Latest RF & Microwave Products of the Week (27 Feb

2-Port USB Vector Network Analyzer, 100 kHz to 9 GHz

The C1209 is a vector network analyzer that operates from 100 kHz to 9 GHz. It has a dynamic range of 148 dB and can be operated with any Windows PC or laptop. The VNA efficiently handles advanced test applications, and with dimension of 14.8 x 8.3 x 3.7 in. (377 x 210 x 95 mm) and weighs under 10.5 lbs. (4.8 kg). The C1209 takes up about half a rack (in width) making it optimal for engineers looking for fast production without requiring a lot of space. Click here to view specs.

2-Way Power Splitter/Combiner from 18 to 50 GHz

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 watt 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 and is suitable for 5G, Mobile, Fixed satellite, and space research applications. Click here to view specs.

24.5 to 27.5 GHz Beamforming IC for 5G-NR Applications

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. It supports both horizontal and vertical polarization MIMO and has unique digital features to allow easy adoption. Click here to view specs.

LTE Cat M1/Cat NB2 Module with Integrated GNSS Functionality

The BG77 is an LTE Cat M1/Cat NB2 Module with integrated GNSS functionality. It is fully compliant with 3GPP Rel. 14 specification and provides a downlink data rate of up to 588Kbps and an uplink data rate of up to 1119Kbps. This module features ultra-low power consumption by leveraging the integrated RAM/flash as well as the ARM Cortex A7 processor supporting ThreadX, achieving up to 70% reduction in leakage and 85% reduction in current consumption compared to its predecessor. Click here to view specs.

10 W Bi-directional Amplifier from 1 to 2.5 GHz

The NW-BA-12B04A from NuWaves Engineering is a bi-directional amplifier that operates from 1 to 2.5 GHz. This L-/S-Band Bidirectional amplifier generates 10 W of output power at the Tx port (5% EVM at 34 dBm). 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. It is available in a module that measures 3 x 2 x 1.16 inches with SMA female connectors. Click here to view specs.

Multi-Octave Cryogenic Amplifier from 4 to 8 GHz

The APTC2-04000800-0700-D4-V from AmpliTech is a Cryogenic Amplifiers that operates from 4 to 8 GHz. This octave and multi-octave amplifier provides a P1dB of 0 dBm with a gain of 23 dB and has a noise figure of 1 dB. It has an I/O VSWR of 2.0:1 and is available in a module with connectors. Click here to view specs.

32 GHz Waveguide Band Pass Filter

The AE32000WB11560 from Anatech Electronics is a Waveguide Band Pass Filter with a center frequency of 32 GHz and bandwidth of 0.5 GHz. The filter has an insertion loss of less than 2 dB and more than 50 dB of rejection above and below the passband. This through-hole mounted bandpass filter can handle up to 10 watts of power and is available in a module that measures 80 x 15 x 8.5 mm with 2.92 mm female connectors. Click here to view specs.

UHF RFID Tag for Inventory Control and Logistics

The LXMS21NCNH-147 from Murata is an innovative UHF RFID tag module that can be fit on to any metal object, non-metal object, as well as embedded into any objects by glue or adhesive. This NXP G2iM-based RFID module complies with ISO18000-63 and EPC Global Gen2v2 (v1.2.0) specifications. It has an EPC memory of 256 bits and a user memory of 512 bits. The Tag IC measures 2.0 x 1.25 x 0.55 mm and has a read range of up to 10mm on metal. Click here to view specs.

UHF RAIN RFID Inlay for Case, Pallet, Freight, and Asset Tracking Applications

The ZBR4000 from Zebra is a UHF RAIN RFID Inlay that operates from 865 to 868 MHz (ETSI) and 902 to 928 MHz (FCC). It has a read range of up to 20 meters and can be read from almost any angle. This inlay has a read sensitivity of up to -23 dBm and a write sensitivity of up to -18 dBm. The inlay is based on NXP’s UCODE 8 chip and has an EPC memory of 128 bits and a TID memory of 96 bits (48 bit unique). This inlay is EPC Gen 2v2, ISO 18000-63 certified and measures 1.38 (H) x 3.58 (W) inches and is suitable for case, pallet, freight, and asset applications. Click here to view specs.

800 MHz Oven Controlled Voltage Controlled SAW Oscillator

The OCVCSO-1 IQD is an Oven Controlled Voltage Controlled SAW Oscillators (OCVCSO) that operates at 800 MHz. The 800 MHz signal is generated from a 400 MHz fundamental frequency, followed by a low noise frequency doubler. Multiplying the frequency once enables superior phase noise performance, down to -160 dBc/Hz at the floor level and jitter of less than 10 fs between 10kHz to 100MHz.The OCVCSO operates over a temperature range from -25 to 60 degrees Celcius with a frequency stability of ±4 ppm. Click here to view specs.

60 MHz Low Phase Noise OCXO

The OCXO5050AN-60MHz-A-V from Dynamic Engineers is a Low Phase Noise OCXO that operates at 60 MHz without internal multiplication. It has a phase noise of less than -160 dBc/ Hz @10 kHz and frequency stability of 50 ppb over a temperature range from 0 to 50 degrees Celsius. This high-frequency OCXO provides a Sine waveform at the output while operating on a supply voltage of 12 V. The OCXO is available in a compact package that measures 50.8 x 50.6 x 12.7 mm with an optional SMA connector and is ideal for PLL, VSAT, frequency synthesizer applications. Click here to view specs.

63 dB Solid-State Programmable Attenuator from 0.1 to 18 GHz

The 50P-2103 from JFW Industries is a Solid-State Programmable Attenuator that operates from 0.1 to 18 GHz. This USB-controlled attenuator has seven individually controlled attenuation steps: 0.5, 1, 2, 4, 8, 16 and 32 dB to cover a total attenuation range of 0 to 63 dB. The attenuator operates bi-directionally and can handle up to 24 dBm of power at the input port and 15 dBm of power at the output port. This 50-ohm attenuator requires a 5 V DC supply and is available in a module with SMA connectors. Click here to view specs.

Single-channel Programmable Attenuator from 9 kHz to 8 GHz

The A1Q9K8G32 from Lotus Communication Systems is a Single-Channel Programmable Attenuator that operates from 9 kHz to 8 GHz. The attenuator provides attenuations from 0 to 31.75 dB in 0.25 dB steps. It has an insertion loss of less than 2.8 dB and can handle 28 dBm of CW power. The device is available in an ultra-compact rugged enclosure that measures 2.06 x 1.31 x 0.48 inch with SMA female connectors and can be controlled via USB. Click here to view specs.

30 W, 2-Way Power Divider from 18 to 40 GHz

The 802-3-29.000 from MECA is a 2-way power divider that operates from 18 to 40 GHz. It can handle up to 30 watts of power, has an insertion loss of under 1.80 dB and isolation over 14.5 dB. The power divider is available in a module with 2.92 mm female connectors. Click here to view specs.

GaAs Driver Amplifier MMIC from DC to 24 GHz

The EMD1706QFN4 from Eclipse MDI is a GaAs Driver Amplifier MMIC that operates from DC to 24 GHz. This pHEMT amplifier provides a P1dB of up to 23 dBm with a gain of over 13 dB and has a noise figure of 6.5 dB. It requires a supply voltage of 8V and draws a current of 130mA. This RoHS-compliant device is available in a 4 mm QFN leadless package and is ideal for commercial and industrial applications. Click here to view specs.

DC to 67 GHz Broadband Pick-off Tee

The HL9468M is a Matched pair of Broadband Pick-off Tees that boasts low levels of insertion loss from DC to 67 GHz on the thru line and from DC to 55 GHz on the pick-off line. It can be used as a trigger source with minimum perturbation of the through signal path. The Pick-off tee has a thru insertion loss of 4 dB, a pick-off insertion loss of 10 dB, and can handle an input power of up to 30 dBm. It is available in a module that measures 30.78 x 24.23 x 13.59 mm with 1.85 mm male/female connectors at the input, pick-off and output interfaces. Click here to view specs.

80 to 250 W, C-Band Transceivers for SATCOM Applications

The AWMT-3000C Series from Advantech Wireless are hub-mount transceivers with a Tx frequency from 5.850 to 7.025 GHz and an Rx frequency from 3.4 to 4.5 GHz. On the Tx side, it up-converts an input frequency (IF) from 70 to 140 MHz to an RF frequency from 5.850 to 7.025 GHz with a P1dB of up to 53 dBm and gain of over 69 dB. On the Rx side, it downconverts the RF frequency from 3.4 to 4.5 GHz to an IF frequency from 70 to 140 MHz with a gain of up to 80 dB. Click here to view specs.

6 to 26.5 GHz RF Downconverter for MIMO Applications

The SC5318A from SignalCore is a Single-Stage Downconverter with an input RF range from C to K-band (6 to 26.5 GHz) and output IF Range from 50 MHz to 3 GHz. The LO frequency range is from 6 to 26.5 GHz with an external input LO range from 6 to 14 GHz. An internal frequency doubler multiplies the input LO range up to 26.5 GHz. The module also contains an internal 26.5 GHzsynthesized local oscillator (LO), an RF preamplifier, and a variable gain control making it a compact stand-alone downconverter module. Click here to view specs.

Bluetooth 5.1 SoC for Mobile Devices, Wearables and IoT Applications

The GR551x series from Goodix is a Bluetooth 5.1 System-on-Chip (SoC) with a 2.4 GHz transceiver and a digital communication core. It has been designed for use in mobile devices, wearables and IoT devices. This SoC supports diverse data rates of 2 Mbps and 1 Mbps along with lower data rates of 500 Kbps and 125 Kbps for long-range communication. These SoCs transmit up to 8 dBm of power and have a sensitivity of -103 dBm in the long-range that supports a data rate of 125 Kbps and -97 dBm when operating at a data rate of 1 Mbps. Click here to view specs.

Single-Feed Mini Ceramic Antenna from 2400 - 2480 / 6000 - 8500 MHz

The 2450AD18A7250 from Johanson Technology is a Single-Feed Mini Ceramic Antenna that operates from 2400 to 2480 and 6000 to 8500 MHz. It delivers a peak gain of over 3 dB with an efficiency of up to 87 %. This corner-mounted antenna can handle up to 3 watts of CW power and is ideal for Bluetooth / Wi-Fi applications. Click here to view specs.

100 nF Broadband Ceramic Capacitor

The 01005BB104MW6R3 from Passive Plus is a Broadband Ceramic Capacitor that can be used from 16 kHz to 40 GHz. It has a capacitance of 100 nF, a working voltage (WVDC) of 6.3 V, and an insertion loss of less than 1 dB. The dielectric can withstand a voltage of up to 250% of the working voltage for 5 seconds. This capacitor is 100% RoHS compliant and is available with TIN, Gold or Tin/Lead terminations. Click here to view specs.

2 MHz to 60 GHz Isotropic Electric Field Probe for 5G Applications

The PI-07 from EMC Test Design is an Isotropic Electric Field Probethat operates from 2 MHz to 60 GHz. It covers all RF and microwave frequency bands from MF up to M band, thus providing a versatile measuring tool for all upcoming5G applications. The PI-07 includes a diode-based 3-axial isotropic sensor, has a field strength range from 4 V/m to 1000 V/m and a rotational isotropicity of +/-3 dB. It provides a linearity of +/- 1.5 dB and a measurement uncertainty of +/- 4.5 dB. Click here to view specs.

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Latest RF & Microwave Products of the Week (27 Feb - 04 March, 2020)