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Part 4: 2025 Low Level RF (LLRF) Workshop – Amplifier Additive Phase Noise Measurement Tutorial

Part 4: 2025 Low Level RF (LLRF) Workshop – Amplifier Additive Phase Noise Measurement Tutorial

Mini-Circuits R&D Fellow, Joe Merenda delivers an in-depth tutorial on the fundamentals of RF amplifier additive phase noise theory, measurement setup, and differences between small and large signal APN behavior, including practical examples of additive phase noise in cascade designs.
RF Signal Quality Measurements: Third-Order Intercept Point (IP3) and Power at 1 dB Compression (P1dB)

RF Signal Quality Measurements: Third-Order Intercept Point (IP3) and Power at 1 dB Compression (P1dB)

RF signal quality is a key concern when building an RF system. Most RF systems and are designed and built to operate in the linear range. The linear range is the region of operation where the output power is some constant multiple of the input power. When the input is driven past the linear region, non-linear behaviors begin to develop, mainly the generation of harmonics and intermodulation products at the output of the device.
100+ Ceramic Resonator Filters for High Selectivity Applications

100+ Ceramic Resonator Filters for High Selectivity Applications

Mini-Circuits’ ceramic coaxial resonator filters offer low insertion loss in very small form factors, using ceramic material with high dielectric constant and superior Q factor. Bandpass and bandstop filters, diplexer and multiplexer designs can be constructed using this technology. Low insertion loss combined with excellent power handling makes these filters well suited for transmitter and receiver signal chains.
Lexicon of Balun and Transformer Configurations

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.
Configure your Ideal Test System Online – Fast Quote & Delivery

Configure your Ideal Test System Online – Fast Quote & Delivery

Mini-Circuits’ modular switch systems offer flexibility, customizable functionality and fast turnaround for automated test setups. Choose one of our standard benchtop or rack-mount chassis structures and configure your system with our industry-leading range of rugged and high-performance mechanical switches, programmable attenuators and more.
New GaAs pHEMT LNA Delivers High Gain with Low DC Power

New GaAs pHEMT LNA Delivers High Gain with Low DC Power

Mini-Circuits’ new PMA4-8243LN+ is a GaAs pHEMT MMIC low noise amplifier covering three full octaves of operating bandwidth from 8 to 24 GHz. This model provides a unique combination of low noise, high gain and solid OIP3 performance, making it a versatile option to improve system performance in a variety of wideband applications like backhaul radio, satcom, radar and more.
31.5 dB Step Attenuator Covers 0.1 to 24 GHz

31.5 dB Step Attenuator Covers 0.1 to 24 GHz

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 the 0.1 to 24 GHz range with attenuation from 0 to 31.5 dB in 0.5 dB steps. Housed in a compact, rugged package with SMA RF connectors and a 10-pin digital snap port..
AN-75-036 – A Technique for Surface Mounting High-Performance, HK-Series μCeramIQ™ Components for Low-Volume PCBs

AN-75-036 – A Technique for Surface Mounting High-Performance, HK-Series μCeramIQ™ Components for Low-Volume PCBs

https://youtu.be/VK0i1i2bFTA 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 ...
Tiny µCeramIQ® Couplers Handle 50W

Tiny µCeramIQ® Couplers Handle 50W

If you’re looking for innovative ways to maximize your system power capability while minimizing size and weight, Mini-Circuits µCeramIQ® technology may be the solution you’re looking for. Our new HPCJ-series of high-power directional couplers is capable of handling up to 50W RF input power in a tiny SMT form factor (0.125 x 0.2”).
Outstanding OIP2 from a Small Dual MMIC Amplifier

Outstanding OIP2 from a Small Dual MMIC Amplifier

Explore a tiny, wideband PHA2-13HLN+ push-pull amplifier solution that runs from HF to the lower UHF frequency range, achieving an OIP2 of nearly +100 dBm along the way.
Single & Dual-Channel Signal Generators | 10 MHz to 12.5 GHz

Single & Dual-Channel Signal Generators | 10 MHz to 12.5 GHz

We're excited to announce the expansion of our signal generator portfolio with new models providing more versatility for your applications. In addition to our established 8 to 12.5 GHz models, we now offer single and dual-channel models for the 0.7 to 6 GHz and 10 MHz to 9 GHz ranges. All models offer CW, pulse, AM, FM and Chirp modulation options..
All-Purpose Workhorse Power Amplifiers up to 100W

All-Purpose Workhorse Power Amplifiers up to 100W

Mini-Circuits’ connectorized power amplifiers have been a mainstay for customer labs and integrated systems for over 30 years. Outstanding performance with built-in DC protection and rugged construction have made them a trusted workhorse for a wide range of applications up to 100W.