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Measuring Pulsed RF Power
Of the many types of RF waveforms in use today, pulsed waveforms remain among the most popular. Specifically, when speaking of pulsed waveforms, we are referring to the profile in the time domain. Benefits of pulsed waveforms include the ability to time division multiplex many users (channels) into specific time slots. Examples include GSM or TDMA cellular systems...
3.5W MMIC PA
Mini-Circuits’ new 3.5W MMIC power amplifier provides high dynamic range with significant headroom for high PAPR signals from 8 to 12 GHz..
Proper Engagement and Handling of 1.0 mm Connections
1.0 mm connectors require care, precision and that proper methodology be utilized when making interconnections between cables, adapters and equipment. These connectors are high-precision mechanical devices that are consequently susceptible to damage with the slightest mishandling...
110 GHz Armored Cables
Mini-Circuits’ line of 1.0 mm-terminated coaxial cables includes a half dozen lengths and connector mating adaptations to meet all possible interface requirements. Ultra-wide bandwidth to 110 GHz allows for integration with virtually any system or test setup, while low insertion loss and exceptional VSWR result in minimal system impact.
Right Angle Waveguide to Coax. Adapters
Mini-Circuits’ expanded line of adapters now includes right angle adapters transitioning WR10, WR12, and WR15 waveguide to 1.0 mm and 1.85 mm female connectors. These adapters cover V, E, and W-bands, allowing for utilization in a variety of system types, including over-the-air (OTA) testing..
Connectorized Multipliers up to 72 GHz
Mini-Circuits’ growing ZXF90-series of coaxial frequency multipliers convert a wide range of input frequencies to outputs as high as 72 GHz. Wide output frequency range and input power range make the ZXF90-series suitable across a broad range..
MMIC Packaging as Small as 1.5 x 1.5 mm!
Mini-Circuits is innovating to support the ever-increasing demand for lower SWAP-C by further miniaturizing our MMIC product line into QFN-style packages as small as 1.5 x 1.5 mm. Our first catalog releases, which just hit the shelf, include a wideband LNA (PMA1-14LN+)..
Positive Gain Slope MMIC LNA Covers 6 to 26.5 GHz
The PMA4-6263LN+ is a low-noise MMIC amplifier that exhibits positive gain slope over a multi-octave bandwidth from 6 to 26.5 GHz. This LNA is an excellent choice to compensate for system gain roll-off in sensitive wideband receiver systems.
Comparative Analysis of High-Rejection LTCC Filters with Monoblock Technology
Modern system requirements necessitate robust filter technologies with excellent rejection characteristics. While historically, these applications have utilized monoblock filter technology, recent advances in LTCC filter design now offer an alternative solution with several advantages.
Remote Testing with RF Power Sensors
Performing power measurements of RF devices and systems is an essential part of ensuring accurate, repeatable characterization. A variety of instruments are capable of measuring RF power, including power meters, vector network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, and power sensors.
GaAs Switches Are a High-Performance Alternative to SOI for Test & Measurement Instrumentation
RF switches are ubiquitous in modern test instrumentation designs or for test & measurement applications such as those found in semiconductor test applications.
Ceramic Resonator Filters from Catalog to Custom
Mini-Circuits’ line of ceramic coaxial resonator filters features a variety of passbands and frequency ranges between 0.4 and 5.8 GHz. Characterized by high-Q and high K, these filters exhibit high rejection, steep skirts, and insertion loss as low as 0.55 dB.