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Date: 19 Sept, 2022
 
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Latest News this Week
Lockheed Martin and AT&T Demonstrate High Speed Data Transfer from Helicopters Over a 5G Network - Lockheed Martin
NXP Semiconductors Announces New Front-End Modules and Pre-Drivers for 5G Massive MIMO - NXP Semiconductors
Guerrilla RF Starts Production of Digital Step Attenuator Based on Rapid Fire Technology - Guerrilla RF
D-Fend Solutions and Liteye Collaborate to Develop Multi-Domain Counter-UAS Defense System - D-Fend Solutions
RF Electronics Offering Modular RF Shielded Chambers for Wireless Device Testing from 10 kHz to 18 GHz - RF Electronics
IntelliConnect has Developed High-Density Connector Solutions for Use in Quantum Computers - IntelliConnect
Silicon Labs Announces New IoT Products for on Matter, Wi-SUN and Wi-Fi 6 - Silicon Labs
Keysight to Showcase Solutions that Accelerate RF Innovations at EuMW 2022 - Keysight Technologies
X-FAB Licenses its 130 nm SiGe BiCMOS Platform to Address Next-Gen Communication Requirements - X-FAB Silicon Foundries
EECL to Deliver Low-Noise Amplifiers for the ESA HydroGNSS Scout Earth Observation Payload - EECL
Altum RF Collaborates with TNO and WIN to develop 400-Watt S-band Power Amplifier MMIC - Altum RF
Liquid Instruments Raises $28.5 Million to Develop Software-Defined Test Instrumentation - Liquid Instruments
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New White Papers & Articles
The New SiP Device Drives a Leap in RF Edge Processing - Mercury Systems
Magnetic Resonance Wire Coil Losses Estimation with Finite-Difference Time-Domain Method - Remcom
Feasibility Study of a Fully-Digital Multi-Band SAR System operating at L, C, X and Ku Bands. - Teledyne e2v
6G: The Network of Technology Convergence - ABI Research
Understanding the Basics of RF Signal Generation - Boonton
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EuMW 2022
Date: 25 to 30 September, 2022
Location: Milan
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Featured Products this Week
RF Mixer
GaAs MMIC Double-Balanced Mixer from 1 to 15 GHz
RF Mixer  from Marki Microwave

The MM1-0115H from Marki Microwave is a GaAs MMIC Double-Balanced Mixer with an RF/LO frequency of 1 to 15 GHz and an IF Frequency from DC to 2.5 GHz. It works well as both an up and down converter through the Ku band. The mixer is available in a connectorized module with SMA connectors (also available as a die). It is ideal for test & measurement equipment, SATCOM, radar, and electronic warfare applications.
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Beamforming IC
8-Channel Beamforming Front-End IC from 26.5 to 29.5 GHz
Beamforming IC  from pSemi, A Murata Company

The PE188200 from pSemi is an 8-Channel Beamforming Front-End IC that operates in the 5G n257 band from 26.5 to 29.5 GHz. It has two independently controllable RF chains of four channels supporting four dual-polarity antennas or eight single-polarity antennas. This beamforming IC has integrated power amplifiers, low-noise amplifiers, splitter/combiners, 6-bit phase/attenuation control, and phase & amplitude beamformers.
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RF Amplifier
3 W GaAs MMIC Power Amplifier from 17 to 21 GHz
RF Amplifier  from MicroWave Technology

The MMA-172135D from Microwave Technology is a GaAs MMIC Power Amplifier that operates from 17 to 21 GHz. It delivers a saturated output power of 3 W with a gain of 27 dB. This amplifier has an IM3 of -45 dBc (Po=20 dBm/tone) and a return loss of 12 dB (input/output). It requires a DC supply of 6 V and consumes less than 2800 mA of current.
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Low Noise Block
Waveguide Low Noise Block Downconverter from 7.25 – 7.75 GHz
Low Noise Block  from EM Solutions

The 01-284A from EM Solutions is a Low Noise Block Downconverter that converts an input frequency from 7.25 – 7.75 GHz to an output frequency from 950 – 1450 MHz. It provides a conversion gain of 70 dB, has an image rejection of more than 70 dBc, and a noise figure of 0.8 dB (with isolator at 60K noise temperature).
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Butler Matrix
8x8 Butler Matrix from 2.4 to 8 GHz for Beamforming Applications
Butler Matrix  from Ranatec

The RI 3101 from Ranatec is an 8x8 Butler Matrix that operates from 2.4 to 8 GHz. The Butler Matrix is used to control the directions of a beam (s) of radio transmission by switching power to the desired beam port in a beamforming network. In transmit mode it delivers the full power of the transmitter to the beam, and in receive mode, it collects the signal from each of the beam directions with the full gain of the antenna array.
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Noise Source
Surface-Mount Noise Source from 200 kHz to 5 GHz
Noise Source  from Noisecom

The NC520 from Noisecom is a Noise Source that operates from 200 kHz to 5 GHz. It produces white gaussian noise with an output power of more than 25 dB ENR (-143 dBm/Hz) and has a crest factor of 5:1. This noise source contains all bias circuits and requires no external components. It has extremely flat output power versus frequency characteristic which is insensitive to temperature and voltage variations.
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Vector Network Analyzer
2-Port USB Vector Network Analyzer, 100 kHz to 20 GHz
Vector Network Analyzer  from Copper Mountain Technologies

The Cobalt C1220 is a modular computer controlled Vector Network Analyzer that operates from 100 kHz to 20 GHz. The analyzer efficiently handles advanced test applications, providing an unmatched price-performance combination for S-parameter measurement over its supported frequency range.
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RF Amplifier
250 W Multi-Purpose Solid-State Power Amplifier from 1 to 6 GHz
RF Amplifier  from AR RF/Microwave Instrumentation

The 250S1G6C from AR RF/Microwave Instrumentation is a Solid-State Power Amplifier (SSPA) that operates from 1 to 6 GHz. It delivers a saturated output power of more than 250 W with small-signal gain of 61 dB. The amplifier has a Class A design, making it suitable for EMC test applications where continued operation into high VSWR loads including open and short circuits is required.
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Antenna
5G-NR Stackable Patch Antenna from 26.5 to 29.5 GHz
Antenna  from KREEMO

The PCB K360° 4 from KREEMO is a Stackable Patch Antenna that operates from 26.5 to 29.5 GHz in the 5G-NR n257 band. This antenna has 8 electronically controllable RF channels to provide 3 orthogonally-oriented radiation patterns (2 broadside directions and 1 endfire direction). It provides a variable gain of 15 dB per path (0.5 dB step size) and a 360° phase shifting range per path (11.25° step size).
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Bias Tee
16 V Bias Tee from 10 MHz to 40 GHz
Bias Tee  from Fairview Microwave

The SB4020 from Fairview Microwave is a Bias Tee that operates from 10 MHz to 40 GHz. It can handle a maximum DC voltage of 16 V and a DC current of up to 250 mA. This bias tee has an insertion loss of less than 1.8 dB and a VSWR of 1.6:1. It is available in a module that measures 0.750 x 0.834 x 0.365 inches with 2.92 mm female connectors.
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Band Pass Filter
20 W Cavity Bandpass Filter with Passband from 925 to 960 MHz
Band Pass Filter  from RF-Lambda

The RBPF960R from RF-Lambda is a Cavity Bandpass Filter with a passband from 925 to 960 MHz. It can handle an average input power of 20 W and a peak input power of 300 W. This filter has a passband insertion loss of less than 1 dB and provides 55 dB of rejection (from DC to 873 MHz). This filter is available in a module (hermetically sealed option available) that measures 134 x 72 x 39 mm with SMA-female connectors.
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RF & Microwave Circulator
10 W Microstrip Circulator from 8.9 to 10.7 GHz
RF & Microwave Circulator  from Smiths Interconnect

The C89107/H from Smiths Interconnect is a Microstrip Circulator that operates from 8.9 to 10.7 GHz. It can handle a CW input power of 10 W, and has an insertion loss of less than 0.3 dB. This circulator has a Y port arrangement with a co-planar waveguide interface. It is designed for use in ground-based radars and space applications.
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Front End Module
2.4 GHz ZigBee/Bluetooth Front-End RFIC for Battery-Powered Applications
Front End Module  from BeRex, Inc.

The 8TR8210 from Berex is a 2.4 GHz ZigBee/Bluetooth Front-End RFIC. It consists of an integrated power amplifier (PA), low noise amplifier (LNA), a bypass function, transmit/receive (T/R) switch, filter networks, input/output matching circuitry, and high directivity power detector. This RFIC includes filter networks, input/output matching circuitry, and a high directivity power detector.
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Down Converter
Broadband RF Up-Down Converters Specifically Built for 5G Applications
Down Converter  from ThinkRF

The D4000 from thinkRF is a frequency converter specially built for 5G NR FR2 applications. It has a frequency range from 50 MHz to 40 GHz. The Up & down conversion is done in the same box with no add-ons required. It has a high precision built-in OCXO that enables non-coherent modulation/demodulation. A 100 MHz sync signal allows the synchronization of multiple boxes and a 10 MHz sync signal allows seamless synchronization with most of the Sub-6 GHz T&M Equipment.
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RF Amplifier
Waveguide Low Noise Amplifier from 40 to 60 GHz
RF Amplifier  from Pasternack Enterprises Inc

The PEWGA3203 from Pasternack is a Waveguide Low Noise Amplifier that operates from 40 to 60 GHz. It delivers a saturated output power of 14.5 dBm (0.02 W) with a small signal gain of 36 dB and a noise figure of 4.6 dB. This LNA requires a DC supply of 6 V and consumes 90 mA of current. It is available in a rugged, gold-plated module that measures 1.5 x 1.5 x 1.2 inches with WR-19 (UG-383/U-M flange) waveguide interface.
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Limiter
Waveguide Limiter from 9 to 9.6 GHz
Limiter  from APITech

The MALI-007212 from API Technologies is a Waveguide Limiter that operates in the X-band from 9 to 9.6 GHz. It has a flat leakage of less than 50 mW and spike leakage of 250 mW. The limiter can handle a mean input power of 15 W and a peak input power of 500 W. It has a sensitivity time control (STC) blanking feature and an integrated noise source.
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VSAT Terminal
Motorized Manpack Antenna Terminals from 7.25 to 31 GHz
VSAT Terminal  from ReQuTech AB

The PICO120 Series from Requtech are Motorized Manpack Antenna Terminals that operate in the X, Ku, and Ka-bands from 7.25 to 31 GHz. These linearly/circularly polarized antennas provide a Tx gain of up to 49.6 dBi and an Rx gain of more than 38 dBi. The system comprises an antenna system, control unit, and choice of hard or soft casing along with feed chain filters, polarizers, and related microwave parts.
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Frequency Synthesizer
Broadband Frequency Synthesizer from 625 MHz to 10 GHz
Frequency Synthesizer  from SignalCore

The SC801A from SignalCore is a Broadband CW Signal Frequency Synthesizer that generates an output frequency from 625 MHz to 10.0 GHz. It has a frequency resolution of 1 MHz and a tuning speed of less than 500 µs. It delivers up to 7 dBm of output power with a phase noise of less than -115 dBc/Hz at 10 kHz offset, sideband spurious levels of fewer than 60 dBc, and harmonics of less than -65 dBc.
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Antenna Positioner
Virtual EL/AZ/Roll Positioner for Multi-Axis Rotary Positioning of Medium-duty Subsystems
Antenna Positioner  from Microwave Vision Group

The AL-9013/AL-9205 from Microwave Vision Group is an EL/AZ/Roll Positioner that provides multi-axis rotary positioning of the DUT. It enables the rotation of a device under test around its phase center by means of a unique virtual elevation axis. This virtual axis ensures that the mechanical support system remains behind the DUT as it is measured.
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RF Amplifier
Rugged 110 W Microwave Power Module from 13.75 to 14.5 GHz
RF Amplifier  from TMD

The PTXM1000 from Communications & Power Industries is a Microwave Power Module (MPM) that operates from 13.75 to 14.5 GHz. It delivers a CW saturated output power of more than 110 W with a small signal gain of 53 dB. This module incorporates a low gain dual collector TWT with a low noise linearizer to provide optimum noise performance and maximum undistorted power capability.
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Traveling Wave Tube
40 kW, Pulsed Cavity Traveling Wave Tube from 16 to 17 GHz
Traveling Wave Tube  from Communications & Power Industries

The VTU-5690A from Communications and Power Industries is a Cavity Traveling Wave Tube (TWT) that operates from 16.0 to 17.0 GHz. This pulsed-coupled TWT delivers an output power of up to 40 kW and has a duty cycle of 0.3% and pulse width of 20 µs. This device has a cathode pulsed and grounded collector to achieve 48 dB of gain.
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