L-Band VCO: CLV1750A-LF Features Ultra Low Phase Noise

SAN DIEGO, July 18, 2008: Z-Communications, Inc. announces a new RoHS compliant VCO (Voltage-Controlled Oscillator) model CLV1750A-LF in L-band. The CLV1750A-LF operates from 1690-1810 MHz with a tuning voltage range of 0.5-4.5 Vdc. This VCO features a typical phase noise of -104 dBc/Hz@10KHz offset and a typical tuning sensitivity of 50 MHz/V.

The CLV1750A-LF is designed to deliver a typical output power of 5 dBm at 5V DC supply while drawing 27 mA (typical) over the temperature range of -40º to 85ºC. This VCO features typical 2^nd harmonic suppression of -15 dBc and comes in Z-Comm’s industry standard MINI package measuring 0.50 in. x 0.50 in. x 0.22 in. It is available in tape and reel packaging for production requirements. The CLV1750A-LF is also ideal for automated surface mount assembly and reflow.

CLV1750A-LF is well suited for WiMAX base stations and satellite communication applications that require ultra low phase noise performance. Additional specifications for this product can be found on-line at http://www.zcomm.com/webstore/ProductInfo.aspx?productid=CLV1750A-LF .