Mini-Circuits New Model Alert- 1x1mm MMIC Fixed Attenuators

Mini-Circuits New Model Alert- 1x1mm MMIC Fixed Attenuators

Mini-Circuits New Model Alert- 1x1mm MMIC Fixed Attenuators DC to 45 GHz, The Industry's Smallest Fixed Attenuators, 0-10 dB Attenuation in 1x1mm Footprint The new XAT-Series redefines RF miniaturization with the industry's smallest MMIC fixed attenuators. Housed in an ultra-compact 2-lead, 1×1 mm QFN package, these attenuators enable significant PCB space savings for next-generation high-density...
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Impact of Additive Phase Noise on Frequency Multiplier Chains for SATCOM

Impact of Additive Phase Noise on Frequency Multiplier Chains for SATCOM

Impact of Additive Phase Noise on Frequency Multiplier Chains for SATCOM Mini-Circuits Vice President of Engineering, Joe Merenda discusses the impact of additive phase noise on frequency multiplier chains using SATCOM frequency converter example. The talk covers BUC reference design, PLL schematic diagram, brass board implementation, spectral analysis, filter technologies, additive phase noise theory, cascade...
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GNA-63-5W+ RF Amplifier by Mini-Circuits

GNA-63-5W+ RF Amplifier by Mini-Circuits

GNA-63-5W+ RF Amplifier by Mini-Circuits The GNA-63-5W+ from Mini-Circuits is a GaN MMIC Power Amplifier (PA) that operates from 10 MHz to 6 GHz. It is designed for high-power RF applications requiring high efficiency, excellent linearity, and a compact footprint. This PA delivers a saturated output power of +38.5 dBm (~6 W) with a large-signal gain of...
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SSG-R7N6GD-RC Signal Generator by Mini-Circuits

SSG-R7N6GD-RC Signal Generator by Mini-Circuits

SSG-R7N6GD-RC Signal Generator by Mini-Circuits The SSG-R7N6GD-RC from Mini-Circuits is a Dual-Channel Signal Generator that operates from 700 to 6000 MHz. It is designed to provide a cost-effective broadband signal source for bench and production test applications requiring high output power and flexible signal generation. This signal generator supports two independently tunable channels and can generate CW,...
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Using Generalized Multi-Dimensional Data Files to Model Amplifier Temperature and DC Operating Point Dependence within the Amplifier2 Behavioral Model in ADS®

Using Generalized Multi-Dimensional Data Files to Model Amplifier Temperature and DC Operating Point Dependence within the Amplifier2 Behavioral Model in ADS®

Using Generalized Multi-Dimensional Data Files to Model Amplifier Temperature and DC Operating Point Dependence within the Amplifier2 Behavioral Model in ADS® This application note serves as a companion to Mini-Circuits previous application note “Using S-Parameter Files to Model Small-and Large-Signal Amplifier Performance in ADS®”. Mini-Circuits characterizes its amplifiers across multiple operating conditions, including temperature and...
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Cascade System Analysis Using Amplifier2 Behavioral Models in Keysight ADS®

Cascade System Analysis Using Amplifier2 Behavioral Models in Keysight ADS®

Cascade System Analysis Using Amplifier2 Behavioral Models in Keysight ADS® This application note complements Mini-Circuits previous note, “Using Generalized Multi-Dimensional Data Files to Model Amplifier Temperature and DC Operating Point Dependence within the Amplifier2 Behavioral Model in ADS®”. Mini-Circuits characterizes its amplifiers across multiple operating conditions, including temperature and DC bias, and publishes the resulting...
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8 Connector Care Myths You Need to Know

8 Connector Care Myths You Need to Know

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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