Transmitter Solutions ANTWIERECSEA318 318 MHz Coax Antenna Kit Compatibility and Cable Details
The Transmitter Solutions ANTWIERECSEA318 is a 318 MHz remote coax antenna kit for HIVE receiver applications requiring the antenna to be positioned away from the receiver electronics. The supplied catalog description identifies this antenna kit with 2.5M coax.
Transmitter Solutions currently documents a broader ANTKIT* remote antenna family with a 318 MHz frequency version. The current manufacturer antenna family page lists a mounting bracket with 12 ft cable, while the exact ANTWIERECSEA318 SKU and 2.5M cable designation are not separately published on that page. Verify the exact kit and coax length before ordering when replacing an existing antenna or when cable reach is critical.
What the ANTWIERECSEA318 Antenna Kit Does
This antenna kit allows a compatible 318 MHz receiver antenna to be mounted remotely from the receiver board. Separating the antenna location from the receiver electronics can provide a more practical mounting position when the receiver is installed inside an enclosure or near surrounding equipment.
The antenna kit does not change the receiver frequency, transmitter protocol, facility code, Wiegand format, or remote programming. The connected receiver must still be a compatible 318 MHz system using the proper transmitter protocol.
Verified Manufacturer Antenna Kit Frequency Availability
The current Transmitter Solutions remote Antenna Coaxial Kit family is documented in the following frequency versions:
- 300/310 MHz
- 295 MHz
- 318 MHz
- 418 MHz
- 433 MHz
ANTWIERECSEA318 is identified in the supplied catalog information as the 318 MHz HIVE coax antenna kit with 2.5M coax. Do not substitute another frequency antenna kit based only on the appearance of the whip, bracket, or coax cable.
Manufacturer-Documented 318 MHz HIVE Coax Antenna Applications
Current and applicable Transmitter Solutions documentation identifies coax antenna use with the following 318 MHz receiver applications:
- RECTSWEI295/318/433 HIVE Wiegand Receiver - the current product page documents 318 MHz operation at 26-bit Wiegand and lists an optional coax antenna.
- HIVE318WSA HIVE 318 1000 Programmable Receiver - the current product page states that the receiver includes a coax antenna and wiring harness.
- 318L Wiegand Receiver - the applicable receiver manual documents a remote antenna connection using shielded RG58 cable with 50 Ohm impedance.
These are verified 318 MHz receiver applications where Transmitter Solutions documents coax antenna use. Exact public compatibility could not be fully confirmed between ANTWIERECSEA318 and every receiver listed above. Verify the receiver model, antenna terminals or connection, existing antenna assembly, and required coax length before treating this kit as a direct replacement.
RECTSMULFRE Multi-Frequency Receiver Application Requires Confirmation
The Transmitter Solutions RECTSMULFRE HIVE Wiegand Dual Band Receiver supports plug-in 318 MHz RF modules and documents antenna inputs for the installed receiver card configuration.
The current public manufacturer documentation does not specifically cross-reference ANTWIERECSEA318 as the replacement antenna kit for every RECTSMULFRE hardware revision. Verify the physical receiver processor, installed 318 MHz RF module, antenna connection, and existing coax arrangement before ordering for the multi-frequency receiver platform.
318L Wiegand Receiver Antenna Requirements
The Transmitter Solutions 318L Wiegand receiver manual specifies shielded RG58 cable with 50 Ohm impedance for the antenna connection. The receiver provides separate Antenna Shield and Antenna Core terminals.
When servicing a 318L receiver, use the antenna connection method specified for that receiver. Do not assume another HIVE receiver uses the same terminals or coax termination simply because it also operates at 318 MHz.
2.5M Catalog Description and Current 12 Ft Manufacturer Listing
The supplied ANTWIERECSEA318 catalog description identifies 2.5M coax. The current Transmitter Solutions ANTKIT* antenna family page lists a mounting bracket with 12 ft cable and includes 318 MHz as an available frequency.
The exact ANTWIERECSEA318 SKU is not separately shown on the current manufacturer antenna family page. Current public documentation therefore does not clarify whether the 2.5M version is a legacy configuration, a separate cable-length package, or another catalog variation. Verify the physical product label and actual coax length when exact cable reach is required.
Difference Between ANTWIERECSEA318 and ANTWIERECSEA318L
The supplied catalog descriptions identify ANTWIERECSEA318 with 2.5M coax and ANTWIERECSEA318L with 6M coax. These two catalog numbers should not automatically be treated as the same antenna kit when cable length matters.
The current public Transmitter Solutions ANTKIT* page does not separately publish either exact SKU or provide a manufacturer cross-reference between the 2.5M and 6M catalog designations. Match the exact part number and required coax reach before substituting one for the other.
Package Contents and Manufacturer Assembly Details
The current Transmitter Solutions antenna kit page documents a remote antenna with mounting bracket and cable. The official Antenna Kit Assembly illustration shows the antenna whip, antenna base components, metal mounting bracket, coax lead, fastener, washer, nut, and associated antenna mounting hardware.
The exact ANTWIERECSEA318 retail package contents are not separately itemized in current public manufacturer documentation. Confirm package contents when the antenna whip, bracket, hardware, or exact 2.5M coax length is required.
Items Not Included
- HIVE receiver
- 318 MHz RF frequency module
- Remote transmitters
- Gate operator control board
- Access control panel
- Receiver power supply
Similar Antenna Kits Are Not Automatically Interchangeable
Transmitter Solutions documents several frequency versions of its remote antenna coax kit family. Similar-looking antenna whips and brackets do not prove interchangeability.
- A 295 MHz antenna kit should not be substituted for a 318 MHz receiver application.
- A 300/310 MHz antenna kit should not be substituted for a 318 MHz receiver application.
- A 418 MHz antenna kit should not be substituted for a 318 MHz receiver application.
- A 433 MHz antenna kit should not be substituted for a 318 MHz receiver application.
- ANTWIERECSEA318 and ANTWIERECSEA318L should be checked for the required catalog cable length before substitution.
- A coax antenna supplied with another HIVE receiver should not automatically be treated as an ANTWIERECSEA318 replacement without checking the antenna connection.
Features and Specifications
| Feature | Specification |
| Brand | Transmitter Solutions |
| Catalog Part Number | ANTWIERECSEA318 |
| Product Type | Remote coax antenna kit |
| Frequency Application | 318 MHz |
| Catalog Cable Description | 2.5M coax |
| Current Manufacturer Antenna Family Cable Listing | 12 ft cable |
| Current Manufacturer Antenna Family Reference | ANTKIT* |
| Mounting Style | Remote-mounted antenna with bracket |
| Cable Type | Coaxial antenna cable |
| 318L Receiver Manual Cable Specification | Shielded RG58, 50 Ohm impedance |
| 318L Receiver Antenna Terminals | Antenna Shield and Antenna Core |
| Exact Public ANTWIERECSEA318 Receiver Matrix | Not separately published - verify the receiver and physical antenna kit label |
| Receiver Included | No |
| RF Module Included | No |
Technician Note
The main ordering mistake with this antenna is assuming every 318 MHz HIVE coax kit is the same length. The supplied ANTWIERECSEA318 description says 2.5M coax, while ANTWIERECSEA318L is described as the 6M version and the current manufacturer ANTKIT* page lists 12 ft cable. Check the exact antenna SKU and measure the required coax route before ordering.
Before Ordering Checklist
- Verify the exact catalog part number ANTWIERECSEA318.
- Confirm the receiver operates at 318 MHz.
- Identify the exact HIVE or Wiegand receiver model.
- Inspect the existing antenna for a part number or frequency label.
- Confirm the installation requires the catalog-described 2.5M coax version.
- Do not confuse ANTWIERECSEA318 with the catalog-described ANTWIERECSEA318L 6M version.
- Check the receiver antenna connection or terminal arrangement.
- For the documented 318L Wiegand receiver, verify RG58 50 Ohm antenna cable requirements.
- Confirm antenna bracket clearance and mounting location.
- Verify package contents when mounting hardware is required.
Installation and Service Notes
Receiver and antenna placement can affect radio performance. Transmitter Solutions documentation for the 318L receiver recommends keeping the receiver away from interference sources such as magnetic fields or radio waves and specifies shielded RG58 50 Ohm cable for that receiver's antenna connection.
Do not assume an unapproved coax splice, cable extension, or antenna from another frequency will provide the same receiver performance. Match the receiver, operating frequency, antenna connection, and required cable length to the actual installation.
After installation, test transmitter operation from the normal access areas. If range remains poor, inspect transmitter condition, coax damage, antenna termination, receiver condition, and site interference before replacing additional radio equipment. Do not bypass gate safety or entrapment protection devices during testing.
Product Questions and Answers
Is ANTWIERECSEA318 a complete HIVE receiver?
No. ANTWIERECSEA318 is a 318 MHz remote coax antenna kit. The receiver, RF frequency module, transmitters, and access control equipment are separate components.
Is ANTWIERECSEA318 verified for every 318 MHz HIVE receiver?
No universal receiver matrix for the exact ANTWIERECSEA318 SKU is separately published in current public Transmitter Solutions documentation. Verify the receiver model, 318 MHz frequency, antenna connection or terminals, and existing antenna label before ordering.
What is the difference between ANTWIERECSEA318 and ANTWIERECSEA318L?
The supplied catalog descriptions identify ANTWIERECSEA318 with 2.5M coax and ANTWIERECSEA318L with 6M coax. The current manufacturer antenna family page does not separately publish these exact SKUs, so verify the required cable length and physical part label before substituting one kit for the other.
Why does ANTWIERECSEA318 say 2.5M coax when the current manufacturer antenna page lists 12 ft?
The supplied ANTWIERECSEA318 catalog description identifies 2.5M coax, while the current Transmitter Solutions ANTKIT* page lists a mounting bracket with 12 ft cable. Because the exact ANTWIERECSEA318 SKU is not separately shown on the current page, confirm the physical kit and actual cable length when exact reach is required.
Which Transmitter Solutions 318 MHz receivers document coax antenna use?
The RECTSWEI295/318/433 HIVE Wiegand receiver documents an optional coax antenna, the HIVE318WSA 318 MHz programmable receiver is documented as including a coax antenna and wiring harness, and the 318L Wiegand receiver manual documents a remote RG58 antenna connection. Confirm the exact antenna kit SKU for the receiver being serviced.
What antenna cable does the Transmitter Solutions 318L Wiegand receiver manual specify?
The 318L Wiegand receiver manual specifies shielded RG58 cable with 50 Ohm impedance and identifies separate Antenna Shield and Antenna Core receiver terminals.
Can I use a 418 MHz or 433 MHz HIVE coax antenna kit on a 318 MHz receiver?
Do not substitute antenna frequency versions based only on appearance. Transmitter Solutions separately documents 295 MHz, 300/310 MHz, 318 MHz, 418 MHz, and 433 MHz remote antenna kit versions. Match the antenna frequency to the receiver application.
What should I verify before ordering ANTWIERECSEA318?
Verify the exact receiver model, 318 MHz operating frequency, ANTWIERECSEA318 part label, antenna connection or terminals, required 2.5M coax catalog version, mounting location, and package contents. Do not confuse it with the catalog-described ANTWIERECSEA318L 6M coax version.
