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Date: 23 Aug, 2021
 
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Latest News this Week
Cambridge-based Company Develops Frequency Agnostic RF Chip for Smartphones - Forefront RF
Pentagon Seeking Commercial Solutions to Protect Against Intentional GNSS Disruptions - Pentagon
Trending Aerospace & Defense Products in 2021: August Edition - GaN Systems
ColdQuanta Receives Contract from DARPA to Develop Rydberg Atom based RF Sensor System - Hittite
RF Receiver for Spectrum Regulators Demonstrates High Performance in a Rugged Form Factor - CRFS
Honeywell Introduces Software-driven Radar System for Automotive, Marine & Military Applications - Honeywell
Real Time Spectrum Analyzer with GPS Functionality for Wireless Situational Awareness Applications - thinkRF
Broadcom, Cisco and Facebook Create Open AFC to Accelerate Commercialization of 6 GHz Wi-Fi Devices - Broadcom
Tower Semiconductor and Cadence Partner to Develop Reference Flow for 5G And Automotive Chips - Cadence Design Systems
Sony and Mitsui Demonstrate Dynamic Spectrum Access Technology in a Standalone 5G Environment - Sony Semiconductor Israel
Triad and Mobilicom to Develop Multi-function Radios for Military and UAV Applications - Triad RF Systems
Anritsu and Bluetest Develop OTA Measurement Solution for 6 GHz Wi-Fi 6E Devices - Anritsu
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New White Papers & Articles
Forward and Reflected IP3 Measurements for Switch Components and Systems - Menlo Micro
Solving RF Isolation Issues with RF Inductors - Coilcraft
140 GHz Antenna Array for 6G Wireless Communication - Remcom
Design of a BAW Quadplexer Module Using AWR Software - Cadence Design Systems
The Role of Millimeter-Wave Technologies in 5G/6G Wireless Communications - IEEE Xplore
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Featured Content
Ultra-wide Band Communication
UWB Explained: What Secure Ranging Means for the IoT and Beyond
In the time since the IEEE added support for Ultra-Wideband (UWB) communication to the 802.15.4 specification, a number of very big names have moved quickly to adopt the technology. Apple and Samsung now offer UWB as part of their latest smartphones, and a number of automakers, including Volkswagen, are demonstrating cars equipped with UWB features. Click here to learn more.
 
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Featured Products this Week
Front End Module
5G Front End Module with LNA and DVGA from 3.3 GHz to 4 GHz

Front End Module  from Renesas

The F0453B from Renesas is an integrated dual-path RF front-end module that operates from 3.4 to 3.8 GHz. It consists of an RF switch and two low noise amplifier (LNA) stages in each path. This FEM can be used in the analog front-end receiver of an Active Antenna System (AAS). It has channel isolation of more than 40 dB and switch isolation of more than 50 dB.
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Phase Noise Analyzer
10 MHz to 26 GHz Real-Time Phase Noise Analyzer

Phase Noise Analyzer  from Holzworth Instrumentation

The HA7062D from Holzworth is a real-time phase noise analysis system that operates from 10 MHz to 26 GHz (optional to 40 GHz). It provides measurement offsets from 0.1 Hz to 100 MHz. It is available in a fully shielded, fan-less 1U chassis that completely eliminates ground loops and troublesome microphonics for uncompromised performance and repeatability.
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Microwave Generator
3 KW GaN SSPA Microwave Generator from 900 to 930 MHz

Microwave Generator  from RFHIC

The RIU093K0-50T from RFHIC is a GaN SSPA Microwave Generator that operates from 900 to 930 MHz. It is designed for high-power ISM (Industrial, Scientific, and Medical) and plasma generation applications with adjustable power up to 3 kW and an efficiency of 60%. It has a VSWR of less than 3:1. The generator uses GaN-on-SiC HEMT transistors and has high-frequency stability with PLL technology.
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RF Inductor
2.5 to 62 nH Mini Air-Core Inductors

RF Inductor  from Coilcraft

The 1512SP Series from Coilcraft are Air-core inductors with inductance values from 2.5 to 62.0 nH. They have DC resistances from 1.0 to 15.5 mOhm and offer percentage tolerances of 1, 5, 2 and 10%. The inductors have a Q-factor of more than 80 and have self-resonant frequencies ranging from 1.8 to 14 GHz. They can handle rms currents of up to 2.7-11.1 A.
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Automated Tuner
Multi-Purpose Impedance Tuner from 4 to 26 GHz

Automated Tuner  from Focus Microwaves Inc

The MPT-2640 from Focus Microwaves is a Multi-Purpose Tuner (MPT) that operates from 4 to 26 GHz. It uses three wideband probes, allowing independent control of the amplitude and phase of the reflection factor at three harmonic frequencies simultaneously. It is available in an enclosure with 3.5 mm connectors and is suitable for advanced applications like high power/efficiency RF amplifier design and load pull measurements.
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90 Degree Hybrid Coupler
1.5 KW 90° Hybrid Coupler from 800 to 2700 MHz

90 Degree Hybrid Coupler  from Innovative Power Products

The IPP-2134 from Innovative Power Products is a 90 Degree Hybrid Coupler that operates from 800 to 2700 MHz. It can handle an input power of 1500 W, has an insertion loss of less than 0.5 dB, and isolation of over 16 dB. The coupler has a phase balance of ±5° and an amplitude balance of less than 0.7 dB. It is available in a RoHS-compliant module that measures 126.57 x 67.87 x 23.05 mm and has 7/16-female connectors.
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SATCOM Amplifier System
500 W Air-Cooled TWT Amplifier from 27 to 29.5 GHz

SATCOM Amplifier System  from Comtech Xicom Technology

The XTD-500KaL-EN1 from Comtech Xicom Technology is a Ka-Band Antenna Mount TWT Power Amplifier that operates from 27 to 29.5 GHz. The amplifier delivers a linear output power of 166 W, a rated output power of 250 W, and TWT power of 500 W. It provides a gain of 70 dB with an attenuation range of 30 dB and step size of 0.1 dB. It can be used for Satcom and data link applications.
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RF Amplifier
2.5 kW Power Amplifier from 0.2 to 1 GHz for EMC Applications

RF Amplifier  from Vectawave Technology

The VBA1000-2000 from Vectawave Technology is a High-Power Amplifier that operates from 200 to 1000 MHz. It delivers an output power of 2500 W with a gain of more than 64 dB. This unconditionally stable amplifier is based on unique GaAs technology, offering higher linearity, ruggedness, and efficiency than its silicon-based counterparts and lower cost than GaN additions to the marketplace.
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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 series is based on Anritsu’s patented shockline VNA-on-chip technology, which simplifies the internal VNA architecture at high frequencies, reduces instrument cost, and enhances accuracy and measurement repeatability.
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RF Module
LoRa Module for Asset Tracking, Smart Cities, Industrial and IoT Applications

RF Module  from Murata

The LBAA0QB1SJ-295 from Murata is a LoRa Module that is designed for the LoRaWAN network. This LPW module is based on the second-generation Semtech SX1262 RFIC. The module consists of an open STM32L0 microcontroller (MCU) with an RF switch and has 192kB of flash memory and 20kB of RAM. It has a Tx power of up to 22 dBm and a receiver sensitivity of -137 dBm.
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Front End Module
2.4 GHz Front-End Module for Zigbee and ISM Band Applications

Front End Module  from Skyworks Solutions

The SKY65336-11 from Skyworks Solutions is a 2.4 GHz Front-End Module for Zigbee and ISM Bands. The module has an integrated harmonic filter, high-efficiency power amplifier (PA), balun, high isolation Tx/Rx switch, and low noise amplifier (LNA) for its configurable transmit and receive paths. It has internal switching, control, RF match & bias circuits and has RF ports that are all internally DC blocked.
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Block Up Converter
200 W X-Band BUC from 7.9 to 8.4 GHz for Military Applications

Block Up Converter  from ACORDE

The ACTX-X200W-E1-V1 from ACORDE is an X-band GaAs BUC that up-converts an input frequency from 950 – 1450 MHz to an output frequency from 7.9 – 8.4 GHz. The BUC consists of an amplifier that provides a P1dB of 53 dBm (~200 W) with a gain of 75 dB and has a noise figure of less than 15 dB. The ACTX-X200W-E1-V1 offers excellent linearity, phase noise, gain stability, and linear power, and follows the MIL-STD-188-164C standard.
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Integrated Microwave Assembly
Multiplied PLO for Military Airborne and Ground Applications

Integrated Microwave Assembly  from API Technologies

The BXMF1031 from API Technologies is a Multiplied Phase Locked Oscillator with an output frequency range from 80 to 1600 MHz. It provides flexibility in the desired output frequency by utilizing a series of x2 multipliers. This fully customizable multiplied PLO incorporates unique features that include DC voltage regulation, automatic reference sensing, low current consumption, and multiple RF outputs.
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Digital Phase Shifter
Digitally Controlled 6-Bit Phase Shifter MMIC from 2.5 to 4 GHz

Digital Phase Shifter  from Altum RF

The ARF2103 from Altium RF is a Digitally Controlled 6-Bit Phase Shifter MMIC that operates from 2.5 to 4 GHz. It provides a 360° phase shift in 63 steps of 5.625° and has +/-1.4 dB amplitude variation. This phase shifter can handle up to 23 dBm of input power and has a typical insertion loss of 6 dB. It uses GaAs pHEMT technology and optical gate lithography to ensure high repeatability and uniformity.
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RF & Microwave Circulator
Space-Qualified 225 W L-Band Circulator from 1.57 to 1.62 GHz

RF & Microwave Circulator  from Smiths Interconnect

The L-Band High Power Circulator from Smiths Interconnect is a 3-port Circulator that operates from 1.57 to 1.62 GHz. It can handle an input power of 225 W and has an insertion loss of less than 0.15 dB. The circulator features proprietary multiplication suppression techniques which offers the designer minimal risk operation today and a path towards operating at higher powers in the future.
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Data Link
Robust Long Range Wireless Data Link from 70 MHz to 6 GHz

Data Link  from Simpulse

The SL200 from Simpulse is a Mobile Data Link Modem for bi-directional wireless data and video transmission in challenging environments. It provides a robust and secure link with a bit rate from 10 kbits/sec to 5 Mbits/sec for long-range Line-of-Sight (LOS) and Non-LOS applications. It operates at a frequency range from 70 MHz to 6 GHz.
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Feed Horn
Wide Angle Scalar Feed Horns from 12.4 to 170 GHz

Feed Horn  from MI-WAVE

The 263 Series from MI-WAVE are Wide Angle Scalar Feed Horns (also called choke horn) that operate from 12.4 to 170 GHz. These feed horns have been designed to be used in applications where wide beamwidths are required. They have a 3 dB beamwidth of 55 degrees in the E-plane and 56 degrees in the H-plane. The antennas are available with various flange options and are suitable for low F/D antennas, surveillance systems, and offset feed antennas.
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RFID Tag
Printable UHF RFID Label from 865 to 928 MHz

RFID Tag  from Confidex Ltd

The Confidex LoopTag M4E from Confidex is a printable and versatile UHF RFID label that operates from 865 to 928 MHz. It is based on the Impinj Monza 4E IC and designed for hard-to-tag assets such as tubes and wires. The tag has an EPC memory of 496 bits, user memory of 128 bits and TID of 96 bits. It has a read range of up to 7 m on metal pipes and up to 5 m on plastic pipes.
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Power Divider
High Power 12-Way Power Divider from 470 to 860 MHz

Power Divider  from Werlatone Inc

The D5321 from Werlatone is a 12-Way Power Divider that operates from 470 to 860 MHz. It can handle an input power of up to 5000 W, has an insertion loss of less than 0.3 dB, and has a VSWR of less than 1.30:1. This non-isolated divider has an amplitude balance of 0.2 dB and a phase balance of 5°. It is available in a module that measures 10 x 5 x 5 inches with N-type (female) connectors.
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PXI RF Signal Transceiver
PXI Vector Transceiver from 380 MHz to 6/8/12 GHz

PXI RF Signal Transceiver  from Keysight Technologies

The M9415A from Keysight is a PXI Vector Transceiver that has an integrated Vector Signal Generator and Vector Signal Analyzer from 380 MHz to 6/8/12 GHz. It has a signal generation and analysis bandwidth of 1.2 GHz. Both the generator and analyzer have an amplitude accuracy of better than ±0.5 dB and an SSB phase noise of less than -130 dBc/Hz at 10 kHz offset (1 GHz frequency).
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