New Products

BroadWave Technologies Inc.,
Franklin, IN
(317) 346-6101,
www.broadwavetech.com.

PIN Diode Switch

The model S2B-29-0JB is a SP2T high power reflective PIN diode switch that operates from 20 to 1000 MHz. Across the entire band, VSWR is less than 1.3, insertion loss is less than 1 dB and the isolation is greater than 40 dB. The switch is capable of handling up to 100 W CW of RF power with cold switching. With TTL compatible logic, the switching speed is less than 5 ms.

G.T. Microwave Inc.,
Randolph, NJ
(973) 361-5700,
www.gtmicrowave.com.

Diode Detectors

The model DZM020BB is a zero-bias Schottky diode detector that operates from 100 kHz to 2 GHz. These diodes feature a flat frequency response of 0.1 per 100 kHz and matched input for good VSWR of 1.3. This model is ideal for lab testing, power monitoring and level circuits. It offers a maximum input power of 200 mW CW and is available in either negative or positive output polarity.

Herotek Inc.,
San Jose, CA
(408) 941-8399,
www.herotek.com.

Double-balanced Mixers

The models HMC260LC3B, HMC292LC3B and HMC329LC3B are passive MMIC double-balanced mixers that exhibit conversion loss as low as 7.5 dB, and input IP3 as high as +21 dBm, while on-chip balun structures enable LO-to-IF and LO-to-RF isolations as high as 40 dB. Each mixer operates with an LO drive level as low as +9 dBm, and offers wide IF bandwidth of DC to 8 GHz. These 3×3 mm SMT packaged mixers are ideal for upconverter and downconverter applications in VSAT, microwave radio, test equipment and industrial/automotive sensor applications from 14 to 32 GHz.

Hittite Microwave Corp.,
Chelmsford, MA
(978) 250-3343,
www.hittite.com.

High Power Notch Combiner

This joint tactical radio system (JTRS) is a broadband data, voice and video acquisition system designed to provide seamless real-time communications among war fighters. This JTRS is a low loss high power notch combiner product designed to combine various transceivers to one antenna, while mitigating RF interferences with joint tactical information distribution system (JTIDS) platforms. This module is a three-port device. The low channel passes RF energy from DC to 920 MHz and the high channel passes from 1270 to 2000 MHz, while JTIDS signals are attenuated by 45 dB.

K&L Microwave,
Salisbury, MD
(410) 749-2424,
www.klmicrowave.com.

Low Profile Switch Bank

The model 6IFA-7250/9750-MP is a six channel high frequency low profile switch bank. This unit utilizes a +5 V power supply at 75 mA maximum. The switching speed is 50 ns and the filter’s bandwidths are < 10 percent. Typical VSWR is 2.0 and the maximum insertion loss is 10 dB at band centers. The unit features a 2.6 × 2.0 × 0.390 tall package with 2-56 heli-coil mounting.

Lorch Microwave,
Salisbury, MD
(410) 860-5100,
www.lorch.com.

Electromechanical Switches

These electromechanical switches utilize a non-molded cavity design that achieves a high
performance. The switches are available in a variety of mechanical and electrical configurations tailored to meet a system’s requirements. The DPDT transfer switch offers a miniature design with SMA connectors and is available up to 18 GHz. Options available include latching or failsafe actuator, suppression diodes and indicators. Delivery: one to two weeks ARO.

Microwave Communications
Laboratories Inc.,
Saint Petersburg, FL
(727) 344-6254,
www.mcli.com.

RF Switches

The model PE42672 SP7T and model PE42660 SP6T are RF switches that have been released on the HarP-enhanced UltraCMOS process and are designed for quad-band GSM and GSM/WCDMA handset applications. The former is said to be the world’s first monolithic SP7T switch with an on-board CMOS decoder. This highly integrated solution simplifies and lowers the cost of RF designs by reducing the overall part count by as many as six devices and 13 wire bonds. The PE42660 switch is drop-in compatible with the PE4263 GSM handset switch that was released at the end of 2004. Both devices have good RF performance levels offering exceptional linearity (PE42672: 2fo –85 dBc and 3fo –79 dBc; PE42660: 2fo –88 dBc and 3fo –85 dBc); IP3 better than +70 dBm; 1.5 KV ESD tolerance; 2.75 V operating voltage and ultra-low power consumption.

Peregrine Semiconductor,
San Diego, CA
(858) 731-9400,
www.psemi.com.

Band Reject Filter

The model 5BR5R65G-2R5G-CD-SFF is a band reject filter that offers an extended pass-band performance up to four times the notch frequency. The suspended substrate technology utilized allows these filters to perform with good extended frequency ranges. This model offers greater than 60 dBc rejection from 5.4 to 5.9 GHz while maintaining less than 2 dB of insertion loss from DC to 4.5 GHz and 7 to 20 GHz.

Planar Filter Co.,
Frederick, MD
(301) 662-5019,
www.planarfilter.com.

Reallocated 2 GHz BAS Filters

This line of filters is intended for the reallocated 2 GHz BAS spectrum. These units will help users to upgrade systems from the old 17 MHz band-width standard to the new 12 MHz bandwidth standard. These units feature insertion loss of less than 2.5 dB and rejection of greater than 25 dB at center frequency ±12 MHz. The company can manufacture these units at any center frequency from 1995.5 to 2652.5 MHz to help customers upgrade equipment.

Reactel Inc.,
Gaithersburg, MD
(301) 519-3660,
www.reactel.com.

Hermetic Electromechanical Switches

The RSMH series is a hermetic electromechanical switch that offers dependability of its design in a hermetic laser welded package. All seals are glass-to-metal or metal-to-metal with no epoxy used. These SPDT switches are sealed in a dry environment and will operate at –55° to +85°C in the most severe conditions. This series is available in break before make, latching or failsafe configurations.

Renaissance Electronics Corp.,
Harvard, MA (978) 772-7774,
www.rec-usa.com.

Four-way Power Divider

The model WPD-50/4N is a 50 W, four-way broadband Wilkinson power divider that covers an 800 to 2700 MHz frequency range. This divider offers a minimum of 20 dB (25 dB typical) of port-to-port isolation with an insertion loss of 1 dB nominal above the theoretical split. This model features an aluminum enclosure with N female connectors on all ports. Applications include antenna sharing, in-building systems and test and verification lab environments. Delivery: available from stock.

Trilithic Inc.,
Indianapolis, IN (800) 344-2412,
www.trilithic.com.

PIN Switches

The model CP10T-77308030-D2 and model CP4T-77305030-D2 are PIN diode-based SP10T and SP4T switches that operate at the RF frequency range between 75 to 78 GHz. The SP10T and SP4T switches offer 10 dB and 6 dB maximum insertion loss and greater than 30 dB isolation, respectively. The bias conditions for the switches are +5 VDC/160 mA, –5 VDC/0 mA for the SP10T version and +5 VDC/50 mA, –5 VDC/0 mA for the SP4T version, respectively. Size: SP10T: 2.75" × 1.7" × 1" and SP4T: 1.4" × 1.7" × 1".

WiseWave Technologies Inc.,
Torrance, CA (310) 539-8882, www.wisewave-inc.com.

Components

DC to 18 GHz Adapters

These broadband adapters virtually cover type-N/SMA and SMA-F to SMA-M interconnection needs within the DC to 18 GHz band. The adapters offer a passivated stainless steel construction that withstands tough environments. The 50 W adapters offer high performance features such as flat response and good VSWR. Price: $8.95 each (1–49).

Mini-Circuits,
Brooklyn, NY
(718) 934-4500,
www.minicircuits.com.

RF PXI Switch Modules

The models PXI-2596, PXI-2597, PXI-2598 and PXI-2599 are multiplexers, SPDT relays and transfer switch modules designed for routing RF or microwave signals in automated test applications. These modules offer 26.5 GHz switching in multiple PXI configurations for a complete switching solution on one platform. Engineers can now use these modules and the latest version of the company’s NI Switch Executive switch management software for PXI-based RF and microwave test applications. The switches, combined with the new per-path calibration capability of NI Switch Executive 2.1, offer modularity and programming flexibility for communication test systems.

National Instruments Corp.,
Austin, TX (800) 531-5066,
www.ni.com.

Direct Quadrature Demodulator

The model SRQ-2116Z is a high linearity, silicon germanium direct quadrature demodulator designed for direct conversion and low IF cellular base station and WiMAX receivers. The SRQ-2116Z is available in the industry-standard TSSOP-16 package. This device features high second- and third-order intermodulation suppression, high LO-RF isolation and good quadrature accuracy. Samples are available now and volume quantities will be available in Q1 2006.

Sirenza Microdevices,
Broomfield, CO (303) 327-3030,
www.sirenza.com.

Type N Male Connector

The model EZ-600-NMC-2 (3190-1387) is a no-solder EZ two-piece clamp-style connector for LMR-600. This connector features a combination hex/knurl coupling nut that allows tightening by hand or with a wrench. This model offers a slimmer design for easier handling and installation. It is assembled with two 15/16" wrenches and is compatible with the standard ST-600C prep tool. This connector is ideal for spread spectrum and ISM band applications up to 5.8 GHz and higher. Price: $20.90.

Times Microwave Systems,
Wallingford, CT (203) 949-8400,
www.timesmicrowave.com.

Amplifiers

mm-wave IC Expansion

The family of millimeter-wave integrated circuits has been expanded to include low cost, surface-mount amplifiers operating in the 20 to 40 GHz frequency range. The new product family consists of seven devices. The AMMP-6231 is a high performance, low noise amplifier ideally suited for 18 to 31 GHz receive chains. The AMMP-6345 and AMMP-5040 are driver amplifiers for 20 to 45 GHz broadband applications. The AMMP-5024 is a traveling-wave amplifier operating from 100 kHz to 40 GHz. Two others, AMMP-6425 and AMMP-6430, are high performance 1 W power amplifiers for use in frequencies from 17 to 33 GHz. Finally, the AMMP-6130 is a frequency multiplier with integral driver amplifier operating in the 30 GHz satellite band.

Agilent Technologies Inc.,
Semiconductor Products,
Palo Alto, CA (800) 235-0312,
www.agilent.com.

Detector Log Video Amplifier

The model LVD-812-50-ICW-LD1205 is an 8 to 12 GHz detector log video amplifier (DLVA) that offers a 42 dB dynamic range and typical frequency flatness of 0.4 dB. The VSWR is 2.5 and the TSS is –43.5 dBm typical. The CW-immunity is to –10 dBm while the logging range is –42 to 0 dBm and the log slope is 50 mV/dB. This DLVA was developed as a form, fit and function replacement for DLVAs no longer in production by other manufacturers. Size: 5.126" × 2.50" × 1".

American Microwave Corp.,
Frederick, MD (301) 662-4700,
www.americanmicrowavecorp.com.

Broadband Amplifiers

The model AMP100G3-20-20ES is a broadband amplifier that operates at a frequency range from 100 MHz to 3 GHz and has a minimum of 20 dB gain. This amplifier features a noise figure below 3 dB and a P1dB of at least +18 dBm. This model is equipped with N(f) input and output connectors and draws less than 200 mA in DC current. The unit contains a built-in bias tee that allows the +15 V input voltage to be injected into the output connector. These broadband amplifiers are ideal for wireless applications. Delivery: available from stock.

Amplical Corp.,
Verona, NJ (201) 919-2088,
www.amplical.com.

Booster Amplifier Accessories

This group of accessories add more versatility and functions to its battle-tested model KMW1030 booster amplifier. This model is a lightweight, manpack unit for tactical radio, developed for use in the toughest, most demanding applications. It operates in the 30 to 512 MHz frequency bands including SATCOM, and is available in 12 and 20 W configurations. This model can be supplied to operate from 12 or 24 VDC and boost 1 to 5 W of radio power to 20 W.

AR Worldwide • Modular RF,
Bothell, WA (425) 485-9000,
www.ar-worldwide.com.

Low Noise Amplifiers

This complete line of low noise amplifiers (LNA) includes several products. The wideband ultra low noise amplifiers operate in a frequency range from 3.1 to 11 GHz and offer a noise figure of 1 to 1.5 dB. The wideband low and medium power LNAs cover a frequency range from 0.5 to 18 GHz and feature a noise figure of 4 to 4.5 dB and P1dB of 10 to 12 dBm. The wideband high power LNAs operate in a frequency range from 2 to 18 GHz and offer a power out of 30 dBm. The wideband and high gain LNAs operate in a frequency range of 2 to 18 GHz and feature a power out of 17 dBm and gain of 70 dB.

Empower RF Systems Inc.,
Inglewood, CA (310) 412-8100,
www.empowerrf.com.

Solid-state Power Amplifiers

The S71000 Ku-band series of solid-state power amplifier (SSPA) modules range from 10 to 100 W of output power. These SSPAs provide good performance, reliability and cost effectiveness, all in a slim and compact package.

Locus Microwave Inc.,
State College, PA
(814) 861-3200,
www.locusmicrowave.com.

Power Amplifier

The model MAAPSS0076 is a RoHS-compliant 1880 to 1930 MHz DECT power amplifier for applications that require dual power modes, high gain and small size at a low cost. This amplifier offers a wide voltage operating range and is a dual mode power amplifier that maximizes system performance while reducing DC power consumption. The MAAPSS0076 is a three-stage power amplifier designed for digitally enhanced cordless telephone applications and is available in a lead-free 3 mm 12-lead PQFN plastic package. Price: $0.54 (10,000).

M/A-COM Inc.,
Lowell, MA (800) 366-2266,
www.macom.com.

TWT Amplifier

The model MT4400 is a weather-resistant, antenna mount traveling-wave tube (TWT) amplifier available for DBS-band applications at 750 and 500 W. The MT4400 is also available for C-, X- or Ku-band applications at 750 W. Tri-band is available upon request. Features include an advanced thermal design, rugged construction for extreme environments, optional handheld controller for complete local monitoring and control, prime power interfaces to a wide variety of voltages and frequencies, and field replaceable modules for serviceability.

MCL Inc.,
Bolingbrook, IL (630) 759-9500, www.mcl.com.

Low Noise Amplifier

The model PEC-12-50M40G-4R0-15-SFF is a low noise amplifier that operates in a frequency range from 50 MHz to 40 GHz. This amplifier has been developed to provide good gain flatness over an ultra-wide bandwidth. The model offers 12 dB of gain while providing a low midband noise figure of 4 dB. Production units are now available.

Planar Electronics Technology,
Frederick, MD
(301) 662-5019,
www.planarelectronicstechnology.com.

Successive Detection Log Video Amplifier

The model SDLVA-30M90-80 is a successive detection log video amplifier (SDLVA) designed to operate over the frequency range of 52 to 68 MHz. The input dynamic range is from –14 to –84 dBm while the logging range is –80 to 0 dBm typical. The limited IF output is 0 dBm, while the maximum RF input power is 0 dBm. The logging rise and fall times are 500 ns maximum, the slope is at 55 mV/dB and the propagation delay is 10 ns typical. Size: 3.75" × 1.50" × 0.50".

Planar Monolithics Industries Inc.,
Frederick, MD
(301) 631-1579,
www.planarmonolithics.com.

Wideband mm-wave Amplifiers

Four high performance wideband millimeter-wave amplifiers with industry-leading power bandwidth performance have been launched. The TGA4521 is a wideband millimeter-wave driver amplifier covering the 32 to 45 GHz frequency range, which has +25 dBm saturated output power and +24 dBm 1 dB compressed output power. The TGA4522 is a balanced version of the TGA4521, offering a higher output power capability with +27.5 dBm saturated and +27 dBm 1 dB compressed performance at 38 GHz. The TGA4046 is a balanced high power amplifier MMIC for Q-band applications, particularly military and commercial satellite uplink communications with a saturated output power of +33 dBm and 1 dB compressed power of +32 dBm. Finally, the TGA4040 is a medium power amplifier/frequency multiplier MMIC for a variety of applications including military and commercial satellite communications, electronic warfare, digital radio and instrumentation.

TriQuint Semiconductor Inc.,
Hillsboro, OR (503) 615-9000,
www.triquint.com.

Power Amplifiers

The model QPN-94042730-01 and model QPN-94043025-02 are W-band power ampli-fiers that operate from 92 to 96 GHz and offer 25 dB of gain, minimum. Two saturated output power levels are offered: QPN-94042730-01 at 27 dBm and QPN-94043025-02 at 30 dBm. DC requirements are +5 V at 2.0 A for 0.5 W output and 4.0 A for the 1 W output. Sizes: 2" × 1.4" × 1" for 0.5 W and 2.2" × 1.7" × 1.4" for 1 W, with WR-10 inputs and outputs. Fast modulation is available.

QuinStar Technology Inc.,
Torrance, CA
(310) 320-1111,
www.quinstar.com.

Antenna

Two-piece Grid Antenna

The model GS2-54-N is a high gain 24.8" × 16.5" two-piece grid antenna that was designed for use in the licensed Public Safety communications frequency band of 4.94 to 4.99 GHz as well as the unlicensed frequency bands from 5.25 to 5.85 GHz. The main reflector is precision die cast aluminum. The mount is designed to mate to a 2" OD pipe and an optional mast adapter kit is available for mast pipe sizes up to 4.5" diameter. Mount hardware used for assembly is stainless steel. The input for the feed is a type N female connector.

mWAVE Industries LLC,
Gorham, ME
(207) 857-3083,
www.mwavellc.com.

Device

LDMOS Power Transistor

The model PD21120R6 is an internally matched 120 W, 2170 MHz, 28 V RF LDMOS power transistor. This device was designed for push-pull WCDMA/UMTC applications. It provides over 14 dB of gain at 2170 MHz, with 22 percent efficiency during 20 W average power conditions, and 13 dB of gain with 48 percent efficiency during 120 W P1dB CW conditions. The device is capable of handling a 10:1 VSWR.

Peak Devices Inc.,
Boulder, CO
(720) 406-1221,
www.peakdevices.com.

Hardware

Packageless Transceiver

This commercial introduction of an integrated transceiver board solution is designed to elimi-nate 30 percent of the typical mechanical packaging cost from conventional modules, while preserving 100 percent of electrical performance. The proprietary packaging technique used is called Epsilon Packaging.™ In addition to cost reduction, Epsilon Packaging significantly reduces the size and weight of a typical transceiver subassembly. This is accomplished by replacing heavy-weight metal mechanical items with plated FR-4 and injection molded metallized plastics.

Endwave Corp.,
Sunnyvale, CA
(408) 522-3127,
www.endwave.com.

Integrated Circuit

SoC ZigBee Solution

The CC2430 family is a system-on-chip (SoC) ZigBee solution providing on-chip programmable flash memory as well as a certified ZigBee software stack, all on a single silicon die. It is based on the company’s SmartRF03 technology platform in 0.18 mm CMOS and is available in a 7 × 7 mm, 48 pin package. The CC2430 SoC family comprises three products – CC2430-F32, CC2430-F64 and CC2430-F128 – the difference being the flash configurations of 32, 64 and 128 kBytes with each configuration having 8 kBytes of RAM and other powerful supporting features.

Chipcon AS,
Oslo, Norway
(+47) 22 95 85 44,
www.chipcon.com.

Material

Prepregs and Laminates

The TLG-2.9 and 3.0 are low loss bromine-free prepregs and laminates designed with a low dissipation factor of Df = 0.0030 to 0.0038 at 10 GHz – thickness dependent. These “green” materials are designed for military, RF and high speed digital markets, where a homogeneous dielectric constant throughout the laminate is desirable. The TLG-2.9 and 3.0 were designed and beta tested on thick backpanels with the intent to improve the ease of fabrication in difficult designs.

Taconic,
Petersburgh, NY
(518) 658-3202,
www.taconic-add.com.

Source

Coaxial Resonator Oscillator

The model CRO3250A is an L-band coaxial resonator oscillator (CRO) that utilizes voltage-controlled oscillator (VCO) technology and is geared for the point-to-multi point radio market. This model utilizes a coaxial resonator, which greatly increases the Q of the VCO therefore optimizing the performance by delivering low phase noise performance in a low cost, compact package. This model is designed for narrowband operation and offers a tuning bandwidth within 0.5 to 4.5 VDC of control voltage with an average tuning sensitivity of 13 MHz/V for easy integration with PLL ICs. Size: 0.50" × 0.50" × 0.22". Delivery: stock to four weeks.

Z-Communications Inc.,
San Diego, CA
(858) 621-2700,
www.zcomm.com.

Test Equipment

Digital Spectrum Monitoring

A new test capability, the PN95-DSM digital spectrum monitoring (DSM) option has been added to the expanding PN9500 phase noise test system. The PN9500 with DSM performs a much wider range of high frequency measurements within one modular system. The DSM option allows the user to view the spectrum of a signal in the same way as a spectrum analyzer and also integrates specific processes that are ideal for radar testing. The PN95-DSM measures power level, power variation, adjacent channel power and harmonic distortion, and more measurements are possible by setting markers. The user can perform narrowband spectrum analysis, but can also opt to measure any wideband spectrum from DC to 18 GHz.

Aeroflex Inc.,
Plainview, NY
(516) 694-6700,
www.aeroflex.com.

Compact Spectrum Analyzer

This compact spectrum analyzer (CSA) is the first in a series of intuitive, low cost spectrum analyzers that enable technicians, and R&D and manufacturing engineers to make complicated RF measurements with speed, ease and confidence. Available in 3 and 6 GHz models, the CSA incorporates a full-featured, general-purpose spectrum analyzer with an internal VSWR bridge and tracking generator. This enables users to easily and accurately characterize single and dual-port devices. The built-in measurement help leads users through each measurement task step by step and its modern connectivity simplifies tasks such as remote control, data transfer and firmware upgrade. Also, its convenient form factor, low weight and battery operation make it suitable for installation and maintenance of communications systems.

Agilent Technologies Netherlands B.V.,
Amstelveen, The Netherlands
+31 20 547 2000,
www.agilent.com.

Signal Generator Enhancements

Pulse modulation enhancements to the MG3690B signal generators result in more precise and convenient simulation of pulsed signals used in civilian and military radar applications. These enhancements provide more narrow leveled pulses, increased resolution when using the internal pulse generator, and include higher frequency internal waveform generators to simulate modulated signals. The signal generator’s pulse modulation performance responds to emerging needs of radar systems, especially those operating in the 1 to 2 GHz L-band such as air traffic control, traffic and collision avoidance systems, joint tactical information distribution system and other distance measuring equipment.

Anritsu Ltd.,
Luton, Bedfordshire, UK
+44 1582 433433,
www.anritsu.com.

Vector Network Analyzer

The R&S ZVA24 is introduced as the high end model of the vector network analyzer family, comes with two or four test ports and is designed to operate in the frequency range from 10 MHz to 24 GHz. Characteristics include a dynamic range of more than 145 dB, an IF bandwidth of up to 1 MHz and a measurement speed of 3.5 ms per test point. It has versatile measurement capabilities and high flexibility, making it suitable for balanced measurements as well as complex measurements on frequency-converting active components such as amplifiers, mixers or frequency converters for mobile radio, WLAN, SAT or other RF applications. The vector network analyzer offers ample functionality even in its basic version, which can be expanded with a variety of options.

Rohde & Schwarz GmbH & Co. KG,
Munich, Germany
+49 89 4129-13779,
www.rohde-schwarz.com.