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Data Converters
This pair of low power, high speed 14-bit analog-to-digital converters (ADC) incorporates the JESD204A data converter serial interface standard. The JESD204A standard was developed to allow designers of high-speed communications and data acquisition systems to extend transmission lengths while improving signal integrity and simplifying printed-circuit board layout. The AD9644 dual and AD9641 14-bit 80 MSPS (mega samples per second) ADCs use half the power of competing products and 25 percent less board area further expanding ADI's portfolio of high-speed ADCs supporting the JESD204A standard.
Analog Devices Inc.,
Norwood, MA
(781) 329-4700,
www.analog.com
RS No. 216
Hybrid and Directional Couplers
Anaren Inc. announced that it has officially launched its Xinger®-III brand line of 3 dB hybrid and directional couplers for wireless infrastructure applications. At ¼ the size of the company's previous generation parts (Xinger-II components remain popular and in production), the design and unique manufacturing processes behind the new Xinger-III offer the same power handling, among other advantages.
Anaren Inc., East Syracuse, NY (315) 432-8909, www.anaren.com RS No. 217
Low Pass Filter
The model AE1706L8769 is a lumped-element low pass filter that is designed for applications at L-band frequencies. The AE1706L8769 has a cut-off frequency of 1706 MHz, insertion loss over its passband of less than 0.6 dB, return loss greater than 18 dB, and rejection at 3300 MHz greater than 40 dB and greater than 65 dB at 4800 MHz. It is designed for surface-mount applications and measures 1.5" × 0.5" × 0.4". The AE1706L8769 is available for immediate delivery.
Anatech Electronics,
Garfield, NJ
(973) 772-4242,
www.anatechelectronics.com
RS No. 218
RF Directional Couplers
Aviel Electronics, a division of RF Industries, designs and manufactures RF directional couplers with uncommon interfaces such as the HN female shown in the photo. The HN coaxial interface is a high-voltage version of the N interface and is used in specialized applications. Other interfaces are available. Model number Z-344, shown in the picture, operates in a frequency range of 700 to 850 MHz with power handling capability of 40 KW peak power (120 W average power). Insertion loss is less than 0.2 dB and VSWR is less than 1.1 for both the main and secondary lines. Forward coupling is 43 dB isolation. Reverse coupling is 33 dB isolation.
Aviel Electronics,
Las Vegas, NV
(877) 805-7381,
www.avielelectronics.com
RS No. 219
MEMS Si Cavity Filter
The MEMS Si cavity filter series combines high performance with small size. These filters are made on a Silicon substrate chip and operate from 4 to 35 GHz. They are designed as replacements for traditional cavity filters. The filter series features a percentage bandwidth of 2 to 35 percent, a shapefactor: K40/3 2:1 and remote rejection of 70 dBc. The smallest size of the MEMS Si cavity filter in the series measures 6.2 by 3.2 by 0.4 mm, which makes them especially suitable for microwave and millimeter-wave applications, requiring both high performance and small size.
Bowei Integrated Circuits Co. Ltd.,
Shijiazhuang, China
+86 311 83933891,
www.cn-bowei.com
RS No. 220
Surface-mount Fixed Attenuator
The QFA series is designed for passive fixed attenuation from 36 to 50 GHz. Being passive in nature, there is no signal distortion, phase shift or time delay. The attenuator structure is internally tuned for optimum performance beyond Ka-band, with the added benefit of being a truly symmetrical, bi-directional attenuator. The QFA is available in surface-mount packaging and suitable for pick and place applications. The QFA was developed to address commercialization of point-to-point radios, high frequency transceivers and phased array radar. The device comes in two styles, microstrip and coplanar, with excellent frequency response from 36 through 50 GHz.
EMC Technology,
Stuart, FL
(772) 600-1360,
www.emct.com
RS No. 221
Low Noise Programmable Dividers
These two new ultra low noise programmable frequency dividers are ideal for use in signal generation architectures found in test equipment, laboratory systems and various military applications that operate from 100 MHz to 15 GHz. The HMC862LP3E and HMC905LP3E are SiGe BiCMOS low noise programmable frequency dividers in SMT packages. The HMC862LP3E can be programmed to divide from N = 1, 2, 4, 8 in the 100 MHz to 15 GHz input frequency range. The HMC905LP3E can be programmed to divide from N = 1, 2, 3, 4 in the 400 MHz to 6 GHz frequency range. The HMC862LP3E and HMC905LP3E are each conveniently housed in a miniature 3×3 mm RoHS compliant QFN leadless SMT package.
Hittite Microwave Corp.,
Chelmsford, MA
(978) 250-3343,
www.hittite.com
RS No. 222
Directional Microwave Couplers
This new family of compact stripline directional microwave couplers operates in a frequency range from 0.3 to 18 GHz. The new family includes six models that deliver 10 or 30 dB of coupling within three frequency ranges including those of 0.3 to 8 GHz, 0.3 to 12.4 GHz and 0.3 to 18 GHz.
Krytar Inc.,
Sunnyvale, CA
(408) 734-5999,
www.krytar.com
RS No. 223
Power Splitter/Combiner
This four-way, in-phase splitter and combiner covers a wide frequency range between 250 to 6000 MHz, making this splitter now suitable for GPS, GSM, DCS and PCS frequency bands, in addition to WiFi, Bluetooth and 802.11a uses. This model also features good insertion loss and amplitude and phase unbalance, and is packaged in a 3.5" × 4.5" enclosure with built-in SMA connectors for ease of use. The very wide bandwidth performance of the ZN4PD1-63W+ enables this splitter/combiner to be used in a wide range of applications including broadband systems such as test, measurement and defense/aerospace. However, this model covers a variety of narrow band applications including GSM, GPS, DCS and PCS applications, in addition to WiFi, Bluetooth, 802.11a, U-NII and ISM applications.
Mini-Circuits,
Brooklyn, NY
(718) 934-4500,
www.minicircuits.com
RS No. 224
High Power Fixed Terminations
Models 368BNM and 369BNM are high power terminations that are ruggedly constructed, conservatively rated, and operate up to 18 GHz. The model 368BNM operates from 2 to 18 GHz, handles 500 W average and up to 5 kW peak RF power, has a maximum VSWR of 1.45, measures 12" × 3" and weighs 6.5 lb. The model 368BNM covers 700 MHz to 18 GHz and handles 175 W average and up to 10 kW peak RF power. Its maximum VSWR is 1.2:1 and it measures 13" × 2.4", and weighs 2.5 lb. Both models use Type-N female connectors; others can be specified. Both attenuators are available from Narda for immediate delivery.
Narda,
Hauppauge, NY
(631) 231-1700,
www.nardamicrowave.com/east
RS No. 225
Dual Directional Coupler
Pulsar model C40-22-481-6N is a new 40 dB coupler capable of handling power levels of 200 W CW over the frequency range of 200 to 2000 MHz with 0.4 dB insertion loss. Directivity is greater than 20 dB and coupling variation with frequency is ±1.0 dB. Maximum VSWR is 1.80:1. In-line connectors are either SMA or Type N female and coupled ports have SMA female connectors. Housing dimensions are 3.0" × 2.6" × 1.0".
Pulsar Microwave,
Clifton, NJ
(973) 779-6262,
www.pulsarmicrowave.com
RS No. 226
Connection Kit
This new R2CT connection kit provides a waterproof, sealed connection for fiber-to-the-antenna (FTTA), remote radio head equipment and similar outdoor applications where a protected interface is needed. The field-installable kit provides low-cost sealing at the transceiver-to-cable interface and ensures robust mechanical and environmental performance. The kit is designed for optical systems using SFP transceivers and duplex LC-terminated fiber-optic cable. The kit can be reused, allowing cables and transceivers to be changed in the field, including front-panel swapping of transceivers. The kits can also be assembled over existing cables.
Radiall USA Inc.,
Chandler, AZ
(480) 682-9400,
www.radiall.com
RS No. 227
Waveguide Broadwall Coupler
RLC Electronics offers a standard range of multi-hole broadwall directional couplers covering the frequencies from 40 to 2.6 GHz in standard waveguide sizes. The electrical characteristics of high directivity and coupling flatness are achieved by using a precise machined coupling hole pattern and a precision load in the secondary arm. Non-standard configurations or selected electrical parameters are available on request.
RLC Electronics Inc.,
Mount Kisco, NY
(914) 241-1334,
www.rlcelectronics.com
RS No. 228
High Performance Filters
Sinclair introduces the FP20603 Series of VHF low loss high selectivity high power compact bandpass filters. Featuring a compact design that fits into a 19" EIA 3U high rack mount for single or dual units, these filters cover a range of 132 to 174 MHz with 1 or 2 MHz passband. An impressive 150 W power handling capability makes them ideal for filtering both receiving and transmitting channels. They can also be easily paired for duplexing or diplexing applications within the same rack space.
Sinclair Technologies,
Aurora, Ontario, Canada
(800) 263-3275,
www.sinctech.com
RS No. 229
PIN Diodes
Skyworks Solutions Inc. has introduced two high power (> 20 W) series or shunt PIN diodes for T/R switch applications. In addition, the low thermal resistance package makes these devices ideal for large signal switch and attenuator applications. These series or shunt devices combine very low insertion loss, good isolation, unprecedented series diode power handling and low distortion in a very small package, and are designed for high-volume commercial, industrial and military radio communications systems such as land mobile radios, tactical radios, avionics and infrastructure markets.
Skyworks Solutions Inc.,
Woburn, MA
(781) 376-3000,
www.skyworksinc.com
RS No. 230
Custom Microwave/RF Kits
SRI Connector Gage announces custom precision RF kits for the microwave industry. Kits can contain any variety or quantity of high frequency connectors and adapters that the company produces. From SMA to ZMA and everything in between, SRI can provide one-stop shopping by sourcing the cables.
SRI Connector Gage,
Melbourne, FL
(800) 881-9689,
www.sriconnectorgage.com
RS No. 231
Oven-controlled Crystal Oscillator
The new 10 MHz OX-045 ultra low noise oven-controlled crystal oscillator (OCXO) offers close in phase noise performance. The OX-045 is capable of meeting -140 dBc/Hz at a 10 Hz offset in a 50×50 mm hermetic package. The temperature performance is also state-of-the-art with stability better than 4.5 ppb from 0° to 70°C. The OX-045 is an excellent product for low phase noise needs for test equipment, satellite communication and radar applications.
Vectron International, Hudson, NH (888) 328-7661, www.vectron.com
RS No. 232
Amplifiers
High Power Broadband Amplifier
AML announces the immediate availability of a high power broadband amplifier model AML618P4202. This amplifier operates over 6 to 18 GHz with industry best DC to RF efficiency. Output P1dB is +35 dBm (3 W) minimum. Gain is 42 dB minimum with flatness within ±2.5 dB maximum. DC current at +12 VDC is under 2.5A. Dimensions are 2.85"L × 1.5"W × 0.5"H. Operating temperature range of -54° to +85°C is available as an option.
AML Communications Inc.,
Camarillo, CA
(805) 388-1345,
www.amlj.com
RS No. 233
Solid-state Power Amplifier
Model BHE25869-50 is a solid-state Class "AB" linear amplifier that operates over the full 2500 to 6000 MHz frequency band and delivers a minimum of 50 W. The amplifier uses the latest Gallium Nitride (GaN) technology and is packaged in a standard rack mountable enclosure measuring 19" × 22" × 5.25".
Comtech PST,
Melville, NY
(631) 777-8900,
www.comtechpst.com
RS No. 234
Low Noise Amplifier
The EWT-90-0058 low noise amplifier covers the frequency range of 1920 to 1980 MHz and features a small-signal gain of 31 dB minimum, 1.35 dB noise figure and +13 dB output 1 dB compression point. This design can be optimized for operation over sub-bands ranging from 200 to 3000 MHz. This unit also has an available option for two outputs. Input voltage range is +12 to +15 VDC at 100 mA. The overall size is 2.55" × 1.62" × 0.53".
EWT Inc.,
Salisbury, MD
(410) 749-3800,
www.ewtfilters.com
RS No. 235
L-band Power Amplifier
The KU PA 1940 is a 40 W L-band power amplifier that has been developed for both digital and analog applications. The PA's frequency range is 1,700 to 2,200 MHz; it has a typical output power (P1dB) of 30 W (CW) and a typical input power (P1dB) of 50 mW. The KU PA 1940's good efficiency and thereby reduced power consumption results in a longer running time for the battery powered systems. The power amplifier measures 80 by 59 by 20 mm, is housed in a high-quality milled aluminum case and has a monitor for observing the output power.
Kuhne electronic GmbH,
Berg, Germany
+49 (0) 9293 800 939,
www.kuhne-electronic.de
RS No. 236
Broadband Power Amplifiers
A series of 6 to 8, 12 to 18 and 8 to 18 GHz amplifiers are introduced by MITEQ Inc., covering 30 to 34 dBm. The model AMF-8B-08001800-40-33P delivers over 33 dBm of power over full band of 8 to 18 GHz, with over 40 dB gain and ±2.5 dB flatness. Noise figure is less than 4 dB, port VSWR is less than 2:1, and it draws about 3A from a single +12 to +15 V DC supply. The housing has a footprint of only 3" by 1.9" and 0.9" high with SMA connectors. Heatsink and other control features are also available as options.
MITEQ Inc.,
Hauppauge, NY
(631) 436-7400,
www.miteq.com
RS No. 237
High Power RF Amplifier
Ophir's model 5088 is a 600 W broadband amplifier that covers the 0.01 to 200 MHz frequency range. This amplifier utilizes Class A/AB linear power that provides high output power and is one of the smallest RF power amplifiers in this power and frequency range.
Ophir RF,
Los Angeles, CA
(310) 306-5556,
www.ophirrf.com
RS No. 238
WiFi Front-end Module
RFMD announced availability of the RF5365 WiFi front-end module (FEM). The highly integrated RF5365 FEM satisfies the need for aggressive size reductions for typical 802.11b/g front-end designs and greatly reduces the number of components outside the core chipset. RFMD's RF5365 FEM integrates a 802.11b/g power amplifier with a single pole three throw (SP3T) switch for 2.4 to 2.5 GHz ISM band applications. By integrating SP3T switch functionality, the RF5365 is able to route WLAN and Bluetooth® receive/transmit signals to two system-on-chip (SoC) transceivers, accommodating a common implementation in high-performance consumer electronics and handset/handheld WiFi applications.
RF Micro Devices Inc.,
Greensboro, NC
(336) 664-1233,
www.rfmd.com
RS No. 239
25 W Solid-state Power Amplifier
Stealth Microwave introduces the SM2560-44GN, a GaN SSPA with industry-leading efficiency (32 to 42 percent across the band). This model operates in a frequency range from 2.5 to 6 GHz. The use of the latest GaN devices allows for superior gain flatness, along with an advanced RS-485 PA monitoring and control interface. MCU-controlled temperature compensation and gain control is standard and rugged construction allows for operation in harsh environments.
Stealth Microwave,
Ewing, NJ
(609) 538-8586,
www.stealthmicrowave.com
RS No. 240
Antenna
Antenna Kit
This complete antenna kit covers the broadest frequency range available in a small, rugged, deployable package. The EM-6003 kit features three all new passive antennas that set standards in the field. The EM-6857 "Club" provides omni-directional coverage over a frequency range greater than 20 MHz to 40 GHz. The EM-6945 "Vector" hand-held LPA provides directionality and sensitivity over the frequency range of 500 MHz to 25 GHz. The EM-6904 "Hockey Puck" whip antenna provides coverage down to 1 kHz and extends up over 100 MHz. Kits can also be custom configured to hold customer-supplied equipment, simplifying packaging for travel to and from mission sites.
Electro-Metrics,
Johnstown, NY
(518) 762-2600,
www.electro-metrics.com
RS No. 241
Sources
Voltage-controlled Oscillator
The VCO2-1750 is a fundamental mode reflection oscillator that utilizes a silicon bipolar transistor and hyper-abrupt silicon varactor diodes to create a highly linear VCO with wideband tuning characteristics. The device is useful for many wireless applications where high frequency and linear modulation is required. The device is very repeatable from unit to unit and is assembled in an ISO 9000 qualified manufacturing facility with the latest surface-mount equipment. Every unit is DC and RF tested with the company's fully automated computerized test stands to provide the highest reliability and guaranteed performance. Size: 0.50" × 0.50" × 0.10".
AABroadBand,
Annapolis, MD
(443) 926-4861,
www.aabroadband.com
RS No. 242
Voltage-controlled Oscillator
Crystek's CVCO55CC-1490-1550 voltage-controlled oscillator (VCO) operates from 1490 to 1550 MHz with a control voltage range of 1.0 to 10 V. This VCO features a typical phase noise of -115 dBc/Hz at 10 kHz offset and has excellent linearity. Output power is typically +5 dBm. Engineered and manufactured in the USA, the model CVCO55CC-1490-1550 is packaged in the industry-standard 0.5" × 0.5" SMD package. Input voltage is 8 V, with a maximum current consumption of 35 mA. Pulling and pushing are minimized to 2.5 MHz and 1.5 MHz/V, respectively. Second harmonic suppression is -15 dBc typical.
Crystek Corp.,
Fort Myers, FL
(239) 561-3311,
www.crystek.com
RS No. 243
VSAT Frequency Synthesizer
The SLX-1450 operates in the VSAT Block I IF frequency band from 950 to 1450 MHz in an ultra-miniature surface-mount package of 0.5" square. The unit features 25 kHz step size, +7 dBm output power and +5 VDC supply voltage with extremely low power consumption (< 55 mA). Locked to an external 10 MHz reference, the SLX-1450 exhibits low phase noise (<-85 dBc/Hz at 100 kHz) and operates over -30° to +70°C. SLX units are available from 50 to 6000 MHz as fixed frequency up to octave bandwidths. Custom units feature external references from 5 to 125 MHz, select supply voltages (+3, +3.3 or +5 VDC), 10 kHz to 10 MHz step sizes and optional wide operating temperature range (-40° to +85°C).
EM Research Inc.,
Reno, NV
(775) 345-2411,
www.emresearch.com
RS No. 244
Coaxial Resonator Oscillator
The MCR845-855MC is an 845 to 855 MHz coaxial resonator oscillator (CRO) that provides exceptional phase noise of -125 dBc at 10 kHz offset, Vcc of 3.3 V and Icc of 12 mA. It is ideal for portable applications where minimum energy consumption is a factor.
Modco Inc.,
Sparks, NV
(775) 331-2442,
www.modcoinc.com
RS No. 245
Opto-Electronic Oscillator
This compact opto-electronic oscillator (OEO) offers extremely low phase noise and low vibration and acceleration sensitivity for signal source modules required in high-frequency, high performance applications. Available in any output frequency between 10 to 12 GHz (consult factory for other frequencies). Compact OEO offers typical phase noise performance levels of better than -140 dBc/Hz at 10 kHz offset from the carrier. Compact OEO is offered with a variety of scalable features and options.
OEwaves,
Pasadena, CA
(626) 449-5000,
www.oewaves.com
RS No. 246
Voltage-controlled Oscillator
This new RoHS compliant voltage-controlled oscillator (VCO) model V940ME28-LF is designed for C-band. The V940ME28-LF operates at 5840 to 6040 MHz with a tuning voltage range of 0.5 to 4.5 VDC. This VCO features a typical phase noise of -85 dBc/Hz at 10 kHz offset and a typical tuning sensitivity of 85 MHz/V. The V940ME28-LF is designed to deliver a typical output power of 0.5 dBm at 5 VDC supply while drawing 28 mA (typical) over the temperature range of -40° to 85°C. This VCO features typical second harmonic suppression of -15 dBc and comes in Z-Comm's standard MINI-14S package measuring 0.5" × 0.5" × 0.22".
Z-Communications Inc.,
San Diego, CA
(858) 621-2700,
www.zcomm.com
RS No. 247
Test Equipment
Handheld Analyzers
Anritsu Co. introduces an on-screen coverage mapping option for its "E" Series Spectrum Master™, Site Master™ and Cell Master™ handheld analyzers. The option has been developed to help wireless service providers, public safety users, land mobile radio operators and government officials verify system coverage and perform spectrum clearing before installing new radio services. With the option installed on one of the industry leading analyzers, users can map RSSI and ACPR levels. Intuitive color coding simplifies interpretation. The update rate can be set in seconds or in distance, depending on user preference. Both indoor and outdoor mapping is supported with the option.
Anritsu Co.,
Morgan Hill, CA
(408) 778-2000,
www.anritsu.com
RS No. 248