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Date: 29 May, 2023
 
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Latest News this Week
Maury Microwave to Acquire the Wireless Telecom Group - Maury Microwave
Apple Signs Multibillion-Dollar Deal with Broadcom for US-Made 5G RF Components - Broadcom
Amplitech Introduces GaAs pHEMT-Based Low Noise Amplifier MMICs for 5G, Quantum Computing and SATCOM - AmpliTech
ART-Fi Develops Disruptive Measurement Technology for Precise Measurement of Antenna Radiations - ART-FI
Finwave's Innovative 3DGaN Technology Boosts Linearity to Drive Next-Gen Transistors and Amplifiers - Finwave
mmTron Introduces Low Noise, High Linearity Digital-to-Analog Converter (DAC) Interface IC - mmTron Inc
ATEC Expands its ISO 17025 Accreditation Scope to Include E-Field Probes and RF Signal Generators - Advanced Test Equipment Rentals
FCC Opening up the 12 GHz Band for Satellite and Terrestrial Wireless Services - Federal Communications Commission
DARPA Selects Umbra to Develop Advanced Synthetic Aperture Radar Capabilities for US National Security - DARPA
Spike Software from Signal Hound Now Supports Red Hat's Enterprise Linux 8 OS for Spectrum Analysis - Signal Hound
Qualcomm Approves R&S Signal Generators and Analyzers for its O-RAN Compliant 5G RAN Platforms - Rohde & Schwarz
Aerostar UAV Now Conducts RF Signal Detection, Capture and Geolocation Using CRFS’ RFeye Ecosystem - CRFS
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New White Papers & Articles
Commercial Oven-Controlled Crystal Oscillators for LEO Space Applications - Quantic Wenzel (Wenzel Associates, Inc.)
Quartz vs. MEMS Oscillator Performance - ECS Inc. International
SOSA and VITA Working Together for Next-Gen Defense Systems - Mercury Systems
Simplify Antenna Calibrations Using SDR with RF PLL Phase Synchronization Feature in Massive MIMO and Phased Array Systems - Analog Devices
An Introduction to Passive Radar Systems - Rohde & Schwarz
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Featured Products this Week
Low Noise Block
X-Band Low Noise Block Downconverter from 7.75 to 8.50 GHz
Low Noise Block  from AmpliTech

The APT5-LNB-XBAND from AmpliTech is a Low Noise Block Downconverter that converts an input RF frequency from 7.75-8.50 GHz to output IF frequency from 800-1550 MHz. It provides over 56 dB of gain and has an output P1dB of more than 15 dBm. The LNB has a VSWR of less than 1.7:1, provides image rejection of above 30 dB, and has a phase noise density of -128 dBc for a 1 MHz frequency offset.
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RF Variable Attenuator
63.5 dB Programmable Step Attenuator from 0.1 to 18 GHz
RF Variable Attenuator  from JFW Industries

The Model 50P-2101 from JFW Industries is a Solid-State Programmable Attenuator that operates from 0.1 to 18 GHz. It has seven individually controlled attenuation steps: 0.5 dB, 1 dB, 2 dB, 4 dB, 8 dB, 16 dB and 32 dB to cover a total attenuation range of 0 to 63.5 dB. The attenuator operates bi-directionally and can handle up to 24 dBm of power at the input port and 15 dBm of power at the output port.
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RF Amplifier
100 W Solid-State Power Amplifier from 26.5 to 40 GHz
RF Amplifier  from Exodus Advanced Communications

The AMP4066A-1LC from Exodus Advanced Communications is a Solid-State Power Amplifier that operates from 26.5 to 40 GHz. It delivers a CW/pulsed saturated output power of 100 W with a power gain of more than 50 dB. This Class A/AB linear design amplifier is equipped with built-in protection circuits to prevent short-circuit-related damages and provides extensive monitoring of parameters such as VSWR, power (Watts and dBm), voltage, current, and temperature.
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Diplexer
Diplexers from 71-76/81-86 GHz for Commercial and Military Applications
Diplexer  from Filtronic

The Hades Series from Filtronic are Active Diplexers that operate in the E-Band from 71 to 76 and 81 to 86 GHz. They can be configured to incorporate a range of GaAs and/or InP amplifiers in both the Tx and Rx chain and include the option to power combine 2 GaAs PAs to deliver market-leading linear Tx powers for long-range terrestrial and non-terrestrial E-Band communications.
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RF Test Socket
94 GHz GT Elastomer BGA Sockets for High Bandwidth Applications
RF Test Socket  from Ironwood Electronics

The GT Elastomer Sockets from Ironwood Electronics are BGA Sockets for high bandwidth applications up to 94 GHz. They support pitches from 0.2 mm to 1.27 mm with force per contact of 25-60 grams and can withstand over 1000 insertion/extraction cycles. These RF sockets are available in Polyimide (Cirlex) housing with proprietary silver alloy contact and are ideal for IC prototype, system testing, and field upgradeable system design applications.
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Front End Module
Multimode, Multiband 2G/3G/4G Front-End Modules for Mobile Devices
Front End Module  from Skyworks Solutions

The SKY78185-11/21 from Skyworks Solutions are Front-End Modules that are designed for multimode, multiband 2G/3G/4G mobile devices. They consist of a low-band 3G/4G PA block, low and high-band 2G PA blocks, a silicon controller containing the MIPI RFFE interface, RF band switches, antenna switches, a bi-directional coupler, and integrated filters.
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RF Spectrum Analyzer
100 kHz to 20 GHz Spectrum Analyzer with 10GbE Ethernet Interface
RF Spectrum Analyzer  from Signal Hound

The SM200C from Signal Hound is a Spectrum Analyzer and Monitoring Receiver that operates from 100 KHz to 20 GHz with a 10 Gigabit Ethernet SFP+ port to enable communication with a PC over long distances using a fiber optic cable. This high-performance device provides 160 MHz of instantaneous bandwidth I/Q streaming over 10GbE.
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Direction Finding System
Dual-Channel Direction Finding and Spectrum Monitoring System from 9 kHz to 18 GHz
Direction Finding System  from CRFS

The RFeye Array 300 Series from CRFS is an intermediate-sized spectrum monitoring and direction-finding system for vehicle-mounted deployment or fixed installations. The Array 300 uses a unique multi-layer approach that is more sophisticated and versatile than traditional direction finding. High-performance spiral directional antenna modules are optimized for different frequency bands and arranged in multiple orientations.
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RF Spectrum Analyzer
Compact and Cost-Efficient Spectrum Analyzers from 9 kHz to 6 GHz
RF Spectrum Analyzer  from Rohde & Schwarz

The R&S FSC Series from Rohde & Schwarz are Spectrum Analyzers that operate from 9 kHz to 6 GHz. They are designed to cover a wide range of applications from simple development tasks to production and can be used for training RF professionals. These cost-efficient spectrum analyzers include various features for simplifying and speeding up the development and testing of various RF products.
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Low Pass RF Filter
GaAs Lowpass Filter MMIC with Passband from DC to 17 GHz
Low Pass RF Filter  from Marki Microwave

The MFLP-00005PSM from Marki Microwave is a Passive Lowpass Filter MMIC with a passband from DC to 17 GHz. It has a passband insertion loss of 0.5 dB and provides a stopband rejection of more than 30 dB (from 22 to 40 GHz). This LPF uses GaAs MMIC technology to develop smaller filters that replace larger form factor circuit board constructions.
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V2X Module
DSRC and C-V2X Module for Automotive Applications
V2X Module  from Murata

The Type 2AN from Murata is a V2X Module that supports both Dedicated Short-Range Communications (DSRC) and Cellular V2X (C-V2X) standards. It is based on IEEE 802.11p (DSRC) and 3GPP Release 14/15 (C-V2X) standards and uses two Autotalks chipsets (CRATON2 IC and PLUTON2) for V2X communication that support both V2V as well as V2I communication modes.
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GNSS Module
GNSS Modules for Automotive Applications with Lane Identification for ADAS
GNSS Module  from u-blox AG

The ZED-F9K Series from u-blox are Automotive GNSS Modules that provide high precision dead reckoning with integrated IMU sensors. They are based on the u-blox F9 GNSS platform which provides continuous decimeter-level positioning accuracy. These modules support BeiDou, Galileo, GLONASS, GPS/QZSS constellations, and both L1/L2/E5B and L1/L5 bands for maximum flexibility, satellite availability, and security.
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Cellular Module
Low-Power LTE Cat NB2 NB-IoT + GNSS Industrial Modules
Cellular Module  from STMicroelectronics

The ST87M01 Series from STMicroelectronics are LTE Cat NB2 NB-IoT and GNSS Industrial Modules. They are based on 3GPP Release 15 and support worldwide / regional LTE and GNSS bands. These modules have embedded IoT internet protocols with single-tone/multi-tone/extended TBS and 2 HARQ schemes and also include support for eDRX, PSM, and differential FOTA.
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Front End Module
Tx/Rx Module with Integrated SPDT Switch and LNA from 1 to 6 GHz
Front End Module  from MACOM

The MAMF-011164 from MACOM is a Front End Module that operates from 1 to 6 GHz. It consists of an antenna switch and a dual-stage low-noise amplifier. In Tx mode, this module has an insertion loss of 0.3 dB and a P1dB of 40 dBm. In Rx mode, it provides a gain of 35 dB and has a noise figure of less than 1.3 dB.
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Integrated Microwave Assembly
Frequency Up/Down Converter from 0.5 to 18 GHz
Integrated Microwave Assembly  from Cobham Advanced Electronic Solutions

The Model 3U from Cobham Advanced Electronic Solutions (CAES) is a frequency Up/Down Converter that operates from 0.5 to 18 GHz. This SOSA-aligned, conduction cooled, VPX RF Payload Card, provides one channel for up conversion, one channel for down conversion, and a synthesizer in a single, 3U slice. It has been designed to be an RF front end for electronic warfare, ELINT and electronic support/surveillance/attack.
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Radar Sensor
X-Band 4D AESA Radar for Air/Surface Surveillance with 180 Km Range
Radar Sensor  from Thales

The NS50 from Thales is a 4D Active Electronically Scanned Array (AESA) Surveillance Radar that operates at X-Band frequencies. It provides highly accurate 4D target information required for rapid acquisition by Fire Control Systems, for fire control of short-range “fire and forget” Surface-to-Air-Missile Systems, and for fire control of ship-borne artillery against surface targets.
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RF Amplifier
10 W, Rugged Power Amplifier from 1.3 to 7 GHz for COFDM Applications
RF Amplifier  from SVP Aerospace

The PA from SVP Aerospace is a Power Amplifier that operates from 1.3 to 7 GHz. It delivers an output power of up to 10 W and has an ACPR of -32 dBc. This amplifier provides harmonics suppression of more than 60 dB and includes reverse voltage, reverse RF, overvoltage, fan failure/overheat protection, and open/short protection on RF ports.
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RFID Tag
UHF On-Metal RFID Inlay for Item-Tagging
RFID Tag  from TAGEOS

The EOS-232 U8 from TAGEOS is an On-Metal RFID Inlay for item-level tagging and inventory. It is based on NXP’s UCODE 8 IC which features a self-adjust capability, a product status flag for electronic article surveillance (EAS) applications, pre-serialized 96-bit EPC, and a brand identifier. The IC enables long read distance and fast inventory of dense RFID tag population due to high read and write sensitivity and fast encoding speed.
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Power Divider
16-Way Power Divider from 500 to 6000 MHz
Power Divider  from Werbel Microwave

The D-16002 from Werbel Microwave is a 16-Way Power Divider that operates from 500 to 6000 MHz. It can handle an input power of up to 30 W, provides an isolation of more than 16 dB, and has an insertion loss of less than 4.5 dB. The power divider has an amplitude balance of ±1.2 dB and a phase balance of ±16°.
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RF Switch
Silicon-on-Insulator (SOI) SP4T Switch from 100 MHz to 20 GHz
RF Switch  from Analog Devices

The ADRF5050 from Analog Devices is a Non-Reflective SP4T Switch that operates from 100 MHz to 20 GHz. It can handle an input power of up to 2 W (~33 dBm), has an insertion loss of 0.9 dB, and provides 54 dB of isolation. This switch has a rise/fall time of 12 ns, ON/OFF time of 55 ns, and a settling time of 80 ns.
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SATCOM Antenna
Ka-Band SATCOM Antenna from 17.7 to 30 GHz for Aircrafts
SATCOM Antenna  from ThinKom

The ThinAir Ka2517 from ThinKom is a SATCOM Antenna that operates in the Ka-Band from 27.5 to 30 GHz (Tx band) and 17.7 to 20.2 GHz (Rx band). This system supports both geostationary and non-geostationary satellites, providing exceptional network flexibility and consistently high performance for global inflight broadband.
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Microwave Backhaul Radio Links
2x2 MIMO Backhaul Radio from 4.9 to 5.925 GHz
Microwave Backhaul Radio Links  from Proxim

The Edge 1055 from Proxim is a Backhaul Radio that operates from 4.9 to 5.925 GHz. It supports 5, 10, 20, and 40 MHz channel sizes, 2x2 MIMO, and delivers a data rate of up to 294 Mbps. This radio is powered by Proxim’s WORP® that enables efficient wireless broadband access in a packet-based network. It includes an integrated 15 dBi 35-degree dual-polarity antenna and offers external connectors for an extended range.
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Base Station Antenna
4-Port Panel Antenna from 3.3 to 3.8 GHz for Fixed Wireless Applications
Base Station Antenna  from Alpha Wireless

The AW3161-M-F-V2 from Alpha Wireless is a 4-Port Panel Antenna that operates from 3300 to 3800 MHz. This ±45° slant linear polarized antenna provides a gain of up to 17.9 dBi and has a VSWR of less than 1.5:1. It has an azimuth beamwidth of 65°, an elevation beamwidth of 7° and provides an electrical downtilt of up to 10°.
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