks, private network servers and application platforms each have different onboarding, security and operational requirements.
Operational planning should also cover monitoring and maintenance. Teams should know how they will detect gateway outages, inspect antenna connections, manage firmware updates and verify that remote devices continue reporting. A pilot installation with representative devices is often more useful than relying only on theoretical range. FourTeck can assist with requirement review, gateway selection, antenna matching and configuration planning for the broader solution.
Ideal business environments and use cases
Utility and metering networks
Water, electricity and environmental monitoring projects can place low-power devices around a gateway. The antenna may support these deployments where the regional band, link budget and device placement match its characteristics.
Agriculture and remote monitoring
Soil sensors, weather stations, irrigation controllers and asset trackers may be distributed across open land. Gateway height, terrain and vegetation should be evaluated before finalising the antenna location.
Ports, marinas and coastal facilities
The IP66 design and durable cable make the product relevant to marine and coastal environments. Corrosion-resistant mounting, grounding and scheduled inspection should be included in the installation plan.
Industrial yards and logistics sites
Trackers, level sensors, safety devices and equipment monitors may need coverage around a central operations area. Containers, machinery and metal structures can affect propagation and should be considered.
Smart-building and campus projects
A gateway may serve meters, room sensors or facility-management devices across several buildings. Dense structures may require multiple gateways rather than relying on a single antenna location.
System integrator demonstrations
Integrators can use the antenna in proof-of-concept environments to test 915 MHz gateway coverage and device onboarding before moving to a larger deployment design.
Buyer questions to resolve before ordering
Which regional LoRa plan will be used?
The antenna supports 902–928 MHz. Confirm that this range is correct for the country, gateway and end devices.
What gateway model is being connected?
Provide the exact model and hardware revision so connector type, radio band and supported accessories can be checked.
Where will the antenna be mounted?
Rooftop, pole, wall, marine structure and indoor high-bay locations each introduce different mounting and safety requirements.
How far are the end devices?
Distance alone is not enough. Building materials, terrain, height, radio power and device sensitivity must also be considered.
Is one metre of cable sufficient?
Longer feeder runs create more loss. Confirm the gateway position and avoid unnecessary cable length where possible.
What installation support is required?
Clarify whether the quotation should include mounting, grounding, weatherproofing, gateway configuration, testing and handover.
Procurement checklist
✓ Exact product code: 915_Omni_antenna
✓ Required quantity and spare-unit requirement
✓ Destination country and deployment location
✓ LoRa regional frequency plan
✓ Gateway model and connector arrangement
✓ End-device frequency compatibility
✓ Planned mast height and mounting surface
✓ Cable-routing and weatherproofing requirements
✓ Grounding and surge-protection scope
✓ Additional brackets, poles or adapters
✓ Installation and configuration services
✓ Site survey or pilot-test requirement
✓ Delivery coordination and project timeline
✓ Warranty guidance and support expectations
How FourTeck can assist
FourTeck can support buyers who need more than a part number. The process can start with a review of the gateway model, operating band, number of sites and device distribution. This helps identify whether the MikroTik 915 Omni Antenna is a sensible fit or whether the project should consider another antenna pattern, frequency range or gateway arrangement. For multi-site requirements, FourTeck can help organise quantities and related components into a practical bill of materials.
Quotation support can include the antenna, compatible MikroTik IoT gateways, network accessories and installation services where required. Configuration discussions may cover gateway firmware, regional channel plan, packet forwarding, network-server connection and basic validation. The final implementation scope depends on the customer’s existing environment and whether the project uses a public or private LoRaWAN platform.
Buyers can review additional technology options through the FourTeck product portfolio, discuss implementation requirements through technology services, or send project details using the FourTeck contact page. General company information is available on the FourTeck profile.
UAE availability and support guidance
Contact FourTeck to confirm current UAE availability for the MikroTik 915 Omni Antenna. Availability may depend on quantity, vendor lead time and the exact project requirement. A quotation can be prepared after the operating frequency, gateway model, connector type and installation scope are confirmed. Delivery and project coordination can then be discussed for Dubai and other UAE locations.
FourTeck can also help identify whether installation, mast work, weatherproofing, surge protection, gateway configuration or LoRa platform integration should be included. These services are not automatically part of a product quotation and should be requested clearly. Buyers should avoid ordering only by antenna name when the operating region has not been verified, because a frequency mismatch can make the equipment unsuitable for the intended deployment.
Coverage across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah and Ajman
FourTeck can coordinate requirement review, quotation and delivery planning for projects in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah and Ajman. For each location, the team will need the exact quantity, deployment type, gateway model and expected timeline. Installation scope should describe whether the antenna will be fitted on a roof, tower, utility pole, warehouse structure or marine site. Access restrictions, working-at-height requirements, permits and site-safety conditions can affect service planning. Current product availability and project scheduling should be confirmed before purchase or mobilisation.
GCC Availability
FourTeck can assist organisations planning 915 MHz LoRa projects across the GCC with requirement review, antenna selection, gateway matching, quotation coordination and deployment planning. The first step is to confirm whether the 902–928 MHz operating range is appropriate for the destination country and the selected gateway. Requirements in the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain and Oman can differ in regulatory treatment, project conditions and logistics. Buyers should share the exact product, quantity, destination, license or platform requirements, mounting environment and expected schedule.
Product availability, delivery timing, installation scope, vendor lead time and service coordination can vary by country, model and quantity. FourTeck does not assume that one regional design is automatically valid for every GCC market. Where required, the quotation discussion can include related gateways, mounting hardware, surge protection, configuration assistance and renewal or support planning. Confirming these details early helps avoid ordering the wrong frequency version or an incomplete bill of materials.
Africa Availability
FourTeck can help businesses and system integrators evaluate the MikroTik 915 Omni Antenna for projects in selected African markets, including regional procurement planning for East Africa and other areas where the applicable LoRa frequency plan supports this type of antenna. The evaluation should cover the destination country, gateway radio, connector type, required quantity, installation environment, project schedule and any need for configuration or field support. Buyers can also review regional technology support through FourTeck Africa, FourTeck Kenya and FourTeck Uganda.
Availability and fulfilment may depend on the destination, product quantity, radio regulations, power standards, shipping arrangements, vendor lead time and local project conditions. Installation and onsite support coverage should be discussed separately and cannot be assumed for every location. Providing a clear site description and expected deployment date allows FourTeck to give more appropriate guidance on products, accessories and support scope.
Related products and services to consider
MikroTik KNOT LR9 kit
A compact LoRa IoT gateway option for compatible 915 MHz projects. Confirm the exact regional variant and backhaul requirements.
MikroTik wAP LR9 family
Outdoor gateway options that may connect to the antenna. Verify the exact model, connector and radio band before ordering.
868 Omni antenna
A different frequency option for deployments using the 862–876 MHz range. It is not a direct substitute unless the gateway and region require that band.
LoRa gateway configuration
Assistance with regional settings, packet forwarding, network-server connectivity and baseline testing can be scoped separately.
Outdoor installation support
Mast mounting, weatherproofing, grounding and cable routing can be reviewed as part of a site-specific service quotation.
Why businesses contact FourTeck
Many antenna purchases fail because the buyer receives a component without the surrounding design guidance. FourTeck focuses the discussion on the complete requirement: frequency plan, gateway hardware, connector type, coverage pattern, site conditions, quantity, delivery destination and support scope. This helps procurement teams understand what is included and what still needs to be sourced.
FourTeck can coordinate model selection, compatibility review, bill-of-material preparation, quotation, installation planning and configuration scope. The company does not replace a formal spectrum review or a professional engineering assessment where one is required, but it can help organise the information needed for a practical purchase decision. The result is a clearer route from product enquiry to deployment planning.
Frequently asked questions
What frequency range does the MikroTik 915 Omni Antenna support?
The manufacturer specifies operation across 902–928 MHz. The connected gateway and end devices must support a compatible regional LoRa plan.
Is this antenna suitable for 868 MHz LoRa deployments?
No. Buyers planning an 868 MHz deployment should consider the appropriate 868 MHz antenna and matching gateway hardware rather than using this model.
What is included with the antenna?
The kit includes the antenna, a one-metre SMA male-to-male cable and a mechanical fastening set for mast attachment.
Which connector does it use?
The antenna has an SMA female connector. Confirm the connector on the intended gateway and whether the supplied cable creates the correct end-to-end connection.
Can it be installed outdoors?
Yes. The antenna is rated IP66. Proper weatherproofing, grounding, surge protection and secure mounting remain part of the installation responsibility.
How much coverage will it provide?
There is no universal distance figure. Coverage depends on mounting height, terrain, obstacles, gateway sensitivity, radio settings and end-device characteristics.
Does the antenna include a LoRa gateway?
No. It is an antenna kit. A compatible gateway, backhaul connection, network server and end devices must be supplied separately where required.
Can FourTeck help with installation and configuration?
Installation, gateway setup and testing can be discussed as separate project scope. The quotation should clearly state the required services.
How do I request a quotation?
Send the gateway model, quantity, destination, deployment site, mounting requirement and project schedule to FourTeck for review.
Is UAE stock guaranteed?
No. Contact FourTeck to confirm current UAE availability, quantity options and vendor lead time before placing an order.
Confirm the right antenna, gateway and installation scope
Send FourTeck your LoRa gateway model, operating country, quantity and site details. The team can review compatibility and prepare a quotation for the MikroTik 915 Omni Antenna and related project requirements.
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