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New RF & Microwave Products this Week

Feb 12th, 2014 - Newsletter
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There are 14 New Products that you need to know about this week. Our sponsor for this newsletter is Aeroflex / Inmet - Check out their line of Low Power Fixed Attenuators.

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New RF & Microwave Products this Week
RF Spectrum Analyzer

1 Hz to 300 MHz Remote Spectrum Analyzer - Streams Spectrum to a PC, iPad or Smartphone

RF Spectrum Analyzer from Aaronia AG

The Spectran NF RSA 5000 is a remote spectrum analyzer from Aaronia that operates at low frequencies from 1 Hz up to 300 MHz. It can be controlled from any location using a PC, PDA, iPad or smartphone, and the spectrum of interest can be streamed and stored remotely, making it ideal for placement at difficult locations. The analyzer is available in a 19” standard rack mountable module. It is also available in two other frequency options – The Spectran HF RSA 6000 – Up to 6 GHz and the Spectran HF RSA 9000 – Up to 9 GHz. The product datasheet is for all three analyzers.

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RF Spectrum Analyzer

44 GHz High Performance Signal Analyzer for Cellular and Millimeter-Wave Applications

RF Spectrum Analyzer from Agilent Technologies

The N9010A EXA Signal Analyzer from Agilent is available in a number of frequency options that span all the way up to 44 GHz. This is a general purpose signal analyzer that combines speed, performance and flexibility all into one device, making it ideal for the most demanding cellular and millimeter-wave applications. It has a 25 MHz analysis bandwidth, a low phase noise of -105 dBc/Hz at 10 kHz offset, 19 dBm IP3 and a DANL of less than -163 dBm.

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RF Spectrum Analyzer

20 Hz to 67 GHz, High-End Spectrum Analyzer for Aerospace, Defense Applications

RF Spectrum Analyzer from Rohde & Schwarz

The R&S FSU is a high performance spectrum analyzer that is available in configuration that go up to 67 GHz. The spectrum analyzer has exceptional phase noise, dynamic range and measurement accuracy that makes it ideal for aerospace and defense applications. It has an analysis bandwidth of 20 MHz, an IP3 greater than 20 dBm, a P1dB of 13 dB and a DANL of -152 dBm at 2 GHz, -148 dBm at 26 GHz.

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Fixed Attenuator

High Power Fixed Attenuator from DC to 18 GHz

Fixed Attenuator from Mini Circuits

The BW-N30W50+ from Mini Circuits is a 50 W coaxial fixed attenuator. It operates from DC to 18 GHz with a maximum attenuation of 31.25 dB, an impedance of 50 Ohms and a VSWR of 1.45:1. It is designed with heat dissipation fins to handle high power signals and is used in instrumentation, test set-ups and high power measurements. It is a light-weight device which measures 2.65" x 2.65" x 4.5".

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Aeroflex / Inmet - 2W SMA Hex Attenuator

Aeroflex / Inmet  - Hex AttenuatorIf a full hex attenuator better fits your specifications, look no further

Aeroflex / Inmet is pleased to introduce a more user friendly version of our most popular 2W SMA attenuator; a full hex (FH) body configuration helps minimize the possibility of the attenuator rotating during installation by providing the technician with increased surface by which to secure the device. The same outstanding performance is now available in the Models 6FH (6GHz) and 18FH (18GHz). Standard attenuation values include 0-10, 12, 15, 20, 30 & 40dB. Similarly, our new FHC model is available for production volume 6GHz applications at slightly reduced electrical performance and lower cost

Fixed Attenuator

2.92 mm Male to Female, DC to 40 GHz, Fixed Attenuator - 0 to 40 dB Options Available

Fixed Attenuator from HASCO Components

The HA40A-XX from Hasco is a 2.92mm Male to Female fixed attenuator that operates up to 40 GHz. A number of configurations with different attenuation levels are available – 0 to 6 dB, 8 dB, 10 dB, 15 dB, 20 dB and 30 dB. The attenuator is matched to 50 ohms and can handle 0.5 W of average power. It has a VSWR of 1.3:1 up to 26.5 GHz and 1.4:1 from 26.5 GHz to 40 GHz.

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RF Amplifier

0.01 to 5 GHz, High IP3, Flat Gain Monolithic Amplifier for CATV, Cellular, PCS, WiMAX and LTE Applications

RF Amplifier from Mini Circuits

The GVA-60+ is a Flat Gain, High IP3 Amplifier from Mini Circuits that operates from 0.01 to 5 GHz. The amplifier has good input and output return loss and does not require external matching components. Its broad operating frequency and low return loss make it suitable for use in CATV, Cellular, PCS, WiMAX and LTE Applications. The GVA-60+ provides a gain of 20 dB at 0.4 GHz, a P1dB of 20 dBm and an IP3 of 39 dBm at 400 MHz. It is available in a SOT-89 package.

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RF Amplifier

6 to 18 GHz Low Noise Amplifier with an Integrated 1 W Limiter

RF Amplifier from Miteq

The JS3-06001800-20-10P-L is a 6 to 18 GHz Low Noise Amplifier from Miteq with an integrated 1 Watt limiter to provide protection. The amplifier provides a P1dB of 10 dBm, a gain of more than 23 dB with a noise figure less than 2 dB. It requires a 5 V supply and draws 150 mA of current. The JS3-06001800-20-10P-L is available in a module with various connector types based on the users requirement. An option DC block is also available.

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RF Amplifier

Low Noise Amplifier for GPS and Base Station Applications

RF Amplifier from Wavelex

The WLA1116A from Wavelex is a low noise amplifier that operates from 1100 MHz to 1650 MHz. It is ideal for GPS and Base Station Applications. The amplifier provides up to 7 dBm of P1dB, a 32 dB Gain and a noise figure of 0.8 dB. It is available in a module with SMA Female connectors.

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RF Amplifier

C-Band Waveguide Low Noise/Power Amplifiers for Aerospace and Military Applications

RF Amplifier from RF-Lambda

The RLNA Series is a C band Low Noise/Power Amplifier series with WR229, WR159 and WR137 Waveguide interface options. The amplifiers have a N Type connector and the frequency range varies from 3.3 to 10 GHz based on the waveguide interface. The amplifiers in this series provides a P1dB of 10 to 20 dBm and gain from 20 to 60 dB. They are ideal for aerospace/military applications and can also be used for wireless infrastructure applications.

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Coaxial Termination

5 W, DC-4 GHz, N type Coaxial Termination(Low Cost Unit)

Coaxial Termination from Broadwave Technologies

The 552-306-005 from Broadwave Technologies is a 5W coaxial termination that operates from DC to 4 GHz. It is matched to 50 Ohms and has a VSWR that varies from 1.15:1 to 1.3:1 across the frequency band. The termination has a N Type Male connector and can operate at a temperature range from -55°C to 100°C.

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GPS/GNSS Module

GPS Receiver Module with 22 Tracking and 66 Acquisition Channels

GPS/GNSS Module from Linx Technologies

The RM Series GPS receiver module by Linx Technology is ideal for positioning, tracking and navigation. It operates in the L1 Band (1575.4 MHz) and has a tracking sensitivity of -161 dBm. The module is based on the MediaTek MT3337 chipset and can simultaneously acquire on 66 channels and track on 22 channels, giving it fast lock times and high accuracy. This GPS module has low power consumption and operates at 2.8 V, maximizing run time on batter powered devices. It is available in a surface mount package and requires an antenna to form the complete GPS solution.

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GPS/GNSS Module

Compact Multi-Constellation (QZSS, Galileo and Compass) GNSS Module with Integrated LNA

GPS/GNSS Module from Telit Communications

The Jupiter SE868 V2 is a compact GNSS module from Telit for the L1 Band – 1575.42 MHz. It can navigate to -162 dBm and track to -166 dBm, providing improved performance in harsher environments. This is the smallest multi-constellation (QZSS, Galileo and Compass) GNSS module in the Telit portfolio. It is available in a 11 x 11 mm QFN package with a powerful baseband processer, Flash Memory and an integrated LNA. The Embedded LNA allows the use of passive antennas. The Jupiter SE868 V2 is based on the CSR SiRF StarV platform.

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GPS/GNSS Module

GNSS Module with Integrated LNA, SAW Filter, RTC Crystal and Oscillator

GPS/GNSS Module from u-blox AG

The MAX-M8 GPS module is a standalone GNSS module that is built on the u-blox M8 engine. With a dual frequency RF front end, the MAX-M8 is able to intelligently use the highest amount of visible satellites from two GNSS (GPS, GLONASS and BeiDOU) systems for more reliable positioning. It has a tracking/navigation sensitivity of -167 dBm and a low acquisition time – Cold start 26/27 sec, aided starts 2/4 sec. and reacquisition 1.5/1.5 s. The module has an on chip LNA and is compatible with both passive and active antennas. It requires a supply voltage of 1.65 to 3.6 V and is available in a 9.7 x 10.1 x 2.5 mm package.

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Switch

0.4 to 3.8 GHz SP14T MIPI Antenna Switch Module with Mobile Industry Processor Interface

Switch from Skyworks

The SKY13491-21 is a SP14T Antenna switch with an integrated Mobile Industry Processor Interface (MIPI®) controller. This switch maintains a low insertion and high isolation across the 0.7 to 3.8 GHz band making it ideal for UMTS, CDMA2000, EDGE, GSM, and LTE applications. The design features two dedicated GSM transmit ports and three dedicated ultra low-loss TRX ports. The switch also has an excellent triple beat ratio and 2nd/3rd Order Intermodulation Distortion (IMD2/IMD3) performance. The Switch is available in a compact, 2.5 x 2.9 x 0.8 mm, 22-pin surface mount multi-chip module(MCM) package.

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