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Date: 12 Dec, 2022
 
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Latest News this Week
u-blox Introduces Compact Bluetooth Angle-of-Arrival Antenna board for Commercial Tracking Solutions - u-blox AG
Rohde & Schwarz One-Box Signaling Tester Helps Bring the 5G Enabled Nothing Phone (1) to Market - Rohde & Schwarz
Wireless Telecom Group Sells CommAgility to E-Space for $14.5 Million - Wireless Telecom Group
Pinaka Aerospace Selects RADX Trifecta-SSD-RAID COTS PXIe Modules for its RF Record & Playback Systems - RADX Technologies
Skyworks Partners with Broadcom to Develop High-Efficiency Front-End Modules for Wi-Fi 6/6E Devices - Skyworks Solutions
Kumu Networks Demonstrates High Performing Self-Interference Cancellation Technology to US Army - Kumu Networks
GlobalFoundries Certifies Ansys Tools for the Development of RF Designs on its 22FDX FD-SOI Platform - ANSYS
Intel Unveils Research Breakthroughs for Keeping Moore’s Law on Track to a Trillion Transistors - Intel Corporation
Ultra-Flexible, Phase-Stable Cable Assemblies for Test & Measurement Applications up to 26.5 GHz - Maury Microwave
Reach Raises $30 Million to Deliver the First Industrial-Scale Wireless Power Solution - Reach
Stay Under the Radar with Black Plated RF Connectors for Covert Applications - Amphenol RF
DARPA to Increase Radar Capabilities with the New Transistor-Focused THREADS Program - DARPA
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Hirose Electric
DC to 30 GHz C.FL Lightweight Mini Coaxial Connectors
Hirose Electric C.FL Lightweight Mini Coaxial Connectors feature a 0.92mm mated height and high-frequency performance from DC to 30GHz. These low-height connectors are suitable for the 28GHz band expected to be used in 5G communications. Click here to learn more.
New White Papers & Articles
Supercharging a VNA with an RF Switch Matrix (VNA Port Extension) - JFW Industries
Accelerate IoT device time-to-market by combining antennas and modules - Quectel
Reduce Size, Weight and Power of Telecommunication Payload and Satellite Command/Telemetry Subsystems - Renesas
Fundamentals of THz Technology for 6G - Rohde & Schwarz
5G Spectrum: How Proper Testing Maximizes ROI - Anritsu
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Date: 5 to 8 January, 2023
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Featured Products this Week
Frequency Synthesizer
Frequency Synthesizer with Integrated VCO from 54 to 6800 MHz
Frequency Synthesizer  from Analog Devices

The ADF4355 from Analog Devices is a PLL based Frequency Synthesizer that provides an output frequency from 54 to 6800 MHz. It has an integrated VCO and a series of frequency dividers that enable it to generate an output frequency as low as 54 MHz. The device allows the implementation of fractional-N and integer-N synthesizers when used with an external loop filter and an external reference frequency.
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Butler Matrix
8 x 8 Butler Matrix from 0.5 to 6 GHz for MIMO and 4G/5G Testing Applications
Butler Matrix  from APITech

The 8401-8-6 from APITech is an 8 x 8 Butler Matrix that operates from 0.5-2.0 GHz and 2.0-6.0 GHz. The matrix has been designed to transfer signals reciprocally from any of the 8 input ports to any of the 8 output ports with a high phase accuracy and low amplitude imbalance. It is constructed using modular microstrip lines and provides an option to customize the frequency range.
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RF Amplifier
Cryogenic Low Noise Amplifier from 6 to 8.5 GHz
RF Amplifier  from AmpliTech

The APTC3-06000850-1K00-D2 from Amplitech is a Cryogenic Low Noise Amplifier that operates from 6.0 to 8.5 GHz. It provides more than 40 dB of gain with a noise figure of less than 0.022 dB (at 4 K) and has a P1dB of -6 dBm. The amplifier is manufactured using state-of-the-art pHEMT technology and is compliant with MIL-883 and MIL-45208 military standards.
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Bias Tee
16 V Broadband Bias Tee from 30 kHz to 50 GHz
Bias Tee  from AT Microwave

The AT-BTL-0050LC from AT Microwave is Wideband Bias Tee that operates from 30 kHz to 50 GHz. It can handle an average input power of up to 1 W and DC voltage levels of up to 16 VDC/0.23 Amps. The bias tee has an insertion loss of less than 2 dB and a return loss of up to 8 dB. It is available in a connectorized module with 2.4 mm connectors and is ideal for 5G communication, test equipment, ROF (RF Over Fiber), radar system, and optical applications.
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RF Switch
AlGaAs SP8T PIN Diode Switch from 50 MHz to 50 GHz
RF Switch  from MACOM

The MA4AGSW8-1 from MACOM is an SP8T PIN Diode Switch that operates from 50 MHz to 50 GHz. It has a switching speed of less than 20 ns and can handle a CW input power of up to 23 dBm. The switch has an insertion loss of less than 2.3 dB and provides over 30 dB of isolation. It is fully passivated with silicon nitride and adds a polymer layer on the top for scratch protection.
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90 Degree Hybrid Coupler
30 dB, 90° Hybrid Coupler from 7.5 to 16 GHz
90 Degree Hybrid Coupler  from MECA

The 705S-11.750 from MECA is a 90° Hybrid Coupler that operates from 7.5 to 16 GHz. It provides an isolation of 17 dB and has a coupling loss (including insertion loss and frequency sensitivity) of 3.4 dB. The coupler can handle an input power (CW) of 40 W, a peak power of 2 kW, and has a phase balance of ±4°. It is available in a rugged aluminum module that measures 1 x 1.34 x 0.38 inches with SMA-type female connectors.
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RF Transistor
145 W GaN-on SiC-HEMT from 8.4 to 9.6 GHz
RF Transistor  from Wolfspeed

The CGHV96100F2 from Wolfspeed is a High-Electron-Mobility Transistor (HEMT) that operates from 8.4 to 9.6 GHz. It delivers an output power of more than 145 W with a power gain of 10.2 dB and has an efficiency of 45%. This transistor is manufactured on a GaN on SiC process and exhibits superior electrical characteristics compared to silicon or GaAs such as higher breakdown voltage, higher saturated electron drift velocity, and higher thermal conductivity.
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Microwave Generator
3KW GaN Solid-State Microwave Generator from 900 to 930 MHz
Microwave Generator  from RFHIC

The RIU093K0-40TG from RFHIC is a Solid-State Microwave Generator that operates from 900 to 930 MHz. It delivers an output power of up to 3 kW, has a frequency resolution of 100 kHz, and a system efficiency of 60%. This GaN-on-SiC based microwave generator has phase control of 0-180 degrees. It can be controlled by an RS232 interface and provides monitoring functions for power, temperature, and current variables.
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Data Link
CNPC Command-and-Control Data Link from 960 to 977 MHz
Data Link  from Collins Aerospace

The CNPC-1000 from Collins Aerospace is a Command-and-Control Data Link that operates from 960 to 977 MHz. It uses the Control and Non-Payload Communications (CNPC) waveform. The CNPC waveform provides command-and-control services between a control station and an unmanned aircraft, in addition to providing higher bandwidth weather radar and video downlink services.
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Electronically Steerable Antenna
Ka-band Electronically Steered Phased Array Antenna Terminal from 17.7 to 31 GHz
Electronically Steerable Antenna  from Starwin

The Steerwin ESA01 from Starwin is a Ka-band Electronically Steered Phased Array Antenna Terminal that operates from 27.5 to 31 GHz (Tx) and 17.7 to 21.2 GHz (Rx). It delivers a normal EIRP of over 45 dBW (at 29.25 GHz) and a gain of over 9 dB (at 19.45 GHz). This RHCP (Tx) and LHCP (Rx) polarized antenna terminal has a beam adjustment time of up to 1 ms and a tracking rate of over 20º/second.
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RF Up-down Converter
Up/Down Converter with RF Frequency: 24.5-29.5 GHz (RF) and IF Frequency: 4.4-5.5 GHz
RF Up-down Converter  from Cobham Advanced Electronic Solutions

The UDC-1AT1 from Cobham Advanced Electronic Solutions is an Up/Down Converter with an RF frequency of 24.5-29.5 GHz and an IF frequency of 4.4-5.5 GHz. It delivers a maximum RF output power of 5 dBm and an IF output power of -10 dBm. This up/down converter provides a small signal gain of 25 dB and has a dynamic range of 30 dB with 1 GHz of instantaneous bandwidth. It is ideal for military and commercial applications on LEO satellites and airborne platforms.
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RF Module
Bluetooth 5.2 + 802.15.4 + NFC Modules
RF Module  from Laird Connectivity

The BL5340 Series from Laird Connectivity are multi-core Bluetooth 5.2 + 802.15.4 (Thread and Zigbee) + NFC Modules. These small, robust modules are available in two variants: main module (BL5340 with nRF5340) or power amplified variant (BL5340PA with nRF5340 + nRF21540). The modules feature a dual-core Arm® Cortex M33 microcontroller which can run a low-power core focused purely on wireless connectivity, with a second higher performance core targeted for end applications.
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Front End Module
5 GHz Wi-Fi 6 Front-End Module for Set-top Boxes and Video Streaming Systems
Front End Module  from Skyworks Solutions

The SKY85787-11 from Skyworks Solutions is a Wi-Fi 6 Front-End Module that has been developed for the 5 GHz band. It consists of an integrated 5 GHz single-pole, double-throw (SPDT) transmit/receive (T/R) switch, a 5 GHz high-gain, low-noise amplifier (LNA) with bypass mode, a non-linear power amplifier (PA), a temperature-compensated log detector and a logarithmic power detector that provides closed-loop power control within the system.
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Antenna
Triple Band Surface-Mount Antenna for Bluetooth and Wi-Fi 2.4/5/6 GHz Applications
Antenna  from TE Connectivity

The 2118908-1 from TE Connectivity is a Printed Circuit Board Antenna that operates from 2400 to 2483.5 MHz (Bluetooth), 5150 to 5875 MHz (WLAN) and 5925 to 7125 MHz (WLAN). This linearly polarized antenna provides a gain of up to 2.8 dB and has a VSWR of less than 2.5:1. It is suitable for IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ad, Wi-Fi 6/6E, Bluetooth and ZigBee applications.
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Vector Network Analyzer
16-Port Vector Network Analyzer from 300 kHz to 9 GHz
Vector Network Analyzer  from Copper Mountain Technologies

The SN5090-16 from Copper Mountain Technologies is a 16-Port Vector Network Analyzer that operates from 300 kHz to 9 GHz. This VNA is an organic extension of the Compact VNA solutions offered by CMT. It enables the full complexity of VNA measurements, a streamlined calibration process, and reduced test times.
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RF Cable Assembly
VNA Cable Assemblies from DC to 50 GHz
RF Cable Assembly  from Maury Microwave

The Stability VNA Cable Assemblies from Maury Microwave are Test Port Cable Assemblies that operate from DC to 50 GHz. They have excellent phase stability (up to 8 degrees) with flexure and ensure repeatable and reliable measurements. The assemblies have an anti-skid band to ensure that they can be arbitrarily positioned with no spring-back or stress on the DUT.
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RF Test Set
Test System to Verify RF Parameters of 5G NR Devices
RF Test Set  from Keysight Technologies

The S8714A from Keysight Technologies is a 5G Test Solution that can verify the RF performance of 5G NSA and SA devices with built-in 3GPP test cases. It automatically configures parameters according to 3GPP TS 38.521 for measurement and also allows quick modification of parameters essential for RF testing such as channel, band, and bandwidth.
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RF Amplifier
1 kW Pulsed Microwave Power Module from 9 to 10 GHz
RF Amplifier  from dB Control

The dB-3758 from dB Control is an Integrated Pulsed Power Module that operates from 9 to 10 GHz. It delivers a peak output power of 1000 W with a gain of 60 dB and has a VSWR of less than 1.5:1. This power amplifier module consists of a solid PIN diode modulator, solid-state driver amplifier, and a mini Traveling Wave Tube (TWT).
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RF Amplifier
Low Noise Amplifier from 8 to 12 GHz for Military Applications
RF Amplifier  from Narda-MITEQ

The LNA-30-08001200-15-15P from Narda-Miteq is a Low Noise Amplifier that operates from 8 to 12 GHz. It delivers more than 30 dB of gain with a noise figure of less than 1.5 dB and an output P1dB of 15 dBm. This amplifier offers unconditional stability and has RF ports matched to 50 Ohms. It requires a supply of 15 V and consumes less than 275 mA of current.
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Waveguide Attenuator
20 dB Variable Waveguide Attenuator from 8.2 to 12.4 GHz
Waveguide Attenuator  from A-Info

The 90WVA-20 from A-Info is a Variable Waveguide Attenuator that operates from 8.2 to 12.4 GHz. It has an attenuation range of 20 dB and an insertion loss of less than 0.2 dB. The attenuator can handle an average input power of 4 W with a peak power of 4 kW. It is available in a module that measures 152.4 x 41.4 x 1.6 mm and has WR90 waveguide interfaces with FBP100 (UBR100) flanges.
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RFID Tag
Robust UHF RFID Tag for Industrial Markets
RFID Tag  from IdTronic

The Apollo Tag from iDTRONIC is a UHF RFID Tag that operates from 865 to 868 MHz (EU) and 902 to 928 MHz (US). This linearly polarized tag is based on the Alien Higgs-3 IC and has a read distance of up to 12 m. It has an EPC memory of up to 480 bits, a user memory of up to 512 bits, and 64-bit unique TID. The tag is designed for the industrial markets where critical and potentially hazardous situations require reliable identification of assets or containers.
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