MECA Electronics Inc.

100 kHz to 1000 MHz U Series Amplifier, Now Up To 250 W

AR’s new family of “U” (Universal) Series RF solid-state Class A power amplifiers now includes a 250 W model that covers the 100 kHz to 1000 MHz frequency range. These amplifiers are ideal for EMC, laboratory use, antenna and component testing, Watt meter calibration, medical/physics research and more. This compact, high performance and affordable amplifier joins a family of products available in 1, 2.5, 10, 25 and 50 W output levels that covers 10 kHz to 1000 MHz.

AR RF/Microwave Instrumentation
www.arworld.us/html/u-series-amplifiers.asp

MECA Electronics Inc.

1 W, Solid-State, Medium Power Amplifier Module

Introducing MPA1004, an ultra broadband 0.5 to 26.5 GHz medium power solid-state amplifier for all lab applications. The MPA1004 module produces 1 W of CW power with a gain of 30 dB. This is a state-of-the-art power amplifier module that features Exodus’ instantaneous ultra-wideband module with built-in protection circuits for superb reliability and ruggedness. It is a design suitable for EW, EMI/RFI testing, phased arrays and any application requiring small size and high-power density.

Exodus Advanced Communications
www.exoduscomm.com

MECA Electronics Inc.

SGA/SGN Series SSPAs

KRATOS General Microwave’s SGA/SGN Series SSPAs offer GaAs/GaN technology reliability that can be customized to meet specific pulse or CW output powers. The product line supports both X- and Ku-Band applications with bandwidths up to 10 percent and offers peak power outputs up to 400 W. Designed for demanding defense, aerospace and SATCOM applications. General Microwave SSPAs have excellent power efficiency with demonstrated field proven performance and reliability. General Microwave’s vertical integration process affords flexible layouts and architectures to meet individual specifications for electrical, mechanical and environmental parameters.

Kratos General Microwave
www.kratosmed.com

MECA Electronics Inc.

Low-Current MMIC LNA Die Covers 10 to 13 GHz

Mini-Circuits’ PMA2-133LN-D+ is a MMIC low noise amplifier die covering the 10 to 13 GHz range. This model operates on a 3 to 5 V supply with just 13 mA currentconsumption at 3 V, and provides 1.3 dB noise figure, +28.6 dBm IP3, 8.9 dB P1dB and 14.1 dB gain. The amplifier is designed with a built-in shut-down feature to conserve DC power consumption when the amplifier is not in use. The amplifier die is supplied in small-quantity gel-paks of 5, 10, 50 or 100 KGD (Known Good Dice), as well as partial and full production wafers.

Mini-Circuits
www.minicircuits.com

MECA Electronics Inc.

6 to 18 GHz, Low Noise Amplifier

PMI Model No. PE2-19-6G18G-1R6-16-12-SFF is a low noise amplifier (LNA) which operates between 6 to 18 GHz. This LNA provides 19 dB of small signal gain while maintaining a low noise figure of only 1.6 dB. The P1dB output power of 15 dBm enables the LNA to function as a LO driver for balanced, I/Q or image reject mixers. This model also features I/Os that are DC blocked and internally matched to 50 Ohms.

Planar Monolithics Industries Inc.
www.pmi-rf.com

SOURCES

MECA Electronics Inc.

Ku- and Ka-Band BUCs and SSPAs

The ATOM series of Ku- and Ka-Band BUCs and SSPAs are among the smallest, lightest, most energy efficient transmitters available. ATOM’s high efficiency reduces power consumption significantly, delivering considerable lifetime operational cost savings. This series is ideal for applications such as airborne, comms on the move and TWTA replacement. Its special options include complete customization, baseplate cooling, 1275D surge protection, EMI filtering and internal reference with auto-sensing, backed by excellent availability and short lead times.

Norsat International
www.norsat.com

MECA Electronics Inc.

C-Band GaN SSPA Transmitter

RFHIC Corp. introduces the RRT56575K0-67, 5.6 to 5.7 GHz GaN SSPA transmitter for radar system applications. The RRT56575K0-67 has an output power of 5 kW, 30 percent power consumption efficiency, 67 dB gain and a 10 percent duty cycle. The RRT56575K0-67 is designed and manufactured utilizing RFHIC’s GaN HEMT technology, providing excellent power density, high breakdown voltage and high efficiency. Upon customer’s needs, the transmitter shelf can be easily integrated without phase matching. Digital monitor and control features are available upon request.

RFHIC Corp.
www.rfhic.com

MECA Electronics Inc.

4G/LTE Embedded Cellular Module

Richardson RFPD Inc. announced the availability and full design support capabilities for a new 4G/LTE embedded cellular module from Sierra Wireless. The EM7565 offers global 4G/LTE coverage on 24 LTE bands. It provides uplink speeds up to 150 Mbps, downlink speeds up to 600 Mbps and support for carrier aggregation and 256-QAM. The module also supports LTE-LAA and 3.5 GHz CBRS band. The EM7565 dramatically improves network performance and enables businesses to use one module for global 4G networks.

Richardson RFPD Inc.
www.richardsonrfpd.com

MECA Electronics Inc.

1 GHz Low Noise Phase Locked Translator

The KFCTS1000-10-5 is a 1 GHz phase locked frequency source featuring excellentphase noise performance. Phase noise at 10 kHz offset is −141 dBc/Hz and at 100 kHz offset is −158 dBc/Hz. Spurious products are suppressed by 80 dB and output power is +5 dBm min. Power supply requirements are +5 V at 60 mA and +12 V at 10 mA max. The reference input requirements are 10 MHz at a signal level of +1 to +3.3 V.

Synergy Microwave Corp.
www.synergymwave.com

ANTENNAS

MECA Electronics Inc.

SENCITY® Rail Multi Antenna

The unique rooftop antenna meets the special requirements of rail applications and enables a fully connected fleet, leading to improved customer satisfaction for Train Operating Companies (TOC). Designed to improve rail connectivity and drive productivity, the antenna aids the transition to a digital railway, able to deliver connected services to passengers such as Wi-Fi, real-time passenger information and live seat reservations. It can also benefit train-to-ground solutions for rail employees, such as on-board ticketing and remote train control management.

Huber + Suhner
www.hubersuhner.com

MECA Electronics Inc.

Airborne Radar Radome

Meggitt recently produced large, disk-shaped radomes for a radar application. This 14 x 4 ft. radome operates over a wide frequency range with very low insertion loss and electromagnetic reflection. The composite radome is a multi-layer construction that optimizes electrical performance while providing high mechanical strength for a demanding airborne environment. The radome is fully qualified for subsonic airborne applications, is resistant to rain erosion and hail and has an integral lightning protection system.

Meggitt Baltimore Inc.
www.meggittbaltimore.com

MECA Electronics Inc.

Monopole Blade Antenna

PIDSO GmbH announces a new blade antenna design. The antenna is linear polarized, very lightweight and environmental resistant. The frequency range is from 1.9 to 2.6 GHz and typical gain value is around 3 dBi. The small form factor making the antenna ideal for low-visibility, aerodynamic or tactical applications such as motorsports (currently in usw at DTM), unmanned vehicles or other applications where size, weight and performance are most critical.

PIDSO GmbH
www.pidso.com

MECA Electronics Inc.

F-Band X9 Frequency Extender

Model STE-SF908-00-S1 is an F-Band X9 frequency extender that uses an input frequency range of 10 to 15.56 GHz at +5 dBm along with harmonic generation and filtering to produce a 90 to 140 GHz RF signal at −3 dBm. The extender is designed and manufactured as a bench top unit to extend the low frequency synthesizer or sweeper without losing all of the functionalities and features. The extender also features adjustable legs to allow for an easy test setup.

SAGE Millimeter
www.sagemillimeter.com

MATERIALS

MECA Electronics Inc.

Low Loss Microwave Laminate

CLP 240 is an innovative low loss copper clad microwave laminate. CLP 240 is manufactured using proprietary hybrid continuous lamination technology developed in-house. This system based on blended Polyolefin resins provides an excellent value solution to designers and manufacturers of wireless panel antennas. Typical production applications are subscriber and infrastructure antennas up to 5.8 GHz. Good PIM performance (at 2 GHz band) and prototype mmWave antenna designs up to 40 GHz have been successfully demonstrated by customers.

Tadbik Advanced Technologies
www.tadbik.com

TEST & MEASUREMENT

MECA Electronics Inc.

Ace Calibration Extender

The ACE-1000A is a calibration solution that allows customers to self-calibrate their Kaelus PIM analyzers in the field. With successful calibration, the ACE calibration extender will extend your analyzer’s calibration while reducing downtime to one hour and increasing productivity by retaining instruments in the field.

Kaelus
www.www.kaelus.com

MECA Electronics Inc.

Doppler Measuring System

Spacek Labs Model DS-940HD is a cost-effective, Doppler measuring system. Center frequency is 94 GHz with ±50 MHz bias tuning. Output power is 20 mW. The Gunn oscillator incorporates a GaAs diode, bias is +4.5 to +5.5 VDC at 1 A typ. Delivered with a WR-10 horn antenna, isolator, circulator and a Spacek Labs W-Band detector, DW-2, for real-time Doppler measurements including directional indication. Systems available from 18 to 110 GHz in standard waveguide bands.

Spacek Labs
www.spaceklabs.com