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PIQ-2G18G-360-16-CD-1 I/Q Vector Modulator

January 7, 2014

PIQ-2G18G-360-16-CD-1PMI Model No. PIQ-2G18G-360-16-CD-1 is a 2.0 to 18.0 GHz, high performance I/Q Vector Modulator with 2 x 12 bit monotonic TTL compatible channels (I and Q).  This model offers a full 360 degrees of phase shift with a minimum of 16 dB of amplitude control.

Specifications:

Frequency Range

2.0 to 18.0GHz

Dynamic Range

16dB & 360 degrees

RF Input Power

+10dBm CW, 1.0 Watt max

Insertion Loss

16.0dB max

VSWR

2.2:1 max (50 OHM System)

Attenuation vs Frequency

±3.5dB typ

Phase vs Frequency

±20.0 degrees typ

Control Logic

2x12 BITs (I & Q), TTL Compatible

Control Slopes

Linear

Switching Speed

500 nSec max

Temperature Coefficient

±0.035 dB/ºC & ±0.17 Deg/ºC

Power Supply

±12V to ±15V @ 100mA max

RF Connectors

SMA Female Input and Output

Power/ Logic Connectors

DC-37P, Sub Miniature D Multi-Pin

Size

4.25" x 3.5" x 1.0"

Environmental Ratings:

Temperature:

 -10ºC to +60 ºC Operating
 -65ºC to +125 ºC Non-Operating

Humidity:

MIL-STD-202G, Method 103B Cond B

Shock

MIL-STD-202G, Method 213B Cond B

Vibration:

MIL-STD-202G, Method 204D Cond B

Altitude:

MIL-STD-202G, Method 105C Cond B

Temperature Cycle

MIL-STD-202G, Method 107D Cond A

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