Z-Communications, Inc. Press Release - 10/2/2008

Z-Comm Announces SMV0290A-LF - Excellent Phase Noise VCO

 

Z-Communications, Inc.RF Cafe: Z-Comm SMV0290A-LF VCO phase noiseSAN DIEGO, October 2, 2008: Z-Communications, Inc. announces a new RoHS compliant VCO (Voltage-Controlled Oscillator) model SMV0290A-LF in VHF-band. The SMV0290A-LF operates from 284-294 MHz with a tuning voltage range of 0.3-3 Vdc. This VCO features an excellent  typical phase noise of -118 dBc/Hz @ 10 KHz offset and a typical tuning sensitivity of 9 MHz/V.

The SMV0290A-LF is designed to deliver a typical output power of -1 dBm at 3.3 Vdc supply while drawing only 17 mA (typical) over the temperature range of -40º to 85º C. This VCO comes in Z-Comm’s industry standard SUB-L package with low shield measuring only 0.3 in. x 0.3 in. x 0.08 in. It is available in tape and reel packaging for production requirements. The SMV0290A-LF is also ideal for automated surface mount assembly and reflow.

SMV0290A-LF is well suited for Handheld Radios applications that require superior phase noise performance. Additional specifications for this product can be found on-line at
http://www.zcomm.com/PDFs/datasheets/SMV0290A-LF.pdf
 

RF Cafe: Z-Comm SMV0290A-LF footprint


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: SMV0290A-LF
Delivery: Stock - 4 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


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.

RoHS logoAbout 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.
 
Posted 1/26/2009