PREV 10 Jan, 2022 NEXT

Latest News & White Papers this Week

10 Jan, 2022 - everything RF Newsletter

Top stories this week. View it in your browser

 
Date: 10 Jan, 2022
 
Sponsored by KYOCERA AVX
 
 
 
Latest News this Week
Qorvo Introduces Wi-Fi 6E FEMs that Cover the Full 6 GHz Band - Qorvo
Startup Raises $12.8 Million in Funding to Develop Low-Power High-Precision UWB SoC - MKSemi
NXP Introduces 2.4/5 GHz Dual Band Tri-Radio Device for IoT Applications - NXP Semiconductors
Kyocera AVX Introduces Industry's First Antenna Band Switching Evaluation Board for IoT Devices - KYOCERA AVX
Raytheon BBN’s Josephson Parametric Amplifier Available for Purchase from Quantum Microwave - Raytheon BBN
DARPA Selects Epirus to Accelerate Advancement of Electromagnetic and RF Capabilities - DARPA
Mergers & Acquisitions in 2021 - everything RF
Anritsu and Qualcomm Verify Enhanced Network Slicing and Power Saving Tests for 5G New Radio - Anritsu
GSMA Prioritizes Health and Safety at MWC Barcelona in 2022 - GSMA
Infineon Introduces a New Bluetooth LE SoC Module for Smart Home Applications - Infineon Technologies
CMT Provides Affordable Low-Frequency Vector Network Analyzer for Ultrasound Probes - Copper Mountain Technologies
WiFi Alliance Selects Chipsets from MaxLinear for their Wi-Fi 6 Release 2 Certification Test Bed - MaxLinear, Inc
More News
Sponsored by KYOCERA AVX
KYOCERA AVX
Antenna Band Switching Solution on Small EVB (LTE Antenna + Switch)
KYOCERA AVX evaluation board 1004795-EC646-01 allows faster time-to-market to implement an antenna band switching solution. Engineers can test the antenna performance on a typical size of IoT devices, reducing the number of prototype iterations. Click here to learn more.
 
New White Papers & Articles
The Myth Behind Commercial Off the Shelf Up-Screening - Rochester Electronics
High Rate Pulse Ultra-wideband (UWB) Physical Layer Test and Certification - Rohde & Schwarz
Increase Downstream Bandwidth and Upstream Capabilities with Greater Efficiency - Qorvo
RF Enabling 6G – Opportunities and Challenges from Technology - University of Oulu
Empirically Based Multichannel Phase Noise Model Validated in a 16-Channel Demonstrator - Analog Devices
More White Papers
Upcoming Event
Event Image
IEEE Radio & Wireless Week 2022
Date: 16 to 19 January, 2022
Location: Las Vegas, Nevada
More Events
Featured Products this Week
RF Amplifier
55 W GaN Power Amplifier from 13.75 to 14.5 GHz

RF Amplifier  from Qorvo

The QPA1314D from Qorvo is an MMIC Power Amplifier that operates from 13.75 to 14.5 GHz. It delivers a saturated output power of 55 W. The amplifier is fabricated on Qorvo's 0.15 um GaN on SiC process (QGaN15). It is internally matched with integrated DC blocking caps on I/O ports and RF ports are DC coupled to the ground for optimum ESD performance.
Download Datasheet | Product Details
RF Variable Attenuator
Rugged Temperature Variable Attenuators from 27 to 32 GHz

RF Variable Attenuator  from Smiths Interconnect

The K2TVA Series from Smiths Interconnect are Temperature Variable Attenuators that operate from 27 to 32 GHz. They are available in attenuation values from 3 to 6 dB in 1 dB increments and have an accuracy of ± 0.5 dB. The attenuators have a Temperature Coefficient of Attenuation (TCA) of -0.005 & -0.007 dB/dB/°C. They can handle an average input power of 200 mW and have a VSWR of less than 1.4:1.
Download Datasheet | Product Details
Frequency Synthesizer
10 MHz to 12.5 GHz RF Synthesizer Module

Frequency Synthesizer  from Holzworth Instrumentation

The HSM12001B from Holzworth Instrumentation is an RF synthesizer module that operates from 10 MHz to 12.5 GHz. This microwave CW source is based on a non-PLL platform. The digital/analog hybrid design provides excellent phase noise performance and spurious response, which compliments the phase coherent nature of these signal sources.
Download Datasheet | Product Details
EMC Immunity Test System
Radiation Immunity Test System from 80 MHz to 6 GHz

EMC Immunity Test System  from AR RF/Microwave Instrumentation

The MT2IEC10V3M from AR RF/Microwave Instrumentation is a Radiation Immunity Test System that operates from 80 MHz to 6 GHz. It can develop a 1.5 x 1.5 m uniform field area with a field strength of 18 V/m CW at a test distance of up to 3 m, in accordance with the IEC61000-4-3 standard. The test system has two internal signal generators that create two simultaneous test frequencies thereby reducing sweep times by half.
Download Datasheet | Product Details
RF Over Fiber Module
Programmable RF Over Fiber Modules from 0.5 to 4000 MHz

RF Over Fiber Module  from RFOptic

The RFoF-4.0GHz from RF Optic are Programmable RF Over Fiber Modules that operate from 0.5 to 4000 MHz. They are used to convert RF signals to optical signals to carry over long distances. The Tx unit using an optical transmitter converts RF to an Optical signal and the Rx unit converts it back to an RF signal. The two units are connected through the customer’s single-mode fiber. All units can be monitored and managed remotely with RFOptic’s unique SNMP/HTML capability.
Download Datasheet | Product Details
RF Amplifier
90 W GaN Power Amplifier MMIC from 12.75 to 13.25 GHz

RF Amplifier  from Wolfspeed, A Cree Company

The CMPA1C1D080F from Wolfspeed is a GaN Power Amplifier MMIC that operates from 12.75 to 13.25 GHz. It delivers a saturated output power of 90 W with a gain of 25 dB and a Power Added Efficiency (PAE) of more than 21%. The amplifier utilizes Cree’s high performance, 0.25um GaN on SiC production process. It requires a DC supply of 40 V and has 3rd-order intermodulation of -30 dBc at 20 W of total output power.
Download Datasheet | Product Details
Sponsored by KYOCERA AVX
 
 
 
VCXO
Space Qualified VCXO from 0.256 to 52.5 MHz

VCXO  from Rakon

The RVX2213S from Rakon is a space grade VCXO that operates from 0.256 to 52.5 MHz. This VCXO has an extremely high pulling ability of ±375 ppm. It is manufactured in accordance with MIL-PRL-55310 Class 2, level S and is designed for space missions where it is resistant to the demanding environment, has a short lead-time and meets the radiation tolerance requirements.
Download Datasheet | Product Details
Antenna Analyzer
Handheld Microwave Analyzer from 300 kHz to 50 GHz

Antenna Analyzer  from Keysight Technologies

The N9952B from Keysight Technologies is an all-in-one portable instrument that can be configured to function as a VNA, spectrum analyzer, power meter, or vector voltmeter, and supports more than 25 different measurement functions. It operates from 300 kHz to 50 GHz. The analyzer can capture elusive signals with 120 MHz gap-free, real-time bandwidth has software-defined measurement functions, and can make on-the-go, accurate spectrum analyzer measurements within a ± 0.2 dB range.
Download Datasheet | Product Details
Front End Module
Wi-Fi 6 Front-End IC from 5150 to 5925 MHz

Front End Module  from NXP Semiconductors

The WLAN7102C from NXP Semiconductors is a Wi-Fi 6 Front-end IC that operates from 5150 to 5925 MHz. It consists of an integrated power amplifier, logarithmic power detector, low noise receiver amplifier (LNA), single pole double throw (SPDT) switch, coexistence filters for both transmit and receive channels, and RF decoupling capacitors for all VCC and control pins. It is matched to 50 Ohms and integrates harmonics and out-of-band filtering which minimizes layout area.
Download Datasheet | Product Details
RF Transceiver
480 Mbps Ultra-Wideband Technology SoC

RF Transceiver  from Starix Technology

The STX1001 from Starix Technology is a highly integrated UWB CMOS SoC with support for Band Group 1 (3.168 - 4.752 GHz) and Band Group 3 (6.336 -7.920 GHz). It has integrated Protocol Adaptation Layers, a Media Access Controller (MAC), a baseband processor, RF transceivers, and USB 2.0 and SDIO interfaces. The chip supports date rates from 53 to 480 Mbps (53.3, 80, 106.7, 160, 200, 320, 400, 480 Mbps) and has AES-128 hardware encryption.
Download Datasheet | Product Details
Wireless SoC
Bluetooth 5.2 SoC with Built-in USB for BLE, Bluetooth Mesh, Thread and Zigbee

Wireless SoC  from Nordic Semiconductor

The nRF52820 from Nordic Semiconductor is a Bluetooth 5.2 System-on-Chip (SoC) offering USB and advanced wireless connectivity in a small package, for HID, smart home, commercial, and industrial applications. The 2.4 GHz multiprotocol radio provides up to 8 dBm output power and has a receiver sensitivity of -95 dBm. It supports all Bluetooth Low Energy features, including Direction Finding, high-throughput 2 Mbps, Long Range, and all Bluetooth 5.2 features.
Download Datasheet | Product Details
Cellular IoT Module
4G LTE-M/NB-IoT LPWA Module for Global Industrial IoT Applications

Cellular IoT Module  from Sierra Wireless

The HL7810 from Sierra Wireless is a 4G LTE-M and NB-IoT LPWA Module that is designed for Global Industrial IoT applications. It has a download data rate of 590 Kbps (Cat-M1), 127 Kbps (Cat-NB2) and an upload data rate of 1100 Kbps (Cat-M1), 158 Kbps (Cat-NB2). The module delivers Tx power of 23 dBm and has excellent power efficiency.
Download Datasheet | Product Details
GNSS Module
12-Channel L1/L2 Band GPS Receiver Module for Military Applications

GNSS Module  from BAE Systems

The Micro GPS Receiver Application Module (MicroGRAM) from BAE Systems delivers geolocation and precise positioning capabilities for military applications such as tactical communications, field computers, and unmanned aircraft. It has a Selective Availability Anti-Spoofing Module (SAASM) at its core, which encapsulates all classified data and signal processing into one tamper-proof module to provide better security.
Download Datasheet | Product Details
Down Converter
Single-Stage Downconverter with RF Frequency from 20 to 40 GHz

Down Converter  from SignalCore

The SC5320A from SignalCore is a Single-stage Downconverter that converts an input RF frequency from 20 - 40 GHz to an output IF frequency from 100 MHz - 4 GHz. It has an external LO frequency range from 10 to 20 GHz. The downconverter features an internal synthesized local oscillator, selectable RF preamplifier, and variable gain control together enabling standalone functionality.
Download Datasheet | Product Details
Block Up Converter
40 W Ku-Band Block Up-Converters from 13.75 to 14.50 GHz

Block Up Converter  from AnaCom, Inc

The pBUC Series from AnaCom are Ku-Band Block Up Converters that up-convert an input frequency from 950 – 1700 MHz to an output frequency from 13.75 – 14.50 GHz. These BUCs provide an output power of up to 40 W with a gain of more than 64 dB. They have a phase noise of -90 dBc/Hz @ 100 kHz offset and spurious levels of less than -55 dBc.
Download Datasheet | Product Details
Power Divider
30 W, 4-Way Power Divider from 26 to 34 GHz

Power Divider  from MECA

The 804-3-30.000 from MECA is a 4-way power divider that operates from 26 to 34 GHz. It can handle up to 30 watts of power, has an insertion loss of less than 2.2 dB and over 15 dB of isolation. The power divider is available in a module with 2.92mm Female connectors.
Download Datasheet | Product Details
RF Amplifier
60 W GaN Power Amplifier from 5.2 to 5.9 GHz

RF Amplifier  from MACOM

The MAPC-S1504 from MACOM is a Power Amplifier that operates from 5.2 to 5.9 GHz. It delivers a saturated CW/Pulsed output power of 60 W with a small signal gain of 16.7 dB and has an efficiency of up to 50.5%. The power amplifier is based on GaN on SiC HEMT D-mode technology. It requires a DC supply voltage of 50 V and consumes 13.3 A of current. It is ideal for use in military radio communications, RADAR, avionics, digital cellular infrastructure, RF energy, and test instrumentation applications.
Download Datasheet | Product Details
RFID Tag
RFID Label with 3.9 m Read Range and On Metal Functionality

RFID Tag  from Omni-ID, Ltd

The IQ 300 M730 from Omni-ID is an RFID Label that operates from 866 to 868 MHz (EU) and 902 to 928 MHz (US). It has a read range of up to 3.9 m with a fixed reader and up to 2 m with a handheld reader. This RFID label uses the Impinj-M730 chip with an EPC memory of 128 bits and a unique TID memory of 48 bits. It is ideal for thermal barcode printers and portal applications. The label is based on the EPC Class 1 Gen2v2 radio protocol.
Download Datasheet | Product Details
RF Amplifier
L & S-Band Bidirectional Amplifier from 1 to 2.5 GHz

RF Amplifier  from NuWaves Engineering

The NW-BA-12B04A from NuWaves Engineering is a bi-directional amplifier that operates from 1 to 2.5 GHz. It is ideal for extending the communication range of half-duplex L or S-band transceivers with constant-envelope waveforms or near-constant-envelope waveforms. The amplifier generates 10 W of output power at the Tx port (5% EVM at 34 dBm) and provides over 13 dB of gain with a low noise figure in the Rx path. It is available in a module that measures 3 x 2 x 1.16 inches with SMA female connectors.
Download Datasheet | Product Details
Power Divider
4-Way Resistive Power Divider from DC to 3 GHz

Power Divider  from API Technologies - Weinschel

The 1550A from API Technologies is a 4-Way Resistive Power Divider that operates from DC to 3 GHz. It can handle an input power of 1 W and has an insertion loss of less than 13.5 dB. The power divider has amplitude tracking of ±0.5 dB and phase tracking of ±10°. It is available in a module with SMA-female connectors (other connector options are also available).
Download Datasheet | Product Details
RF Switch
Reflective SP4T Switch from DC to 26.5 GHz

RF Switch  from Atlanta Micro

The AM6032 from Atlanta Micro is a Reflective SP4T Switch that operates from DC to 26.5 GHz. It has an insertion loss of less than 1.5 dB and provides isolation of more than 50 dB. The switch has an Input IP3 of 40 dBm and requires a DC Supply from 3.3 to 5 V. It is matched to 50 ohms and is available in a low SWaP (size, weight, and power) footprint.
Download Datasheet | Product Details
Bias Tee
Cryogenic Bias Tee from DC to 500 kHz (DC) / 3 MHz to 10 GHz (RF)

Bias Tee  from Quantum Microwave

The QMC-CRYOTEE-0010 from Quantum Microwave is a Cryogenic Bias Tee that operates from DC to 500 kHz (DC path) and from 3 MHz to 10 GHz (RF path). It can handle a DC voltage of ±20 V and a current of up to 600 mA. The bias tee has an insertion loss of less than 1 dB and can operate at temperatures as low as 10 mK. It is available in a gold-plated OFHC package that measures 1.10 x 0.63 x 0.48 inches and has SMA (male and female) connectors.
Download Datasheet | Product Details
Antenna
Versatile 8-Port MIMO Sector Antenna from 3.3 to 4.2 GHz

Antenna  from Radio Waves

The SEC-3.5DPLX8-65-17 from Radio Waves is an 8 ­Port Sector Antenna that operates from 3.3 to 4.2 GHz. This ±45° cross-polarized antenna has been designed to be symmetrical in both polarizations. It provides 17 dBi of gain and has a VSWR of less than 1.5:1. The antenna has a horizontal half-power beamwidth (HPBW) of 65° and a vertical HPBW of 8.5°.
Download Datasheet | Product Details
About everything RF
everything RF keeps users up to date with the RF & Microwave Industry. We provide the latest news, information on new product releases, upcoming events, articles, white papers, interviews and much more.
To unsubscribe please click here[Sender_Name]
[Sender_Address], [Sender_City], [Sender_State], [Sender_Zip]