Planar Monolithics Industries Inc.

PMI Model No. PS-360-3237-8-292FF is a high speed, millimeter wave, 8-bit digitally controlled, phase shifter that operates over the frequency range of 32.0 to 37.0 GHz.  This phase shifter offers a low insertion loss of 13 dB typically and maintains a VSWR of 1.8:1.  The total phase shift range is 358.593° having a step size of 1.406° and switches between states in less than 500 ns.

PMI Model No. PDVAN-8018-60-8-OPT25DBM is an 8-Bit digitally programmable attenuator that operates over the frequency range of 8.0 to 18.0 GHz.  This model offers low loss of 3.6 dB typically and an attenuation range of 60 dB. This model was designed to handle input power levels up to +25 dBm CW under operating conditions and signal levels up to +30 dBm CW without damage. 

PMI Model No. P8T-2G6G-90-T-55-SFF is a high speed, single pole, eight throw, absorptive switch that operates over the frequency range of 2.0 to 6.0 GHz.  This switch offers very-high isolation of 97 dB typical while maintaining a typical fast switching speed of 30 ns.  The operating input power rating is +23 dBm CW with an insertion loss of 3.5 dB.

PMI Model No. LM-18G40G-18-1W-292FF is an ultra-high speed, millimeter wave, high power RF limiter that operates over the frequency range of 18.0 to 40.0 GHz.  This limiter can handle input power levels up to 1 W CW and provides a leakage output power of +18 dBm maximum and +12 dBm typical.

PMI Model No. PSD-2G6G-CD-1 is high power, switch box assembly that provides protection to front-end receivers when in the presence of high power signals.  This is accomplished by sensing the input signal level and then switching the input signal into 50 ohms terminations when a set threshold level is exceeded.  This assembly operates from 2.0 to 6.0 GHz and can handle input power levels up to 10 W CW.

PMI Model No. PSD-6G16G-CD-1 is high power, switch box assembly that provides protection to front-end receivers when in the presence of high power signals.  This is accomplished by sensing the input signal level and then switching the input signal into 50 ohms terminations when a set threshold level is exceeded.  This assembly operates from 6.0 to 18.0 GHz and can handle input power levels up to 10 W CW.

PMI Model No. PEC3-40-1D6G2D7G-15LM-SFF is a limiting amplifier that operates over the frequency range of 1.6 to 2.7 GHz and offers a limited output of 15 dBm  ± 2 dBm.  The saturated power frequency flatness is ±1.5 dB maximum with a gain of 35 dB minimum and a typical noise figure of 4.5 dB.  The 2nd harmonic rejection is 24 dBc typically with an OIP3 of +18 dBm typical.

PMI Model No. POB-16-48-22-LCA is a 4.0 to 8.0 GHz low noise amplifier which provides 16 dB of gain while maintaining a gain flatness of ±1.0 dB typically over the operating frequency. The noise figure is 3 dB typical and offers a typical OP1 dB of +22 dBm. The amplifier requires +12 to +15 VDC and the current draw is 225 mA typical.

PMI Model No. PE2-25-218-20-12-SFF is a 2.0 to 18.0 GHz low noise amplifier that provides greater than 25 dB of gain while maintaining a maximum gain flatness of ±1.5 dB maximum over the operating frequency.  The noise figure is 4.5 dB typical and offers an OP1dB of +20 dBm minimum.  The operating voltage is +12 to 15 VDC and the current draw is 300 mA maximum.

PMI Model No. P4T-100M40G-90-T-512-292FF-SP is a 100 MHz to 40 GHz, ultra-compact, high speed, single pole, four throw, absorptive switch.  This switch offers over 100 dB of port to port isolation from 100 MHz to 18 GHz, over 90 dB from 18 to 26.5 GHz and over 75 dB from 26.5 to 40 GHz.

Model 7CL5125-1490-CD-SFF is a band pass filter centered at 5125MHz and has a nominal bandwidth of 1490MHz.  This filter provides over 40dB of rejection between 3.0 to 3.658GHz and between 6.65 to 7.3GHz and over 65dBc of rejection between 1.5 to 2.5GHz.

PMI Model PS-180-4R15R3-SFF is a 0 /180 degrees, bi-phase modulator designed to operate over the 4.1 to 5.3 GHz frequency range.  This model can handle RF input signal levels up to +30 dBm without damage; has an insertion loss of 3.0 dB maximum and a maximum VSWR of 1.7:1.  A TTL control will switch between 0 degrees and 180 degrees phase states in less than 100 nsec.  The required supply voltages are ±5 VDC.

PMI Model No. PE2-35-1R02R0-1R4-17-12-SFF is a low noise amplifier that operates over the 1.0 to 2.0 GHz frequency range.  This model provides 35 dB of gain and offers a low noise figure of 1.4 dB typically.  The amplifier provides an OP1 dB is +17 dBm and operates on +12 to +15VDC with 160 mA of typical current draw.

PMI Model No. PEC-37-9G10G-3R0-27-SFF is a low noise amplifier that operates over the 9.0 to 10.0 GHz frequency range.  This model provides 28 dB of gain and offers a low noise figure of 3.0 dB maximum.  The amplifier provides an OP1 dB is +27 dBm minimum and operates on +10 to +15 VDC with 400 mA of typical current draw.

PMI Model No. PEC3-40-30M26R5G-6R0-12-12-SFF is a 30 MHz to 26.5 GHz low noise amplifier that provides greater than 35 dB of gain while maintaining a maximum gain flatness of ±3.5dB maximum over the operating frequency.  The noise figure is 6.0 dB typical and offers an OP1dB of +12 dBm minimum.  The operating voltage is +12 to 15 VDC and the current draw is 700 mA maximum.

PMI Model No. PUB-15-500M20G-20-LCA is a 500 MHz to 20.0 GHz low noise amplifier which provides 15 db of gain while maintaining a gain flatness of ±1.75 db typically over the operating frequency.  The noise figure is 3 dB typical and offers a typical OP1 dB of +20 dBm.  The amplifier requires +12 to +15 VDC and the current draw is 225 mA typical.

PMI model SDLVA-315M362M successive detection log video amplifiers (SDLVA) offers 65 dB dynamic range over the frequency range of 315 to 362 MHz.  This model offers a fast rise time of 35 nsec maximum and a recovery time of less than 500 nsec.  The unit is temperature compensated such that log accuracy over temperature remains less than +/-2.5 dB over the full operating temperature range of -33° to +77° C.

PMI model SDLVA-250M6G-CD-1 successive detection log video amplifiers (SDLVA) offers 70 dB dynamic range over the frequency range of 0.25 to 6.0 GHz.  This model offers an ultra-fast rise time of 10nsec maximum and a recovery time of less than 60 nsec. The unit is temperature compensated such that log linearity over temperature remains less than +/-2.5 dB over the full operating temperature range of -40 to +70 C.

PMI Model SDLVA-500M4G-CD-1 successive detection log video amplifiers (SDLVA) offers 70 dB dynamic range over the frequency range of 0.5 to 4.0 GHz.  This model offers an ultra-fast rise time of 10 nsec maximum, a recovery time of less than 60 nsec and a limited RF Output of +7 dBm. 

PMI amplifier Model PEC-38-30M18G-12-SFF is a broadband, low noise amplifier that operates over the 30 MHz to 18 GHz frequency range.  This model provides 38 dB of gain and has a gain flatness of ±2.0 dB maximum.

PMI Model No. PS-500M2G-8B-SFF is a State-Of-The-Art, 8-bit digitally controlled phase shifter that operates over the 500 MHz to 2.0 GHz frequency range.  This model has a typical insertion loss of 10 dB and offers 360 degrees of phase shift via 8-bit TTL control.

Model LM-26G40G-14-20W-292MM 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 26.5 to 40 GHz frequency range.  The insertion loss is 4.0 dB maximum, VSWR of 2.0:1 and 250 nsec response time and a typical leakage of +14 dBm.

PMI Model No. PEC-85-0R32R5-15LM-12-SFF is a limiting amplifier that operates over the frequency range of 300 MHz to 2.5 GHz. This model provides a gain of 85 dB typically and a limited output of +15 dBm ± 2.5 dBm.

PMI Model No. PE2-1020-R518-12-SFF is a low noise amplifier that offers a positive gain slope versus frequency. This type of amplifier is useful when trying to equalize frequency flatness over a broad bandwidth. This model provides 10 dB of gain at 500 MHz and 20 dB of gain at 18 GHz.

PMI Model No. PBB-20-218-16-LCA is a 2.0 to 18.0 GHz low noise amplifier which provides 20 dB of gain while maintaining a gain flatness of ±2.0 dB maximum over the operating frequency. The noise figure is 4 dB typical and offers a typical OP 1 dB of +14 dBm minimum.

PMI Model No. PEC3-33-218-20-15-SFF-HS-E is a 2.0 to 18.0 GHz low noise amplifier that provides greater than 33 dB of gain while maintaining a maximum gain flatness of ±2.0 dB maximum over the operating frequency.  The noise figure is 4 dB typical and offers an OP1 dB of +20 dBm minimum and an OIP3 of +30 dBm typical.  The operating voltage is +15 VDC and the current draw is typically 350 mA.

PMI Model No. P4T-100M2G-50-T-SFF-IN is an absorptive, single pole, four throw solid-state switch that operates over the 100 MHz to 2.0 GHz frequency range.  The insertion loss is less than 3 dB and offers port to port isolation of over 50 dB.  The switching speed is 25 nsec maximum and the rise and fall times are less than 10 nsec.

PMI Model CDT-2M18-30-BB Options DE, D is a threshold detector that operates over the 2 MHz to 18 GHz frequency range.  This model has a low insertion loss of 2.5 dB maximum and operates over an input power range of -30 to 0 dBm.  The threshold level is adjustable and the output signal is TTL positive logic.

PMI Model No. P4T-10G40G-60-T-GPO is a single pole, four throw, absorptive, solid-state switch that operated over the frequency range of 10 to 40 GHz.  This model provides over 60 dB of isolation and has an insertion loss of 6 dB maximum.  The VSWR is better than 2.0:1 into 50 ohm impedance.

The PS-360-DC-IR-9G10G is a 10-Bit digitally controlled 360 degree phase shifter that operates from 9.0 to 10.0 GHz. This model offers low insertion loss of 7.5 dB and a phase shift accuracy of ±0.6 degrees typically.

PMI Model No. PIA-12D8G-CD-1 is a phase locked, dielectric resonator oscillator with internal reference having an output frequency of 12.8 GHz. This model provides a minimum output of +13 dBm with all spurs held to -80 dBc and harmonics held to -25 dBc.

PMI Model Number LM-30M3G-C3-1 is a high power limiter that operates from 30 MHz to 3.0 GHz. This limiter can handle input power levels up to 5 W CW and provides a maximum leakage of +10 dBm. The insertion loss is 1.2 dB maximum with a maximum VSWR of 1.5:1. The recovery time is less than 1 usec.

PMI Model No. PUB-14-30M20G-14-LCA is a 30 MHz to 20.0 GHz low noise amplifier which provides 14 dB of gain while maintaining a gain flatness of ±1.2 dB typically over the operating frequency. The noise figure is 3 dB typical and offers an OP1 dB of +14 dBm typical.

PMI Model No. PE2-30-218-4R0-20-12-SFF-BT is a 2.0 to 18.0GHz low noise amplifier that has an integrated bias-tee network on the output port. This amplifier provides 30 dB of gain while maintaining a maximum gain flatness of ±2.0 dB max over the operating frequency.

PMI Model No. PUB-15-30M20G-20-LCA is a 30MHz to 20.0GHz low noise amplifier which provides 15 dB of gain while maintaining a gain flatness of ±2.5 dB typically over the operating frequency. The noise figure is 3 dB typical and offers a typical OP1 dB of +20 dBm. The amplifier requires +12 to +15 VDC and the current draw is 225 mA typical.

Model SDLVA-0R71R3-75-CD-3 is a successive detection log video amplifier that operates over the 700 to 1300 MHz frequency range. This model has a Dynamic Range of 75 dB, a log slope of 40 mV/dB.  The log linearity is ±1.2 dB typical from -65 to +5 dBm input power levels and a typical TSS of -70 dBm.

Model SDLVA-0R71R3-75-CD-1 is a successive detection log video amplifier that operates over the 700 to 1300 MHz frequency range. This model has a dynamic range of 75 dB, a log slope of 40 mV/dB and a nominal video bandwidth of 20 MHz. This model offers very fast rise times of 9 nsec and fall times of 25 nsec typically.

PMI Model No. PE2-30-0R56R0-5R0-22-12-SFF is a 500 MHz to 6.0 GHz low noise amplifier that typically provides 30 dB of gain. The gain flatness is ±1.0 dB maximum with a noise figure is 5.0 dB typical. This amplifier provides a minimum OP1 dB of +21 dBm.

PMI Model No. PE2-28-20R040R0-5R5-18-12-SFF is a 20 to 40GHz low noise amplifier that typically provides 28 dB of gain. The gain flatness is ±2.5 dB maximum and ±1.5 dB typical with a noise figure is 5.5 dB typical. This amplifier provides a minimum OP1 dB of +15 dBm minimum.

PMI Model No. PEC2-60-4G8G-1R75-14-12-SFF is a 4 to 8 GHz low noise amplifier that typically provides 60 dB of gain. The gain flatness is ±1.25 dB maximum with a noise figure is 1.75 dB maximum. This amplifier provides a minimum OP1 dB of +14 dBm.

PMI Model No. PS-360-900M930M-6-SFF is a 900 to 930 MHz, 6-BIT digitally controlled phase shifter having a LSB of 5.6 degrees. The insertion loss is 7 dB typical, 7.5 dB maximum with a typical VSWR of 2.0:1. This is a high speed phase shifter that can switch from one phase state to the next in typically 250 nsec.

PMI Model LM-6D7G7D9G-30W-SFF is a RF limiter that operates in the 6.7 to 7.9 GHz frequency range. This limiter can handle 30 W CW input power and provides a maximum leakage of +18 dBm. This model has a low insertion loss of 1.1 dB maximum and a recovery time of 10 usec maximum.

PMI Model No. P1T-26D532D5-90-1212-292FF is an absorptive, single pole, single throw, solid-state switch that operates over the frequency range of 26.5 to 32.5 GHz. This model provides a minimum isolation of 90 dB and maintains low insertion loss of 5.0 dB maximum. The VSWR is 2.0:1 maximum into 50 ohms impedance and offers switching speeds of 25 nsec maximum and 15 nsec typical.

PMI Model No. P4T-10G40G-60-T-GPO is a single pole, four throw, absorptive, solid-state switch that operated over the frequency range of 10 to 40 GHz. This model provides over 60 dB of isolation and has an insertion loss of 6 dB maximum. The VSWR is better than 2.0:1 into 50 ohm impedance.

PMI Model No. PIA-10G-CD-1 is a 10 GHz integrated, dielectric resonator (DRO) module with three outputs, each having a 0 to 360 degree analog controlled, variable phase shifter and 0 to 10 dB analog controlled, variable output control capability on each of the outputs.  This model provides a low harmonic output of -50 dBc typical and an output power level of +19 dBm typical.  

PMI Model No. FD-0518-10-812 is a 8.0 to 12.0 GHz frequency discriminator that provides a video output of 50 mV/GHz and has an accuracy of +/-200 MHz. The rise time is less than 20 nsec and operates into a 100 ohm video load. This model operates on +/-15 VDC and measures 2.0" x 1.8" x 0.5".

PMI Model BRF1370-50-CD-TNCFF is a band reject filter with center frequency of 1370 MHz and a notch bandwidth of 60 MHz with a notch depth is 50 dB. This filter is rated to handle 10 W and is supplied with TNC connectors. The package measures 2.6" x 1.0" x 0.75".

PMI Model BPF1370-50-CD-TNCMF is a band pass filter with a center frequency of 1370 MHz and a 1dB bandwidth of 50 MHz. This filter provides an ultimate stop-band rejection of 60 dBc and is rated to handle an input signal level of 6 W, 10% duty factor. This model offers low loss of less than 3 dB and is supplied in a package measuring 2.6" x 1.0" x 0.75".

PMI Model No. P2T-14D415D4-15-SMT-20W is a driverless high-power SP2T switch in a compact package designed for surface mount applications. This switch operates from 14.4 to 15.4 GHz and has an insertion loss of 1.2 dB maximum at +25° C.

PMI Model PSAT-2500-11B-CD-1 is a 2.5GHz, 11 Bit Digitally Controlled Attenuator / Analog Phase Shifter assembly having the capability for phase shifting from 0 to 360° with an attenuation range of 60 dB minimum. This model has insertion loss of 10 dB maximum and a VSWR of 1.5:1 maximum into 50 ohms.

PMI Model No. DTO-2G18G-CD-1 is a digitally controlled oscillator (DTO) covering the frequency range of 2 to 18 GHz. This model is designed to withstand stringent military ground or airborne environments.

PMI Model PLVA-500M18G-50 is a 50 dB detector log video amplifier designed to operate over the 500 MHz to 18.0 GHz frequency range. This model employs planar diode detectors and integrated video circuitry for high speed performance and outstanding reliability.

PMI Model No. P4T-4G12G-35-R-SFF-PM is a single pole, four throw, reflective switch that operates over the 4.0 to 12.0 GHz frequency range. This model features low insertion loss of 1.0 dB typical and isolation of 70 dB typical. All ports are phase matched to be within ±7.5 degrees.

PMI Model No.P2T-14D415D4-15-SMT-20W is a driverless high-power SP2T switch in a compact package designed for surface mount applications. This switch operates from 14.4 to 15.4 GHz and has an insertion loss of 0.5 dB maximum. The Tx/Rx isolation is 15 dB minimum and this switch can handle input power levels up to 20 watts. The size of this SMT switch is 0.35" x 0.5" x 0.21".

PMI Model BRF17D6G-20M-CD-1 is a band reject "notch" filter having a pass band of DC to 17.47GHz and 17.77 to 20 GHz and over 40 dB of rejection at 17.59 to 17.61 GHz. Insertion loss in the pass band is less than 5 dB and VSWR is better than 2.0:1. This filter is supplied with SMA female connectors and the size is 1.5" x 0.5" x 0.68".

PMI Model Number PS-360-8D5G11G-8-SFF-LVT is an 8.5 to 11 GHz, 8 Bit digitally controlled phase shifter with capability of phase shift ranges from 0 to 360 degrees. The phase shift resolution is 1.41 degrees and controlled by eight, low voltage TTL control lines. This model has a typical insertion loss of 8 dB and phase accuracy of ±8.5 degrees.

Planar Monolithics Industries, Inc. introduces new USB style RF & microwave control components and LNA's to 40 GHz. RF & microwave USB style components & LNA’s featuring: 50 MHz to 40 GHz low noise amplifier, 500 MHz to 40 GHz SPDT absorptive switch, and 100 MHz to 40 GHz variable attenuator.

Model No.: TD-16G40G-20-292F is a high speed threshold detector designed to operate over the 16 to 40 GHz frequency range, with an adjustable threshold level of -20 to 0 dBm, and VSWR of 2.5:1maximum.

PMI Model No. PS-360-2433D5-6-SFF-1 is a 2433.5MHz ±1MHz, 6-BIT digitally controlled phase shifter that offers up to 360 degrees of phase shift range with a phase accuracy of ±8 degrees typical. This model has a LSB of 5.6 degrees and a low insertion loss of 5 dB typically.

PMI Model No. BR1050-300-CD-TNC-MF is a band reject filter that offers a pass band of DC to 18.0 GHz having 50 dB of rejection from 900 to 1200 MHz. This filter has only 1.5 dB of loss and a VSWR of 2.0:1 maximum. This filter can handle input power levels up to 5 W.

PMI Model No.PEC-9R510R7-100W-SFF-SPDT is a high power, single pole, double throw switch capable of handling 120 W CW. This solid-state switch operates in the frequency range of 9.5 to 10.7 GHz and has a typical insertion loss of 1.5 dB and port to port isolation of over 40 dB.

PMI Model 7SFB-950M18G-CD-SFF is an eight channel switched filter bank that covers pass-band frequencies of 950 MHz to 18.05 GHz. This filter bank offers 7 different pass-bands throughout the operating frequency which can be selected via a 3-bit decoded TTL signal.

PMI Model P4T-0R1G20G-100-T-SFF is a single pole, four throw, solid-state absorptive switch which operates over the 100 MHz to 20.0 GHz frequency range. This model provides 110 dB of isolation over the entire frequency range of operation and offers low insertion loss performance with fast switching speeds.

Model BPM-1G2G-1-SFF is a bi-phase modulator designed to operate over the 1.0 to 2.0 GHz frequency range. This model can handle RF input signal levels up to -3 dBm and has an insertion loss of 8.8 dB maximum.

PMI Model No. PE2-4020-9R510R7-2R5-12-12-SFF-VVG is a voltage variable gain, low-noise amplifier that operates over the 9.5 to 10.7 GHz frequency range. This model provides 40 dB of small signal gain with a typical noise figure of 4.0 dB and an OP1dB of +12 dBm.

Model TD-30T-218-FC-HS Option 220 is a high speed threshold detector designed to operate over the 2 to 20 GHz frequency range. It has as external adjustment to vary the threshold level from -10 to -20 dBm, with an input flatness of typically ±1.0 dB and a VSWR of less than 3.0:1.

PMI Model No. P2T-500M20G-50-T-512-SFF-I-NH is a terminated single pole, two throw switch that operates from 500 MHz to 20 GHz which handles +23 dBm CW input power. The port to port isolation is 50 dB minimum, Insertion loss of 2.8 dB maximum and has a maximum switching speed of 50 nsec.

PMI Model PSM-50M1G-CD-1 is a single sideband modulator that operates over the 50 MHz to 1.0 GHz frequency range. The input P1dB is +5 dBm typical and has an IF Modulation Range of DC to 10 MHz. The IF Modulation Power Range is +7 dBm minimum and +13 dBm maximum into 50 ohms.

PMI Model PTB-42-1G40G-12-292FF-DC12 is a portable amplifier that operates over the 1.0 to 40.0GHz frequency range. This model provides 40dB of typical gain with an OP1dB of +22dBm typical (1-18GHz) and +18dBm typical (18-40GHz).

PMI Model Number PVVAN-0R4G6G-40-MP-1 is a non-reflective, linearized, voltage controlled pin diode attenuator. This model operates over the 400 MHz to 6.0 GHz frequency range and provides up to 40 dB of attenuation range from 0 to +10 VDC control voltage. Typical insertion loss is 2.8 dB with a typical speed of 1 usec.

PMI Model Number PS-360-2D4G2D5G-10-CD-SFF is a 2.4 GHz to 2.5 GHz, 10-Bit digitally controlled phase shifter that offers up to 360 degrees of phase shift range. This model has a LSB of 0.36 degrees and a low insertion loss of 4.0 dB typically.

PMI Model Number DTA-100M40G-30-CD-1 is a 5-Bit, digitally controlled 30 dB PIN diode attenuator with a step resolution of 1 dB covering the frequency range of 100 MHz to 40 GHz. This model operates on +5 VDC and only draws 40 mA. Attenuation accuracy of 0.6 dB is achieved due to PMI's proprietary digital calibration techniques.

PMI Model number PTB-40-0R118-6R5-21-120VAC-1U-SFF is an integrated microwave assembly that provides high gain and operates from 100 MHz to 18 GHz.  This unit features integrated digitally controlled attenuators with ranges up to 60 dB.  The attenuation can be controlled via the external optical encoded knob or via RS-232 and Ethernet.

PMI Model P2T-1G18G-10-R-528-SFF-HIP10W is a 1.0 to 18.0GHz, solid-state SPDT switch that can handle up to 10 W CW of input power for all operating conditions.

Planar Monolithics Industries Inc. is pleased to announce the development of it’s new 0.4 to 16 GHz 2 way power divider, model number: APD-2-0416-YR1. The insertion loss from 0.4 to 6 GHz and 6 to 16 GHz are 1.8 dB max and 4.0 dB max, respectively.

Planar Monolithics Idustries Inc. is pleased to announce the development of it’s new 0.5 to 18 GHz 2 way power divider, model number: APD-2-0518-YR1. The insertion loss and isolation from 0.5 to 8 GHz and 8 to 18 GHz are 1.8 dB max, 16.5 dB min and 3.5 dB max, 21 dB min, respectively.

Planar Monolithics Industries offers the Detection Preamp Module, Model Number ADP-140M-51DR-TD with Options HS, NRL, LOG, which Provides Amplification, Video Detection, and Video Amplification with an Input of 130 MHz Pulsed RF with a 25 MHz Bandwidth.The Size is 3.50”(L) X 3.00”(W) X 0.50”(H).

Planar Monolithics Industries, Inc. (PMI) is very proud to announce the development of an Ultra-Broadband Threshold Detector which operates from 2 MHz to 18.0 GHz. The VSWR is 1.9:1 Max. and the Thru Path Insertion Loss is 2.5dB Max. The Dynamic Range is -30 to 0 dBm with a 10kHz Video Bandwidth.

Planar Monolithics Industries, Inc is pleased to offer our latest development: Model RFE-218-70-BB which is a 2.0 to 18.0 GHz direction finding receiver frontend.The minimum dynamic range of the subsystem is -60 to +5 dBm; while the Input VSWR in frequency range is 3.0:1 and the frequency flatness at the outputs is ±3.0 dB maximum.

PLANAR MONOLITHICS INDUSTRIES, INC. has developed the PMI Model No: MSDLVA-2020-70 OPTIONS 48 & SE SDLVA’S that operate from 4 to 8 Ghz (other frequencies are available). This unit has high speed and uses GaAs technology in a compact size. The dynamic range is 80 dB. The VSWR is 1.6:1 typical. The TSS is -73 dBm typical.

Planar Monolithics Industries Inc. is pleased to announce the development of it’s new 8 to 11GHz 10 dB directional coupler with field replaceable SMA connectors, model number: RFOC-811-QRC-dc-10. By using the technology of microstrip line to strip line transitions, all the feed thrust of input and output ports can be soldered directly to the mechanical housing to have better mechanical support.

PLANAR MONOLITHICS INDUSTRIES, INC. is pleased to announce the development of it’s new 8 to 11GHz RF signal processing assembly, model number: RFOC-811-QRC. The assembly includes three independent sub-systems. Totally 29 RF components are integrated in the assembly.

PMI Model Number PS-360-DC-3, Option 618 is a 6 to 18 GHz, 0 to 360˚, 8 Bit Digitally Controlled Phase Shifter with a Switching Speed of less than 50 nS, Rise and Fall time of less than 20 nS. Insertion Loss of 10 dB typical, 12 dB maximum, VSWR of 2.0:1 and with a Phase Accuracy of ±12˚ p-p maximum from 8 to 18 GHz and ±15˚ p-p maximum from 6 to 18 GHz.

PMI Model ERDLVA-218-CW-LPD is a CW Immune, Extended Range Detector Logarithmic Video Amplifier (ERDLVA) designed for ultra low DC power consumption. This model operates over the 2 to 18 GHz frequency range and has the ability to interface with an output cable measuring over 100 feet in length.

Model Number PS-360-3237-5-292FF is a 32 to 37 GHz Digitally Controlled Phase Shifter with Capability for Phase Shifting from 0 to 349°. 5 Logic Lines allow various phase shift with a LSB of 11.25°.

PMI would like to announce its newest product line addition of digitally tuned oscillators (DTO). They now offer a full line of digitally tuned oscillators (DTO) covering various frequencies in the 500 MHz to 18 GHz range.

Planar Monolithics Industries Model No: PS-90-8018 Option 812, HS15NS is a high speed 0 to 180 degree, miniature, bi-phase modulator / phase shifter with TTL control logic (ECL logic available). This high speed model has 15 nS delay on/off and operates between 8 to 12 GHz.

Planar Monolithics Industries Model No: TD-30T-914-DX is a High Speed Threshold Detector Designed to Operate over the 9 to 14 GHz Frequency Range, with an Adjustable Threshold Level of -18 dBm to +5 dBm, and a Typical VSWR of 2.0:1 (2.5:1 Maximum).

Model LM-35D5G-14-20W-292FF is a high power limiter capable of withstanding an input power level of 20 W, 440 to 670 nsec Pulse Width, PRF 600 to 900kHz, 40% Duty Cycle. This model operates in the 35 to 36GHz frequency range, but can be used over the 24.5 to 38GHz frequency range with degraded performance. The insertion loss is 3.0 dB maximum, VSWR of 2.0:1 and 250 nsec response time packaged in a small 0.50 X 0.50 X 0.22 housing.

Planar Monolithics Industries, Inc. (PMI) is very proud to offer our Model ADP-2-218-M-BB Miniature Power Divider.This Power Divider is designed to operate from 2.0 to 18.0 GHz, with an Insertion Loss of only 2.2dB Maximum, Isolation of 16.0 dB Minimum and a VSWR of 2.0:1 Maximum.

PMI Model No: TD-30T-218-FC-HS is a Threshold Detector with Hybrid MIC/MMIC Technology which operates over the full 2.0 to 18.0 GHz frequency range (other frequency ranges also available).The device is high speed with a response time of #100 nS and a minimum dynamic range of -20 dBm to -10 dBm (with -20 dBm to +5 dBm typical).

PMI Model No. P1T-18G40G-90-1515-292FF is a solid-state single pole, single throw switch that operates over the 18.0 to 40.0GHz frequency range. This model offers ULTRA-HIGH Isolation measuring greater than 90 dB while maintaining a low insertion loss of 5.0 dB maximum.

PMI would like to announce its newest solid-state switch that offers a level of performance exceeding industry standards. PMI Model No. P4T-500M40G-60-T-55-292FF is an absorptive, solid-state switch that covers the 500 MHz to 40 GHz frequency range. This model offers extremely low insertion loss, very high isolation and a typical switching speed of 27 nsec.

PMI Model No. PEC-2D35G-100W-SFF-SPDT is a solid-state switch capable of hot switching over 100 W of input power. Most high power switches are not of a solid-state design and do not offer the benefit of fast switching speeds. PMI has developed a unique design that offers fast switching speeds as well as the added reliability of solid-state devices.

PMI Amplifier Model PEC-42-1G40G-20-12-292MM is an ultra-broadband, low noise amplifier that covers the 1.0 to 40.0 GHz frequency range. This model provides a flat gain response while maintaining a typical output power of +20 dBm. [Other specifications available upon request.]

PMI would like to announce its newest solid-state switch that offers a level of performance exceeding industry standards. PMI Model No. P16T-0R5G18G-60-T-SFF is an absorptive, solid-state switch that covers the 500 MHz to 18 GHz frequency range.

Model Number PS-360-3237-5-292FF is a 32.0 to 37.0GHz Digitally Controlled Phase Shifter with Capability for Phase Shifting from 0 to 349˚.  5 Logic Lines allow various phase shift with a LSB of 11.25˚.

The model QC-052-YR3 is a 3 dB quadrature hybrid that when a signal is applied to any port the hybrid will split that signal equally between the ports on the side away from the input with the port adjacent to and on the same side as the input port remaining isolated.

The model RMR-818-77-NRL is an 8 to 18 GHz radar/microwave monitoring receiver de-signed for laboratory applications. The receiver uses an extended range detector log video amplifier (DLVA), a pre-amplifier and RF bandpass filtering. It also offers a dynamic range of 75 dB with a typical TSS of -80 dBm.

PMI Model SDLVA-218-71-70MV is a CW Immune, Extended Range Detection Log Video Amplifier (ERDLVA) which offers 71 dB dynamic range over the frequency range of 2.0 to 18.0 GHz. This model offers a maximum rise time of 35 nsec and a recovery time of less than 350 nsec. CW immunity is provided for signal levels up to -40 dBm.

PMI Model SDLVA-218-71-70MV is a CW Immune, Extended Range Detection Log Video Amplifier (ERDLVA) which offers 71 dB Dynamic Range over the frequency range of 2.0 to 18.0 GHz. This model offers a maximum rise time of 35 nsec and a recovery time of less than 350 nsec.

Model SDLVA-6G18G-CD-1 Successive Detection Log Video Amplifiers (SDLVA) offers 75 dB Dynamic Range over the frequency range of 6.0 to 18.0GHz. This model offers an ultra-fast rise time of 10nsec maximum and a recovery time of less than 60nsec. The unit is temperature compensated such that log linearity over temperature remains less than +/-2.5dB.

PMI would like to announce its newest solid-state switch that offers a level of performance exceeding industry standards. PMI Model No. P2T-100M1G-90-T-55-SFF is an absorptive, SP2T solid-state switch that covers the 100MHz to 1.0GHz frequency range. This model offers extremely low insertion loss, very high isolation and a switching speed of 50nsec maximum.

PMI would like to announce its newest solid-state switch that offers a level of performance exceeding industry standards. PMI Model No. P2T-8G11G-90-T-SFF is an absorptive, SP2T solid-state switch that covers the 8.0GHz to 11.0GHz frequency range. This model offers extremely low insertion loss, very high isolation and a switching speed of 50nsec maximum.

PMI would like to announce its newest solid-state switch that offers a level of performance exceeding industry standards. PMI Model No. P5T-100M1G-90-T-55-SFF is an absorptive, SP5T solid-state switch that covers the 100MHz to 1.0GHz frequency range. This model offers extremely low insertion loss with very high isolation.

PMI Model P2T-18G40G-65-R-292FF is a single pole, two throw, solid-state switch which operates over the 18 to 40 GHz frequency range. This model provides 55 dB of isolation over the entire frequency range of operation and offers low insertion loss performance with fast switching speeds.

PMI Model P8T-0R1G20G-110-T-512-SFF is a single pole, eight throw, solid-state absorptive switch which operates over the 100 MHz to 20.0 GHz frequency range. This model provides 110 dB of isolation over the entire frequency range of operation and offers low insertion loss performance with fast switching speeds.

PMI Model P4T-0R1G20G-100-T-SFF is a single pole, four throw, solid-tate absorptive switch that operates over the 100 MHz to 20 GHz frequency range. This model provides 110 dB of isolation over the entire frequency range of operation and offers low insertion loss performance with fast switching speeds.

Planar Monolithics Industries Model No: SDLVA-61F-80-582987-004 Option TBRK, MS is a matched set of successive detection log video amplifiers in a compact stacked configuration. This unit operates over 61.25 MHz ± 250 KHz with a transfer function of E – 22.5 PIN+ 200, where PIN is the input power in dB above -80 dBm and E = output voltage in millivolts.

Model PEC3-40-2G6G-15LM-SFF-HS is a temperature compensated, limiting amplifier that operates over the 1.85 to 6.25 GHz frequency range and provides a limited power output of +15 dBm minimum for an input power range of -15 to +17 dBm.

The model TDCS-4T-10F-HP is an integrated threshold detector, 17 dB coupler and SPDT PIN diode switch. This device operates from 9 to 10.5 GHz (other frequency ranges are also available), with an insertion loss of 2 dB maximum, VSWR of 1.5 maximum, 2 W average RF input power handling capability and TTL threshold output.

The model RFOC-811-QRC-2-PD is a 6 to 13 GHz two-way power divider. The insertion loss from 6 to 12 GHz and 12 to 13 GHz are 0.6 dB maximum and 0.9 dB maximum, respectively. The isolation in the entire frequency range is 18 dB minimum.

Planar Monolithics Industries, Inc. has developed the PMI Model No.: TD-30T-SHS-218-30DBAMP Options DAC, DS, an Ultra-High Speed, High Sensitivity Threshold Detector designed for Broad Band Applications in the 2 to 18 GHz Frequency Range and with an 8 Bit Digital Control.

Planar Monolithics Industries Inc. (PMI) has announced that effective April 30 2013, PMI acquired100% of all the assets & property of Hari LLC. 

Raymond Sicotte, chairman and CEO of American Microwave Corp. (AMC), and Ashok (Ash) Gorwara, chairman, president and CEO of Planar Monolithics Industries Inc. (PMI), wish to announce that they have completed realignment and separation of AMC and PMI.

Join PMI in Montréal, Canada to experience a record breaking year for the IEEE IMS. Celebrating the 60th anniversary of the MTT-S and featuring the theme Microwave Without Borders, the IMS 2012 will be the centerpiece of Microwave Week June 17-22, 2012. PMI has broken many records in the history of the symposium such as the number of paper submissions and the number of advanced bookings by exhibitors. Read More

Planar Monolithics Industries (PMI) has developed a family of USB controlled RF and microwave components including amplifiers, switches and attenuators.