Tampa, FL and Huntington Beach,
CA (August 17, 2017) – Modelithics and Vanguard Electronics recently collaborated
to develop S-Parameter models for multiple inductor and transformer components
from Vanguard. Associated S-parameter files are also available* to designers
as free downloads, from Modelithics' website, for use in RF design simulations.
The S-parameter models (with additional features) are conveniently included
in the SPAR Library contained within the Modelithics® COMPLETE Library.
The new S-parameter models and S-parameter data files are now available for
selected component values from seven inductor families, including the 26,000
(1111 case size), 26,200 (1111), 27,000 (1111), 30,000 (1111), 33,000 (1613),
34,000 (1613), and 50,000 (0708) series. Transformer S-parameter data is also
now available for the R-series, S-series, M-series, and K-series.
The models and data files offer simulation of each component up to 6 GHz
on a single specified substrate. For each series, a detailed S-parameter model
datasheet has been developed that outlines important measurement details, such
as substrate, land pattern, reference planes, available part values, and frequency
range. The datasheets also include representative S-parameter data plots for
each inductor and transformer series.
The S-parameter model (SPAR) format is a convenient packaged configuration
of S-parameter data for each inductor and transformer family. The model is formatted
to work seamlessly with popular EDA tools, including Keysight ADS, Keysight
Genesys, and NI AWR Design Environment. SPAR models have some very useful capabilities
that are beyond those of individual S-parameter files. They are accessible directly
from the palette or part selector in the EDA software environment. In addition,
one S-parameter model contains the measurement data for all indicated values,
so the component value can be selected within in the model without removing
and replacing a new element into the schematic. This part-value selectability
feature also allows for discrete optimization when using the SPAR models alone
or in combination with other active and passive models within the Modelithics
COMPLETE Library.
Vanguard Electronics is a Strategic Modelithics Vendor Partner (MVP) and
is currently sponsoring free 30-day trials of all Vanguard models in the Modelithics
library. This can be requested on the Vanguard Electronics MVP page:
https://www.modelithics.com/MVP/Vanguard,
then click on "Free Trial". For more information about the new models or about
the Modelithics Vendor Partner program, contact Modelithics at
sales@modelithics.com.
*With approval
About Modelithics, Inc.
Modelithics, Inc. (www.modelithics.com)
was formed in 2001 to address the industry-wide need for high-accuracy RF and
microwave active and passive simulation models for use in Electronic Design
Automation (EDA). Modelithics' premium product is the Modelithics® COMPLETE
Library, which includes the CLR Library™, containing measurement-based Microwave
Global Models™ for a multitude of commercially-available passive component
families, the NLD Library™ (non-linear diode models) the NLT Library™ (non-linear
transistor models), and the SLC Library™ (system level component models). Modelithics'
services also address a wide range of custom RF and microwave measurement and
modeling needs. Modelithics® is a registered trademark of Modelithics,
Inc. Microwave Global Models™, CLR Library™, NLD Library™, NLT Library™,
and the SLC Library™ are also trademarks of Modelithics, Inc. The Modelithics
Vendor Partner Program allows for collaboration and open communication during
the development of advanced data sets and models for commercially available
microwave components and devices, with flexible sponsorship and distribution
arrangements for the resulting data and models. An example of such an arrangement
is the Modelithics Qorvo GaN Library, a fully sponsored library distributed
for free by Modelithics under sponsorship of Qorvo®.
About Vanguard Electronics
Vanguard Electronics has been an industry leader for over 60 years in the
design and manufacture of inductors and transformers. With a reputation for
reliability in demanding environments Vanguard is a preferred supplier to major
contractors in the Defense, Aerospace, Space, Medical, and Extreme Environment.
In addition to the RF models, Vanguard maintains full electrical and mechanical
testing capabilities. Vanguard Electronics has facilities in California
and Mexico. All three facilities meet the highest defense and aerospace industry
standards and are AS9100 certified, ITAR compliant and ready to support standard
catalog product, variations on catalog items or full custom designs. For the
industry leading magnetic solutions, contact Vanguard Electronics (www.ve1.com)
Contact:
Laura Levesque Modelithics, Inc. 3802 Spectrum Boulevard, Suite 130
Tampa, Florida 33612 Phone: 813.866.6335 E-Mail:
sales@modelithics.com
Posted August 18, 2017
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