1. everything RF
  2. RF Newsletters
more
PREV 20 Feb, 2023 NEXT

Latest News & White Papers this Week

20 Feb, 2023 Newsletter - everything RF

Top stories this week. View it in your browser

 
Weekly Edition
Date: 20 Feb, 2023
 
Sponsored by IMS 2023
 
 
Latest News this Week
RF Front-End Market Witnessing Increased Competition with New 5G Features Driving Innovations - Yole
Ericsson and Qualcomm Partner to Deliver 4CC Uplink for 5G mmWave Mobile Networks - Ericsson
Arctic Semiconductor (Formerly SiTune) Ships its First 5G RF Chipset, IceWings - Arctic Semiconductor
Keysight to Showcase Advanced Solutions to Accelerate the Wireless Evolution at MWC Barcelona 2023 - Keysight Technologies
Rocket Lab Releases New Software Defined Radio for the Global Small Satellite Market - Rocket Lab
Rohde & Schwarz Helps Verify 5G RedCap for Leading Chipset Manufacturers - Rohde & Schwarz
Amphenol to Open Europe’s First Open RAN Active Antenna Test Center Featuring MVG’s Measurement System - Amphenol Antenna Solutions
Nokia, DOCOMO, and NTT Make Two Key Advances Towards 6G - Nokia
US Navy Selects CAES to Support Engineering Services, and Repair of Antenna Array Panel Assemblies - CAES
Signal Hound Adds RF Mapping Features to its Spike Spectrum Analyzer Software - Signal Hound
Marki Microwave Bolsters its Product Portfolio with the Addition of 85 New Products in 2022 - Marki Microwave
CommScope Shipped More than 1 Million RF Amplifiers to Top Cable Operators in 2022 - CommScope
More News
New White Papers & Articles
Assessing 5G Radar Altimeter Interference for Realistic Instrument Landing System Approaches - Remcom
Inductors as RF Chokes - Coilcraft
Considerations for Creating Microwave and Millimeter-wave Automated Test Systems - Vaunix
The Future of Wi-Fi in Low-Power IoT Devices - Silicon Labs
Transceiver with Scalable Power and Performance: A Solution to Mission Critical Communications - Analog Devices
More Whitepapers
Sponsored by IMS
IMS
See Yourself at IMS! Register Now!
The IEEE MTT-S IMS2023 is the must-attend event for the microwave and RF community. In one week, you can gain the knowledge you need to achieve your professional goals for the entire year. Join us in San Diego, CA., 11-16 June 2023, and discover The Coolest Ideas Under the Sun! Register Now!
Upcoming Event
Event Image
MWC Barcelona 2023
Date: 27 Feb to 2 March, 2023
Location: Barcelona, Spain
More Events
Featured Products this Week
Down Converter
Microwave Down-converters from 0.5 to 18 GHz
Down Converter  from Mercury Systems

The RFX-3100 Series from Mercury Systems are Microwave Down-converters that convert an input frequency from 0.5 – 18 GHz to an output frequency from 1 – 1.5 GHz. These converters have a tuning resolution of 10 kHz and provide a gain of up to 30 dB in 1 dB steps. They provide an image rejection of more than 60 dB and have spurious levels better than -70 dBm.
Download Datasheet Product Details
Front End Module
Tx/Rx Amplifier Module for LTE2500-TDD Applications from 2496 to 2690 MHz
Front End Module  from Inspower

The ILA1011 from Inspower is a Tx/Rx Module for LTE2500-TDD applications that consists of an LDMOS Power Amplifier, a Tx/Rx switch, and a low noise amplifier. It operates from 2496 to 2690 MHz, has a bandwidth of 194 MHz, and delivers an output power of 5 W with a small signal gain of 45 dB in the Tx path.
Download Datasheet Product Details
RF Amplifier
350 W Solid State Power Amplifier from 1 to 4 GHz
RF Amplifier  from Exodus Advanced Communications

The AMP2090A-1LC from Exodus Advanced Communications is a Solid-State Power Amplifier that operates from 1 to 4 GHz. It delivers a saturated CW output power of more than 350 W with a power gain of 56 dB. This SSPA is based on a Class A/AB linear design and is equipped with high-power advanced technology to offer high efficiency, reliability, and ruggedness.
Download Datasheet Product Details
Power Divider
3-Way, 50 W Power Divider with Inbuilt DC Block from 0.698 to 2.7 GHz
Power Divider  from MECA

The DC803-4-1.700V from MECA is a 3-Way Power Divider/Combiner that operates from 0.698 to 2.7 GHz. It can handle an input power of up to 50 W, has an insertion loss of less than 0.9 dB, and provides 20 dB of isolation. This power divider has an inbuilt DC block with a DC voltage handling capacity of 50 V. It has an amplitude balance of ±4 dB and a phase balance of ±6°.
Download Datasheet Product Details
Butler Matrix
4x4 Butler Matrices from 0.5 to 8.0 GHz
Butler Matrix  from APITech

The 8401 Series from APITech are 4x4 Butler Matrices that operate from 0.5 to 8.0 GHz. They can handle an input power of up to 5 W (~37 dBm), have an insertion loss of less than 12 dB and provide more than 11 dB of isolation. These butler matrices are based on a compact modular microstrip design and construction and have a phase accuracy of ±20°.
Download Datasheet Product Details
RF Switch
SP65T Absorptive PIN Diode Switch from 0.1 to 4 GHz
RF Switch  from American Microwave Corporation

The MSN-65DT-051-DEC-MP from American Microwave Corporation is an SP65T Absorptive PIN Diode Switch that operates from 100 MHz to 4 GHz. It has an ON/OFF switching time of less than 150 ns, a rise/fall time of 50 ns, and provides isolation of more than 45 dB. This switch can handle a CW input power of up to +20 dBm and has an insertion loss of less than 15 dB.
Download Datasheet Product Details
Sponsored by IMS 2023
 
 
RF Transceiver
Up/Down Converter IC from 24 to 30 GHz for 5G Applications
RF Transceiver  from Anokiwave

The AWMF-0210 from Anokiwave is an IF Up/Down Converter IC with an RF frequency from 24 to 30 GHz supporting n258, n257, and n261 5G bands. It has a flat wideband IF & RF response and high Rx linearity. This converter includes Tx single-sideband up-conversion and Rx image-reject down-conversion functionality.
Download Datasheet Product Details
RF Up-down Converter
Up-down Converter from 24 to 44 GHz for 5G and Beamforming Applications
RF Up-down Converter  from thinkRF

The UD Box 5G Dual from thinkRF is an RF Up-down Converter with an RF frequency from 24 to 44 GHz and an IF frequency from 0.01 to 14 GHz. It has an adjustable LO frequency of 24 to 44 GHz with a resolution of 0.01 MHz. This up-down converter has an integrated mixer and internal LO with low phase noise PLO with optional filters.
Download Datasheet Product Details
Direction Finding System
Spectrum Monitoring and Radiolocation System from 8 kHz to 8 GHz
Direction Finding System  from Rohde & Schwarz

The R&S®UMS400 from Rohde & Schwarz is a Universal Monitoring System that operates from 8 kHz to 8 GHz (can be extended up to 20 GHz). It can be used for outdoor spectrum monitoring and radiolocation of sporadic interferers. This monitoring system supports signal measurements in line with ITU Recommendations and can be integrated into monitoring systems running the R&S®ARGUS spectrum monitoring software or other control software easily.
Download Datasheet Product Details
RF Amplifier
Low Noise Amplifier MMIC with Adjustable Gain Control from 2 to 20 GHz
RF Amplifier  from Qorvo

The TGA2526 from Qorvo is a GaAs Low Noise Amplifier MMIC that operates from 2 to 20 GHz. It delivers a saturated output power of 22 dBm with a small signal gain of 17.5 dB and has a noise figure of less than 4.5 dB. This LNA is designed using Qorvo’s standard 0.15 um Power pHEMT production process and features adjustable gain control (AGC). It requires a DC supply of 5 V and consumes less than 100 mA of current.
Download Datasheet Product Details
Front End Module
Wi-Fi 6E Front-End IC from 5 to 7 GHz for Mobile Devices
Front End Module  from NXP Semiconductors

The WLAN7202C from NXP Semiconductors is a Wi-Fi 6E Front-End IC that operates from 5.15 to 7.125 GHz. It includes a power amplifier with a logarithmic power detector, a low noise amplifier (LNA), and a single pole double throw (SPDT) switch. The IC also includes coexistence filters for both transmit and receive channels. It is matched to 50 ohms and integrates harmonics and out-of-band filtering, which minimizes the layout area in the application.
Download Datasheet Product Details
Magnetron
1 MW Coaxial Magnetron from 2.7 to 2.9 GHz for Radar Applications
Magnetron  from Communications & Power Industries

The VMS1610 from Communications & Power Industries is a Coaxial Magnetron that operates from 2.7 to 2.9 GHz. It delivers a peak output power of 1 MW, an average output power of 1.1 kW with a duty cycle of 0.0012, and maximum pulse width of 2.0 µs. This magnetron can be mounted directly into new and existing sockets and can be operated under various pulse and input conditions to accommodate wide-ranging operating requirements.
Download Datasheet Product Details
Attenuator Matrix
Rack-Mount 6x6 Attenuator Matrix from 700 to 2700 MHz
Attenuator Matrix  from Bonn Hungary Electronics (BHE)

The BUAW12 from Bonn Hungary Electronics is a 6x6 Attenuator Matrix that operates from 700 to 2700 MHz. It can direct high frequency signals from the six input ports to any of the six output ports while attenuating the signals of interest. This attenuator matrix has an attenuation range from 50 to 110 dB in 1 dB steps on all possible path combinations.
Download Datasheet Product Details
Radar Target Simulator
Modular Automotive Radar Test System from 23 – 26/75 – 82 GHz
Radar Target Simulator  from dSPACE

The DARTS 9030-MS from dSPACE is an Automotive Radar Test System that operates from 23 to 26 GHz or 75 to 82 GHz. It has a bandwidth of 1200 MHz and a test range from 1.8 to 1000 m in 6 cm steps. This radar test system is based on industry-proven radar echo technology for testing radar sensors used in civilian vehicles and provides excellent signal resolution, precise range, and speed simulation making it possible to precisely define the size of objects.
Download Datasheet Product Details
NFC Reader
NFC Reader Module with Read Range of 25 mm
NFC Reader  from Sony Semiconductor Israel

The RC-S660/S from Sony Semiconductor Israel is an NFC Reader Module that operates at a frequency of 13.56 MHz. It delivers a data rate of up to 424 kbps and has a read range of approximately 25 mm. This NFC module requires a DC supply of 3.3 V and consumes less than 140 mA of current. It supports ISO/IEC 1809, ISO/IEC 14443 Type A/Type B, ISO/IEC 15693, and FeliCa communication methods and has an API-compatible Card Command Library.
Download Datasheet Product Details
RF Variable Attenuator
Rugged Temperature Variable Attenuators from 27 to 32 GHz
RF Variable Attenuator  from Smiths Interconnect

The K2TVA Series from Smiths Interconnect are Temperature Variable Attenuators that operate from 27 to 32 GHz. They are available in attenuation values from 3 to 6 dB with 1 dB increments and accuracy of ± 0.5 dB. The attenuators have a Temperature Coefficient of Attenuation (TCA) of -0.005 & -0.007 dB/dB/°C. They can handle an average input power of 200 mW and have a VSWR of less than 1.4:1.
Download Datasheet Product Details
VNA Calibration Kit
2.92 mm Precision VNA Calibration Kits from DC to 40 GHz
VNA Calibration Kit  from Maury Microwave

The 2Z-073 from Maury Microwave are 2.92 mm VNA Calibration Kits that operate from DC to 40 GHz. These kits support Fixed Load SOLT and Characterized Device (CD) SOLT calibration methods. They are designed for 1-port and 2-port VNA calibration validation for well-matched and mismatched DUTs by comparing the S-parameters of user-characterized and factory-characterized verification standards, with or without measured uncertainty boundaries.
Download Datasheet Product Details
RF Transceiver
Tri-Band Sub-6 GHz 2x2 MIMO Transceiver for 5G NR Applications
RF Transceiver  from Metanoia Communications Inc.

The MT3812 from Metanoia is a Tri-Band 5G Sub-6 GHz 5G-NR Transceiver with support for 2x2 MIMO. It has a scalable architecture that can help in building higher-density applications by using multiple instances of the chip. The transceiver supports 50 to 200 MHz channel bandwidth (BW) in the TX mode and 20 to 200 MHz channel BW in the RX mode.
Download Datasheet Product Details
Base Station Antenna
8-Port Panel Antenna from 690 - 960 / 1710 - 2690 MHz
Base Station Antenna  from Radio Frequency Systems

The APXVB3L26B-C-I20 from RFS World is an 8-Port Panel Antenna that operates from 690 to 960 MHz (2 ports) and 1710 to 2690 MHz (6 ports). In the lower band (690 – 960 MHz), it provides a gain of 17 dB and has a VSWR of 1.5:1. It has an azimuth beamwidth (3 dB) from 67.3° to 69.3°, a vertical beamwidth (3 dB) from 6.9° to 7.8° and allows an electrical downtilt from 2 to 11°.
Download Datasheet Product Details
Base Station Antenna
90° MIMO Sector Antenna from 4.4 to 5 GHz
Base Station Antenna  from L-COM

The HG4450-14DP-090 from L-Com is a 90° MIMO Sector Antenna that operates from 4400 to 5000 MHz. This dual-polarized antenna provides a gain of 14 dBi and has a VSWR of 2:1. It provides port-to-port isolation of 25 dB and has a front-to-back ratio of more than 20 dB. The antenna has a horizontal beamwidth of 90° and a vertical beamwidth of 15°.
Download Datasheet Product Details
Frequency Synthesizer
2672.5 MHz Rugged Fixed Frequency Synthesizer
Frequency Synthesizer  from EM Research

The LT-2672-02 from EM Research is a Fixed Frequency Synthesizer that generates an output signal of 2672.5 MHz using an external 100 MHz reference. The signal has an output power of 15 dBm and phase noise of less than -120 dBc/Hz at 100 kHz offset. The synthesizer has spurious levels less than -65 dBc and harmonics lower than -20 dBc.
Download Datasheet Product Details
GNSS Module
Miniature M-Code GPS Receiver
GNSS Module  from BAE Systems

The Miniature PLGR Engine – M-Code (MPE-M) GPS Receiver from BAE Systems is capable of receiving existing operational GPS signals along with the newer M-Code signal. It delivers geolocation and precise positioning capabilities for space-constrained applications while providing increased security and anti-jam capabilities.
Download Datasheet Product Details
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.
Download Datasheet Product Details
RF Connector
0.35mm-Pitch Flex-to-Board PCB Receptacle for 5G mmWave Applications
RF Connector  from MOLEX

The 2153600064 from Molex is a 0.35mm-Pitch Flex-to-Board PCB Receptacle that is designed for 5G mmWave applications. It can handle up to 1 A of current per contact and has a 50 V (RMS) maximum voltage rating. This receptacle has a durability of up to 10 mating cycles. It is available in a surface-mount embossed tape on the reel package and measures 2.30 x 0.60 mm.
Download Datasheet Product Details
Bias Tee
50 V, 0.75 A Bias Tee from 30 kHz to 40 GHz
Bias Tee  from Sigatek

The SB51D2 from SigaTek is a Bias Tee that operates from 30 kHz to 40 GHz. It can handle a DC voltage of up to 50 V and a DC current of 0.75 A. This bias-tee provides more than 30 dB of isolation and has an insertion loss of less than 2.8 dB. It is available in a module that measures 1.200 x 0.630 x 0.500 inches and has 2.92 mm (female) connectors.
Download Datasheet Product Details
About everything RF
everything RF is a website for the RF & Microwave Industry. We provide the latest news, information on new product releases, white papers, articles, interviews and much more.
To unsubscribe please click here[Sender_Name]
[Sender_Address], [Sender_City], [Sender_State], [Sender_Zip]