A method for producing internal antenna components for small radio
devices. A radiator is supported by a flat-topped protrusion formed in a
plastic blank--e.g., by pressing with a hot tool. The length of the
protrusion sets the height of the planar antenna. The radiator and its
conductors are formed by removing material from a conducting film
attached to the top of the protrusion. A feed and a shorting conductor
are formed as extensions of the radiator. Contacts are attached to the
feed and the shorting conductor to connect the antenna component to the
radio device. Elongated gaps made in the plastic blank around the edges
of the protrusion can facilitate loosening of the component. A plurality
of antenna components can be formed on a uniform plastic blank and placed
in a common package. The method results in low manufacturing costs and
quick production time.