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Date: 18 Nov, 2024
 
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Latest News this Week
Ignion Introduces OMNIA mXTEND™ Triple-Radio Chip with Cellular, GNSS, and Wi-Fi/BLE Support - Ignion
Knowles Self-Bias Networks Integrate Source Decoupling and User Selectable Bias Resistance up to 40 GHz - Knowles
Maury Microwave Introduces New Compact Automated Impedance Tuners with an Integrated Coupler - Maury Microwave
Samtec Releases Nitrowave™ High-Performance Microwave Cable Assemblies up to 43.5 GHz - Samtec
u-blox Launches Tri-Radio Module with Support for Dual-Band Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth Low Energy 5.4 and 802.15.4 - u-blox AG
Aim-TTi Releases New Firmware Update to Improve Signal Performance of its RF Signal Generators - Aim-TTi
Pico Technology Introduces 25 GHz Sampler-Extended Real-Time Oscilloscope for Next-Gen Signal Analysis - Pico Technology
JFW Industries Launches 32-Attenuator Assembly for Automated CATV Device Testing - JFW Industries
Forefront RF Secures £16 Million Series A Funding to Power Next-Gen Connectivity Solutions - Forefront
Keysight’s Handheld Signal Analyzers to Support mmWave Frequencies with VDI Frequency Extenders - Keysight Technologies
Rohde & Schwarz Introduces New Entry Level Oscilloscope with Class Leading Specifications - Rohde & Schwarz
Huber+Shuner Introduces Flexible Alternatives to Semi-Rigid Microwave Cables up to 33 GHz - HUBER+SUHNER
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Quartz Crystal Hermeticity and the Relationship to SC-cut Long-Term Reliability - Quantic Croven
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Fixed Attenuator
Surface-Mount Fixed Attenuators from DC to 30 GHz
Fixed Attenuator  from Inmet by Spectrum Control

The PCA3060 Series from Inmet by Spectrum Control are Surface-Mount Fixed Attenuators that operate from DC to 30 GHz. They have an attenuation range from 0 to 10 (1 dB Steps), 12, 15 & 20 dB. These attenuators can handle up to 1 W of average power and have a VSWR of less than 1.5:1. They are designed to reduce the signal power uniformly at different frequencies, temperatures, and power levels.
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RF Inductor
Ceramic Chip Inductors from 0.67 to 100 nH
RF Inductor  from Coilcraft

The 0302CS Series from Coilcraft are Ceramic Chip Inductors with inductance values from 0.67 to 100 nH. They have a high Q-factor of up to 131 (at 2.4 GHz) and an inductance tolerance of 5 to 10%. These inductors have DC resistances of less than 3.26 Ohms and a current rating of up to 1600 mA. They are 20% smaller in size than Coilcraft’s 0402CS inductors. These RoHS-compliant inductors are available in a compact 0805 package size that measures 0.86 x 0.53 mm.
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RF Amplifier
150 W Solid State Power Amplifier from 1 to 6 GHz
RF Amplifier  from Exodus Advanced Communications

The AMP2070A from Exodus Advanced Communications is a Solid-State Power Amplifier that operates from 1 to 6 GHz. It delivers a saturated output power of more than 150 W with a power gain of over 52 dB. The amplifier has a class A/AB linear design and includes built-in protection circuits with extensive monitoring for forward/reflected power, VSWR, voltage, current & temperature sensing for excellent reliability and ruggedness.
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RF Amplifier
Dual Variable Gain Amplifier from 2 to 18 GHz
RF Amplifier  from Quantic PMI (Planar Monolithics)

The PEC-40-25-218-21-12-SFF-TTLVG from Quantic PMI is a Variable Gain Amplifier that operates from 2 to 18 GHz. It features two selectable gain modes: a max gain mode that provides 40 dB of gain and a low gain mode with 25 dB of gain. This variable gain amplifier delivers a saturated output power of 26 dBm and has a noise figure of 3.8 dB in max gain mode and 6 dB in low gain mode.
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Vector Network Analyzer
16-Port VNA from 300 kHz to 9 GHz
Vector Network Analyzer  from Copper Mountain Technologies

The SN0916 from Copper Mountain Technologies is a 16-Port VNA that operates from 300 kHz to 9 GHz. It is also available in 6, 8, 10, 12, 14 port configurations. This VNA can measure all S-parameters. It has a measurement speed of 24 μs and 2 to 500,001 measurement points per sweep. This VNA has a dynamic range of 140 dB and an output power adjustment range of -45 to +10 dBm with a noise floor of less than -138 dBm/Hz.
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90 Degree Hybrid Coupler
3 dB Wirebond Quadrature Hybrid Coupler from 6 to 18 GHz
90 Degree Hybrid Coupler  from Knowles

The FHC10293 from Knowles is a Quadrature Hybrid Coupler that operates from 6 to 18 GHz. This 3 dB coupler provides an isolation of 15 dB and has an insertion loss of less than 1 dB. It can handle a CW input power of 50 W and has a return loss of 15 dB. This hybrid coupler has an amplitude balance of ±1 dB and a phase balance of ±3°.
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Signal Generator
Non-PLL RF Signal Generators from 10 MHz to 6 GHz
Signal Generator  from Boonton

The SGX1000 Series from Boonton are RF Signal Generators that operate from 10 MHz to 6 GHz. They deliver an output power from -50 dBm to +18 dBm with a power resolution of 0.01 dB and have a frequency step size of 0.001 Hz. These signal generators utilize a unique non-phase locked loop (PLL) design with a digital front-end and direct, proprietary back-end.
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Directional Coupler
20 dB Surface Mount Directional Coupler from 8 to 12 GHz
Directional Coupler  from TTM Technologies

The XMC0812F1-20G from TTM Technologies is a Directional Coupler that operates from 8 to 12 GHz. This 20 dB coupler has a directivity of more than 20 dB and an insertion loss of less than 0.50 dB. It can handle an average power of 50 W with a VSWR of 1.22:1 and a peak to average ratio of 12 dB. It is available in a surface mount package that measures 0.2 x 0.125 x 0.24 inches and has operating range of temperature between -55 to 150 Degree C.
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180 Degree Hybrid Coupler
180° Hybrid Coupler from 0.4 to 7.125 GHz
180 Degree Hybrid Coupler  from KRYTAR

The 400407125 from KRYTAR is a 180° Hybrid Coupler that operates from 0.4 to 7.125 GHz. This 3dB coupler has an insertion loss of less than 2.9 dB and an isolation of more than 15 dB. It can handle an average input power of 20 W and a peak input power of 3 kW. This coupler has an amplitude imbalance of ± 0.7 dB and a phase imbalance of less than ± 10°.
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Wireless Chipset
2.4/5 GHz Wi-Fi 6 Companion IC for IoT Applications
Wireless Chipset  from Nordic Semiconductor

The nRF7002 from Nordic Semiconductor is a 2.4/5 GHz Wi-Fi 6 Companion IC for low-power and secure IoT applications. It is designed to provide seamless Wi-Fi connectivity and Wi-Fi-based location (SSID sniffing of local Wi-Fi hubs) alongside Nordic’s existing products. This IC has 1 spatial stream (SS) and a channel bandwidth of 20 MHz.
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Front End Module
2.4 GHz RF Front-End IC for Bluetooth Applications
Front End Module  from CoreHW

The CHW3021 from CoreHW is an RF Front-End (RFFE) IC that operates in the 2.4 GHz ISM Band. It consists of a power amplifier (PA), a low noise amplifier (LNA), an antenna switch, and a built-in chip antenna. The antenna can be swapped to enhance the performance of various wireless devices. On the Tx side, it delivers an output power of 10 to 13 dBm while on the Rx side, it provides a gain of 15 dB and has a noise figure of 1.9 dB.
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RF Amplifier
60 W GaN Power Amplifier from 7.9 to 8.4 GHz
RF Amplifier  from Qorvo

The QPA0708T from Qorvo is a GaN Power Amplifier that operates from 7.9 to 8.4 GHz. It delivers a saturated output power of 48.7 dBm (60 W) with a power gain of up to 37.7 dB and a power-added efficiency of up to 49.4%. This amplifier is fabricated on Qorvo's 0.25 μm GaN on SiC process (QGaN25) and mounted to a high thermal conductivity tab.
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Frequency Synthesizer
Fractional-N PLL Frequency Synthesizer from 16 to 23 GHz
Frequency Synthesizer  from Luff Research, an Ironwave Technologies Company

The SLSM6-1623 from Luff Research is a Single Phase-Locked Loop (PLL) Frequency Synthesizer that generates output signals from 16 to 23 GHz. This synthesizer has a PLL IC, amplifiers, local oscillators with TCXO, an integrator, and a power divider. It delivers an output power of +15 dBm, has a phase noise of less than -88 dBc/Hz (at 10 kHz offset), and has a frequency step size of 1 kHz.
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Waveguide Attenuator
USB-Controlled 50 dB Variable Attenuators from 33 to 500 GHz
Waveguide Attenuator  from Flann Microwave

The Series 024 from Flann Microwave are USB-Controlled Variable Attenuators that operate from 33 to 500 GHz. They have an attenuation range from 0 to 50 dB with a resolution of 0.04 to 0.19 dB and an attenuation flatness of ±10%. These attenuators can handle an input power of up to 230 mW and have an insertion loss of less than 0.7 dB and a VSWR of less than 1.25:1.
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RF Amplifier
InP/GaAs Cryogenic Low-Noise Amplifier from 8.4 to 8.5 GHz
RF Amplifier  from TTI

The TTI-X-CLNA-0808 from TTI is a Cryogenic Low-Noise Amplifier (LNA) that operates from 8.4 to 8.5 GHz. It provides a gain of 40 dB with a noise temperature of less than 3 K (at 12 K). This LNA can withstand extremely low temperatures ranging from 4 to 15 K and is developed using a combination of Indium Phosphide (InP) and Gallium Arsenide (GaAs) technologies to deliver excellent noise temperature performance.
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Wireless Chipset
2.4 GHz Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth Low Energy 5.4 SoC for IoT Applications
Wireless Chipset  from Silicon Labs

The SiWx915 from Silicon Labs is a Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth Low Energy 5.4 SoC that operates at 2.4 GHz. It delivers a data rate of up to 86 Mbps (Wi-Fi) and up to 2 Mbps (Bluetooth). This SoC has a 180 MHz ARM® Cortex®-M4F application MCU, an embedded 672 KB SRAM and an 8 MB flash with optional external PSRAM support.
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RF Amplifier
3-Stage GaN Power Amplifier MMIC from 24 to 27.5 GHz
RF Amplifier  from United Monolithic Semiconductors

The CHA6682-98F from United Monolithic Semiconductors is a 3-Stage GaN Power Amplifier MMIC that operates from 24 to 27.5 GHz. It delivers a saturated output power of 5 W (37 dBm) with a gain of 25 dB and a power-added efficiency of 32%. This amplifier has a return loss of -7 dB (input) and -10 dB (output). It is manufactured on a robust GaN on SiC HEMT process and has an output power detector & integrated ESD RF protection circuitry.
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SATCOM Terminal
Ka-Band VSAT Manpack Terminal from 29.5-30 GHz (Tx) / 19.7-20.2 GHz (Rx)
SATCOM Terminal  from NETA Communications

The MFA60PACK from NETA Communications is a VSAT Manpack Terminal that operates in the 29.5-30 GHz (Tx) and 19.2-20.2 GHz (Rx) frequency bands. It supports YAHSAT, AVANTI, and TURKSAT satellite services and is designed for easy installation with simple connections. This terminal delivers a gain of 41.6 dBi (Rx) and 45.1 dBi (Tx), with an operational elevation range of 5 to 80 degrees and continuous azimuth coverage.
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RF Amplifier
20 W GaN-on-SiC Power Amplifier MMIC from 6 to 18 GHz
RF Amplifier  from WAVEPIA Co,. Ltd.

The WPGM0618020M from WAVEPIA is a GaN-on-SiC Power Amplifier MMIC that operates from 6 to 18 GHz. It delivers a saturated output power of 20.4 W (~43.1 dBm) with a small signal gain of 26.5 dB and has a power-added efficiency (PAE) of 19.4%. This PA is based on GaN-on-SiC technology and requires a DC supply from 28 to 32 V.
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Front End Module
4x4 5G mmWave Antenna Module for Fixed Wireless Access Deployments
Front End Module  from Qualcomm

The QTM567 from Qualcomm is a 4x4 5G mmWave Antenna Module that has been designed for fixed wireless access (FWA) customer premise equipment (CPE). This module is paired with Snapdragon’s X75 modem-RF system and consists of a 5G NR radio transceiver, power management IC, RF front-end components, and phased-array antenna.
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Microwave Absorber
Javelin-Tipped Expanded Polystyrene Absorber from 2.1 to 110 GHz
Microwave Absorber  from Dutch Microwave Absorber Solutions

The MT13-JT from Dutch Microwave Absorber Solutions (DMAS) is an Expanded Polystyrene Absorber that operates from 2.1 to 110 GHz. It is based on a unique Javelin-tipped design that matches the performance of traditional foam absorbers. This absorber delivers stable performance, making it suitable for use in antenna ranges and wireless over-the-air (OTA) test chambers.
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RF Connector
SMPM (Jack) Surface Mount PCB Connector from DC to 26.5 GHz
RF Connector  from Amphenol RF

The 925-196J-51PT from Amphenol RF is an SMPM (Jack) PCB Connector that operates from DC to 26.5 GHz. It can withstand a dielectric voltage of more than 325 V (RMS) and has an insulation resistance of 1000 Mega ohms. This 50-ohm connector can handle an input power of up to 16 W and has a VSWR of less than 1.35:1. It has a gold-plated Brass body with an LCP insulator and a push-on mechanism withstanding over 500 mating cycles.
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RF Spectrum Analyzer
Real-Time Spectrum Analyzer with WR-15 Waveguide Interface from 9 kHz to 70 GHz
RF Spectrum Analyzer  from Aaronia AG

The SPECTRAN V6 ECO XPR 100XA-WR15 from Aaronia AG is a Real-Time Spectrum Analyzer that operates from 9 kHz to 70 GHz and has a WR-15 Waveguide Interface. The waveguide connection allows measurements in the millimeter wave range that are not possible with conventional cables. It is designed to provide a cost-effective development and validation platform for all millimeter-wave applications, including those with the shortest signal transmissions.
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Waveguide Mixer
Sub-Harmonic Waveguide Mixer from 110 to 330 GHz
Waveguide Mixer  from ACST GmbH

The 312F from ACST GmbH is a Sub-Harmonic Waveguide Mixer that operates from 220 to 330 GHz (RF input) and 110 to 165 GHz (LO input). It can handle an LO input power of +9 dBm and an RF input power of up to -10 dBm. This mixer produces an IF output frequency of 0-40 GHz and has a DSB conversion loss of 8 dB. It is based on ACST Schottky mixer technology and can be combined with full-band LOs to build a full-band heterodyne receiver.
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Waveguide Circulator
WR-6.5 Hybrid Circulator from 110 to 170 GHz
Waveguide Circulator  from Micro Harmonics

The HC065F from Micro Harmonics is a Hybrid Circulator that operates from 110 to 170 GHz. It has an insertion loss of 1.2 dB and provides an isolation of more than 17 dB. This circulator can handle an input power of up to 3 W and has a VSWR of 1.40:1. It is based on a patent-pending design and combines an orthomode transducer with a Faraday rotator to achieve the bandwidth of the full waveguide band.
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TCXO
Ruggedized Low Noise MEMS TCXO from 60 to 220 MHz
TCXO  from SiTime

The SiT7202 from SiTime is a Commercial-Off-The-Shelf (COTS) MEMS Temperature Controlled Crystal Oscillator (TCXO) that operates from 60 to 220 MHz. This TCXO’s design eliminates the need for frequency multipliers and offers excellent dynamic stability under airflow, fast temperature ramp, and vibration-prone environments. It ensures no activity dips or micro-jumps and is resilient to board bending.
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Near Field Probe
Near-Field Microprobes for E/H-Field Measurements from 500 kHz to 6 GHz
Near Field Probe  from Langer EMV-Technik

The ICR Series from Langer EMV-Technik are Near-Field Microprobes for electric (E) and magnetic (H) field measurements from 500 kHz to 6 GHz. They are designed to measure the field strengths with very high resolution and sensitivity. These microprobes consist of a pre-amplifier within the probe housing, which is powered by the BT 706 bias tee.
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Tunable Filter
Multi-Tune High/Low Pass Filter from 750 to 1500 MHz
Tunable Filter  from Netcom

The Model 5697 from Netcom is a Multi-Tune Switchable High/Low Pass Filter that operates from 750 to 1500 MHz. It has a highpass cutoff frequency range from 700 to 1250 MHz and a lowpass cutoff frequency range from 790 to 1500 MHz. This tunable fiter has a passband insertion loss of less than 3.5 dB and an out-of-band rejection of more than 15 dB.
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Signal Generator
Wideband IF Vector Signal Generator from 11 to 21 GHz
Signal Generator  from Rohde & Schwarz

The R&S SFI100A from Rohde & Schwarz is an IF Vector Signal Generator (VSG) that operates from 11 to 21 GHz. It can deliver an output power from -90 dBm to +10 dBm with a power resolution of 0.01 dB and a frequency step size of 0.001 Hz. This signal generator satisfies the bandwidth requirements of demanding applications such as early 6G research, mmWave WLAN, and automotive radar.
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Antenna
2.4/5/6 GHz Omnidirectional Monopole Antenna for Wi-Fi Applications
Antenna  from PCTEL

The EMB-910003 from PCTEL is a 2.4/5/6 GHz Tri-Band Monopole Antenna that supports Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and Zigbee connectivity. This vertically polarized antenna is designed for use in multi-antenna platforms where polarization diversity and element-to-element isolation are essential. It has an omnidirectional radiation pattern, making it well-suited for ceiling-mount and high-density deployments such as office spaces and airports.
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