Smiths Interconnect has announced the release of a new high-frequency wire bondable chip termination series optimized to combine high frequency and power in a small package.
The new CTX Series offers excellent broadband performance up to 64 GHz. It allows wider coverage than traditional components while providing optimized return loss for multiple band ranges and applications. This allows the customer to use a single chip for multiple applications reducing the cost of ownership.
The capability of Smith Interconnect to produce these high frequency, reduced footprint, increased power rating products in high volumes makes these new terminations a unique offering in the marketplace, suitable for SATCOM applications, 5G broadband requirements and defense systems.
With the CTX Series, Smiths Interconnect utilizes 60 years of experience in the Space and Defense markets to provide a cost-effective solution for high-frequency chip termination products specifically tuned to operate from L through V band frequency ranges. The power levels vary depending on the band of interest and can support multiple applications. The new CTX series can be used for multiple applications and reduce the bill of material.
Key Specifications:
- Power rating up to 5 Watts, increased by up to 5x over alternative solutions
- Frequency rating DC to 64 GHz with an optimal broadband performance
- Reduced footprint (up to 75% smaller) allowing for space and weight savings on the board: 0.040” x 0.040” x 0.015” (1.016 mm x 1.016 mm x 0.381 mm)
- High volume production capability supporting customers’ quick ramp-up program needs
Click here to know more about the new CTX series.
