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5 June, 2019 - everything RF Newsletter

RF & Microwave industry updates.

 
Date: 5 June, 2019
 
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New Products at IMS 2019
RF Switch
100 Watt SPDT Switch from 0.3 to 3.8 GHz

RF Switch  from Skyworks Solutions

The SKY12245-492LF from Skyworks is a compact, high-power SPDT switch that operates from 0.3 to 3.8 GHz with an integrated driver circuit for TD-LTE applications. It has an insertion loss of 0.2 dB and an isolation of 45 dB. The switch can handle up to 100 watts (38 dBm) of power. The switch can be tuned to specific RF bands within the range of 0.3 to 3.8 GHz by modifying external SMT components.
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RF Variable Attenuator
DC to 20 GHz Voltage Variable Attenuator

RF Variable Attenuator  from Custom MMIC

The CMD285C3 is a GaAs MMIC absorptive Voltage Variable Attenuator (VVA) that operates from DC to 20 GHz. The VVA uses two analog control voltages varied between -5V and 0V to control the RF signal levels over an attenuation range of 35 dB. It has a low insertion loss of 3.2 dB at 10 GHz and is matched to 50 ohms, eliminating the need for RF port matching.
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RF Spectrum Analyzer
9 kHz to 26.5 GHz Handheld Analyzers for 5G and EW Testing

RF Spectrum Analyzer  from Keysight Technologies

The FieldFox B-series from Keysight are multi-purpose, handheld microwave analyzers that provide precise measurements from 9 kHz to 26.5 GHz. They deliver measurement precision and bandwidth up to 100 MHz for wide-band, real-time spectrum analysis to enable 5G testing in the field.
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Vector Network Analyzer
Low-Cost Vector Network Analyzers from 1 MHz to 8/20/43.5 GHz

Vector Network Analyzer  from Anritsu

The ShockLine MS46322B series from Anritsu has three economy Vector Network Analyzers that operate from 1 MHz to 8/20/43.5 GHz. These 2-port VNAs are available in a self-contained, compact, and rugged 2U chassis that includes the power supply and computer. The ShockLine VNAs provide a powerful graphical user interface (GUI) for manual testing of devices. The full-featured user interface is enabled by attaching a (user-supplied) touchscreen monitor, keyboard, and mouse.
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Signal Generator
High Performance Analog Signal Generator up to 20 GHz

Signal Generator  from Rohde & Schwarz

The R&S SMA100B from Rohde & Schwarz is a powerful analog signal generator with a frequency range up to 20 GHz. It can generate signals with very low phase noise and low harmonics while delivering a high output power. The device can provide high-level signals with extremely low, close-in phase noise of less than -152 dBc at 1 GHz and less than -132 dBc at 10 GHz, each at 20 kHz offset.
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RF Transceiver
10 Gbps E-band Transceiver for 5G Applications

RF Transceiver  from Filtronic

The Morpheus from Filtronic is a high-performance E-Band Transceiver with fully integrated 71-76 GHz and 81-86 GHz modules. It has been developed as a turn-key solution for ultra-high capacity data links - supports 10 Gbps and fronthaul for C-RAN (Centralized Radio Access networks). Each module contains all the transmit and receive functions necessary for the RF section of an E-band link and provides a simple connection to a high data rate full duplex modem.
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Spectrum Analyzer
20 GHz Headless RF Spectrum Analyzer from Signal Hound
The SM200A is an affordable, compact and capable spectrum analyzer for a range of applications from IoT and 5G to military, aerospace, automotive and radar. A sustained sweep speed of 1 THz/s and ultra-low phase noise means the SM200A introduces only 0.1% error to EVM measurements. Tuning from 100 kHz to 20 GHz, the analyzer has an instantaneous bandwidth of 160 MHz and a high dynamic range of 110 dB. Ready to ship for $11,900! Click here to learn more.
 
Band Pass Filter
36 to 42 GHz Cavity Band Pass Filter

Band Pass Filter  from Anatech Electronics

The AE39000B11561 from Anatech Electronics is a Cavity Band Pass Filter with a passband from 36 to 42 GHz. The filter has an insertion loss of under 1.5 dB and more than 45 dB of rejection above and below the passband. It can handle up to 5 watts of power and is available in a module that measures 40 x 16 x 11 mm with 2.92 mm female connectors.
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RF Switch
SP16T Switch from 0.1 to 52 GHz

RF Switch  from Planar Monolithics Industries

The P16T-100M52G-100-T-DEC from Planar Monolithics is an SP16T absorptive switch from 0.1 to 52 GHz. It has an insertion loss of 18 dB and an isolation of 70 dB. The switch has a switching time of 100 ns and can handle up to 20 dBm of power. It requires -12 to +5 volts of supply voltage with TTL control and has a VSWR of 3.5:1. The switch is available in a module that measures 8.0 x 3.0 x 0.65 inches with 2.4 mm female connectors.
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RF Amplifier
8 kW Pulsed Power Amplifier from 2.9 to 3.5 GHz

RF Amplifier  from Empower RF

The 2214 is a Solid State Broadband High Power Amplifier that operates from 2.9 to 3.5 GHz. This amplifier consists of multi-drawer integrated subsystems that produce more than 8 kW of peak pulsed output power with a gain of 70 dB. The amplifier subsystem features multiple high power GaN devices that provide wide frequency response, high gain, high peak power capability, and low distortions.
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RF Amplifier
50 W Solid State Power Amplifier from 1 to 6 GHz

RF Amplifier  from AR RF/Microwave Instrumentation

The 50HM1G6AB-47 from AR RF/Microwave Instrumentation is a compact hybrid power amplifier module that operates from 1 to 6 GHz. When used with a sweep generator, it provides an output power of more than 40 watts with a gain of 48 dB and excellent flatness, noise figure, and low intermodulation distortion.
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RF Amplifier
100 kHz to 50 GHz Wideband Distributed Amplifier

RF Amplifier  from MACOM

The MAAM-011238 is a wideband amplifier that operates from 100 kHz to 50 GHz. The amplifier provides gain of 14 dB with a noise figure of 5 dB and 18.5 dBm of P3dB output power at 30 GHz. It requires a positive bias voltage and can be operated with a 6 V supply while consuming 135 mA of current. This amplifier is available in a 5 x 5 mm SMT package and is suitable for a wide range of applications in instrumentation and communication systems.
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RF Amplifier
10 W GaN Amplifier MMIC from 37 to 43 GHz

RF Amplifier  from OMMIC

The CGY2651UH/C1 from OMMIC is a GaN Power Amplifier that operates from 37 to 43 GHz in the K-Band. This GaN MMIC amplifier provides an output power of 40 dBm with a 30% PAE @ its saturated output power. This amplifier requires a 12 V supply and is ideal for Radar, Telecommunication and Space applications. It is also well positioned for 5G Applications in the 39 GHz Band.
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RF Amplifier
10 W GaN Power Amplifier from 32 to 38 GHz

RF Amplifier  from Qorvo

The TGA2222 is an MMIC GaN power amplifier that operates from 32 to 38 GHz. This amplifier provides more than 10 watts of saturated power with a power gain of over 16 dB and PAE of 22%. It has DC blocking capacitors on both RF ports, which are matched to 50 ohms. The amplifier is available as a die that measures 3.43 x 2.65 x 0.05 mm and is ideal for both commercial and military applications like radar, satcom, EW and space communications.
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RF Switch
SPDT Switch from DC to 60 GHz

RF Switch  from Teledyne Relays

The InP1012 from Teledyne is a monolithic, reflective SPDT active RF switch that operates from DC to 60 GHz. It has an insertion loss of 3.7 dB, a return loss of 26 dB and provides an isolation of 69 dB. The switch has a switching time of less than 100 ns and can handle up to 21.8 dBm of power.
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RF Variable Attenuator
0 to 60 dB Programmable Attenuator from DC to 40 GHz

RF Variable Attenuator  from SAGE Millimeter

The STA-0004036010-2F2F-P7 from SAGE Millimeter is a coaxial programmable attenuator that operates from DC to 40 GHz. It has an attenuation range from 0 to 60 dB with 10 dB steps. The attenuation bias and control are via a 10 pin (2x5) 0.1" pin spacing shrouded male connector to accommodate remote operations.
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RF Cable Assembly
Low PIM Cable Assemblies for LTE, 4G and 5G Systems

RF Cable Assembly  from Santron

The SRX Series of Cable Assemblies have been developed to address the low PIM requirements of cellular base station and in-building system designers who are working on LTE 4G and 5G systems. This series includes cabinet integration, short cable runs or jumper applications, long-haul cable runs, indoor use, outdoor use, riser, and plenum environments. Interconnect options include SMA, N, 7/16, TNC and mini-DIN (4.1/9.5) connectors.
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Laminate
Very Low Loss FR-4 Process Compatible Laminate for mm-Wave Frequencies

Laminate  from Isola Group

The Astra MT77 laminate materials from Isola have been designed for commercial RF/microwave printed circuit designs. They feature a dielectric constant (Dk) that is stable between -40°C and +140°C at up to W-band frequencies. Test data in the datasheet has been provided up to 20 GHz. Astra MT77 offers an ultra-low dissipation factor (Df) of 0.0017, making it a cost-effective alternative to PTFE and other commercial microwave laminate materials.
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Laminate
3.3 Dk Low Loss, Spread Glass Reinforced Laminates

Laminate  from Rogers Corporation

The RO4835T laminates from Rogers Corporation are 3.3 Dk, low loss, spread glass reinforced, ceramic filled thermoset materials designed for inner-layer use in multilayer board designs. These laminates have excellent Dk tolerance, and a tight thickness control for outstanding, repeatable wireless performance.
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RF Spectrum Analyzer
Low Cost, Real Time Spectrum Analyzer from 100 kHz to 20 GHz

RF Spectrum Analyzer  from Signal Hound

The SM200B from Signal Hound is a high-performance RF spectrum analyzer and monitoring receiver that operates from 100 kHz to 20 GHz. The analyzer has 160 MHz instantaneous bandwidth (IBW) calibrated I/Q capture, available through block transfer of a 2-second I/Q buffer over USB 3.0 to the PC. This added 2-seconds of segmented I/Q capture memory, with advanced triggering options such as frequency mask triggering (FMT) plus user-specified pre and post-trigger, satisfies the ever-increasing analysis bandwidth demands of the wireless industry. This allows the device to be used for 5G, and radar applications.
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RF Amplifier
DC to 24 GHz GaAs MMIC pHEMT Self-Biased Distributed Power Amplifier

RF Amplifier  from Microsemi

The MMA052PP45 is a GaAs MMIC pHEMT distributed self-biased amplifier that operates from DC to 24 GHz. The amplifier provides a gain of 14 dB with a noise figure of 3.5 dB and an output IP3 of 35 dBm at 10 GHz. It operates over a 10 V supply while drawing 235 mA of current. It is available in a 4.5 x 4.5 mm plastic QFN package and is ideal for test instrumentation, wideband military and space applications.
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OCXO
10 MHz Ultra Low Phase Noise OCXO

OCXO  from NEL Frequency Controls

The O-CEX-XSXXYY-X-E-X-10.000 MHz from NEL Frequency Controls is an OCXO that operates at 10 MHz. It provides an extremely low phase noise of -148 dBc/Hz at a 10 kHz offset with a 14 dBm sine-wave output. The OCXO requires a 5/12 V supply and has low G-sensitivity of 0.1 ppb/G. It is available in a 36 x 27 mm surface mount package and is ideal for radar, GPS, Instrumentation and telecommunication system applications.
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Voltage Controlled SAW Oscillator
Ultra-Low Jitter VCSO from 800 MHz to 3.2 GHz

Voltage Controlled SAW Oscillator  from Vectron International

The VS-800 from Vectron is a Voltage Controlled SAW Oscillator (VCSO) that provides output frequencies from 800 MHz to 3.2 GHz. It has an internal multiplier circuit deployed for output frequencies above 1.6 GHz. The VCSO is capable of achieving 6fs-RMS jitter performance over the offset bandwidth of 12 kHz to 20 MHz.
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