5G NR N261 (mmWave 28 GHz)
The 5G NR frequency band n261 operates in the millimeter-wave (mmWave) range, specifically at 28 GHz. Here is a summary of its key details:
- Frequency Range: 27.5 GHz to 28.35 GHz
- Bandwidth: 850 MHz
- Duplex Mode: Time Division Duplexing (TDD)
- Supported Channel Bandwidths: 50, 100, 200, and 400 MHz
- Geographical Coverage: Subset of the n257 (28 GHz) band, established to match the United States' 28 GHz band plan
- Usage: Designed for short-range transmission with high data rates, often used in Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) and early mmWave mobility trials.
