Rugged New SMPS Interconnects
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Fairview Microwave, an Infinite Electronics brand, has unveiled the newest addition to its product lineup: SMPS interconnects. With a focus on compactness and high frequency, the SMPS connectors cover frequencies up to 65 GHz while meeting the rigorous demands of military and aerospace applications. Crafted as a miniature push-on connector, the SMPS interconnects are an emblem of quick assembly and ease. Their broad frequency range, spanning from DC to 65 GHz, ensures versatility, making them adaptable to a diverse array of applications.
Fairview Microwave
www.fairviewmicrowave.com
Ruggedized Cable Line
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HASCO’s new ruggedized cable line includes high-quality, low loss, phase-stable cable assemblies constructed with robust connectors, internally ruggedized with multi-layer copper spiral and braided armor, offering excellent phase and amplitude stability with flexure. The ruggedized series of armored cables is RoHS compliant and available in male-to-male and male-to-female configurations, with a range of connectors and frequencies: SMA, 2.92 mm, 2.4 mm and 1.85 mm from 26.5 GHz up to 67 GHz.
HASCO
www.HASCO-Inc.com
RF Cable Assembly
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The C447-ZZZ-101G from IntelliConnect, a Trexon company, is a 24-way high density SMPM plug to SMPM jack cable assembly that operates from DC to 40 GHz. This interconnect solution consists of 24 0.047-in. semi-rigid cables between each SMPM plug to SMPM jack connector. The connectors have a durability of more than 100 cycles and meet the MIL-STD-348 and MIL-PRF-39012 standards.
IntelliConnect
www.intelliconnectgroup.com
SP4T TTL Switch Routes 0.1 to 18.0 GHz
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Mini-Circuits’ model TTL-1SP4T-183 is a single-pole, four-throw (SP4T) switch with low loss from 100 MHz to 18 GHz. With female SMA connectors on all RF ports, the absorptive switch exhibits typical insertion loss of 2.5 dB to 10 GHz and 4.0 dB or less to 18 GHz. Typical isolation between ports is at least 65 dB to 10 GHz and 60 dB to 18 GHz. TTL control simplifies integration into radios, radar and test systems while enabling 100 ns switching time.
Coaxial Amplifier Gains 0.5 to 18.0 GHz
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Mini-Circuits’ model ZX60-R5183P+ is a coaxial amplifier with 3 dB positive gain slope from 0.5 to 18.0 GHz. Typical gain is 6.5 dB from 0.5 to 5.0 GHz, increasing to 9.5 dB from 15.0 to 18.0 GHz. Noise figure drops with frequency, typically 6.1 dB from 0.5 to 5.0 GHz and 4.5 dB from 1.50 to 18.0 GHz. The RoHS-compliant amplifier, with female SMA connectors, provides at least +10.2 dBm typical output power at 1 dB compression across the full bandwidth.
Coaxial Diplexer Screens DC to 40 GHz
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Mini-Circuits’ model ZDSS-K10G13G+ is a suspended-substrate-strip line coaxial diplexer for isolating signals within DC to 40 GHz. Equipped with 2.92 mm connectors, it is ideal for ECM and ELINT systems. Insertion loss is typically 1.0 dB across the lowpass passband of DC to 10.5 GHz and typically 1.5 dB for the 13.5 to 20.0 GHz highpass passband. Stopband rejection to 40 GHz is as much as 90 dB in the highpass channel and as much as 70 dB to 40 GHz in the lowpass channel.
Mini-Circuits
www.minicircuits.com
Vector Network Analyzer
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The Rohde & Schwarz vector network analyzer series provides precise, fast and versatile solutions for RF and microwave measurements. With a frequency range up to 1.1 THz and multiport options up to 48 ports, these high performance analyzers are ideal for analyzing passive and active components like filters, amplifiers, mixers and multiport modules. Offering excellent RF characteristics and a range of analysis functions, Rohde & Schwarz network analyzers empower users to assess crucial parameters efficiently.
Rohde & Schwarz
www.rohde-schwarz.com/us
Multi-Port SMPM Solutions
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Magnum RF™ is Samtec’s new line of ganged multi-port connectors. Magnum RF™delivers an SMPM interface into a tightly packaged solution, offers 40 percent greater density, decreased processing time and better positional alignment versus single channel options. Cable-to-board and board-to-board mated sets are available.
Samtec
www.samtec.com
Narrow Body Edge Launch Connector
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Signal Microwave’s line of higher performance edge launch connectors is designed for the thinner substrates used today. 1.15:1 maximum connector VSWR through 40 GHz with 23 dB return loss. The new design of the connector is intended for substrate thicknesses between 5 to 10 mil (.005 to .010 in.), (.127 mm to .254 mm).
Signal Microwave
www.signalmicrowave.com
Conductive Fiber Braiding Material
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Liberator®conductive fiber braiding material provides cable manufacturers with the lightest-weight alternative to traditional silver-plated copper braiding available today. Cables using Liberator® weigh 30 percent less on average. The fiber works with existing braiding equipment and is provided on spools or cores. Liberator® can be soldered or crimped and has proven shielding effectiveness equal to or better than traditional copper braiding. Superior flex-cycle durability over 1,000x that of equivalent size copper provides an added benefit for repetitive bend applications.
Syscom Inc.
www.syscom.com
130 Cable Assemblies
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The best of low loss cables has a new member, the dB Miser 130. The new cable form factor preserves the ultra-low loss cable construction and still offers the same great performance and stability over flexure. With excellent connector retention and thermal stability, we are confident this cable will meet your power handling needs. Armoring options are available to withstand the harshest environments while maintaining flexibility. Let us know how dB Miser 130 will fit your system needs.
Teledyne Storm
www.teledynestorm.com