Z-Communications, Inc. - Press Release 9-30-2008


Z-Communications, Inc.

Coaxial Resonator VCO
 CRO3467A-LF Features Ultra Low Phase Noise


SAN DIEGO, September 18, 2008: Z-Communications, Inc. announces a new RoHS compliant Coaxial Resonator VCO (Voltage-Controlled Oscillator) model CRO3467A-LF in S-band. The CRO3467A-LF operates from 3460-3475 MHz with a tuning voltage range of 0.5-4.5 Vdc. This VCO features a typical phase noise of -112 dBc/Hz @ 10 KHz offset and a typical tuning sensitivity of 16 MHz/V.

The CRO3467A-LF is designed to deliver a typical output power of 4.5 dBm at 5 Vdc supply while drawing 20 mA (typical) over the temperature range of -40º to 85º C. This VCO features excellent 2nd harmonic suppression of -20 dBc (typ) 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 CRO3467A-LF is also ideal for automated surface mount assembly and reflow.

CRO3467A-LF is well suited for commercial aviation and point to point radio applications that require ultra low phase noise performance. Additional specifications for this product can be found online at:
http://www.zcomm.com/webstore/ProductInfo.aspx?productid=CRO3467A-LF

For further information on this model or any other product from Z-Communications, Inc. please contact our Applications department via e-mail at applications@zcomm.com or call us at 858-621-2700.





Part Number: CRO3467A-LF
Delivery: Stock-6 weeks
Contact: Z-Communications, Inc.
Tel: 858-621-2700
Fax: 858-621-2722
Email Technical Support – applications@zcomm.com
Email Sales: sales@zcomm.com
URL: http://www.zcomm.com

About Z-Communications, Inc.

Z-Communications, Inc. is a pioneer in developing Voltage Controlled Oscillators (VCO) and Phase Locked Loop (PLL) synthesizers for the commercial marketplace since 1987 and headquartered in 9939 Via Pasar, San Diego, CA 92126.

With devoted customers, Z-Communications, Inc. serves wireless and communication industries by providing the most effective and competitively priced RF/microwave components, as well as custom component designed to meet customer specific needs. Our sophisticated automated manufacturing facility, located in the US at our headquarters in San Diego guarantees a high level of repeatability, reproducibility and control. For more information please visit us at

www.zcomm.com or contact our sales department.