8 Connector Care Myths You Need to Know Often the most overlooked part of any RF measurement is the high-frequency interconnections, including connectors, cables, and adapters. In this article, we will refer to the entire family as RF connectors. By exploring misconceptions about RF connectors, we can improve the overall quality of our RF measurements....
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How to Tune the TSS 23ULN+ MMIC LNA to Operate at 950-1700 MHz In this video, Mini-Circuits Technical Marketing Engineer Chris DeMartino explains how to tune the TSS 23ULN+ MMIC LNA, which operates from 10 to 2000 MHz to the specific band of 950-1700 MHz, including the application circuit. Here is a link to the...
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SatGen Real-Time+ for HIL GNSS Simulation, Now Available LabSat SatGen Real-Time+ adds closed-loop HIL GNSS simulation to LabSat 4, generating live multi-constellation RF signals from NMEA data for lab-based testing. Your NMEA source. Live GNSS RF. In the lab. When your system depends on accurate position and time, you need to test it against signals...
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ATEK256P3 RF Switch by ATEK MIDAS The ATEK256P3 from ATEK MIDAS is a RF Switch with Frequency DC to 18 GHz, Insertion Loss 1.8 to 2.8 dB, Isolation 43 to 50 dB, P1dB 24 dBm, P1dB 0.25 W. Tags: Surface Mount, Solid State Switches. More details for ATEK256P3 can be seen below. Product Details Part Number: ATEK256P3...
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ATN09-0070CSP1 Fixed Attenuator by Marki Microwave The ATN09-0070CSP1 from Marki Microwave is a GaAs MMIC Attenuator that operates from DC to 70 GHz. It provides 9.1 dB of attenuation with a flatness of 0.6 dB. This attenuator can handle an input power of up to 1 W and has a return loss of 19 dB. It is...
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CMX994EF Front End Module by CML Microcircuits The CMX994EF from CML Micro is a Direct Conversion Receiver IC. It is designed to perform frequency conversion from RF to baseband with excellent transient response during power up/down, enabling faster switching and improved power efficiency in TDMA systems. This receiver is based on an architecture that consists of an...
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Explore 12 new MMIC products from ATEK MIDAS ATEK MIDAS is proud to introduce 12 new MMIC products, delivering breakthrough performance across compact filtering, GaN power, and low-noise amplification—designed to help engineers advance today’s most demanding RF, microwave, radar, and SIGINT systems. Here are some of the key new products released this quarter. This latest...
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Qorvo QPC2180 0.1 - 8GHz SP8T Switch Key Features Frequency Range: 0.10 to 8.0 GHz Insertion Loss: < 0.6 dB @ 4 GHz Typical Isolation: >30 dB High Linearity with 72 dBm Switching Speed: 400 ns Digital Control with CMOS Compatibility Qorvo’s QPC2180 is a Single-Pole, Eight-Throw (SP8T) reflective switch. Operating from 0.1 to 8...
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Qorvo QPF4609E 6 GHz Wi-Fi 7 High Power Front End Module Key Features 5945 – 7125 MHz PSAT = +32 dBm Optimized for +5 V Operation DC Power = 1.4 W at +24 dBm 32 dB Tx Gain 1.8 dB Noise Figure 14.5 dB Rx Gain & 6.5 dB Bypass Loss 25 dB 2.4 GHz Rejection on Rx Path...
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Navigating the New EU Cybersecurity Requirements and Compliance Options Although the European Union’s Radio Equipment Directive (RED) applies to its 27 member states, it’s relevant for many North American device OEMs, too. An example is those with multinational enterprise customers, especially ones that prefer the simplicity of working with a single supplier. Another example is OEMs that...
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