Mini-Circuits New Model Alert: Tiny QFN MMIC Gain Blocks LEE1-Series, SWAP-C Countdown!, High-Dynamic-Range MMIC Amplifiers in 1.5 x 1.5mm Footprint for Satcom, Microwave Backhaul & More! Mini-Circuits counting down the size of their popular LEE-series of MMIC amplifiers, with new models housed in ultra-tiny 1.5 x 1.5mm 6-lead QFN-style packages. These InGaP HBT-based designs support...
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What Devices Support Wi-Fi 7? Wi-Fi 7, formally known as IEEE 802.11be, is the latest generation of Wi-Fi technology. It delivers extremely high throughput (theoretical peaks up to tens of gigabits per second) along with improved capacity and low latency using features like 320 MHz ultra-wide channels, Multi-Link Operation (MLO), and 4096-QAM modulation. The Wi-Fi...
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Navigating Wi-Fi®7 Certification for Device OEMs Wi-Fi® 7 gives device OEMs and their customers a host of advantages over previous generations, starting with double the channel width (320 MHz) of Wi-Fi 6/6E, as well as a higher modulation scheme (4K QAM) to pack 20% more bits into each channel. It also leverages its predecessors with Multi-Link...
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HTX2G01P3K0CC-T RF Amplifier by Watech Electronics The HTX2G01P3K0CC-T from Watech Electronics is an LDMOS Power Amplifier (PA) that operates from 0.4 to 100 MHz. It delivers a saturated output power of 3000 W (CW) and 4000 W (pulsed). This PA provides a gain of approximately 32 dB (CW) and 34 dB (pulsed), with an efficiency of up to 69% (CW) and 74% (pulsed)....
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ATEK950P6 Switched Filter Bank by ATEK MIDAS The ATEK950P6 from ATEK MIDAS is a Sub-Octave Switch Filter Bank that operates from 2 to 8000 MHz. It consists of an SP8T switch followed by 7 fixed frequency bandpass filters which are followed by another SP8T switch. The 8th arm of each SP8T switch is used to send the...
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RF / Microwave Coaxial Cables for Test and Measurement Applications (CBL-series vs. CBN-series) In this short explainer video, Mini-Circuits’ Product Manager for Test Accessories and Interconnect Products, Mitch Haft presents two families of RF coaxial cable models for test and measurement applications: the CBL-series of general purpose test cables (DC to 18 GHz) and the...
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Lumped Element Filters: A Compact, Low-Frequency Filtering Option Knowles Precision Devices is well known for expertise in delivering high-performance mmWave filtering options. But did you know that Knowles Precision Devices also excels at providing a wide variety of lower-frequency filtering options using a lumped element filter construction? In this blog post, Knowles Precision Devices explores...
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Cellular and GNSS Antennas for Virtual Livestock Fences and Smart Grazing Beef prices are at record highs because the U.S. cattle herd hasn’t been this small since 1951. The chronic shortage is due to drought and a host of other factors driving up the cost of raising cattle. As the value of each head soars, so does...
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Industry Standard M.2 Footprints Explained What Every Engineer Needs to Know Before Designing In a Wi-Fi Module Some wireless module datasheets list an M.2 form factor and call it done. What they don't tell you is that "M.2" is not a single specification — it's a family of mechanical form factors, keying configurations, and interface...
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Coilcraft's New low inductance power inductors are ideal for low voltage high-current DC-DC converters The KTA5050 Series molded power inductors offer ultra-low inductance values starting from 65 nH, making them ideal for today’s low-voltage, high-current DC-DC converters. Designed for single-phase and multiphase VRMs and PoL regulators, the KTA5050 delivers fast transient response, high current handling,...
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