Articles by Planar Monolithics Industries Inc.

10-Bit Programmable Diode Attenuator: DTA-26R5G40G-30-CD-1

DTA-26R5G40G-30-CD-1PMI Model DTA-26R5G40G-30-CD-1 is a 10-Bit programmable 30 dB PIN diode attenuator with a step resolution of 0.03 dB over the frequency range of 26.5 to 40 GHz. This model operates on a single +15 VDC supply and draws only 50 mA of current. Very high levels of attenuation accuracy of 0.03 dB is achieved.  This attenuator provides ultra-fast switching speeds of 300 ns and has an operating input power rating of +10 dBm. 


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Compact Amplifier: PEC4-16-50M18G-4R0-19-15-SFF

PEC4-16-50M18G-4R0-19-15-SFFPMI Model Number: PEC4-16-50M18G-4R0-19-15-SFF is a 50 MHz to 18.0 GHz compact amplifier. Specifications include maximum input power of +23 dBm CW, gain of +14 dB minimum. 19 dB  maximum, gain flatness of ±2.0 dB max, noise figure of 4.0 dB typical, OP1dB +19 dBm minimum and VSWR 2.0:1 max. - measured 1.43:1/ 1.50:1.  This amplifier is supplied with SMA female connectors in our standard PEC4 housing with gold plated finish.


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Digital Phase Shifter: PS-2G6G-8B-SFF

PS-2G6G-8B-SFF_000PMI Model No. PS-2G6G-8B-SFF is an 8-Bit digital phase shifter that operates over the 2.0 to 6.0 GHz frequency range.  This model offers 360° of phase shift having a LSB of 1.4°.  The insertion loss is 10.5 dB typical with a typical phase accuracy of ±0.5°, Amplitude error of ±1 dB typical.  Supplied in a housing measuring 3.25" x 3.25" x 0.94" with SMA female connectors.


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Successive Detection Logarithmic Video Amplifier: SDLVA-50M18G-70

SDLVA-50M18G-70PMI Model No. SDLVA-50M18G-70 is an SDLVA (successive detection logarithmic video amplifier) operating in the 50 MHz to 18 GHz frequency band. It features a built in voltage variable threshold detector circuit that is set up to match the video output voltage to within 5%. In addition, this model has a TSS of -70 dBm and a dynamic range of 70 dB, all in a package measuring only 2.3" x 2.2" x 0.4" with SMA female connectors.


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A-Series Amplifiers

A-Series MockupPMI's A-Series amplifiers are available in low noise, medium power and lost cost designs and operate over the 10 MHz to 40 GHz frequency range. These new models feature form fit & function design, low noise figure, operating temp: -54° to +85°C, unconditionally stable over temperature, excellent group delay and phase linearity, field replaceable SMA connectors, and more.


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Low Passband Diplexer: DP-5700M-6500M-CD-SFF

DP-5700M-6500M-CD-SFF Right ViewPMI Model No. DP-5700M-6500M-CD-SFF is a diplexer with a low passband of 5700 to 6500 MHz and high passband of 13750 to 14500 MHz.  This unit offers SMA female connectors, power handling of 20 W, channel to channel isolation of > 70 dB and passband insertion loss of <1 dB. Specifications include VSWR 2.0:1 at Passbands - measured 1.37 dB and CH to CH Isolation >=70 dB - measured 83.19 dB.


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4-Way Power Divider Module: APD-4-3D13D5-40W-SFF

APD-4-3D13D5-40W-SFFPMI Model No. APD-4-3D13D5-40W-SFF is a 3.1 GHz to 3.5 GHz 4-Way Power Divider that offers maximum insertion loss of 0.45 dB with 23 dB minimum port to port isolation. This power divider is port to port phase matched within ±2°. Field removable SMA female connectors are offered in a housing measuring 2.56" x 1.77" x 0.44". Specifications include frequency range 3.1 to 3.5 GHz and insertion loss <=0.45 dB - measured 0.19.


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High Power Limiter: LM-18G40G-SMT-1

PMI Model No. LM-18G40G-SMT-1 is a high power limiter capable of withstanding an input power level of 20 W, 440 to 670 nsec Pulse Width, PRF 600 to 900 kHz, 40% Duty Cycle.  This model operates in the 18 to 40 GHz frequency range.  The insertion loss is 4.0 dB maximum, VSWR of 2.0:1 and 250 nsec response time.  This limiter is supplied on a surface mount / drop-in carrier that measures 0.198" x 0.270" x 0.016".


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8- Bit Digitally Controlled Phase Shifter: PS-255-2G18G-8B-SFF

PMI Model No. PS-255-2G18G-8B-SFF is a 2 to 18 GHz 8-bit digitally controlled phase shifter with capability for phase shifting from 0° of 255° with resolution as fine as 1.0°. This unit has a typical insertion loss of 18 dB and a typical VSWR of 2.5:1. The DC voltage requirement is +12 to +15 V with typical current draw of 200 mA. The unit is supplied in a housing measuring 2.0" x 2.1" x 0.5".


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Single Pole, Eight Throw, Reflective Switch: P8T-20M6G-80-R-515-SFF

PMI Model No. P8T-20M6G-80-R-515-SFF  is a single pole, eight throw, reflective switch module with low insertion loss, high isolation and an integral decoded 3-bit TTL driver designed for 20 MHz to 6.0 GHz operation.  The unit has a maximum switching speed of 250 ns and maximum operating power of 23 dBm CW max. Specifications include frequency 20 MHz to 6.0 GHz and insertion loss 2.75 dBtyp, 3.25 dB max and measured 2.91 dB.


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