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17 April, 2019 - everything RF Newsletter

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Date: 17 April, 2019
 
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New RF & Microwave Products this Week
RF & Microwave Circulator
3400 to 3600 MHz Single-Junction SMT Circulator

RF & Microwave Circulator from Skyworks Solutions

The SKYFR-001657 from Skyworks is a single-junction, surface-mount circulator that operates from 3400 to 3600 MHz. The compact, high-performance device can handle an input power of up to 15 watts and has a low insertion loss of 0.25 dB. This robust lead circulator is ideal for 5G massive MIMO, small cell, wireless infrastructure, and power-amplifier applications.
 
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Tunable Filter
Tunable Low-Pass Filter from 3.95 to 6.9 GHz

Tunable Filter from Analog Devices

The HMC882A is a tunable MMIC low-pass filter that has an user-selectable cutoff frequency (f3dB), which can be varied from 3.95 to 6.9 GHz by applying a single analog tuning voltage between 0 V and 14 V. This low-pass filter has a low insertion loss of 3 dB, return loss of 13 dB, and over 20 dB of stopband attenuation at 1.28 x f3dB GHz.
 
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RF Variable Attenuator
8-Channel Digital Attenuator from 0.2 to 6 GHz

RF Variable Attenuator from Vaunix

The LDA-906V-8 from Vaunix is a highly accurate, bidirectional, 8-Channel Digital Attenuator that operates from 0.2 to 6 GHz. It has a step size of 0.1 dB and typical accuracy <0.25 dB over a 90 dB of control range. This lab brick can handle up to 26 dBm of input power. This Digital Attenuator is a portable USB powered device that is sized to fit into a single rack unit for ATE applications.
 
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RF Transistor
700 W High Power RF LDMOS FET from 1.2 to 1.4 GHz

RF Transistor from Wolfspeed, A Cree Company

The PTVA127002EV-V1 from Wolfspeed is an RF LDMOS FET that operates from 1.2 to 1.4 GHz. It provides a peak output power of 700 W and a gain of 16 dB with a drain efficiency of 56%. The device is available in a thermally-enhanced package with bolt-down flange and is ideal for use in power amplifier applications.
 
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TCXO
28.8 MHz, High Stability Sine Wave TCXO

TCXO from Dynamic Engineers

The TCXO911BT-28.8MHz-A-V from Dynamic Engineers is a high stability TCXO with a frequency of 28.8 MHz. This TCXO requires a supply voltage of 3.3 V and provides a Sine Output waveform with a stability of 0.2 ppm and phase noise of less than -140 dBc/Hz @ 1 KHz. It is available in a compact package that measures 11.4 x 9.6 x 2.8 mm. This TCXO can be used in a wide range of applications including mobile radio and communication equipment.
 
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RF Amplifier
19 dBm Power Amplifier from 40 to 60 GHz

RF Amplifier from Spacek Labs

The SPU-20-20W is an MMIC-based, power amplifier that operates from 40 to 60 GHz. It provides an output power of 19 dBm with a gain of 20 dB while operating from a supply voltage of 8 to 12 VDC. The PA has WR-19 UG 383/U Mod flanges at the Input/output ports. It has an integrated heat sink with a DC fan, which can be removed when being integrated.
 
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RF Amplifier
Solid State High Power Amplifier from 26.5 to 40 GHz

RF Amplifier from Exodus Advanced Communications

The AMP3132A from Exodus Advanced Communications is a solid state high power amplifier that operates from 26.5 to 40 GHz. It delivers an output power of more than 15 watts with a gain of over 52 dB and has a noise figure of less than 12 dB. This Class AB linear GaAs amplifier requires a supply voltage of 8 VDC and consumes 32 A of current. It is available in a module with 2.92 mm (K-type) female connectors.
 
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ADF7242
Analog Devices ADF7242 IEEE 802.15.4 GFSK/FSK 2.5 GHz Transceiver
ADI’s ADF7242 global 2.4 GHz ISM transceiver supports IEEE 802.15.4-2006 2.4 GHz PHY requirements and proprietary GFSK/FSK/GMSK/MSK modulation schemes in both packet and data streaming modes. It’s compliant with the FCC CFR47 Part 15, ETSI EN 300 440, ETSI EN 300 328, and ARIB STD T-66 standards. Click here to learn more.
 
 
 
RF Amplifier
30 W LDMOS Power Amplifier from 2620 to 2690 MHz

RF Amplifier from Empower RF

The PCM5M5OGJ (SKU 7112) from Empower RF is a 30-watt solid state power amplifier that operates from 2620 to 2690 MHz. It delivers a gain of 42 dB with low distortions, and excellent group delay and phase linearity. This amplifier provides excellent performance and long term reliability by using Direct Injection Pre-distortion, advanced matching networks and combining techniques (Doherty Design), EMI/RFI filters, machined housings, and qualified components.
 
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DLVA
0.2 to 2.5 GHz SDLVA with 65 dB Dynamic Range

DLVA from Planar Monolithics Industries

The SDLVA-0120-70-0225 from PMI is a successive log detection video amplifier (SLDVA) that operates from 0.2 to 2.5 GHz. It has a dynamic range of 65 dB, a TSS of -65 dBm and a nominal video bandwidth of 20 MHz. The SDLVA is available in a module and is ideal for high speed channelized receiver applications.
 
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Power Divider
2-Way GPS DC Blocking Power Divider from 0.6 to 6 GHz

Power Divider from MECA

The DC802-2-3.300WWP from MECA is a 2-way GPS DC blocking power divider that operates from 0.6 to 6 GHz. It has an insertion loss of under 1.3 dB, isolation of over 17 dB and exceptional amplitude & phase balance of 0.3 dB & 5 degrees. The power divider can handle an input power of up to 30 watts. It is available in a module with SMA female connectors.
 
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Power Divider
8-Way Power Divider from 6 to 18 GHz

Power Divider from UMCC

The PD-NS00-8S from UMCC is an 8-way power divider that operates from 6 to 18 GHz. It has an insertion loss of under 2.2 dB, isolation of over 18 dB and can handle an average input power of up to 10 watts. The device is available in a module with SMA female connectors.
 
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Directional Coupler
6 dB SMT Directional Coupler from 5 to 1000 MHz

Directional Coupler from MiniRF

The CPA-1001-56H from MiniRF is a Surface Mount Directional Coupler that operates from 5 to 1000 MHz. It provides a coupling of 6.5 dB with a directivity of 15 dB and insertion loss of 1.9 dB. This small, low-cost surface mount coupler is matched to 50 ohms at the ports and has a return loss of 18 dB. It can be used in a wide range of wireless and communication systems.
 
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Frequency Multiplier
2x Frequency Multiplier from 10 to 20 GHz

Frequency Multiplier from Wright Technologies

The ASX40B-217 from Wright Technologies is a frequency doubler with an input frequency of 10 to 20 GHz and output frequency from 20 to 40 GHz. It provides an output power of over 17 dBm when driven by a single DC bias supply. This device has a harmonics of -20 dBc and spurious of -60 dBc. It is available in a module with SMA, 2.9 mm and 2.4 mm connector options.
 
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Waveguide Isolator
71 to 76 GHz Faraday Isolator

Waveguide Isolator from HXI

The HMI12-387-73.5-5.0 from HXI is an isolator that operates from 71 to 76 GHz. This ferrite based junction isolator provides an isolation of over 19 dB with an insertion loss of less than 1 dB. It can handle up to 0.5 Watts of power with a VSWR of 1.5:1. This isolator has been specifically designed for the matching and protection of E-band radios, radars and testing systems. It has a WR-12, UG-387/U waveguide interface.
 
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ADALM-PLUTO
Analog Devices ADALM-PLUTO Active Learning Module
ADI’s ADALM-PLUTO is the ideal learning tool/module for radio frequency (RF), software defined radio (SDR), and wireless communications. Each ADALM-PLUTO is capable of full duplex transmit and receive capabilities and comes with two GSM antennas, covering 824-894 MHz and 1710-2170 MHz. Click here to learn more.
 
 
 
RF Module
Ultra Small Dual Band WiFi 11a/b/g/n+Bluetooth 5.0 Module

RF Module from Murata

The Type 1LV from Murata is an ultra small, 2.4 & 5 GHz WiFi 11a/b/g/n + Bluetooth 5.0 Module. It is based on Cypress CYW43012 combo chipset which provides up to 72.2 Mbps PHY data rate on Wifi and 3 Mbps PHY data rate on Bluetooth. The module also supports Bluetooth 4.2 features, LE Secure Connections, LE Privacy 1.2 and LE Data Packet Length Extension.
 
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RF Transceiver
High-performance Sub-1 GHz Transceiver for Narrowband Systems

RF Transceiver from Texas Instruments

The CC1120 from TI is a fully integrated Sub-1 GHz RF transceiver designed for Industrial, Scientific, and Medical (ISM) applications and Short Range Device (SRD) frequency bands at 164 to 192 MHz, 274 to 320 MHz, 410 to 480 MHz, and 820 to 960 MHz. It has an excellent receiver sensitivity of -123 dBm at 1.2 kbps, -110 dBm at 50 kbps and a low phase noise of -111 dBc/Hz at 10 kHz offset.
 
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Cellular Module
5G NR Sub-6 GHz module for IoT and M2M Applications

Cellular Module from Quectel

The RM500Q from Quectel is a 5G NR sub-6 GHz module, compliant with 3GPP Release 15 specifications and capable of both 5G standalone (SA) and non-standalone (NSA) modes of operation. This module supports LTE Category 22 connectivity with integrated GNSS and eSIM. It optimized specially for IoT/eMBB applications and is ideal for global deployment.
 
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GNSS Module
GPS Module with an Integrated Antenna

GNSS Module from OriginGPS

The ORG1410 from Origin GPS is an ultra-compact GPS module with an integrated antenna for cost-sensitive applications. This miniature multi-channel GPS receiver with support for SBAS, QZSS and other regional overlay systems, continuously tracks all satellites in view, providing real-time positioning data in the industry standard NMEA format.
 
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RFID Tag
902 to 928 MHz UHF RFID Tag for On-Metal Asset Tracking

RFID Tag from Avery Dennison

The AD-454r6-P from Avery Dennison is an ISO-18000-6C, EPC Class 1 Gen 2 UHF RFID tag that operates from 902 to 928 MHz (Globally). It has been developed using the Impinj Monza R6 chip. This RFID tag measures 2.75 x 0.75 inches and has an EPC memory of 128/96 bits, USER memory 32/64 bits and TID memory of 48 bits. It is ideal for on-metal asset tracking applications.
 
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RF Spectrum Analyzer
Spectrum Analyzer from 10 Hz to 44 GHz with 200 MHz Analysis Bandwidth

RF Spectrum Analyzer from Rohde & Schwarz

The R&S FSV3000 is a signal and spectrum analyzer that operates from 10 Hz to 4, 7.5, 13.6, 30 or 44 GHz. It has an analysis bandwidth up to 200 MHz and an SSB phase noise of –107 dBc/Hz at a 10 kHz offset. The analyzer can measure EVM values better than 1 % for a 100 MHz signal at 28 GHz. With frequency coverage up to 44 GHz, this analyzer is ideal for analyzing 5G NR signals.
 
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RF Spectrum Analyzer
Remote Controlled Real Time Spectrum Analyzer from 8 kHz to 8 GHz

RF Spectrum Analyzer from Narda Safety Test Solutions

The SignalShark 3320 is a Real-Time Spectrum Analyzer that operates from 8 kHz to 8 GHz. It is capable of detecting, analyzing and classifying a wide range of signals, as well as locating the source of transmissions using either automatic direction finding or TDOA (time difference of arrival) techniques.
 
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Limiter
Coaxial RF Limiter from 30 to 3000 MHz

Limiter from Lotus Communication Systems

The LIM30M3G is an RF limiter that protects against ESD and input power surges over a frequency range of 30 to 3000 MHz. It limits an input power range from 12 to 30 dBm to 11.5 dBm at the output. The limiter has a low insertion loss of 0.23 dB and a recovery time of 10 nsec. It is available in a small 1-1/8 x 15/16 x 0.59 inches shielded RF enclosure and is ideal for stabilizing RF outputs, reducing amplitude variations and protecting LNA in hostile environments.
 
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