Richardson Electronics has announced the availability of a new K-band silicon SATCOM Rx quad-core integrated circuit from Anokiwave, Inc. It enables planar phased array radar and supports four dual-polarized radiating elements. The device enables planar phased array radars and supports four dual-polarization radiating elements with full programmable polarization flexibility. It provides 22 dB gain with a noise figure of 3.4 dB. Additional features include gain compensation over temperature and temperature reporting.
The new IC offers ESD protection on all pins, operates from +1.8 V, and is packaged in a 56-lead, 7 mm x 7 mm PQFN for easy installation in planar phased array antennas.
This is the second in their series of Silicon AESA Quad Core ICs that they believe will set a new standard in the industry for AESA multi-element beam forming ICs.
Additional key features of the AWS-0102 include:
- Flexible polarization (RHCP, LHCP, linear)
- 5-bit phase control (LSB=11.25°)
- 5-bit gain (LSB=0.5 dB, DR=15.5 dB)
- 0.3 W DC power
See complete specs of the AWS-0102 Chipset. This device is available via Anokiwave’s global, highly-technical sales team.
