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Triad RF Systems Intros 2,200 - 2,500 MHz, 10 W Bi-Directional Amplifier

Triad RF Systems Intros a New 2,200 - 2,500 MHz, 10 W Bi-Directional Amplifier - RF CafeTriad RF Systems, a top-tier designer and manufacturer of RF and microwave amplifiers, announces the introduction of their TTRM1123 high power bi-directional amplifier (BDA) that utilizes the latest LDMOS technology to provide over 60 W of linear power in S-Band. The unit is designed to be integrated in any system that requires high power, high efficiency and high linearity in the entire 2200 - 2500 MHz band. In transmit mode, the amplifier provides 28 dB of small signal gain and can produce over 10 W of 64 QAM OFDM power across the band! In receive mode, the unit has 11 dB of small signal gain with a noise figure of 2 dB. The unit can be configured to auto switch to transmit when RF is present ...

Fairview Microwave Releases Flexible Waveguide Models with VSWR as Low as 1.05:1

Fairview Microwave Releases New Series of Flexible Waveguide Models That Deliver VSWR as Low as 1.05:1 - RF CafeFairview Microwave Inc., a leading provider of on-demand RF and microwave components, has unveiled a new line of seamless and twistable flexible waveguides covering 10 frequency bands from WR-137 to WR-22 and operating in the 5.85 GHz to 50 GHz range. Typical applications include base stations, DAS systems, antennas and test instrumentation. Fairview Microwave's new line of flexible waveguides consists of 78 models - 39 seamless and 39 twistable, all operating in the same wide range of frequencies. All models are offered with UG-style square/round cover and CPR-style flanges, and are available in lengths of 6 to 36-inches ...

Skyworks High-Efficiency Power Amplifier for Cellular 4G and 5G Infrastructure

Skyworks Launches New High-Efficiency Power Amplifier for Cellular 4G and 5G Infrastructure - RF CafeSkyworks Solutions, an innovator of high performance analog semiconductors connecting people, has unveiled its latest cellular infrastructure innovation, the SKY66313-11, a wide instantaneous bandwidth power amplifier with industry-leading efficiency for FDD/TDD 4G LTE and 5G applications. This breakthrough solution is utilized in small cell and massive MIMO base stations to deliver higher data rates and enhanced network efficiency that result in improved carrier capacity and greater coverage for data-intensive, multimedia and Internet of Things devices. The amplifier's highly efficient design boasts fully-matched input/output and high gain for best-in-class operation. With an integrated on-chip active bias circuit, the device provides excellent performance over temperature ...

Axiom White Paper: Analyzers Open Eyes to Optical Measurements

Axiom White Paper: Analyzers Open Eyes to Optical Measurements - RF CafeAxiom Test Equipment, a premier provider of electronic test and measurement equipment rentals and sales, has posted a white paper titled, "Analyzers Open Eyes to Optical Measurements." Optical communications systems are highly regarded for their generous bandwidths and capabilities of transferring massive amounts of data during extremely short transmission times. Of course, those systems rely on durable, high-performance components connected by single-mode (SM) and multi-mode (MM) cables, which must be checked and maintained at regular intervals. That can be done using fiber-optic test equipment designed specifically for the task ...

Anatech Electronics February 2018 Product Update

Axiom Test Equipment Blog: Taking Proper Measure to Ensure Safer Products

Axiom Test Equipment Late February 2018 Specials

Saelig Launches New Crystal Oscillators with Four Switchable Frequencies and Low Jitter

Mini-Circuits January 2018 News & Product Highlights

Axiom Test Equipment February 2018 Specials

Anatech Electronics February 2018 Product Update

KR Electronics Intros 1208 MHz Surface Mount Lowpass Filter

Triad RF Systems Intros TA4002R, 5,000 MHz, 10 W Power Amplifier

Triad RF Systems Intros TA4002R 5,000 MHz, 10 W Power Amplifier - RF CafeTriad RF Systems, a top-tier designer and manufacturer of RF and microwave amplifiers, announces the introduction of their TA4002R RF power amplifier, designed for the 4,000 to 5,000 MHz frequency band with an output power of 10 watts. The TA4002R utilizes the latest GaN technology to provide 10 W of power in the C-1 and C-2 bands. The unit is designed to be integrated in any system that requires high power, high efficiency and high linearity in the entire 4,400 MHz to 5,000 MHz band. The amplifier provides 23 dB of small signal gain and can produce over 2 W of 64 QAM OFDM power. The compact unit measures only 2.73 x 2.53 x 1.31" and maintains a low operating temperature due to its built-in heat sink ...

Anatech Electronics December 2018 Product Update

Anatech Electronics Product Update December 4, 2018 - RF CafeAnatech Electronics, Inc. offers the industry's largest portfolio of high-performance standard and customized RF and microwave filters and filter-related products for military, commercial, aerospace and defense, and industrial applications up to 40 GHz. Anatech has introduced three new filter designs: a surface mount 2050 / 2250 MHz Ceramic Duplexer, a surface mount 62.5 MHz IF SAW Filter, and a 537-563 MHz / 2432-2480 MHz Duplexer with N-type connectors. Custom RF filters designs are used when a standard cannot be found, or the requirements are such that a custom approach is necessary ...

New Line of Solid State RF and Microwave Power Amplifiers by Advanced Amplifiers

New Line of Solid State RF and Microwave Power Amplifiers by Advanced Amplifiers - RF CafeAdvanced Test Equipment Corporation (ATEC) today announced the launch of a new line of RF and microwave power amplifiers. Advanced Amplifiers is a provider of next generation solid state RF power amplifiers and microwave amplifiers, offering continuous wave and pulse amplifiers with a variety of frequencies and power. Launched by Advanced Test Equipment Corp., a rental and sales industry leader in test and measurement equipment technology, Advanced Amplifiers offers "state-of-the-art" technology to a variety of industries. The Advanced Amplifiers line of ultra-high linearity amplifiers revolutionizes RF power amplifier design with their unique high-power density and small size form factor, high energy efficiency and simple front panel ...

Transient Specialists EN/IEC 61000-4-2 Setup & DIY Guide

Transient Specialists EN/IEC 61000-4-2 Setup, Rent & DIY Guide - RF CafeTransient Specialists, a leader in EMC rentals for over 30 years, announces that they will be offering rentals, sales and a set-by-step guide of the IEC 61000-4-2 setup including all components and cords. This complete ESD immunity setup includes vertical coupling plane (VCP), horizontal coupling plane (HCP), ground coupling plane (GCP), ESD table, and all required cords. EN/IEC 61000-4-2 puts forth specific requirements for all components of the setup for this electrostatic discharge (ESD) standard. This setup can be rented or purchased as a whole, or individually to enhance a preexisting test setup. The setup includes, an all wood table with removable legs, vertical coupling plane (VCP), horizontal coupling plane (HCP) ...

Withwave Intros 2.92 mm Board Edge Connectors

Withwave Intros 2.92 mm Board Edge Connectors - RF CafeWithwave has introduced Board Edge 2.92 mm (SMA) connectors are specially designed for high frequency (DC-40 GHz) substrates to minimize electromagnetic transition effects from coaxial to Microstrip/CPW structure. We solve your performance and cost problems with various types of board edge connectors according to substrate clearance. Board clearances of 0.6 mm to 3.6 mm available ...

San Francisco Circuits Launches New Customer-Centric Website

San Francisco Circuits Launches New Customer-Centric Website Showcasing Their Printed Circuit Board Manufacturing Capabilities - RF CafeSan Francisco Circuits' (SFC) new website provides customers with the information and tools necessary to effectively work with SFC to build Printed Circuit Boards (PCB) that meet demanding design requirements. The site enables users to get a quote online by providing specifications and uploading designs to SFC using a password protected customer area of the site. In addition, the website hosts an educational PCB School, a password-protected learning environment where engineers, designers, and others involved in the design and use of PCBs can learn about the intricacies of their creation, integration, testing and more. A number of PCB guides and explainers on key topics are also available ...

Skyworks Video: Sky5 Makes 5G Work

Skyworks Video: Sky5 Makes 5G Work - RF CafeSkyworks Solutions has created a video titled, "Sky5 Makes 5G Work Video." It provides a simple explanation of how 5G will work and explores how their Sky5™ platform resolves system complexities and enables this next generation communication standard. As a premier provider of wireless front-end solutions, Skyworks is an expert in connectivity. They are enabling the 5G evolution by advancing our technology leadership and extending our product reach to power some of the world's most exciting communication platforms. Skyworks is a member and key contributor to the industry's most influential standards organizations including ETSI and 3GPP ...

Fairview Offers Expanded Line of Coaxial RF Probes to 40 GHz

Fairview Microwave Offers Expanded Line of Coaxial RF Probes to 40 GHz - RF CafeFairview Microwave has recently expanded their line of RF coaxial probes into the 40 GHz frequency range for use in high-speed communications, microwave components and networking applications. Fairview Microwave's expanded line of coaxial RF probes now includes four models that deliver 10 dB maximum return loss over a broad frequency range of DC-40 GHz. These new RF probes are offered in GS and GSG configurations with a pitch of 800 or 1500 microns and a 2.92mm interface; they are gold-plated and feature compliant pogo pin contacts that allow for a wide range of probing angles. These coaxial probes can be used by hand, with or without a probe positioner, and can be cable mounted or mounted with Fairview's multi-axis probe positioner. These coaxial RF probes are ideal for signal integrity ...

Aaronia Introduces the AARTOS DDS Container and Shelter

Aaronia Introduces the AARTOS DDS Container and Shelter - RF CafeOver the past years, commercial micro and mini UAVs, known as 'drones', have become an almost common sight. With the technology becoming ever more affordable, a greater number of people uses these UAVs for different purposes – especially in amateur photography, drones have come to deliver spectacular results. Yet, with the emergence of this trend, potential dangers have surfaced as well. Government facilities, airports, power plants – these are just a few examples of critical infrastructure that relies heavily on secured airspace. In the past, UAVs have repeatedly penetrated no-fly zones without authorization. Furthermore, drones are becoming more and more capable of transporting potentially harmful payload ...

Copper Mountain & Compass Technology Intros New Epsilometer

Copper Mountain & Compass Technology Intros New Epsilometer - RF CafeCopper Mountain Technologies and Compass Technology Group are pleased to announce their new Epsilometer solution for measuring the dielectric properties of materials. This solution measures dielectric substrate materials at frequencies from 3 MHz up to 6 GHz and can accommodate sheet specimens 0.3 to 3 mm thick. Dr. John Schultz of Compass Technology commented, "Unlike previous dielectric analysis technologies, this new method uses computational electromagnetic modeling to invert the dielectric permittivity and loss. This represents a significant advance over conventional methods, which use analytical approximations and are limited to frequencies below 1 GHz." With the launch of Epsilometer, Copper Mountain Technologies delivers another solution that combines its metrology-grade ...

Skyworks White Paper: 5G New Radio Solutions

5G New Radio Solutions: Revolutionary Applications Here Sooner Than You Think - RF CafeSkyworks Solutions, an innovator of high performance analog semiconductors connecting people, places and things, has published a new white paper titled, "5G New Radio Solutions: Revolutionary Applications Here Sooner Than You Think." It is available free for downloading. With a cover as nice as this is, it has to be good ;-) "As demand grows for ubiquitous wireless connectivity and the promise of new and previously unimagined applications – such as autonomous vehicles, artificial intelligence, telemedicine and virtual reality – so does the anticipation for 5G. 5G will be revolutionary, delivering higher data throughput, extremely low latency and speeds up to 100 times faster than 4G. As a result, 5G is moving toward commercial reality faster than many expected ..."

Flann Microwave Partnership for Space Flight Development

Flann Microwave Partnership for Space Flight Development - RF CafeA partnership of three Cornish companies has secured funding of £148,000 to develop state-of-the-art technology to enable faster and more accurate communication with satellites. Flann Microwave, Teddington Systems and Goonhilly Earth Station Ltd will be working together to create miniaturised components for the next generation of tiny communications satellites, known as nanosatellites and CubeSats. Bristol-based Thales Alenia Space will support the project with advice on end-user acceptance aspects and environmental aspects. The project is expected to create 14 new jobs and is a further boost to Cornwall's ambitions to develop space sector manufacturing, servicing and launch capabilities ...

Empower RF Systems Demos Battle Hardened EW Emitter at AOC Convention

Empower RF Systems Demos Battle Hardened EW Emitter at AOC Convention - RF CafeEmpower RF Systems will demonstrate a suite of high power solid state transmitting amplifiers at the 55th Annual AOC International Symposium and Convention - Washington, DC November 27 – 29th , 2018. The equipment suite consists of the models 2162, 2170, and 2215 providing compact and rugged EA, communications, and threat emitter capability from 20 to 6000 MHz, and will be housed in Los Angeles while being controlled and monitored by the Empower booth demonstration team who will be exercising the system software demonstrating capabilities of the configurable amplifiers ...

Rohde & Schwarz Vector Network Analyzer Fundamentals Primer

Rohde & Schwarz Vector Network Analyzer Fundamentals Primer - RF CafeRohde & Schwarz USA (R&S USA) has produced a primer titled, "Fundamentals of Modern Vector Network Analyzers - Primer." One of the most common measuring tasks in RF engineering is the analysis of circuits, from simple filters and amplifiers to complex satellite communication modules. As an extremely versatile test instrument, a VNA is the ideal equipment for quickly and precisely uncovering signal integrity problems, such as reflections and crosstalk. This primer describes the fundamentals of vector network analysis, as well as practical instructions for improving accuracy, performing calibration, and making typical linear and time-domain measurements. In this primer you will learn about: Introduction to Network Analyzers Scattering Parameters ...

ConductRF Rugged Test Cables for Field Engineers

ConductRF Rugged Test Cables for Field Engineers 11/19/2018 - RF CafeConductRF's SiteFlex range of ruggedized Field RF Test Cables are designed Field Test Engineers working in applications that require on site RF Testing. These cables are directly compatible with Hand-Held Network and Spectrum analyzers. Common options include: DC to 7 GHz, DC to 9 GHz, DC to 18 GHz, DC to 27 GHz, DC to 40 GHz, and DC to 50 GHz. ConductRF's Site-Flex RF Field Test Cables have been designed to support Handheld RF & Microwave Analyzers. The ruggedized construction includes anti-torque connectors that are firmly attached to the cables external armor. Crush resistant SF series cable can withstand 1,200 lbs. / sq.in. Additional configurations and lengths are available on request ...

Anatech Electronics Early November 2018 Product Update

Anatech Electronics Product Update November 13, 2018 - RF CafeAnatech Electronics, Inc. offers the industry's largest portfolio of high-performance standard and customized RF and microwave filters and filter-related products for military, commercial, aerospace and defense, and industrial applications up to 40 GHz. Anatech has introduced three new filter designs: a 1533 MHz cavity bandpass filter with SMA connectors, a 850 MHz LC bandstop notch filter with SMA connectors, and a 698-942/1710-2145 MHz single in/out duplexer filter with N-type connectors. Custom RF filters designs are used when a standard cannot be found, or the requirements are such that a custom approach is necessary ...

Triad RF Systems 2018 Q4 Newsletter Is Here

Triad RF Systems 2018 Q4 Newsletter - RF CafeTriad RF Systems has published their 4th quarter newsletter for 2018. In addition to presenting new RF amplifier products for CubeSats, defense, and aerospace applications, they are proud to announce their inclusion in the prestigious Fortune 5000 list of companies - #2839 to be exact, which is quite an accomplishment given the millions of companies out there. Also, Mr. Patrick Sherlock is the new VP of Business Development at Triad RF Systems. Sounds to me like a lot of good news from Triad RF Systems ...

ConductRF Hi-Flex RF VNA Test Cables

ConductRF Hi-Flex RF VNA Test Cables 11/6/2018 - RF CafeConductRF's Hi-Flex VNA Test Cable Series offers customers superior solutions for applications up to 70 GHz. Excellent class leading phase & amplitude stability for dynamic high-frequency testing, demonstrated by Internal flex testing results of better than +/-5° & +/-0.05 dB respectively over repeated 8 hours flexing cycles. With a light armor internal stainless steel construction along with a soft FEP external cover, and a Nomex weaved covering, this combination provides excellent flexibility and ruggedness and is industry leading in its stability under flexure. Available connector solutions include 1.85mm (V connectors), 2.4 mm, 2.92 mm (K connectors), 3.5 mm and Type−N. Swept right angle versions are available offering the same high performance of their straight counterparts in both ...

Axiom Test Equipment Now ISO/IEC 17025:2017 Accredited

Axiom Test Equipment Now ISO/IEC 17025:2017 Accredited - RF CafeAxiom Test Equipment, a premier provider of electronic test and measurement equipment rentals and sales, is now accredited in accordance with ISO/IEC 17025:2017 requirements from the ANSI-ASQ National Accreditation Board (ANAB). This high-level accreditation is awarded to labs that have demonstrated technical competence, systematic approaches to procedures, and traceability of measurements to national standards. Shannon Johnson, Axiom's Vice President of Operations states, "Achieving 17025 accreditation is an important milestone for the growth of our business and expands the capabilities ..."

Kaelus's PIM Finder Locates Sources of External PIM Outside Antenna Infrastructure

Kaelus Launches New PIM Finder to Locate Sources of External PIM Outside Antenna Infrastructure - RF CafeKaelus, a leading supplier of high-quality, PIM test and measurement instruments and RF conditioning solutions, has debuted PIM Finder, software designed to accurately identify and locate external PIM sources outside antenna infrastructure. Used in combination with the Kaelus iVA Cable & Antenna analyzer and the iPA portable PIM analyzer, PIM finder is a software option available through Kaelus Unify, used to pinpoint and detect external PIM sources such as loose mounting and cable brackets, fasteners, parapet walls and more, while allowing for the elimination of key causes of PIM interference. "LTE and 5G high data rate modulation schemes require clean spectrum to operate to their potential," said Tony Langelaan, Product Line ...

Anatech Electronics End-of-October Product Update

Anatech Electronics Product Update October 30, 2018 - RF CafeAnatech Electronics, Inc. offers the industry's largest portfolio of high-performance standard and customized RF and microwave filters and filter-related products for military, commercial, aerospace and defense, and industrial applications up to 40 GHz. Anatech has introduced three new filter designs: a combination 12-20 MHz bandstop / notch filter with SMA connectors, a 8.5-18 GHz highpass filter with N-type connectors, and a surface mount 4,450 MHz ceramic bandpass filter. Custom RF filters designs are used when a standard cannot be found, or the requirements are such that a custom approach is necessary ...

How to Improve PCB Design for Bluetooth Circuit Boards

San Francisco Circuits App Note: How to Improve PCB Design for Bluetooth Circuit Boards - RF CafeSan Francisco Circuits, a leading provider of printed circuit board fabrication and assembly, has published an application note titled, "How to Improve PCB Design for Bluetooth Circuit Boards." Their experience in assisting customers in successful layouts for substrates operating in the RF frequency realm. How to Improve PCB Design for Bluetooth Circuit Boards Bluetooth Circuit Board Design Guidelines Printed circuit boards with Bluetooth technology can be problematic with interference, lost data and poor signal integrity if certain precautions aren't taken. We'll outline many rules and guidelines to consider when choosing Bluetooth technology for a given application and, more specifically, designing it into a circuit board. A variety of applications utilize Bluetooth, including: Beacons used in shopping malls ...

Skyworks Wins 2 Mobile Breakthrough Awards!

Skyworks Wins Two Mobile Breakthrough Awards! - RF CafeSkyworks Solutions, an innovator of high performance analog semiconductors connecting people, places and things, is excited to share that several of Skyworks' innovative solutions have received top honors from Mobile Breakthrough. Mobile Breakthrough recognizes the world's best mobile and wireless companies, products and people based on selections from an independent panel of experts within the wireless industry. It is an honor to have been selected from amongst over 2,200 nominations for developing leading-edge technology. Skyworks' family of advanced GNSS low-noise amplifier front-end modules, which were named "GPS-based Solutions of the Year," provide global manufacturers with a compact, turnkey connectivity ...

Transient Specialists - Utilizing Our Capabilities

Transient Specialists: Utilizing Capabilities - RF CafeTransient Specialists, a leader in EMC rentals for over 30 years, announces that they will be offering continued support for electrostatic discharge products. There are a variety of ESD simulators, or ESD gun manufacturers, however it is crucial to consider the application when selecting a gun. Having the ability to buy or rent components to enhance testing capabilities could pay dividends down the road. Many simulators, including the Dito, NSG 437, and ESD3000 have the ability to remove and change discharge networks. This allows for additional testing beyond the 150 pf / 300 Ω the commonly tested to IEC 61000-4-2. Transient Specialists conveniently located in the mid-west offers a variety of EMC test equipment rentals to accommodate your testing needs ...

Anatech Electronics Newsletter for October 2018

Anatech Electronics Newsletter for October 2018 - RF CafeAnatech Electronics, a manufacturer of RF and microwave filters, has published its October newsletter. In it, Anatech founder and owner Sam Benzacar discusses the finally come-of-age Microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) switch for RF use. A MEMS switch is smaller and lighter than any other switch technology, has very little insertion loss, provides very high isolation, can theoretically operate into the millimeter-wave region, and can handle substantial amounts of RF power. RF MEMS switches' Achilles heel at the moment is relatively low isolation (~25 dB) compared to other types of RF switches. Sam also includes some relevant telecomm industry headline news ...

Skyworks Powers Connected Lighting for Revolutionary Smart Cities

Skyworks Powers Connected Lighting for Revolutionary Smart Cities - RF CafeSkyworks Solutions, an innovator of high performance analog semiconductors connecting people, places and things, today announced that its advanced wireless engines are enabling Philips' CityTouch end-to-end street lighting management platforms. Specifically, Skyworks' connectivity solutions provide superior efficiency, extended range and complete network coverage to facilitate seamless communication between Philips' smart street lamps and cellular base stations. These innovative devices allow city operators to reduce power consumption and support public safety through adaptive scheduling and remote services. Installations of CityTouch have commenced worldwide, fostering more livable ...

ConductRF Precision D38999 RF & Mixed Signal Cables

ConductRF Precision D38999 RF & Mixed Signal Cables - RF CafeConductRF offers an extensive line of RF and mixed signal cable harnesses and assemblies with custom configurations, lengths and markings. Thousands of combinations of coaxial, power, and digital and analog signal connectors available. Flexible phase-stable, low-loss, phase-matching, high power, and other options per your requirements. Broad insert connector solution choices including BMA, SMPM, for cable sizes #8, #12 & #16 Custom marking and ruggedization enhancements capability. Contact ConductRF today and let us help your project ...

Triad RF Systems Intros a 1.3 - 1.4 GHz, 25 W Dual Bidirectional Amp

Triad RF Systems Intros a 1.3 - 1.4 GHz, 25 W Dual Bidirectional Amplifier - RF CafeTriad RF Systems has shipped their latest L-Band DUAL Bi-Directional Amplifier (BDA), the TTRM1081D. This unit is compatible with all military and commercial radios and provides over 25 W of RF power across 1.3 to 1.4 GHz. Made specifically for MIMO radios, providing 2 radio and 2 antenna ports, each providing 5 W of 64 QAM power or 20 W of BPSK power. The BDA operates off a single +28 V supply and provides 25 dB of TX gain and 11 dB of RX gain in both channels. It is available with automatic or manual switching, depending on the radio system ...

Anatech Electronics Mid-October Product Update

Anatech Electronics Product Update October 16, 2018 - RF CafeAnatech Electronics offers the industry's largest portfolio of high-performance standard and customized RF and microwave filters and filter-related products for military, commercial, aerospace and defense, and industrial applications up to 40 GHz. Anatech has introduced three new filter designs: a surface-mount 45 MHz IF SAW filter with a 10 MHz bandwidth; a surface-mount 2050 ceramic bandpass filter with a 900 MHz bandwidth; and a 2037.5 MHz cavity bandpass filter with a 12 MHz bandwidth and SMA connectors. Custom RF filters designs are used when a standard cannot be found, or the requirements are such that a custom approach is necessary ...

Copper Mountain Technologies USB VNA Software Now Supports Linux OS

Software for Copper Mountain Technologies USB VNAs Now Supports Linux Operating System - RF CafeCopper Mountain Technologies' VNA software is now available for Linux OS, specifically for Ubuntu and Mint distributions. The CMT VNA software for Linux includes all the same features as our VNA software for Windows. Any CMT VNA can now operate in a Linux environment, whether it is controlled manually or its operation is automated using SCPI commands via TCP/IP sockets. A first in the industry, Copper Mountain Technologies' USB VNAs operating in Linux OS extend the reach of engineers who can now incorporate precision VNAs into their Linux test environment. Test Drive Copper Mountain Technologies software without needing to have the physical hardware ...

R&S Educational Note: Understanding the Basics of Signal Generation

Rohde & Schwarz: Understanding the Basics of Signal Generation - RF CafeRohde & Schwarz USA (R&S USA) has produced an Educational Note titled, "Modulation and Signal Generation with R&S® Signal Generators." Signal generators play a vital role in electrical test and measurement; however, choosing the right one often requires a look beyond the banner specs. This application note does exactly that. How do analog-, vector- or arbitrary signal generators work? What are the parameters to look at? What important information is not obvious from the datasheet? And how do I generate a modulated signal? Download this application note and find out more about: What a Signal Generator is and why you need one What types of Signal Generators ...

KP Performance Antennas Intros 2.3-6.4 GHz ProLine Series

KP Performance Antennas Intros 2.3-6.4 GHz ProLine Series Antennas - RF CafeKP Performance Antennas, a manufacturer of wireless network antennas, has debuted its new ProLine antennas, a series of high-performance parabolic and sector antennas that are perfectly suited for high-density, point-to-point, point-to-multipoint and backhaul applications. KP's new ProLine parabolic antennas are engineered to deliver high, stable gain over wide bandwidths with side-lobe and back-lobe suppression for mitigating inter-sector interference. These 5 GHz antennas are available in 1-foot and 2-foot diameters with gain performance of 24 dBi and 29 dBi respectively. Single-band and dual-band options are available in 2.3-2.7 GHz, 3.5-4.2 GHz and 4.9-6.4 GHz ...

Empower RF Systems Intros a 600-6000 MHz, 150 W GaN System Amplifier

Empower RF Systems Intros a 600-6000 MHz, 150 W GaN System Amplifier - RF CafeEmpower RF is pleased to announce the release of Model 2223, a single band solid state GaN system amplifier, capable of delivering a minimum 150 W across its entire 0.6 to 6 GHz band. Equally suited for the production floor, engineering lab, or anechoic chamber, the 2223 comes complete with internal DDC, external forward and reverse sample ports, and an easy to use web served GUI with dedicated features for simplifying integration into your test application. For Machine to Machine (M2M) applications the 2223 utilizes TCP/IP or UDP protocol sockets. In depth health monitoring with alarms visible on the front panel are also pushed out the LAN port ...

Transient Specialists Offers Medical EMC Test Equipment Solutions

Transient Specialists Offers Medical EMC Test Equipment Solutions - RF CafeTransient Specialists, a leader in EMC rentals for over 30 years, announces that they will be offering additional testing capabilities for IEC 60601-1-2. The Compliance West MegaPulse in addition to the already existing surge, EFT, ringwave, dips, automotive and conducted RF will continue to make Transient Specialists a resource for Medical EMC test equipment. Transient Specialists conveniently located in the mid-west offers a variety of EMC test equipment rentals to accommodate your testing needs. Our rentals include technical support on the equipment, weekly and monthly rentals, and 2 days ...

ConductRF Low PIM RF Cables

ConductRF Low PIM RF Cables - RF CafeConductRF offers a diverse range of solutions for common applications including Low PIM cables. Flexible and hand-formable, corrugated, multiple connector and cable combinations. ConductRF has a wide range of "Performance" related solutions built and 100% tested up to 70 GHz at our own facility. If your solution requires Low Loss or VSWR or if you have ruggedization or waterproofing needs, we see this as a performance solution which requires our expertise to turn in to finished product solution for you. Built in the USA ...

Rohde & Schwarz Spectrum Analyzer Fundamentals Primer

Rohde & Schwarz Spectrum Analyzer Fundamentals Primer - RF CafeRohde & Schwarz USA (R&S USA) has produced a primer titled, "Spectrum Analyzer Fundamentals - Theory and Operation of Modern Spectrum Analyzers." This is a very comprehensive work that covers basic operation and analysis and includes application to modern communications systems. In this primer you will learn about: Basics of spectrum analysis, Time and frequency domains, FFT analyzers, Analyzers using the heterodyne principle, settings for using a spectrum analyzer, Nonlinear devices under test, crest factor and complementary cumulative distribution function (CCDF), Phase noise measurements, and Mixers and mixer measurements ...

Copper Mountain Technologies Antenna of Things Webinar

Copper Mountain Technologies Antenna of Things Webinar - RF CafeIn the IoT world, time to market is essential and developing a new product has enough hurdles as such. PulseLARSEN has therefore developed the IoTest™ kit (powered by Copper Mountain Technologies) to accelerate the process of embedding antennas in your product, to evaluate your antenna performance, to compare to existing PulseLARSEN antennas, and to consult experienced antenna professionals if any further assistance is required. This kit is extremely mobile, easy-to-carry, and becomes the ideal toolbox for technical sales or FAE on the field or engineers in tight spaces. Self installing software is included and its user-friendly GUI will guide you through the multiple possibilities this kit offers. View the webinar now ...

NuWaves Engineering Intros Ruggedized, High-Performance, Low Noise Amplifier for GPS

NuWaves Engineering Intros a Ruggedized, High-Performance, Low Noise Amplifier for GPS - RF CafeNuWaves Engineering, NuWaves Engineering, an international Radio Frequency (RF) and Microwave solutions provider, announces the release of a new ruggedized, high-performance low noise amplifier, the HILNA™ GPS C034. The HILNA™ GPS C034 is a broadband low noise amplifier designed to achieve high gain while maintaining low noise and a high third order intercept point, and is specifically targeted for the L1 (1575.43 MHz) and L2 (1227.6 MHz) GPS signals. This ruggedized, high-performance module delivers 32 dB of gain across the frequency range of 1200 MHz to 1600 MHz with an OIP3 of +30 dBm and less than 1 dB of noise figure. The HILNA™ GPS ...

Saelig Intros Modulated RF Power Amplifiers For EMC Pre-Compliance Testing

Saelig Introduces Modulated RF Power Amplifiers For EMC Pre-Compliance Testing - RF CafeSaelig Company announces the availability of the TekBox TBMDA3 and TBMDA4 Modulated Wideband Power Amplifiers which have been specifically designed to provide an economical signal source for immunity testing of electronic circuits and products. While these amplifiers are intended to increase the output of a spectrum analyzer's tracking generator, they are also useful as general purpose wideband RF signal amplifiers. The TBMDA3 and TBMDA4 are ideal for driving near-field probes in order to find sensitive spots on electronic circuits, or for creating strong electric fields of up to 550 V/m when driving TEM Cells. With an input power range of -5 dBm to 0 dBm, they can boost signal power up to 5 MHz ...

Transient Specialists Offers Complete Automotive EMC Immunity Testing

Transient Specialists Offers Complete Automotive EMC Immunity Testing - RF CafeTransient Specialists, a leader in EMC rentals for over 30 years, announces that they will be offering additional rental inventories of the complete automotive immunity test system components by EM Test. This complete immunity setup includes the VDS200N, LD200N, and UCS200N providing testing to ISO 7637, SAE, GMW and many others. Transient Specialists conveniently located in the mid-west offers a variety of EMC test equipment rentals to accommodate your testing needs. Our rentals include technical support on the equipment, weekly and monthly rentals, and 2 days each way of transit time free with each rental. With the experience and equipment ...

Skyworks' New Family of FEMs for LPWAN IoT and Industrial Applications

Skyworks' New Family of FEMs for LPWAN IoT and Industrial Applications - RF CafeSkyworks Solutions, Inc. (NASDAQ: SWKS), an innovator of high performance analog semiconductors connecting people, is pleased to introduce our newest family of compact, high performance RF front-end solutions specifically designed for LPWAN and high-power Industrial, Scientific, Medical (ISM) applications including the connected home, M2M, tracking and other emerging IoT platforms. These highly integrated modules support LoRa®, SigFox and other unlicensed band technologies, occupy minimal board space and are power efficient, making them ideal for sensors, beacons, smart watches, thermostats, wireless cameras, medical pendants and smoke and CO detectors ...

ConductRF Rugged VNA Cables

ConductRF Rugged VNA Cables September 17, 2018 - RF CafeConductRF VNA series provides customers with reliable ruggedized solutions for Lab and Production Vector Network Analyzer testing. With options for 18 GHz, 26.5 GHz, & 40 GHz these cables offer cost leading alternatives to original OEM VNA cable solutions. VNA Series cables are enhanced with a stainless steel spiral armor, providing protection from excess bending and crushing forces. A black non- conductive outer cover completes the product. These cables are phase stable during flexing and have an operating life cycle of up to 5,000 matings when correctly operated and maintained. Connector options available for male and female interfaces include 2.4 mm, 2.92 mm, 3.5 mm, SMA and N ...

Anatech Electronics Is Now an ISO 9001:2015 Certified Company !!!

Anatech Electronics Is Now an ISO 9001:2015 Certified Company !!! - RF CafeAnatech Electronics (AEI) proudly announces that it has received ISO 9001:2015 Certification! We are also officially ITAR Registered with The Office of Defense Trade Controls Compliance. manufactures and supplies RF and microwave filters for military and commercial communication systems, providing standard, custom RF filters, and RF products. Our standard RF filters are based on previously designed RF filters, drawn from our technical database, and published on our website for ease of procurement. Custom RF filters designs are used when a standard cannot be found, or the requirements are such that a custom approach is necessary. Our products include all types of RF filters, and microwave filters ...

Electro-Photonics Intros ProbePads 05

Electro-Photonics Intros ProbePads 05 - RF CafeElectro-Photonics LLC, a market leader in RF and Microwave components has released a ProbePads 05, a coplanar waveguide-to-microstrip transition. Our new ProbePads 05 (P/N: PPS-005-01) can be used for many on-wafer measurements, device characterizations and microwave integrated circuits. This 5 mil thick CPWG to microstrip transition is made from 99.6% Alumina with a total thin-film process. The ProbePads 05 are manufactured in the USA and are RoHS compliant ...

VidaRF Coaxial Isolators and Circulators

VidaRF Coaxial Isolators and Circulators - RF CafeVidaRF is offering a line of coaxial isolators and circulators covering frequencies from 150 MHz to 40 GHz, with reflected power levels up to 250 W. Coaxial (SMA, SMP, BNC, N, TNC, 7/16, and more), drop-in, surface mount, and waveguide configurations are available. Low intermodulation products (-80 dBc), low insertion loss, and high isolation are standard. Painted and sealed to IP65 standards, and RoHS compliant. Contact VidaRF today to learn how they can help your project succeed ...

Copper Mountain Technologies' IoTest™ Kit for Testing Antennas for IoT Devices Released

Copper Mountain Technologies' IoTest Kit for Testing Antennas for IoT Devices Released - RF CafeCopper Mountain Technologies and PulseLARSEN Antennas released the IoTest™ kit, which helps designers of IoT devices select and test the right antenna for the project. The kit includes a Copper Mountain Technologies' P60 Antenna Analyzer, antenna testing software specifically designed for users with little to no RF testing experience, sample antennas, and cable assembly and adapters to connect antennas to the Analyzer. The IoTestsoftware is easy to use and walks users step-by-step through connecting the antenna, calibrating the analyzer, testing sample antennas in the kit, and comparing results with memory traces for each sample antenna saved in the software. In support of Central Indiana's focus on IoT, Copper Mountain Technologies provided one IoTest kit to Indiana IoT Lab in Fishers for use by its resident companies in IoT product design ...

ConductRF D38999 RF Coaxial Cable Solutions to 65 GHz

ConductRF D38999 RF Coaxial Cable Solutions September 10, 2018 - RF CafeConductRF offers D38999 RF coaxial cable assemblies for D38999 Mil-Spec applications including military, aerospace, automotive, and harsh environment up to 65 GHz. Let us apply our vast experience to quickly build your custom harnesses and assemblies for RF and mixed signal technologies. Custom configurations, lengths and markings, flexible phase stable and low loss solutions, phase matching capabilities, high power cable options with broad insert connector choices (BMA, SMPM, Sizes #8, #12, & #16). Contact ConductRF today ...

Rohde & Schwarz LTE-M and NB-IoT Seminar

Rohde & Schwarz LTE-M and NB-IoT Seminar - RF CafeRohde & Schwarz USA (R&S USA) is hosting a free seminar on the topics of LTE-M and NB-IoT on September 27th, 2018, in Wilmington, DE. Internet of Things (IoT) is expected to dominate the telecom market where machines exchange data for intelligent applications. Devices and networks supporting IoT pose unique challenges such as low power, low cost, low mobility, and long battery life. This course addresses several low power wide area (LPWA) network technologies defined by 3GPP to meet these requirements. 3GPP defined LPWA technology options include LTE-M (or enhanced machine type communication) and Narrowband IoT (NB-IoT) ...

ERZIA Intros X-Band High Power Amplifier

ERZIA Intros X-Band High Power Amplifier - RF CafeERZIA Technologies announces availability of the ERZ-HPA-0850-0980-53 pulsed, High Power Amplifier (HPA) based on GaN technology and focused for Radar applications in X-band. It provides 250 W in a compact size and modularity. With this new release ERZIA increments the high power amplifier family in X-band dedicated to radar applications. ERZIA produces microwave and mm−wave modular amplifiers and integrated assemblies from low frequencies up to 100 GHz. More than 100 different standard models, having also a high capacity of customization for amplifiers and integrated assemblies. Visit ERZIA in Booth 012 at the European Microwave Week show ...

ConductRF Phase-Stable Precision RF Cables

ConductRF Phase-Stable Precision RF Cables - RF CafeConductRF is offering phase-stable over temperature solutions up to 50 GHz for applications ranging from dynamic testing to flexible or hard line cables for inside systems and modules. We have flexible & semi-rigid cables that maintain 50 ppm phase accuracy with temperature phase matching. Low loss & high power cable options. Broad selection of connector options. Custom marking & armoring available. ConductRF also offers a diverse range of solutions for common applications including low PIM ...