DEVICES/COMPONENTS/MODULES

UWB 3-Way Power Divider/Combiner

MIcable’s 6 to 67 GHz ultra-wideband (UWB) 3-way power divider/combiner can accept a 6 to 67 GHz signal and deliver three output signals with equal amplitude and phase. Due to extremely wide bandwidth, excellent VSWR, insertion loss and isolation, it can be widely applied in 5G, testing, instrumentation and other fields.

Fujian MIcable Electronic Technology Group Co., Ltd
www.micable.cn

18 to 26 GHz Digital Phase Shifter

Model P0P-84A-5 is a digitally controlled PIN Diode 360-degree phase shifter operating from 18 to 26 GHz in 0.35 monotonic dB steps. Across the entire band, phase accuracy is ±10 degrees and amplitude balance is ±2 dB. The unit’s insertion loss is less than 14 dB and VSWR of less than 1.8:1 in 50 Ω. It can accommodate a handling power of +15 dBm CW or 1 W maximum. The operating temperature range is -10°C to +60°C with 10 BITs of TTL compatible binary logic.

G.T. Microwave
www.gtmicrowave.com

5GCAN Tx/Rx Module

The innovative 5GCAN Tx/Rx module, designed and manufactured by IMST, is a front-end module covering the 5G Ka-Band from 24.25 to 29.5 GHz. The 24 beamformer ICs feed 2 × 96 antenna elements, all dual linear polarized. The module generates in standard configuration 48 beams with flexible polarization (LHCP, RHCP, dual linear, etc.) Four beams can be generated simultaneously. Scanning performance is 360 degrees in azimuth and ±30 degrees in elevation. The dual polarized antenna elements are based on a combined metal and dielectric waveguide design.

IMST
www.imst.com

Coaxial Detector

Mini-Circuits’ model ZV47-E673RMS+ is a coaxial power detector with 35 dB dynamic range from 0.1 to 67 GHz. Ideal for testing mmWave signal levels, it measures power from -35 to 0 dBm with ±1 dB accuracy, providing output voltages from 0 to +1.2 VDC in a +29 mV/dB logarithmic relationship. It features 12 dB typical return loss, 2.9 μs pulse rise time and 8.1 μs pulse fall time. The power detector operates on a typical +3.3 VDC supply and is equipped with 1.85 mm female connectors.

Mini-Circuits
www.minicircuits.com

10-Bit Programmable Attenuator

Quantic PMI Model DTA-26R5G40G-30-CD-1 is a 10-bit programmable attenuator with a frequency range of 26.5 to 40 GHz. It has an insertion loss of 6 dB, an attenuation range of 30 dB and an accuracy of attenuation of 0.09 dB. It also has a VSWR of 2.0:1, an input power of +24 dBm and an input 1 dB compression point of +10 dBm. It has 2.92 mm female connectors and the size is 2.00 × 1.80 × 0.50 in.

Quantic PMI
www.quanticpmi.com

Band Reject (Notch) Filters

RLC Electronics has introduced higher power band reject (notch) filters, designed to operate over the frequency range of .01 to 40 GHz. The filters are available in compact sizes and are constructed to operate over the most severe military environmental conditions. This particular notch filter is centered at 1300 MHz, with a 200 MHz wide notch having 50 dB minimum attenuation. The units are phase-matched in pairs and can handle 250 W cW.

RLC Electronics
www.rlcelectronics.com

8-Channel Programmable Attenuator

Spectrum Control introduced the high value 4801-8-127 solid-state 8-channel programmable attenuator that delivers high performance in a compact package to enable Wi-Fi and 5G test systems. The Spectrum Control 4801-8-127 meets the needs of automated high-channel count RF systems operating in challenging environments. The 8-channel programmable attenuator covers a frequency range of DC to 8 GHz, has a dynamic range of 127 dB, and high linearity to limit signal amplitude while maintaining signal integrity. Its combination of cost efficiency and repeatability is unmatched in the market.

Spectrum Control
www.spectrumcontrol.com

Reflective MEMS Switch Modules

Withwave’s MEMS switch modules are reflective type RF switches such as SP4T, SP10T, 4-port matrix switch according to switching applications and frequency range. They deliver 25 W power handling, low insertion loss and high linearity, making these devices ideal for RF signal routing in wireless infrastructure and applications from DC to 20 GHz. External connectors included are 2.92 mm vertical launch connectors for all RF port. They are powered and controlled through USB type-C connector.

Withwave
www.with-wave.com

AMPLIFIERS

Solid-State Power Amplifier Module

COMTECH PST introduced its latest addition to its GaN solid-state power amplifier product line. Comtech’s latest development continues to expand on its integrated RF GaN power amplifier designs by offering a small form factor module. Consistent with its planned technology development roadmap, Comtech proudly introduces the latest in GaN-based 6 to 18 GHz RF amplifier for TWT/MPM replacement. This highly integrated design is ideal for use in communication, electronic warfare and radar transmitter systems where space, cooling and power are limited.

Comtech PST
www.comtech.com

AMP2115-LC

Exodus AMP2115-LC is a compact high-power system. Covering 80 to 1000 MHz, produces 1300 W minimum output, > 1500 W typical with 1000 W P1dB nominal. Excellent band flatness with a minimum power gain of 61 dB. Included are amplifier monitoring parameters for forward/reflected power in dBm and watts, VSWR, as well as voltage, current and temperature sensing on a large color touchscreen for optimum reliability and ruggedness. 

Exodus Advanced Communications
www.exoduscomm.com

RF Power Amplifier Solutions

Richardson RFPD, Inc. announced the availability and full design support capabilities for a featured lineup of RF power amplifier solutions from leading manufacturers. A variety of devices is available to meet a range of applications and system requirements, from discrete transistors to full RF front-end boards. The lineup includes power amplifier solutions from Analog Devices, Empower RF Systems, ERZIA, Guerrilla RF, MACOM, Microchip, NXP, Skyworks, Tagore Technology, TT Electronics, United Monolithic Semiconductors and Wolfspeed.

Richardson RFPD
www.richardsonrfpd.com

SOFTWARE

XFdtd® 3D EM Simulation Software

A full-featured electromagnetic (EM) simulation solver, XFdtd outpaces other methods in efficiency as the number of unknowns increases. XF 3D EM simulation software includes full-wave, static, bio-thermal, optimization and circuit solvers to tackle a wide variety of applications, including antenna design and placement, biomedical and SAR, EMI/EMC, microwave devices, radar and scattering, automotive radar and more. It also works with Remcom’s raytracing products to provide thorough simulation capability.

Remcom
www.remcom.com

Software Package

Rohde & Schwarz has introduced a new software package for its proven BBA300 RF amplifiers, designed for various test environments. The new software and intuitive operation enable users to accurately set the operating parameters of the amplifier and manage test sequences. The BBA300 provides stable, robust and precise test signals, across a continuous frequency range from 380 MHz to 6 GHz at up to 300 W output power. It supports amplitude, frequency, phase, pulse and complex OFDM modulation, making it ideal for laboratory and validation test environments, where precisely reproduced test signals are required.

Rohde & Schwarz
www.rohde-schwarz.com