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Latest News this Week
Otava Develops 24-40 GHz 8 Channel Beamformer IC for 5G Applications - Otava, Inc
L3Harris Technologies to Develop Low Band Tactical Jamming System for the US Navy - L3Harris Technologies
Analog Devices Introduces Quadband VCOs with Wideband Capabilities for Microwave Applications - Analog Devices
GaN-on-SiC Expected to Maintain Stronghold in 5G Sub-6 GHz RRH Implementations - Yole
CCI Introduces Tri-Split Beam Antenna to Enhance the Capacity of Macro LTE Networks - Communication Components Inc
octoScope Introduces Automated Wireless Personal Test Instrument for Wi-Fi 6E - octoScope
Epirus Raises $70 Million to Develop Directed Energy Weapons for Defense Applications - Epirus
World’s Smallest All-Digital PLL for Advanced System-on-Chip Devices - Socionext
Skyworks High Power Front-end Module for V2V and V2X Automotive Applications - Skyworks Solutions
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New White Papers & Articles
Mobile Communications Beyond 2020 – The Evolution of 5G Towards Next G - 5G Americas
Using Parallel and Remote Schematic Simulation and Optimization to Reduce Design Time - AWR Corporation
Understanding Reliability in Bluetooth Technology - Bluetooth
Have you Considered the Effects of Mismatch Impedances on the Output of your PA? - NuWaves Engineering
Cost-Effectively Extend the Range of Your Existing RF Analyzer to mmWave 5G Frequencies - thinkRF
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Top 5G Products of 2020
Beamforming IC
24.5 to 27.5 GHz Beamforming IC for 5G-NR Applications

Beamforming IC  from Sivers Semiconductors

The AFEVM2Q 275 from Sivers IMA is a 24.5 to 27.5 GHz Beamformer IC for dual-quad core 5G dual-polarized phased antenna array applications. Due to its flexible control interface, scalability and low power dissipation, it is the perfect choice for 5G NR beamforming applications. This RFIC includes two quad antenna connections, each with RX/TX channels, including integrated RX/TX RF switches.
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Beamforming IC
28 GHz Beamforming Front End IC for 5G Phased Array Antenna Systems

Beamforming IC  from MixComm

The SUMMIT2629 from Mixcomm is a Beamforming Front End IC that operates from 26.5 to 29.5 GHz. Fabricated using RF-SOI, this 8-channel front-end IC is designed to address the challenges constraining 5G mmWave performance. A single SUMMIT 2629 module provides two sets of four channels for two antenna polarizations – a total of eight channels per RFIC.
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Cellular Module
5G Sub-6 GHz Module for NSA/SA Networks

Cellular Module  from SIMCom

The SIM8202G-M2 from SIMCom is a Multi-Band 5G module that supports NSA/SA networking and covers most Sub-6GHz (FR1) frequency bands across major network carriers around the world. The module uses a new 4-antenna design, which effectively increases communication capacity, sends and receives data in an active manner, and maintains high data speed and stability.
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Cellular Module
mm-Wave Antenna Module for 5G Fixed Wireless Access

Cellular Module  from Qualcomm

The QTM527 from Qualcomm is a mmWave Antenna Module designed for 5G fixed wireless access customer premise equipment (CPE). It supports up to 800 MHz bandwidth in the 24.25-27.5, 26.5-29.5 GHz, 27.5-28.35 GHz, and/or 37-40 GHz mmWave spectrum bands. It has an integrated 5G NR radio transceiver, power management IC, RF front-end components, and phased antenna array.
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Front End Module
24.25 to 27.5 GHz GaAs Front End Module for 5G Base Station Applications

Front End Module  from Qorvo

The QPF4010 from Qorvo is a high-performance MMIC front-end module designed for the 5G phased array base stations and terminals that operate in the n258 band (26 GHz). Operating from 24.25 to 27.5 GHz, the device combines a low noise high linearity LNA, a low insertion-loss high-isolation TR switch, and a high-efficiency multi-stage PA.
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RF Amplifier
3.6 to 3.8 GHz LDMOS Amplifier for LTE and 5G Applications

RF Amplifier  from NXP Semiconductors

The AFSC5G37D37 from NXP is a fully integrated Doherty power amplifier module designed for wireless infrastructure applications from 3.6 to 3.8 GHz. This amplifier provides up to 5.7 watts of average output power with a gain of 29.5 dB and an efficiency of 39.3% at 3600 MHz. It requires a 29 VDC supply and is internally matched to 50 ohms.
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RF Test Set
5G Wireless Test Platform

RF Test Set  from Keysight Technologies

The E7515B UXM 5G Wireless Test Set from Keysight is 5G Network Emulation Solution to test 5G devices. It operates from 300 MHz to 6 GHz and has a built-in applications server and two independent 100 MHz RF transceivers that enables multiple cells, UL and DL carrier aggregation, up to 4x2 DL MIMO, and integrated fading.
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Internet of thinks
Top 10 IoT Products in 2020
The number of devices connected to the internet of things (IoT) is growing exponentially each year. This level of growth is expected to increase in the coming years as more companies start to deploy IoT based solutions. everything RF has compiled a list of the Top 10 IoT products that were most popular on the website in 2020. Click here to read more.
 
Antenna/OTA Test System
Compact Range Anechoic Chamber from 600 MHz to 87 GHz

Antenna/OTA Test System  from Anritsu

The MA8172A from Anritsu is a CATR (Compact Antenna Test Range) Anechoic Chamber that can be used from 600 MHz to 87 GHz. It uses the 3GPP-compliant CATR method to implement 5G NR OTA tests in a small space. This unit provides shielding of over 60 dB and can incorporate FR2 In-band x 1, FR2 Link x 2 and LTE Link x 2 antennas.
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Antenna/OTA Test System
OTA Far-Field Antenna System for 5G Module and Device Testing

Antenna/OTA Test System  from Rohde & Schwarz

The R&S ATS800R from Rohde & Schwarz is an OTA Far-field Antenna Test System designed for 3GPP-approved 5G module and device testing in the 5G NR FR2 bands. It supports frequencies from 10 to 87 GHz with a measurement area of 0.8 m2. This system provides far-field over-the-air (OTA) testing based on compact antenna test range (CATR) technology and uses a reflector surface for high quiet zone accuracy of up to 20 cm.
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Antenna/OTA Test System
Antenna Measurement System from 650 MHz to 50 GHz for 5G Test Applications

Antenna/OTA Test System  from Microwave Vision Group

The StarLab 50 GHz from MVG World is an Antenna Measurement System for 5G test applications that provides frequency measurements from 650 MHz to 50 GHz. Its spherical near-field measurement capabilities provide flexibility in types of antennas that can be tested, from low to high directivity. The patented multi-probe electronic scanning technology and oversampling capabilities limit mechanical movement.
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Band Pass Filter
28 GHz Surface Mount Bandpass Filter for 5G Applications

Band Pass Filter  from Knowles

The B280LA0S from Knowles is a Bandpass Filter with a passband from 27.5 to 28.5 GHz. It has an insertion loss of less than 4.5 dB and provides rejection of over 30 dB above (30 to 37 GHz) and below (DC to 26.1 GHz) the passband. The filter uses DLI’s low loss temperature stable materials which enable it to offer a small size and minimal performance variation over temperature ranging from -55°C to +125°C.
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Power Divider
2-Way Power Divider from 1 to 40 GHz

Power Divider  from KRYTAR

The 6010400 from KRYTAR is a 2-way RF power divider that operates from 1 to 40 GHz. It can handle up to 10 W of power, has an insertion loss of less than 2.5 dB and an isolation over 14 dB. The power splitter has an amplitude balance of 0.6 dB, and a phase balance of 7° @ 1-20 GHz & 14° @ 20-40 GHz. It is available in a compact package that measures 4.15 x 1.00 x 0.43 inches.
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Power Divider
2-Way Power Splitter/Combiner from 18 to 50 GHz

Power Divider  from Mini Circuits

The ZC2PD-V1854+ from Mini-Circuits is a 2-Way DC Pass, Power Splitter/Combiner that operates from 18 to 50 GHz. It has an insertion loss of less than 1.8 dB, isolation of over 16 dB, and can handle an input power of up to 16 watts as a splitter and 0.45 watts as a combiner. This RoHS-compliant power splitter is available in a module that measures 1.06 x 0.85 x 0.5 inches with 2.4 mm (F) connectors.
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Cellular Module
5G NR Sub-6 GHz and mm-Wave Module for M2M and IoT Applications

Cellular Module  from Sierra Wireless

The AirPrime® EM9190 from Sierra Wireless is an Embedded 5G NR and LTE Cat-22 Module that supports Sub-6 GHz and mm-Wave bands. This device is a part of the Sierra EM Series that offers global 5G connectivity. It delivers up to 5.5 Gbps of downlink speeds and up to 330 Mbps of uplink speeds. It is available in a 30 x 52 x 2.38 mm footprint.
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Front End Module
Mid and High Band Front-End Module for 3G/4G/5G Applications

Front End Module  from Skyworks Solutions

The SKY5-8085-11 from Skyworks is a Mid and High-Band Front-End Module for 3G/4G/5G mobile devices, data cards, M2M, and LTE advanced carrier aggregation applications. It has an intra-brand uplink carrier aggregation of 35 MHz (175 RB) for band 39, 40 MHz (200 RB) for bands 1, 2, 3, 7, 40, 41, and 60 MHz (300 RB) for bands 40 and 41.
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Band Pass Filter
BAW Filter from 3400 to 3600 MHz for 5G Infrastructure

Band Pass Filter  from Akoustis

The A10235 from Akoustis is a BAW Filter with a passband from 3400 to 3600 MHz. It can handle up to 31 dBm of input power, has an insertion loss of 1.5 dB, and an amplitude variation of 0.8 dB in the passband. The filter provides an attenuation of more than 20 dB above and below the passband. It is available as a hermetic sealed ceramic surface-mount package that measures 2.50 x 2.00 x 0.77 mm.
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Band Pass Filter
Multilayer Bandpass Filter from 27.5 to 29.5 GHz

Band Pass Filter  from TDK

The MMCB2528G5T-0001A3 from TDK is a surface mount multilayer bandpass filter with a passband from 27.5 to 29.5 GHz. The filter has an insertion loss of less than 2.3 dB and 33 dB of rejection above and below the passband. This filter can handle a CW input power of up to 1 W. It is available in 2.5 x 2 x 0.90 mm surface-mount EIA package and is suitable for 5G applications.
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Down Converter
50 GHz Heterodyne Downconversion System for Phase Noise Measurements

Down Converter  from Holzworth Instrumentation

The HA7063A from Holzworth is a Heterodyne Downconversion System that can accept an input RF signal from 10 MHz to 50 GHz. This system has been designed to seamlessly integrate with Holzworth's HA7062 series real-time phase noise analysis products as an ANSI z540 calibrated frequency extension. It downconverts the signal to DC to 40 MHz (with HA7062C) and DC to 100 MHz (with HA7062D).
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Down Converter
24 to 40 GHz RF Downconverter for 5G Frequencies

Down Converter  from ThinkRF

The ThinkRF D4000 RF Downconverter is a portable, high performance, and plug-and-play system that downconverts an RF Frequency from 24 to 40 GHz to 1536 MHz. It has 500 MHz of real-time bandwidth (RTBW) with a 100 kHz tuning resolution for high-performance analysis of modern waveforms. It measures 7.6 x 7.6 x 1.6 Inches and weighs less than 2.2lbs.
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RF Test Set
5G Portable Base Station Analyzer for Multi-Carrier Cellular Signals

RF Test Set  from Viavi Solutions

The CellAdvisor 5G from Viavi Solutions is a 5G Portable Base Station Analyzer that is capable of testing and trouble-shooting concurrent multi-technology and multi-carrier cellular signals. It is designed for 4G and 5G radio access networks and performs signal analysis tests for stand-alone LTE or 5G technologies.
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RF Test Set
5G FR1 Sub-6 GHz Cellular Test System

RF Test Set  from LitePoint

The IQxstream-5G from Litepoint is a multi-DUT manufacturing test solution with 200 MHz of contiguous bandwidth for physical layer testing across the 5G NR Sub-6 GHz frequency range. This high performance, compact platform also supports 2G/3G/4G cellular technologies and is ideal for user equipment (UE) applications such as smartphones, tablets and laptops.
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RF Amplifier
37 to 40 GHz Low Noise Amplifier for 5G Applications

RF Amplifier  from Altum RF

The ARF1203Q2 from Altum RF is a Low Noise Amplifier that operates from 37 to 40 GHz. It provides a linear gain of 20.5 dB with a noise figure of 4 dB and has a P1dB of 13 dBm. It is well suited for demanding, high-order modulation schemes such as millimeter-wave 5G. The amplifier draws 40 mA of current from a 3.3 V DC supply.
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RF Amplifier
Low Noise Amplifier from 25 to 28.5 GHz for 5G-NR Applications

RF Amplifier  from AmpliTech

The APT4-25002750-3010-D6 from AmpliTech is a Ka-band 5G-NR low noise amplifier that operates from 25 to 28.5 GHz. It provides an output power of 10 dBm and a gain of 44 dB with a noise figure of 3 dB. The amplifier requires a supply voltage of 11 to 24 volts and has an I/O VSWR of 1.5:1. It is available in a module with SMA female connectors.
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Antenna
High-Frequency Coaxial Helix Antenna from 55 to 65 GHz

Antenna  from Maja Systems

The SPL-60 from Maja Systems is a V-Band Coaxial Helix Antenna that operates from 55 to 65 GHz. It provides a gain of more than 10 dBi with an efficiency of over 70%. The antenna is available with both right-hand and left-hand circular polarization options. It has an axial ratio of up to 1.5 dB and a typical beamwidth of 35 degrees.
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Antenna
Multi-Band Miniature Chip Antenna for 5G and IoT Applications

Antenna  from Fractus Antennas

The ONE mXTEND (NN02-201) from Fractus Antennas is a Multi-Band Miniature Chip Antenna that operates from 3300 to 5000 MHz, covering 2G, 3G, 4G, and 5G frequency bands. This ultra-compact antenna (the size of a grain of rice) has been specifically designed for providing 5G and cellular IoT operations in multiple cellular bands. It delivers a gain of over 1.3 dBi with an average efficiency of more than 55%.
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Spectrum Analyzers
Top 10 RF Spectrum Analyzers in 2020
everything RF has compiled a list of the Top 10 most popular Spectrum Analyzer products on the website in 2020. According to a recent market report by MarketsandMarkets, the global RF Spectrum Analyzer Market is expected to reach USD $1.75 Billion by 2022. Click here to read more.
 
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