Anritsu introduces the MA24208A/MA24218A universal USB power sensors that leverage Anritsu’s patented triple path architecture to provide highly accurate, true RMS measurements of CW, multi-tone, and digitally modulated signals up to 18 GHz. Combining a broad measurement range of -60 to +20 dBm with measurement speeds of >1,600 readings/s continuous and >11,000 readings/s buffered, the MA24208A/MA24218A bring a high level of performance to a variety of applications.
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Anritsu Co. introduces the MT8821C Radio Communication Analyzer, an all-in-one RF tester with the widest capability for supporting LTE-advanced (LTE-A), as well as all other adopted technologies. The MT8821C supports 2 to 4 G wireless tests, making it a cost-effective single-instrument solution to validate co-existing UEs integrating multiple technologies. Covering 30 MHz to 6 GHz, it can conduct RF TRx tests in compliance with the 3 GPP and 3 GPP2 standards.
In another industry first, Passive Plus Inc. now performs 100% partial discharge testing on all leaded capacitors. This added capability continues to enhance the reliability of Passive Plus capacitors for demanding high voltage applications. Partial discharge testing detects faint electrical discharges in multilayer ceramic capacitors under high voltage conditions. Passive Plus discharge testing exceeds the requirements of MIL-PRF-49467.
The ASIC Sunrise family of products deploys GigOptix' customizable CMOS ASIC solutions at 40 nm and 28 nm geometries. GigOptix' robust ASIC Sunrise capability addresses the emerging and fast-growing markets of industrial intense computation that are the growth engines for many rapidly developing areas such as high-performance computers (HPC), super-computers, and algorithm-intensive cryptographic devices such as those utilized in data encryption.
The NI PXIe-5668R vector signal analyzer (VSA) offers 765 MHz of bandwidth with best-in-class measurement performance and speed. This high-performance microwave signal analyzer meets the challenging requirements of applications such as wireless communications, radio frequency integrated circuit characterization, RADAR test, and spectrum monitoring and signal intelligence.
With its new microwave frequency options, the R&S SMW200A vector signal generator supports development applications requiring complex multichannel scenarios up to 40 GHz. It is the only instrument on the market to combine a baseband generator and RF generator with fading, AWGN and MIMO capabilities in a single box. It can be used for radar and satellite component and module tests as well as for future 5G technology development.
Richardson RFPD Inc. announced the availability and full design support capabilities for a new GaN on SiC 960 to 1215 MHz pulsed power HEMT from M/A-COM Technology Solutions. Using state-of-the-art wafer fabrication processes, this high performance transistor provides high gain, efficiency, bandwidth and ruggedness over a wide bandwidth. High breakdown voltages allow for reliable and stable operation in extreme mismatched load conditions.
Anritsu Company introduces a vector voltmeter mode (VVM) for its Microwave Site Master™ S820E – the world’s only handheld cable and antenna analyzer offering coverage up to 40 GHz – that allows the S820E to be used as a drop-in replacement for legacy Vector Voltmeter instruments. The Site Master S820E combines leading-edge performance, functionality, reporting and durability to meet the most demanding field testing requirements.
Anritsu Company introduces Web Remote Tools for its Spectrum Master™ MS2720T handheld spectrum analyzer that allows the instruments to be controlled from any web-enabled device, including laptops, tablets, and smart phones, over an Ethernet link. Web Remote Tools test Remote Radio Heads (RRUs) and other inaccessible radio units at 3G and 4G base stations.
RFMW Ltd. announces design and sales support for a 5 to 1200 MHz passive, 2-way splitter from MiniRF. The MRFSP5725 provides a low cost, highly reliable solution for broadband CATV designs. Characterized for use in 75 ohm circuits, the MRFSP5725 offers 28 dB of isolation with typical insertion loss of only 0.5 dB. Lead free and RoHs compliant, the MRFSP5725 comes in a surface mountable 0.15 x 0.15 x 0.115" package.