Fast-Tune Frequency Synthesizer

MLVS-Series Frequency Synthesizers 50 MHz to 21 GHz: Micro Lambda Wireless announced the production release of a new smaller and lower cost frequency synthesizer designed for

low noise and fast-tune applications. A standard frequency model is available covering 500 MHz to 20 GHz with options to cover down to 50 MHz and up to 21 GHz in a single unit.  

Phase noise at 5 GHz and 10 kHz offset of -130 dBc/Hz while at 10 GHz the phase noise is -125 dBc/Hz at 10 kHz offset, both industry leaders.

Micro Lambda Wireless
microlambdawireless.com

OMT

Model SAT-FU-18819-S1 is a WR-19 orthomode transducer (OMT) that operates between 40 and 60 GHz. It separates a circular or elliptical polarized waveform into two linear, orthogonal waveforms or combines two linear polarized waveforms into one circular or elliptical polarized waveform. The OMT shows high port isolation and high cross-polarization cancellation while providing a low insertion loss. It is configured with a 0.188” x 0.188” square waveguide for the antenna port and two WR-19 waveguides for the horizontal and vertical ports. All ports have standard UG-383/U-M flanges.

SAGE Millimeter
sagemillimeter.com

Peak and Pulse Power Sensor

LadyBug Technologies’ LB679A Peak and Pulse Sensor utilizes patented No-Zero and Zero Aware Technology to deliver high accuracy statistical pulse information without zeroing the sensor before use. The USB Sensor offers frequency coverage from 50 MHz to 18 GHz, (20 GHz with an SMA or 3.3mm connector). The product’s broad frequency range combined with good sensitivity make them ideal for satellite, radar, and defense applications. The LB680A is a similar sensor that adds pulse profiling capability. These measurements provide a visual time domain trace of the pulse power profile. Both sensors are provided with a suite of software that includes programmatic support for ATE builders. Triggering, Recorder Output and Optional connectors are available.

LadyBug Technologies LLC                     
ladybug-tech.com

Internally Swept Right-Angle Adapters

SGMC Microwave offers an extensive line of 2.4mm, 2.92mm, 3.5mm, and SMA Precision Right Angle “Internally Swept Contacts” In-Series and Between-Series adapters suited for all your application needs.  Ruggedized 303 Stainless Steel (Passivated) construction for repeatability and reliability with captivated internally swept center contacts. Low VSWR and insertion loss. Please visit our website or contact us directly to find out more about our Precision Right Angle Coaxial Connectors. Same day shipping is available from our stocking distributor C.W. Swift & Associates.

SGMC Microwave
sgmcmicrowave.com

Design Software

NI AWR Design Environment V13 specifically addresses design challenges associated with highly-integrated RF/microwave components commonly found in communications and radar systems. Emphasis in the V13 release was placed on several facets of the software’s end-user use model. These include the design environment – enhancements to the UI as well as new additions to design flow automation inclusive of synthesis, file format standards import/export and third-party links; simulation engines – harmonic balance, system-level and planar as well as arbitrary 3D EM solver improvements; physical design for streamlining PCB design across various vendor tools, and layout editing commands; and lastly user support that brings new facets to the software in terms of interactive guided help and knowledge base content.

National Instruments
awrcorp.com

Hybrid Coupler

KRYTAR announced a 180-degree hybrid coupler that delivers 3 dB of coupling over the full frequency range of 10 to 40 GHz in a single, compact package. Hybrid couplers perform many functions, including splitting and combining signals in amplifiers, switching circuits, and antenna beam-forming networks used in a wide range of commercial and military applications. KRYTAR’s hybrid coupler, Model 4100400, delivers this versatility from 10 to 40 GHz with excellent phase and amplitude matching.

KRYTAR
krytar.com

Comb (Harmonic) Generator

Herotek has designed ultra-broadband comb generators with output frequency spectrum (from 1-75 GHz) in a single unit. Our Comb Generators are used for Frequency Multipliers, Frequency Synthesizers, and built-in test source. Ideal frequency multiplication base element for generation of milliimeterwave frequencies. Typical output power per picket -15 dBm up to 20 GHz  and to -55 dBm at 60-75 GHz.

Output frequency starts from 2nd harmonic of the input frequency and up.

Herotek
herotek.com

RF Transceiver Design Course
Sep 25 – Sep 29, 2017, San Jose CA 

This course is intended for design, application and test engineers as well as technicians interested in learning about the system aspect of the radio design space covering the entire signal chain from antenna to bits and back. The aim is to apply intuitive system design methods to dissect the radio modem at RF, analog and digital domains with emphasis on: a) physical understanding of the interaction between components and different radio architectures and b) quantitative performance evaluation using simple hand calculations and simulation. Throughout the course, students will be exposed not only to theoretical analysis but also to concrete examples of radio architectures from existing commercial systems (LTE, WCDMA, GSM, WLAN, Bluetooth, etc.).

Besser Associates
besserassociates.com

MMIC Amps and More 

AMCOM Communications offers a wide selection of RF Transistors, Power Amplifier GaN/GaAs MMICs and Power Amplifier Modules. We regularly release new cutting-edge products. Our MMIC Amplifiers include GaN MMIC Power Amplifiers, GaN MMICs, GaAs MMICs, GaAs MMICs for VSAT & ITU Applications. AMCOM has all the expertise, manpower, space, and equipment for manufacturing state-of-the-art products. Some of our capabilities are: active device design, MMIC design, and power amplifier module design.

AMCOM
amcomusa.com

VNA Brings Excellent Performance

The new R&S ZNLE vector network analyzer from Rohde & Schwarz brings excellent RF performance and faster measurements to the economy class. This easy-to-use instrument is the lightest, most compact VNA in its class, making S parameter measurements as easy as ABC. Rohde & Schwarz has launched the R&S ZNLE vector network analyzer to address the requirements of customers looking to perform RF measurements to characterize components such as antennas, attenuators, filters and PCBs. The new standalone instrument weighs only 6 kg and has a footprint of just 408 mm x 235 mm, saving up to two thirds of space on the workbench compared with competitive VNAs.

Rohde & Schwarz
rohde-schwarz.com

Power Amp

RFMW announced design and sales support for a multi-stage power amplifier designed for WiFi applications. The Qorvo RFPA5218 consumes less than 1.7W of DC power while providing +25dBm output power at an EVM of -30dBm (MCS7, HT20/40 standard). Applicable for access points and wireless routers operating in the 2412 to 2484MHz frequency range, the RFPA5218 offers 32dB of gain. Packaged as a 3x3mm QFN. 

RFMW
rfmw.com

Switches

Pasternack’s new series of single-pole single-throw (SPST) and double-pole double-throw (DPDT) PIN diode waveguide switches consists of four models with fully integrated WR10 and WR12 waveguide ports covering popular E-band (60 to 90 GHz) and W-band (75 to 110 GHz) frequencies.  Switch circuits integrate low loss Fin-line assemblies with high performance GaAs beam-lead diodes that results in 4 dB typical insertion loss, greater than 25 dB of Isolation and fast switching speed < 300 nsec. These waveguide PIN diode switches incorporate TTL driver circuitry with an SMA connector control port for ease of use. 

Pasternack
pasternack.com