RF & Microwave Industry News

Sources

Sources Synthesized Telemetry Transmitter The ST400QF series airborne synthesized patented FEHER quadrature phase-shift keying (QPSK) telemetry transmitter doubles the information bandwidth (when compared to conventional PCM-FM) while utilizing class C power amplifiers, which maintain the power efficiency associated with standard FM transmitters. Available in 2, 5, 8 and 10...
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Systems

Systems Microwave Radios These microwave radio systems are designed for all frequency bands between 20 and 40 GHz and have a transmission capacity from 1.5 to 34 Mbps, satisfying both European and North American standards. Configuration, settings and surveillance take place remotely using a Web-based PC interface. Each microwave...
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Subsystems

Subsystems PCS-CDMA Repeater The model USRU-1900 compact, in-building PCS-CDMA repeater has an input level of –100 to –50 dBm and a gain of 60 dB. The compact, cost-effective unit offers low power consumption and easy installation. Ace Technology, Chatsworth, CA (818) 718-1534. Radio Modem Transceiver The model RF9600 radio...
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Test Equipment

Test Equipment Direct-sequence Spread Spectrum Board The model DEV6143 full-duplex-mode reprogrammable development board, in conjunction with the company’s SX043 and SX061, provides a prototype platform for users and allows designers to set up internal registers to perform a complete evaluation of an IC. The unit’s full-duplex mode consolidates the...
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Amplifiers

Amplifiers 50 W Broadband Power Amplifier This high performance 50 W RF power amplifier covers a broad frequency range from 500 to 1000 MHz. The amplifier is available as a 28 V DC module and features a gain of 30 dB (typ). The unit is also available as a...
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Antennas

Antennas Embedded OEM Component Antennas The Performa series embedded original equipment manufacturer (OEM) component antennas operate in the 2.4 and 5 GHz frequency bands and are designed specifically to enhance machine-to-machine communications in wireless LAN and remote monitoring applications. The antennas rely on the company’s patent-pending C-Planar™ technology, which...
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Devices

Devices 600 W Magnetron The model IMG-915-600WA 915 MHz CW fixed-tuned, permanent magnet-focused magnetron features ceramic-metal construction, air cooling and rugged construction for laboratory and low power production industrial applications. Smooth power control from 120 to 600 W may be achieved by varying the anode voltage. The unique cathode...
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Integrated Circuits

Integrated Circuits MMIC Power Amplifier Chips The TGA1073A, B, C and G power amplifier MMIC devices cover the 19 to 41 GHz frequency band and were designed using the company’s 0.25 mm power pHEMT GaAs production process to provide the highest possible millimeter-wave performance. These devices may be operated...
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Materials

Materials Foam Powder ECCOSTOCK“ FFP is a one-part, free-flowing syntactic foam powder for low loss, low dielectric constant and low thermal conductivity microwave applications. It infiltrates densely populated electronic packages, filling open spaces around delicate components. This epoxy-based material can be cured at temperatures as low as 100°C (212°F),...
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Packaging

Packaging Integrated Package The UltraPack™ integrated package for high powered microwave amplifiers is capable of operating in three different modes, including impingement cooling mode, common horizontal cooling mode and natural convection mode. For the first time, pins are implanted directly into the microwave housing base, eliminating the heat sink’s...
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