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Date: 29 April, 2024
 
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Latest News this Week
Rohde & Schwarz Launches New R&S SMB100B Analog Microwave Signal Generator from 8 kHz to 40 GHz - Rohde & Schwarz
Aaronia Patents its Additive IQ stream Compression Solution that Enables Selective Output of IQ Data Streams - Aaronia AG
COMROD Communication Acquires Majority Share of Triad RF Systems - Triad RF Systems
Micro-Ant Develops Switched-Beam Electronically Steerable Antennas for Maritime, Aviation, and Defense - Micro-Ant
Empower RF Offering Power Amplifier Solutions for Counter-UAS Systems to Prevent Drone Threats - Empower RF
Syntonics Has Developed an Ultra-Wideband Sniper Projectile Detection Radar (SPiDR) for Military Helicopters - Syntonics
Tektronix' New SignalVu Spectrum Analyzer Software Allows Analysis of up to Eight Simultaneous Signals - Tektronix, Inc.
Silicon Labs Introduces New Family of Ultra-Low Power Wireless SoCs for Energy Harvesting Applications - Silicon Labs
Keysight, Synopsys, and Ansys Introduce New RF Design Migration Flow from TSMC's N16 to N6RF+ Process - Keysight Technologies
Ampleon Has Developed an Ultra-Wideband Doherty Power Amplifier Reference Design for DVBT Applications - Ampleon
New Power Amplifier Startup Wants to Take on the likes of Qualcomm, Broadcom and Skyworks
Narda-MITEQ Offers a Wide Range of RF / Microwave Products for Space Flight Missions - Narda-MITEQ
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Development Tactics and Techniques for Small Form Factor RF Signal Recorders - Mercury Systems
Optimizing High-Rejection LTCC Filter Performance in Co-Planar Waveguide Implementations - Mini Circuits
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IoT Satellite Connectivity Enabled by Small Ceramic Chip Antennas Case Study - KYOCERA AVX
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Featured Products this Week .
RF Amplifier
250 W Class A/AB Solid-State Power Amplifier from 2 to 8 GHz
RF Amplifier  from Exodus Advanced Communications

The AMP2085E-1LC from Exodus Advanced Communications is a Solid-State Power Amplifier (SSPA) that operates from 2 to 8 GHz. It delivers a CW/Pulsed saturated output power of more than 250 W with more than 54 dB of gain and a gain adjustment range of 20 dB. This SSPA is based on a Class A/AB linear design delivering high power over an instantaneous S/C-band bandwidth.
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RF Amplifier
50 W Power Amplifier for Test & Measurement Applications from 2 to 18 GHz
RF Amplifier  from Maury Microwave

The MPA-2G-18G-50 from Maury Microwave is a GaN Power Amplifier that operates from 2 to 18 GHz. It delivers a saturated CW output power of 50 W with a small signal gain of more than 49 dB and provides high linearity for wideband communications testing. This amplifier uses a state-of-the-art GaN process and has integrated protection circuitry.
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Antenna Measurement System
Turnkey OTA Antenna Test Systems for Far-Field Measurements from 18 to 220 GHz
Antenna Measurement System  from Copper Mountain Technologies

The OTA Antenna Test Systems from Copper Mountain Technologies are designed for measuring 5G or mmWave antennas. They can perform far-field measurements with a frequency range of 18 to 54 GHz (coaxial) and 50 to 220 GHz (waveguide). These turnkey systems include a benchtop compact anechoic chamber that can accommodate DUTs measuring 40 x 200 x 110 mm and weighing up to 1 Kg.
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Power Divider
4-Way Power Divider/Combiner from 0.5 to 8 GHz
Power Divider  from MECA

The 804-4-4.250 from MECA is a 4-Way Power Divider/Combiner that operates from 0.5 to 8 GHz. It can handle an input power of up to 30 W, provides more than 16 dB of isolation and has an insertion loss of less than 2.8 dB. This power divider/combiner has a VSWR of 1.20:1, an amplitude balance of ±0.6 dB and a phase balance of less than ±12°.
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RF Inductor
High Q Square Air Core Inductors from 27 to 47 nH
RF Inductor  from Coilcraft

The 111SQ from Coilcraft is a Square Air Core Inductors series with exceptionally high quality factors up to 200 at 400 MHz. They are available in inductance values from 27 to 47 uH and have an SRF of between 2.2 and 2.6 GHz. The inductors have solder-coated leads to ensure excellent solderability and have a flat top and bottom for easy placement via pick and place machines.
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Front End Module
Low-band Tx-Rx Front-End Module for 2G/3G/4G (LTE-A) Applications
Front End Module  from Skyworks Solutions

The SkyOne® SKY78191-21 from Skyworks is a Low-band Tx-Rx Front-End Module for 2G/3G/4G mobile devices. It consists 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 for Bands 8, 12, 20 and 26.
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Analog Phase Shifter
400° Analog Phase Shifter from 5 to 18 GHz
Analog Phase Shifter  from Analog Devices

The HMC247 from Analog Devices is a 400° Analog Phase Shifter die that operates from 5 to 18 GHz. The phase shift is controlled via an analog control voltage from 0 to +10V. The device provides a continuously variable phase shift from 0 to 300 degrees at 9 GHz, and 0 to 100 degrees at 18 GHz, with consistent insertion loss versus phase shift.
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RF Switch
Reflective SP5T Switch from 2 to 18 GHz
RF Switch  from Quantic PMI (Planar Monolithics)

The P5T-218-60-R-25DBM-SFF from Quantic PMI is a Reflective SP4T Switch that operates from 2 to 18 GHz. It has a switching speed of less than 100 ns and provides an isolation of 60 dB. This switch can handle a CW input power of up to 25 dBm and has an insertion loss of 3.2 dB. It is available in a radial module that measures 0.97 (Dia.) x 0.37 (H) inches with SMA-female connectors and requires a DC supply of +5 and -15 V.
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Data Link
Rugged 4-Channel High-Power Radio from 2.2 to 2.5 GHz
Data Link  from Triad RF Systems

The THPR1055 from Triad RF Systems is a 4-channel High-Power Radio that operates from 2200 to 2500 MHz. It combines Silvus Streamcaster SC4410-235-O OEM form-factor radio with Triad’s high-power RF subsystems in a low SwaP package. This radio consists of RF components such as bidirectional amplifiers (BDAs), RF filtering, and control circuitry to achieve higher RF output power, greater throughput, and greater link distances than standalone radios.
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RF Amplifier
GaAs MMIC Power Amplifier from 26.5 to 29.5 GHz for Wireless Infrastructure Applications
RF Amplifier  from CML Microcircuits

The CMX90A702 from CML Microcircuits is a three-stage GaAs MMIC Power Amplifier that operates in the 5G FR2 band from 26.5 to 29.5 GHz. This power amplifier delivers an output P1dB of 26.7 dBm, a small signal gain of 22.5 dB, and a Power Added Efficiency (PAE) of 28%. It requires a DC supply of +4 V and consumes 182 mA of current.
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Band Pass Filter
5.9 GHz XBAW Filter for Automotive/C-V2X Applications
Band Pass Filter  from Akoustis

The A10159 from Akoustis is a 5.9 GHz XBAW Filter that meets the coexistence requirements for C-V2X and DSRC standards. It is designed to enable coexistence with Wi-Fi and 5G bands. This filter has low passband insertion loss and enables high-power handling capabilities that establish long-range connectivity for modern wireless communication applications.
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RF Amplifier
400 W X-Band GaN Pulsed Solid State Power Amplifier
RF Amplifier  from Diamond Microwave

The DM-X400-02 from Diamond Microwave is an X-band GaN pulsed solid-state power amplifier that operates from 8200 MHz to 9500 MHz. It delivers an output power of 400 Watt. The PA has a pulse width up to 100 µs and a duty cycle up to 15% with a rise/fall time below 50 ns. It is available in a module that measures 150 x 220 x 41 mm with N-type female connector and is ideal for use in demanding defence, aerospace and communications applications.
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Antenna
Electrostatically Shielded Passive Loop Antenna from 1 kHz to 30 MHz
Antenna  from AH Systems Inc

The SAS-563P from A.H. Systems is an Electrostatically Shielded Passive Loop Antenna that operates from 1 kHz to 30 MHz. This antenna is shielded against electric components by enclosing the conducting loop within an all-metal shield. This balanced Faraday metal shield ensures that it is producing or measuring just the magnetic component of the radiated energy.
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RF Amplifier
10.5 W LDMOS + GaN Doherty Power Amplifier Module from 3.4 to 3.6 GHz
RF Amplifier  from NXP Semiconductors

The A5M35TG140-TC from NXP Semiconductors is a Doherty Power Amplifier Module that operates from 3400 to 3600 MHz. It delivers an output power of 10.5 W with a gain of 30.5 dB and a power-added efficiency of 47.5%. This 2-stage power amplifier module has an LDMOS-based driver amplifier and a GaN final stage amplifier.
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RF Mixer
71 to 76 GHz and 81 to 86 GHz E-Band Mixer with Integrated LO
RF Mixer  from Spacek Labs

The M80-5X2B from Spacek is an E-band mixer covering the two radio bands of 71 to 76 GHz and 81 to 86 GHz. The mixer includes an integrated LO doubler with which the device only requires an input signal of 39 GHz. This mixer can also be supplied with a phase-locked-source. It has a conversion loss of 6-10 dB, an IF Frequency of 2 to 8 GHz and input P1dB of -6 dBm.
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RF Test Set
Test Application Software for FR1/FR2 5G Including RedCap and NTN
RF Test Set  from Keysight Technologies

The S8711A UXM 5G Test Application from Keysight is a software interface for the UXM One Box Tester to analyze 5G NR chipsets and devices. It is an interactive real-time testing tool that covers the full chipset and device development workflow from early prototype testing through integration and verification.
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RF Power Meter & Sensor
True RMS Waveguide Power Sensor from 50 to 75 GHz
RF Power Meter & Sensor  from LadyBug Technologies

The LB5975W from LadyBug Technologies is a True RMS Power Sensor that operates from 50 to 75 GHz. It has a dynamic range from -50 dBm to +18 dBm and provides accurate power measurements of up to +18 dBm or 63 mW (continuous/pulsed) on any modulated signal with any modulation type. This power sensor can measure up to 384 samples per measurement and has a measurement time of less than 38.4 ms per average.
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GPS/GNSS Antenna
Automotive-Grade Multi-Constellation GNSS PCB Antenna from 1559 to 1610 MHz
GPS/GNSS Antenna  from KYOCERA AVX

The A1001011 from KYOCERA AVX is an Automotive-Grade GPS/GNSS Antenna that operates from 1559 to 1610 MHz. This antenna provides a peak gain of 1 dBi and has an average efficiency of more than 41%. It supports GPS, GLONASS, BEIDOU, and GALILEO constellations in the L1/ G1/B1/E1 bands.
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Direction Finding System
Portable Direction Finding and Spectrum Monitoring System from 500 MHz to 8 GHz
Direction Finding System  from CRFS

The RFeye Array 125 from CRFS is a fully integrated, multi-mission direction-finding system for fixed, vehicle, or transportable applications with simultaneous DF, monitoring, and geolocation capability. It operates from 500 MHz to 8 GHz with 100 MHz of Instantaneous bandwidth. This is a fully integrated plug-and-play system containing a high-performance RFeye Node, spiral antenna modules, and high-speed switch and is available with an optional IP65 radome and mounting kit.
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RF Shielded Test Enclosure
Bench-Top RF Shield Box from 20 MHz to 12 GHz
RF Shielded Test Enclosure  from RF Electronics

The HDRF-1970-C from RF Electronics is an RF Shield Box for the frequency range from 20 MHz to 12 GHz. It has a thick RF-absorbing foam that deadens standing waves and reflections to provide more than 130 dB of isolation (at 20 MHz – 1 GHz). The test box has shielded power filters for powering devices placed inside the box while blocking all wireless signals. It is designed and developed for WLAN, and wireless device testing.
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SATCOM Terminal
Low-Profile Ka-Band AESA SATCOM Terminals for Space/Air/Ground Platforms
SATCOM Terminal  from CesiumAstro

The Ka-Band SATCOM Terminals from CesiumAstro operate from 17.7 to 21.2 GHz (Rx) and 27.5 to 31 GHz (Tx). These high throughput multi-beam antenna solutions deliver always-on connectivity to space, air, and ground platforms. They have flat-panel active phased array antennas (AESA) that provide reliable, high-speed throughput with no moving parts.
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Software Defined Radio
Modular Software-Defined Radio Platform from 70 MHz to 6 GHz
Software Defined Radio  from Alén Space

The TREVO from Alen Space is a Modular Software Defined Radio Platform that operates from 70 MHz to 6 GHz. It employs SoCs based on the Zynq UltraScale+ family and multi-core processing and FPGA flexibility. This SDR platform’s motherboard can handle different numbers of SoC and transceivers, integrating in a single subsystem all the radio chain and processing units to support the most demanding satellite software applications.
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SATCOM Terminal
Ka/Ku-Band, Integrated and Portable SATCOM-on-the-Move Terminal
SATCOM Terminal  from Get SAT Ltd

The MICRO SAT LW from Get SAT is a Portable On-the-move SATCOM Terminal that is suitable for use in unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). It operates in the Ku-band from 10.7 to 12.75 GHz (Rx)/12.75 to 14.5 GHz (Tx) or in the Ka-band from 17.5 to 21.2 GHz (Rx)/27.5 to 31 GHz (Tx). This terminal has an integrated modem, Antenna Control Unit (ACU), BUC (Block Up Converter), tracking sensors, LNB (Low Noise Block) downconverter and a full RF front end.
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Microwave Backhaul Radio Links
10 Gbps Point-to-Point FDD Microwave Link 71 to 86 GHz
Microwave Backhaul Radio Links  from RACOM

The RAy3-80 from RACOM is a Point-to-Point (PtP) Microwave Link that operates in the E-band from 71 to 86 GHz. It supports channel bandwidths of up to 2000 MHz and delivers a data rate of up to 10 Gbps (in each direction). This microwave link supports FDD duplex traffic with flexible duplex spacing and 2PSK, 4PSK, 8PSK, 16QAM, 32QAM, 64QAM, and 128QAM modulation schemes.
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