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Date: 6 Feb, 2023
 
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Latest News this Week
Signal Hound Adds New LTE Analysis Feature to its Spike Spectrum Analyzer Software - Signal Hound
Maury Microwave Offers a Range of Impedance Tuners Based on Precision Slide Screw Technology - Maury Microwave
WAVEPIA Offering Optimized High Power GaN Signal Generators for RF Energy Applications - WAVEPIA Co,. Ltd.
Quantum Microwave Introduces mmWave Waveguide Detectors from 26 to 140 GHz - Quantum Microwave
Filtronic Develops Customized mmWave Filter Solutions for Quantum Computing Applications - Filtronic
Thales to Develop and Supply Ka-Band SSPAs for SWISSto12’s HummingSat Satellites - SWISSto12
pSemi Announces Volume Production of Two New High-Linearity Sub-6 GHz RF Switches - pSemi, A Murata Company
SAG Develops Overmolded Brick Metal Tag for Use in Industrial and Healthcare Applications - SAG
BAE Systems Develops a Military-Grade Programmable Microwave Transceiver Platform for Use in the Field - BAE Systems
You Can Now Lease Copper Mountain Vector Network Analyzers at a Fraction of their Cost - Copper Mountain Technologies
Spark, Ericsson and Red Hat Announces Successful Completion of 5G Standalone Trial in New Zealand - Ericsson
SiTime Adds Precision Timing Oscillator Families for Aerospace & Defense Applications - SiTime
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New White Papers & Articles
Miniature Feedthrough EMI Filters Solve RF Noise Problem - Spectrum Control
Inductors as RF Chokes - Coilcraft
Using Wireless InSite for Engineered Electromagnetic Surface Modeling - Remcom
Cellular Technology Evolution for IoT Applications in the 5G Era - u-blox AG
A Gold Rush to D-Band and Beyond - Micro Harmonics
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Featured Products this Week
Fixed Attenuator
Cryogenic Fixed Attenuators from DC to 40 GHz
Fixed Attenuator  from API Technologies

The 9104-CRYO from Spectrum Control are Cryogenic Fixed Attenuators that operates from DC to 40 GHz. They are available in attenuation values of 0, 3, 6, 10, 20, & 30 dB and offer stable attenuation over temperature. The attenuators can handle an average input power of 2 W and have a VSWR of less than 1.40:1. They use APITech’s in-house resistor fabrication process and have been tested to a temperature of 4 mK.
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RF Cable Assembly
2.4mm Flexible Coaxial Cable Assemblies from DC to 50 GHz
RF Cable Assembly  from HASCO Components

The Littlebend™ HLB098-24P-24P-L from Hasco are Flexible Coaxial Cables that operate from DC to 50 GHz. They are extremely flexible and are designed for demanding microwave interconnect applications and system designs requiring dense packaging. These cables are available in standard lengths from 3 to 48 inches (can also be ordered in custom lengths) with high-performance 2.4mm straight connectors (SMA, 2.92mm, and SMP connector options also available).
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RF Inductor
6 GHz Bias Chokes for High Current Bias Tee Applications
RF Inductor  from Coilcraft

The 4310LC Series from Coilcraft are Bias Chokes that provide flat bandwidth with high impedance up to 6 GHz. They have a Ferrite core and offer low DCR with excellent current handling. These bias chokes are available in surface-mount packages that measure 11.68 x 4.8 mm and are ideal for use in high-current bias tee applications.
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RF Switch
SP4T Solid-State Reflective Switch from 20 to 4300 MHz
RF Switch  from JFW Industries

The 50S-1035 from JFW Industries is an SP4T Solid-State Reflective Switch that operates from 20 MHz to 4.3 GHz. It has a switching speed of 20 µs and provides more than 80 dB (20-1000 MHz) of isolation. This 50-ohm switch can handle an input power of 1 W (~30 dBm) and has an insertion loss of less than 4 dB. It has four control lines and each line is activated by an appropriate TTL signal level.
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RF Connector
Black Chrome-Finished SMA Cable Connectors from DC to 18 GHz
RF Connector  from SV Microwave

The Black Chrome SMA Connectors from SV Microwave are Cable Connectors that operate from DC to 18 GHz. They are designed for 0.085-inch cables and can withstand an RMS dielectric voltage of 1000 V. These SMA cable connectors have a non-reflective black chrome finish and are ideal for military, aerospace, field communications equipment, and panel mounting applications.
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RF Amplifier
600 W CW/Pulsed Solid-State Power Amplifier from 1 to 30 MHz
RF Amplifier  from Exodus Advanced Communications

The AMP2133C from Exodus Advanced Communications is a Solid-State Power Amplifier that operates from 1 to 30 MHz. It delivers a CW/Pulsed output power of more than 600 W with a power gain of 58 dB. This class A/AB linear amplifier has built-in protection circuits with extensive monitoring and also includes forward/reflected power monitoring (in dBm and Watts), VSWR, voltage/current, and temperature sensing.
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Featured Article
UWB
UWB - The New Short-Range Networking Standard in 5G Applications
As the planet upgrades to 5G, connectivity will be an increasingly important factor in consumer electronics and industrial implementations, ranging from smartwatches and laptops to inventory management systems and commercial fleet monitoring. The fast, safe, and reliable wireless transfer of data will be essential to the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) and other commercial applications, as well as public utilizations like traffic management systems and intelligent streetlight controls. Click here to learn more.
RF Amplifier
300 W GaN Solid-State Power Amplifier from 8.5 to 9.6 GHz
RF Amplifier  from TMD

The PTS10224 from TMD Technologies is a Solid-State Power Amplifier that operates in the X-Band from 8500 to 9600 MHz. It delivers an output power of more than 300 W with a duty cycle of up to 15%. The SSPA employs high-power GaN transistors to achieve excellent power performance in a compact and lightweight form factor.
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RF Spectrum Analyzer
Real-Time Spectrum Analyzer with GNSS Capabilities
RF Spectrum Analyzer  from ThinkRF

The R5750 from thinkRF is a Real-Time Spectrum Analyzer with in-built GPS for mobile wireless situational awareness applications such as RF drive testing, coverage mapping, propagation analysis, direction finding & transmitter localization and vehicle based spectrum monitoring. With built in GPS capabilities, this Real-Time Spectrum Analyzer enables engineers in the field to conduct in-depth analysis of complex waveforms while knowing the location and time of each measurement.
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RF Up-down Converter
Half-Duplex Up/Down Converter IC from 24 to 30 GHz for 5G Applications
RF Up-down Converter  from iCana

The ICAMU2430-A from iCana is an Up/Down Converter IC with an RF frequency from 24 to 30 GHz and an IF frequency from 2 to 9 GHz. It is a half-duplexity converter and uses low-side LO injection to perform single-sideband up-conversion and image-rejecting down-conversion. For up-conversion, this IC uses tunable sideband rejection and LO feedthrough calibration while for down-conversion, it implements tunable image rejection and I/Q imbalance optimization.
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Cellular Module
5G SA/NSA Module for Operation in Asia, Europe, and Australia
Cellular Module  from Fibocom

The FG360-EAU from Fibocom is a 5G Module for the Asian, European, and Australian regions. It supports both 5G SA and NSA network architectures with fast transmission speeds, good carrying capacity, and lower network latency. The module supports the 5G NR Sub-6 GHz band and is compatible with LTE and WCDMA standards.
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Cellular Module
5G-NR Sub-6 GHz Cellular Module for Global Connectivity
Cellular Module  from Sierra Wireless

The EM9291 from Sierra Wireless is a 5G-NR Sub-6 GHz Cellular Module with 4G LTE and 3G fallback support. It delivers a peak download data rate of 4.9 Gbps and an upload data rate of 660 Mbps. This module has an embedded SIM for simplified & flexible IoT deployments with onboard carrier profile, M2M eUICC, and consumer eUICC.
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Directional Coupler
10 dB Directional Coupler from 10.7 to 12.75 GHz
Directional Coupler  from Mesa Microwave

The MMCDC10701275-10-N from Mesa Microwave is a Directional Coupler that operates from 10.7 to 12.75 GHz. This 10 dB coupler provides more than 20 dBm of directivity and has a VSWR of less than 1.3:1. It is available in a module that measures 90 x 28 mm with N-type (female) connectors.
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RF & Microwave Circulator
10 W RF Circulator from 6 to 18 GHz for Military/Space Applications
RF & Microwave Circulator  from Kete Microwave

The KTBC-1201K from Kete Microwave is an RF Circulator that operates from 6 to 18 GHz. It can handle forward input power of up to 10 W, provides more than 10 dB isolation, and has an insertion loss of less than 1.5 dB. It is available in a module that measures 19 x 20 x 13 mm and has SMA-female connectors. This circulator is suitable for commercial, military, and space applications.
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Data Link
L/S/C-Band Short-Range Digital Data Link for Small/Tactical Platforms
Data Link  from Elbit Systems

The StarLite SR from Elbit Systems is an Advanced Short-Range Digital Data Link that has been specifically designed for small/tactical platforms. It is a multi-band communication solution that operates in L-band, S-band, and C-band frequencies (as per the customer’s request). It delivers an output power of 28 dBm with a data rate of up to 8 Mbps over a range of 70 km.
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Antenna
2.4/5/6 GHz Flexible PCB Antenna for Wi-Fi 6E/7 Applications
Antenna  from Antenova

The SRF3W077 from Antenova is a Flexible PCB Antenna for Wi-Fi 6E/7. It covers the 2.4-2.5 GHz, 4.9-5.9 GHz, and 5.925-7.125 GHz bands. This linearly polarized antenna provides a peak gain of 4.4 dBi and has an efficiency of up to 70%. It is available in a self-adhesive mount package that measures 30.00 x 8.00 x 0.15 mm with a 1.13 mm diameter RF cable and I-PEX MHF connector.
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GNSS Anti-Jamming Solution
GPS Anti-Jam Solution for SWaP-C Constrained Military Applications
GNSS Anti-Jamming Solution  from Mayflower Communications

The NavGuard® 420 from Mayflower Communications is a High Integrity Global Navigation System (HI-GAINS) GPS Anti-Jam Solution. It leverages operationally proven MAGNA GPS Anti-Jam solutions which have been integrated by multiple US Military and Government Agency platforms. This 4-channel anti-jamming solution utilizes a fully integrated CRPA antenna with integrated AJ electronics.
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RF Amplifier
GaAs pHEMT Low-Noise Amplifier MMIC from 2 to 30 GHz
RF Amplifier  from Mini Circuits

The AVA-0233LN+ from Mini-Circuits is a Low-Noise Amplifier MMIC that operates from 2 to 30 GHz. It provides a gain of more than 12.7 dB with a noise figure of less than 4.8 dB and has a P1dB of 16.4 dBm. This GaAs pHEMT distributed amplifier requires a DC supply of 5 V and consumes less than 92 mA of current. It is available in a military-standard surface-mount QFN package that measures 5 x 5 mm with RF ports internally matched to 50 ohms.
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RF Switch
30 W GaN SP3T Switch from 2 to 11 GHz
RF Switch  from Qorvo

The QPC2511 from Qorvo is a GaN SP3T Switch that operates from 2 to 11 GHz. It has a switching speed of less than 50 ns and provides 20 dB of isolation. The switch can handle an input power of 30 W while transmitting, an input power of 10 W while receiving, and has an insertion loss of 1.5 dB. It is fabricated using Qorvo’s QGaN15 0.15um GaN on the SiC production process and requires a control voltage of 0/-30 V.
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RF Amplifier
Space-Qualified X-Band MMIC Low-Noise Amplifier from 8 to 12 GHz
RF Amplifier  from Teledyne e2v HiRel Electronics

The TDLNA001013 from Teledyne e2v HiRel Electronics is a Three-Stage Low Noise Amplifier that operates from 8 to 12 GHz. It delivers a saturated output power of 15 dBm (@9.6 GHz) with a gain of 26 dB and has a noise figure of less than 2.5 dB. The LNA is based on 0.15 µm InGaAs pHEMT Technology and can handle an RF input power of +10 dBm.
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Vector Network Analyzer
2/4 Port Benchtop mmWave Network Analyzer from 500 Hz to 110 GHz
Vector Network Analyzer  from Keysight Technologies

The N5290A from Keysight is a 2/4 Port PNA mmWave Network Analyzer that operates from 500 Hz to 110 GHz. This VNA is part of the high-performance PNA family from Keysight. On the production line, the PNA network analyzers deliver the throughput and repeatability needed to transform great designs into competitive products.
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Block Up Converter
Ku-Band Block-Up Converters from 13.75 to 14.50 GHz
Block Up Converter  from Amplus Communication

The AM-9343 Series from Amplus Communication are Ku-Band Block Up-Converters that up-convert an input frequency from 950 – 1700 MHz to an output frequency from 13.75 – 14.50 GHz. They have a conversion gain of 58 dB, a P1dB of more than 4 W, and an RF output noise density of -160 dBm/Hz in the receiver band. These BUCs require a DC supply from 13 to 28 V and consume less than 65 W of power.
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RF Transistor
300 W RF GaN Power Transistor from 2400 to 2500 MHz
RF Transistor  from NXP Semiconductors

The MRF24G300HS from NXP is an RF Power GaN Transistor that operates from 2400 to 2500 MHz. It provides an output power of 300 W with a gain of 15.2 dB and an efficiency of 73% while operating over a 50 V supply. This device is suitable for use in CW, pulse, cycling and linear applications. The transistor is available in a surface mount package and is ideal for plasma generation, lighting and Industrial heating applications.
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RFID Antenna
Rugged Low-Profile FCC/ETSI RFID Antenna
RFID Antenna  from Zebra

The AN520 from Zebra is a Rugged RFID Antenna that is suitable for indoor and outdoor environments. This right-hand circular polarized antenna provides 5.5 dBic of gain and has a VSWR of 1.4:1. It operates from 902 to 928 MHz for FCC and 865 to 868 MHz for ETSI. The antenna has a 3 dB beamwidth of 115° in both planes and an axial ratio of 2 dB.
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SATCOM Antenna
1.3 Meter Flyaway VSAT from 7.25 to 31 GHz
SATCOM Antenna  from L3Harris Technologies

The Hawkeye 4 Lite from L3Harris Technologies is a Flyaway VSAT with a Tx frequency range from 7.9 to 31 GHz and an Rx frequency range from 7.25 to 21.2 GHz in the X, Ku, and Ka bands. It has a 1.3 m parabolic aperture carbon fiber antenna that is circular/linearly polarized and delivers an EIRP of up to 59.9 dBW.
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