COMPONENTS

SPST Absorptive Switch

PMI Model P1T-DC18-60-T-SFF-HSLVT is a single pole, single throw, absorptive switch that offers ultra-low video transient performance while providing ultra-fast switching speed of 6 ns; high isolation of 60 dB min. to 12 GHz, 70 dB min. to 18 GHz; and 4.5 dB max. insertion loss. This switch module contains an integral TTL driver and the DC supply voltage is only -5 VDC. Includes SMA female connectors in a housing that measures 1.0 × 1.0 × 0.5 in.

PMI Planar Monolithics
www.quanticpmi.com

Compact, Broadband Blocking Capacitors

Knowles’ Milli-Cap® broadband blocking capacitors are designed to minimize parasitics and deliver stable, low loss performance across wide frequency ranges. Their ultra-high series resonance and very low inductance make them ideal for demanding RF applications like test equipment, fiber-optic modules and broadband mmWave systems. With 0201, 0402 and 0602 footprints, they conserve board space while behaving like ideal capacitors, ensuring signal integrity and efficiency where every fraction of a dB matters.

RFMW
www.rfmw.com

CABLES & CONNECTORS

Miniature Coaxial Connector

Hirose launched a 1.0 mm coaxial connector that complies with the IEEE Std. 287 and supports frequencies up to 110 GHz. Featuring a compression-mount center contact, the 1.0 mm Series coaxial connector supports varying PCB thicknesses from under 1 mm to several mm — providing greater design flexibility. Eliminating the need for soldering, the 1.0 mm Series also features a screw (threaded) mount to reduce mounting complexity. The 1.0 mm Series is commonly used in test and measurement systems, as well as high frequency sensing and communication applications.

Hirose
www.hirose.com

High Power Surface-Mount 90° Hybrid

Mlcable released the new two models of 2 to 6 GHz high-power surface-mount 90-degree hybrid. With CW power handling capability of 100 W and 250 W. It has low insertion loss, excellent VSWR ≤1.3:1, extremely good amplitude and phase unbalance, high isolation, excellent stability and heat dissipation ability in a small package. It is suitable for power amplifier, power combining network, antenna feed network, modulator and phase shifter applications.

MIcable Inc.
www.micable.cn

Microstrip Isolator

Protect your signal chain from reflected power without sacrificing space or signal integrity. The 2W9 Series 29 to 31.5 GHz microstrip isolator provides ultra-low insertion loss (<1 dB), 18 dB isolation and 2 W forward power handling, making it the ideal safeguard for sensitive RF components in extreme satcom environments. Compact, RoHS-compliant and surface-mount ready, this isolator is built for high performance reliability with zero compromise. Get the edge in your RF designs.

Renaissance Electronics AEM
www.aeminc.com/RF

AMPLIFIERS

Broadband 40-60 GHz Amplifier

Model SBP-4036033436-1919-EP offers 34 dB small-signal gain over the 40 to 60 GHz frequency range and +36 dBm saturated output power. The amplifier features WR-19 waveguide input/output with anti-cocking UG-383/U-M flanges and operates from a +20 VDC / 3.6 A supply.

Eravant
www.eravant.com

1300 W High Power Amplifier

When test setups demand brute force with surgical precision, the AMP20130 delivers. This rack-mountable solid-state amplifier provides over 1300 W CW across 80 to 1000 MHz, with 61 dB gain and excellent P1dB performance. Designed for EMI/RFI, CW/Pulse and high-efficiency communication systems, it features a Class A/AB linear design, built-in protection circuits, extensive monitoring, a large local LCD display and remote interfaces. Built for the lab. Ready for the field.

Exodus Advanced Communications
www.exoduscomm.com

12 dB Gain CATV Amplifier

The QPL1841 is a GaAs pHEMT single-ended MMIC RF amplifier IC featuring 12 dB of gain and low noise from 5 to 850 MHz. This high linearity IC is designed to support broadband CATV DOCSIS 4.0 applications, such as nodes, amplifiers and remote PHY devices, as well as fiber to the home, home gateways and cable modems. The combination of low noise, excellent distortion and low gain makes this suitable for drop amps and other distribution amps.

Qorvo
www.qorvo.com

15-18 GHz High Power Amplifier

The CHA8315-99F is a monolithic GaN high power amplifier operating from 15 to 18 GHz and delivering an output power of 43.5 dBm with an associated PAE of 45 percent. It exhibits 23 dB small-signal gain. The overall power supply is 20 V/1.16A. The circuit is designed for defence applications but offers performance suited for a wide range of microwave applications. The part is manufactured on a robust GaN HEMT technology and is available as a die.

United Monolithic Semiconductors
www.ums-rf.com

SYSTEMS

QBUC Series from EM Research

The EM Research Quad-Band Block Up-converter (QBUC) integrates four switch-selectable RF bands in an ultra-compact 6.7 × 2.5 × 0.6 in. package, the smallest available based on published product specifications. Supporting L-Band through Ka-Band operation, the QBUC features internal filtering, low phase noise, integrated gain control and excellent spurious performance. QBUC enables flexible multiband system architectures while minimizing SWaP.

EM Research
www.emresearch.com

ANTENNAS

Conical Horn Antenna

URF’s 2 to 18 GHz dual polarized quad-ridged conical horn antenna is engineered for RF testing and measurement applications. This high performance wideband antenna delivers exceptional port isolation (≥ 28 dB) and a low VSWR (≤ 2.0:1). Achieve 16.5 dBi typical gain and 20 dB minimum cross polarization, making it the ideal microwave component for precision system integration. Now live in stock at $4,800 each.

URF
www.urfinc.com

TEST & MEASUREMENT

Handheld Analyzer

Keysight Technologies, Inc. introduced the N99xxD-Series FieldFox handheld analyzer, the latest evolution of Keysight’s FieldFox family. Purpose-built for precision and portability, the new D-Series enables 120 MHz gap-free IQ streaming, high speed data transfer and seamless field-to-lab integration. Today’s RF environments are becoming increasingly complex and dynamic, as mission-critical, commercial and consumer systems converge across the spectrum. From 5G and radar to emerging 6G and satcom, engineers face mounting challenges in identifying interference, capturing transient events and characterizing wideband signals without data loss.

Keysight Technologies, Inc.
www.keysight.com