Mini-Circuits Introduces New RF Modular Test Systems for Automated Test Setups Mini-Circuits has introduced its new RF Modular Test Systems, a line of modular switch systems designed to offer flexibility and customizable functionality for automated test setups. The systems are based on a smart modular controller that provides a single interface, complete with software and applications support....

Lexicon of Balun and Transformer Configurations RF baluns and transformers may be some of the most challenging components to select for a given system design. For starters, baluns and transformers are used for a wide variety of functions which partly determine the appropriate configuration for a given application. These functions include (but aren’t limited to):...

BAT-30+ Fixed Attenuator by Mini-Circuits The BAT-30+ from Mini-Circuits is an MMIC Fixed Attenuator that operates from DC to 60 GHz. It provides 30 dB of attenuation and can handle an input power of 0.9 W with a return loss of 21 dB. This bi-directional attenuator is fabricated using a highly reliable and repeatable GaAs semiconductor process....

Configure your Ideal Test System Online – Fast Quote & Delivery RF TEST SOLUTIONS: Configure. Quote. Test. Build Your Ideal RF Test System with 3 Customizable Chassis & 100+ Modular Hardware Options. Mini-Circuits’ modular switch systems offer flexibility, customizable functionality, and fast turnaround for automated test setups. Choose one of Mini-Circuits' standard benchtop or rack-mount...

ZVE-0234LNX-K+ RF Amplifier by Mini-Circuits The ZVE-0234LNX-K+ from Mini-Circuits is a GaAs Low Noise Amplifier (LNA) that operates from 2 to 30 GHz. It provides a gain of 16 dB with a noise figure of 4.5 dB and an output P1dB of +15 dBm. This LNA is fabricated using Mini-Circuits’ GaAs, pHEMT technology and offers a very...

Mini-Circuits New Model Alert: New GaAs pHEMT LNA Delivers High Gain with Low DC Power from 8 to 24 GHz 8 GHz to 24 GHz, Wideband pHEMT LNA, Low Noise & Power Consumption Over 3 Full Octaves Mini-Circuits’ new PMA4-8243LN+ is a GaAs pHEMT MMIC low noise amplifier covering three full octaves of operating bandwidth...

Interview: Mini-Circuits Enters Automotive Market with uCeramIQ LTCC Products Aaron Vaisman, uCeramIQ Business Unit Leader at Mini-Circuits, and Justin Boyle, Global Market Manager, T&M, Quantum and Automotive at Mini-Circuits recently spoke with Pat Hindle from Microwave Journal about the company’s entry into the market for automotive electronics and connectivity, its line of AEC-Q200 qualified uCeramIQ...

Mini-Circuits Launches Wideband Digital Step Attenuator from 0.1 to 24 GHz Mini-Circuits has introduced the ZX76-24G-30-S+, a 50 ohm coaxial solid-state digital step attenuator designed for wideband RF applications spanning 0.1 to 24 GHz. Engineered for precision and flexibility, the attenuator offers programmable attenuation from 0 to 31.5 dB in 0.5 dB steps, providing fine control over signal levels...

AN-75-036 – A Technique for Surface Mounting High-Performance, HK-Series μCeramIQ™ Components for Low-Volume PCBs 1.0 Proper SMT Soldering of μCeramIQ™ Components Mini-circuits’ HK-series of μCeramIQ™ high-performance components may be correctly soldered to printed circuit boards, provided that the proper level of care and precision is utilized and that an appropriate methodology is applied when taking steps...

Mini-Circuits New Model Alert: 31.5 dB Step Attenuator Covers 0.1 to 24 GHz 100 MHz to 24 GHz, Digital Step Attenuator, 0 to 31.5 dB Level Control Mini-Circuits’ new ZX76-24G-30-S+ adds another option to our growing lineup of wideband digital step attenuators, now available in 24, 43.5, 50 and 65 GHz models. This model covers...