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EMA Structural Forensic Engineers

EMA Structural Forensic Engineers - RF CafeEMA Structural Forensic Engineers wrote requesting addition to the Expert Witness, Tech Services, and Forensic Engineering pages on RF Cafe, which I was glad to do*. EMA assists architects, the legal profession, and the insurance community in the investigation and redesign of structures. We solve design issues of already designed buildings and performing damage assessment. Damage assessment of roofs, hail damage inspections, forensic building damage inspections, forensic engineering, flood damage assessments, and hurricane damage assessment. *I also cleaned up a lot of expired company links - they need some forensic services now.

Linx Launches Flexible Embedded FPC Series Antennas

Linx Technologies Launches New Flexible Embedded FPC Series Antennas - RF CafeLinx Technologies, a Merlin, OR, based developer and manufacturer of antennas, is pleased to introduce the latest additions to the FPC Series of flexible embedded antennas. The FPC Series antennas excel in a wide range of applications, including 5G cellular, WiFi 6/6E, low-power wide-area networking (LPWA), and ISM. In this latest release, Linx is adding two 5G antennas, a WiFi antenna supporting the new 6 GHz band, a 433 MHz LPWA offering, and an ISM antenna supporting both 868 MHz and 915 MHz. The FPC Series provides ground plane independent dipole embedded antenna solutions comparable in performance to external antennas. The flexibility and adhesive backing make the FPC Series easy to mount in unique and custom enclosures...

Empower RF Systems Intros S-Band Magnetron Driver

Empower RF Systems Intros New S-Band Magnetron Driver - 2.9 to 3.5 GHz - RF CafeEmpower RF announces the production release of our Model 2239 pulsed driver amplifier producing a minimum of 1 kW peak power. The 2239 is an intelligent amplifier in a compact 3U rack compatible footprint with features ideal for integrating into Magnetron, IOT, Klystron and TWT systems. The amplifier is designed for 0 dBm input that is pulse modulated. A fast TTL gate input is standard, and its use optional when complete shutoff of the output stage is desired between pulses. Pulse capabilities include up to 20% duty cycles and pulse widths as long as 500 μsec with up to 25 kHz PRF's. GaN on SiC devices are used in a multistage class AB configuration. Full self-monitoring protection is included and will self-protect with sudden open/short conditions and is tolerant to VSWR up to 3:1...

Gowanda Announces Expansion of Its DYCO Electronics Facility

Gowanda Announces Expansion of Its DYCO Electronics Facility - RF CafeGowanda Components Group is pleased to announce the completion of a nearly 50% expansion at its DYCO Electronics facility in Hornell, New York. The 12,000 sq. ft. expansion will help the company address market demand for its products, enhance work flow and improve operational efficiency. "We manufacture custom components and assemblies for the rail industry, so size and scale were important drivers for this expansion," said Greg Georgek, President of DYCO Electronics. "In addition, we've seen growth in our overall custom manufacturing business in recent years – with projections for that to continue – as our customers have increased their outsourcing of more assemblies to DYCO," Georgek added. DYCO engineers custom solutions for aerospace, military, space, medical...

Axiom Blog: Keep the Light Shining on Solar Power Systems

Axiom Blog: Keep the Light Shining on Solar Power Systems - RF CafeAxiom Test Equipment, an electronic test equipment rental and sales company has published a new blog post entitled "Keep the Light Shining on Solar Power Systems" that covers maintenance programs on solar power systems in order to achieve optimum results. This maintenance can be greatly simplified with the right test tools. Learn which components in any solar power system that should be regularly tested as part of a maintenance program. In general, maintenance should involve the main system parts like solar panels, energy storage units, inverts, and their interconnections, and their price performance parameters. Main test tools for checking solar power systems should provide measurements of power, voltage, and current at maximum levels that exceed the performance limits of the solar power system's components...

NEW! Windfreak "SynthUSB3" 12.5 MHz to 6.4 GHz RF Signal Generator

Windfreak Technologies SynthUSB3 RF Signal Generator: 12.5 MHz - 6.4 GHz - RF CafeWindfreak Technologies announces the availability of the new SynthUSB3 RF Signal Generator. The SynthUSB3 thumb drive sized RF Signal Generator is designed for extremely high quality to cost ratio. These devices have set the bar on microwave radio frequency generators for quality, size and price. As always, our products are designed, manufactured and supported in the USA - and it arrives already calibrated! Tune any frequency between 12.5 MHz and 6.4 GHz in 0.01 Hz resolution. Adjust calibrated amplitude in 0.2 dB resolution up to +8 dBm and across more than 50 dB of range. 500 point frequency and amplitude hop table. Expect excellent performance and high reliability despite the SynthUSB3's low cost...

Anatech Electronics November 2020 Product Update

Anatech Electronics November 2020 Product Update - 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. The AE915-1380-2745TR1271 is a ISM, GSM1800, LTE Band combiner. Used to combine all 3 bands into one antenna or split the bands from an antenna to the system, it features an incredible 100 dB isolation between the bands, very Low insertion loss, and a power handling of 300 watts. The AE1200-1400DB5450 features DC-1200 MHz and 1400-3000 MHz bands with a crossover insertion loss of 5 dB at 1300 MHz. Custom RF power directional coupler designs can be designed and produced when a standard cannot be found...

CMT Wins Frost & Sullivan Global Customer Value Leadership Award

Copper Mountain Technologies Bags Frost & Sullivan Global Customer Value Leadership Award - RF CafeFrost & Sullivan has presented Copper Mountain Technologies with the 2020 Customer Value Leadership Award, in recognition of the company's strategic innovation, technical excellence, and uniquely cost-effective and high–value offerings in the global vector network analyzers industry. This award specifically highlights the impact of the S5243 2-Port 43.5 GHz Compact VNA, which delivers quality measurement and reliable results within a convenient and portable package. The economically- priced analyzer meets design needs across a range of industries, enabling enhanced product validation for a previously untapped collective of customers at small-to-medium sized companies...

Withwave Precision 1.85 to 1.85 mm Right Angle Adapter

Withwave Precision 1.85 to 1.85 mm Right Angle Adapter - RF CafeWithwave's Precision Test Adapters are designed based on precision microwave interconnection technologies. This 1.85 mm (M) to 1.85 mm (M) right angle adapter is manufactured to precise microwave specifications and constructed with male gender on both side. The precision microwave connector interfaces ensure an excellent microwave performance up to 67 GHz. VSWR:  1.30:1 (max) to 67 GHz. Connector body is passivated stainless steel and the center contact is gold-plated brass...

Pronamic Intros High Resolution Rain Gauges

Pronamic Intros High Resolution Rain Sensors - RF CafePronamic has introduced high precision rain and precipitation gauges with unique technology. Resolutions in the range of 0,1 (0.1) - 0,2 (0.2) - 0,25 (0.25) or 0,5 (0.5) mm gives ±2% accuracy. Useful for various professional applications. Other notable features are capability with LoRaWan and Sigfox (IoT) networks, weather, frost and heat resistance and customizable cable connections. Pronamics precipitation gauges are designed for high precision measurement of rain and snowfall. The base of our products is the patented unique single spoon tipping bucket. One of the most accurate and reliable automatic rain gauges on the market. All our professional rain gauges are manually calibrated and offer very accurate measurement...

ConductRF Performance TSA89 Flexible RF Test Cables to 40 GHz

ConductRF Performance TSA89 Flexible RF Test Cables to 40 GHz - RF CafeProfessional high frequency TSA89 series of RF test cables with performance to 40 GHz. Precision connector choices include; SMA, Type-N, 3.5mm, 2.92mm, & 2.4mm. Key features: High-frequency point to point cable, light weight rugged double-shielded, flexible cable, low loss <0.68 dB/ft @ 40 GHz, low VSWR < 1.35:1 (Typical < 1.25:1), RF leakage >-100 dB to 18 GHz, temperature rated from -55ºC to 125ºC. 100% factory VSWR and insertion loss tested. Wide selection of configurations & lengths. RoHS & Reach compliant. Ideal for lab & production testing. Cables are in stock and available immediately from Digi-Key. Made in the USA.

RIGOL Vector Network Analyzer App Note

Rigol Vector Network Analyzer App Note - RF CafeRIGOL has published a downloadable app note entitled "Advanced Measurements with a Vector Network Analyzer." It begins: "In our wireless world the need of RF component testing is one of a key factors to bring a product to market. Devices are getting smaller and are containing more and more complex components. It is a must to have knowledge of complex impedance (or admittance) and reflection / transmission parameters to bring the most optimum functionality to the RF device. RF components like filters, resonators, etc. can be calculated according to capacitance and inductive values. Software simulators can take these values and help fine tune the design. But at the end of the day, the quality and performance needs to be measured..."

Bittele Launches Fast and Easy Online Ordering Service

Bittele Electronics Launches Fast and Easy Online Ordering Service - RF CafeBittele Electronics, a Toronto-based Turn-key PCB Assembly firm specializing in prototype and low-to-mid volume printed circuit board (PCB) manufacturing and assembly, announced today the release of its Online Ordering Service featuring Live Chat and Zoom meeting support. This new, state-of-the-art tool allows customers to complete turnkey PCB assembly orders faster and with up to 25% price discounts. Bittele's Online Ordering Service enables a customer to complete all steps to complete a PCB Fabrication and Assembly order in under 20 minutes while qualifying for exclusive discounts that are automatically applied to the order. Once an online order is placed, it will be immediately processed and released to Bittele's production team...

Withwave Intros Vertical Launch 1.0 mm Connector (DC to 110 GHz)

Withwave Intros Vertical Launch 1.0 mm Connector (DC to 110 GHz) - RF CafeWithwave announces the introduction of Vertical Launch Connectors which are specially designed for solderless vertical PCB launch on test & measurement board. These connectors have excellent electrical transition performance up to 26.5 GHz, 50 GHz, 67 GHz & 110 GHz respectively as well as reduce installation time by eliminating soldering. Excellent vertical transition (VSWR <1.3, 1.85 & 1.0 mm type: VSWR <1.6 ). ANSYS HFSS models available (version 17.0 or newer) for 3D EM (electromagnetic) simulation...

Times Microwave Systems ½" Plenum RF Cable for DAS Networks

Times Microwave Systems ½" Plenum RF Cable for DAS Networks - RF CafeTimes Microwave Systems, a pioneering brand in innovative RF and microwave interconnect assemblies, cables and connector design, announces the addition of a new 1/2" plenum RF cable to its product line. The LPA-500 LLPL air-dielectric corrugated plenum cable is a low-loss, plenum listed (type CMP) coaxial cable. Available now, its design offers excellent intermodulation performance, and can be used as feedlines within buildings to support distributed antenna systems (DAS); public safety communications systems; RF backbone interconnects within plenum airspaces; and additional applications. The LPA-500 LLPL is an affordable option that provides the quality and performance for which Times is universally recognized. The new 1/2" plenum RF cable...

CMT Intros 43-5 GHz, 2-Port Vector Network Analyzer

Copper Mountain Technologies Intros 43-5 GHz, 2-Port Vector Network Analyzer - RF CafeCopper Mountain Technologies, a leading developer of innovative RF test and measurement solutions for engineers all over the world, has introduced a new 2-port 43.5 GHz vector network analyzer (VNA). Model S5243 is CMT's highest frequency Compact VNA. It features excellent dynamic range and fast measurement speed in a compact package with the maximum standard software feature set. S5243 VNA includes an RF measurement module and S2 Windows or Linux operating system on a PC, laptop, tablet, or x86 board computer connecting to the measurement hardware via USB interface. S2 software can be installed on multiple computers, making it easy to share the use of the analyzer...

BNC Webinar: Low vs. High-Resolution Detectors

BNC Webinar: Low vs. High-Resolution Detectors (Free Admission) - RF CafeBerkeley Nucleonics Corporation (BNC - like the connector) is excited to announce that our upcoming live webinar, "Low vs. High-Resolution Detectors," is less than one week away! Demystify high-resolution Scintillation with Berkeley Nucleonics and special guest Paul Schotanus from Scionix as we dive into the current landscape of high-resolution detectors in the 662 KeV Gamma range: CeBr3, LaBr3, SrI2, CLYC, and GAGG. To accommodate for time differences, we will be hosting two sessions with the same topics and agenda. Please register for the time slot that works best for you. U.S. Event - Wednesday, October 28th, 2020 @ 10:00 AM PST...

AWR Software V15 Playlist on AWR.TV YouTube Channel

New AWR Software V15 Playlist Now Available for Viewing on AWR.TV YouTube Channel - RF CafeA new AWR.TV video playlist features seven videos that enable users to take a deep dive into the key features in the V15 release of Cadence® AWR Design Environment® software. The V15 videos highlight: New and improved antenna measurements for peak power, including direction, total power, and amount of power radiated in peak direction. Driving circuitry in calculations can also be included. New electromagnetic (EM) features in the AWR® AXIEM® and Analyst™ simulators. AXIEM software offers improved meshing with fewer high-aspect ratio facets (HARFs), a true DC solver for biasing that is 40X faster and sub nanometer meshing for metal-insulator-metal (MIM) capacitors...

Teledyne e2v HiRel and Silicon Labs Partner on Isolation

Teledyne e2v HiRel and Silicon Labs Partner on High Reliability Isolation - RF CafeSilicon Labs, a leading provider of silicon, software and solutions, today announced a new high reliability (HiRel) isolation partnership with Teledyne e2v HiRel, a leading provider of high-performance, high-reliability semiconductors to the aerospace and defense market. Under the new agreement, Teledyne will offer a new specialized line of high reliability products based on Silicon Labs' isolated gate driver technology optimized for space, aerospace, military and oil and gas markets. Teledyne e2v HiRel will market custom high reliability solutions based on Silicon Labs' Si827x isolated gate driver family that are optimized for space, aerospace, military, oil and gas and other markets requiring advanced technology and high reliability...

PCBONLINE Blog: How to Create a Custom PCBA

PCBONLINE Blog: How to Create a Custom PCBA - RF CafePCBONLINE, a one-stop custom PCB/PCBA manufacturer for prototypes, small-batch, and massive production, recently published a technical blog to explain how to create a custom PCBA. It answers what is a PCBA, how to create a custom PCBA, the techniques used for manufacturing the PCBA, etc. When a PCB is mounted with electronic components, it becomes a PCBA (printed circuit board assembly), which is a semi-finished electronic product that achieves the vital function of an electronic device. PCBAs are used in almost all electronics industries. PCBAs manufactured by PCBONLINE include the high frequency PCBA, multilayer PCBA, rigid-flex PCBA, aluminum PCBA, etc. 1 to 100 layer PCBAs can be delivered in 3 days...

ConductRF Low Smoke / Zero Halogen Cable Solutions

ConductRF Low Smoke/Zero Halogen Cable Solutions - RF CafeConductRF is pleased to offer Low Smoke / Zero Halogen Jacketed RF Cables for various applications Indoor and Outdoor for Naval Ship-Board applications. We have two ranges of solutions aimed at differing RF requirements with our SBA series aimed at Higher Frequency 18 GHz needs. These are 100% factory tested to exacting VSWR and Loss standards because, We know, Results Count! ConductRF manufactures a range RF Cables in support of Ship Board applications, where Low Smoke, Zero Halogen requirements are mandated. These cable have Low Smoke Polyolefin Jackets that are suitable for Ship Board Environments. The Cable solutions are commonly available in 3 sizes with cable OD of 0.240", 0.405" and 0.590"...

Skyworks Circulator for Radar Systems and Wireless Apps

Skyworks Surface Mount Circulator for Radar Systems and Wireless Applications - RF CafeSkyworks is pleased to introduce the SKYFR-001982, a small form factor surface mount circulator for L-Band radar systems and wireless applications in the 1200-1400 MHz operating range. This device offers high power level handling with minimal thermal rise, providing a flow path for the RF signal as well as protection for sensitive components from excess signal reflection. Packaged in a compact SMT housing, the SKYFR-001982 can be easily incorporated onto PCB boards with automated pick and place manufacturing. The SKYFR-001982 is the latest in Skyworks' broad portfolio of Circulator and Isolator products for radars for both military and commercial applications...

Serpentine Routing: Function over Form in PCB Routing

Serpentine Routing: Function over Form in PCB Routing - RF CafeSan Francisco Circuits' (SFC) specialty is in the complex, advanced technology of PCB fabrication and assembly, producing high quality multi-layered PCBs from elaborate layouts. Timing is everything, at least when it comes to signal integrity in a digital system. Analog says the prevailing wisdom is that shorter is better for using delay lines. On the digital side, numerous signals are kept in sync with a clock. Which one is right? Learn the answer and more about how Serpentine Routing is leading to increased performance in PCB routing in their new article "Serpentine Routing – Function Over Form in PCB Routing." San Francisco Circuits is a leader in PCB fabrication and PCB assembly making sure they are on the cutting-edge of developments in the PCB industry. From simple to complex PCBs...

Regenerative Grid Simulators Support Real-World Testing

Regenerative Grid Simulators Support Real-World Testing - RF CafeAxiom Test Equipment, an electronic test equipment rental and sales company has published a new blog post entitled "Regenerative Grid Simulators Support Real-World Testing." Prior to reading the article, I had never given any though to how being connected to a power grid which is fed by a large number of independent solar panels, wind turbines, and hot air from politicians might affect the quality of electricity at my wall outlet. When multiple sources are combined onto a common line, inevitably there will be unique artifacts (noise spikes, harmonics, phase shifts, distortion, etc.) from each source that affects the supplied voltage and current waveforms, even with attempts to synchronize everything. Technically you are receiving a 60 Hz (or 50 Hz) alternating voltage source, but its makeup can be significantly different from an otherwise pure sinewave. This might thwart the efforts of Time Error Correction schemes implemented by electric utility grid operators to assure a long-term frequency stability...

Keysight PathWave Software Suite Eliminates Limitations of Cloud Processing

Keysight Technologies Enhances PathWave Software Suite to Eliminate Computational Limitations with Cloud Processing - RF CafeKeysight Technologies announced it has expanded the company's PathWave Software Suite with new and enhanced capabilities. The new PathWave solutions enable engineers to remove computational limitations across the workflow, with cloud processing clusters, to improve designs and device reliability, while reducing project risk. Design and test engineers are struggling with complexity limitations that require weeks, if not months, of crunching data which can significantly slow the development process and market introduction. Keysight's PathWave, an open, scalable, and predictive software platform, offers fast and efficient data processing, sharing and analysis at every stage in the product development workflow. Combining design software, instrument control and application-specific test software, it enables engineers...

RIGOL DSG800 RF Signal Generators with I-Q Generation

RIGOL's DSG800 Brings Affordable IQ Generation to RF Signal Generators - RF CafeRIGOL Technologies announces another significant expansion of its RF Test Portfolio with the release of 4 new models of the DSG800 Series RF Signal Generator. The explosion of IoT connected devices has led to a significant increase in the amount of digital data being transmitted via local RF interfaces. This expansion has driven a need for affordable IQ generation capabilities. RIGOL's new DSG800A models provide support for internal and external IQ generation allowing engineers to quickly generate IQ traffic to simulate or validate their designs. Available in 2.1 GHz and 3.6 GHz models with a starting price of only $3,699 the DSG800A provides the most capable and affordable IQ generation product on the market. Unlike some other manufacturer's value solutions, the DSG800A provides internal IQ modulation eliminating the need for an external IQ source...

RIGOL Adds Vector Network Analysis Capability with UltraReal Spectrum Analyzer Platform

RIGOL 16-Bit Arbitrary Function Generator DG2000 Series

RIGOL 16-Bit Arbitrary Function Generator DG2000 Series - RF CafeRIGOL Technologies announces the new DG2000 Series of Arbitrary Function Generators expanding their portfolio of 16 Bit Generators to satisfy the requirements of more rugged and industrial applications. The DG2000 delivers the same performance specifications and feature set as RIGOL's popular DG900 Series Generators. There are three DG2000 models ranging from 50 MHz to 100 MHz making it ideal for today's mainstream requirements. In addition to 16 Bit resolution the DG2000 includes all of the same advanced SiFi II capabilities as the DG900. Features like Dual Tone, Harmonics and Sequencing provide powerful generation capabilities...

Teledyne Paradise Wins PowerMAX SSPA System Contract Awards

Teledyne Paradise Wins PowerMAX SSPA System Contract Awards - RF CafeTeledyne Paradise Datacom, part of the Teledyne Defense Electronics Group, today announced recent contract awards totaling $7.4 million to provide numerous PowerMAX SSPA (solid state power amplifier) systems over the course of the next two years. The largest single award of $5.9M calls for multiple PowerMAX SSPA systems to be deployed by the customer to support Telemetry, Tracking, and Control (TT&C) and broadband data transmission for satellite communications during an ongoing expansion of teleport facilities.   Teledyne Paradise Indoor PowerMAX SSPA System The PowerMAX systems from Paradise are a proven, mature platform for global satcom OEMs...

"Plug-In" RF Cable Assemblies for D38999 & VITA67

"Plug-in" RF Cable Assemblies for D38999 & VITA67 - RF CafeConductRF knows many times you want to just buy your RF assemblies to plug in to your circular D38999 connector or your VITA67 module. We offer multiple solutions for both styles of multi-port connector all available on short lead times based on our on hand materials stock. D38999 integrates BMA, SMPM & SMPS connectors, also other #8, #12 & #16 coax contact solutions. VITA67.1/2 uses SMPM solutions, but the new VITA67.3 also offers SMPS and NanoRF to support your coax. These are 100% factory tested to exacting VSWR and loss standards because we know, Results Count!

Skyworks SKY59272-707LF SPST Quad Switch

Skyworks SKY59272-707LF Single-Pole, Single-Throw Quad Switch - RF CafeSkyworks is pleased to introduce the SKY59272-707LF a single-pole, single-throw (4xSPST) switch designed for antenna tuning applications that require ultra-low OFF capacitance and low ON resistance. This device offers excellent performance and ultra-high linearity for smartphone applications operating in the 5G, LTE or GSM band space, where high performance aperture tuning is required. In addition, an integrated MIPI logic controller and 4xSPST topology provides the flexibility to tune multiple bands on a single antenna, which is optimal for carrier aggregation and dual connectivity. The SKY59272-707LF builds on Skyworks' portfolio of innovative products for 5G applications...

Deep Learning Applications of Short-Range Radars

Deep Learning Applications of Short-Range Radars - RF CafeArtech House today announced the release of Deep Learning Applications of Short-Range Radars by Avik Santra and Souvik Hazra. This exciting new resource presents emerging applications of artificial intelligence and deep learning in short-range radar. The book covers applications ranging from industrial, consumer space to emerging automotive applications. The book presents several human-machine interface (HMI) applications, such as gesture recognition and sensing, human activity classification, air-writing, material classification, vital sensing, people sensing, people counting, people localization and in-cabin automotive occupancy and smart trunk opening. The underpinnings of deep learning are explored, outlining the history of neural networks and the optimization algorithms to train them...

New Book: Designing Wireless Sensor Network Solutions for Tactical ISR

Designing Wireless Sensor Network Solutions for Tactical ISR - RF CafeArtech House today announced the release of Designing Wireless Sensor Network Solutions for Tactical ISR, by Timothy D. Cole. This comprehensive resource demonstrates how wireless sensor network (WSN) systems, a key element of the Internet of Things (IoT), are designed and evaluated to solve problems associated with autonomous sensing systems. Functional blocks that form WSN-based systems are described, chapter by chapter, providing the reader with a progressive learning path through all aspects of designing remote sensing capabilities using a WSN-based system. The development and a full description of fundamental performance equations and technological solutions required by these real-time systems are included. New Release discount price available now...

Skyworks SKY66430-11 Front End Module for 5G IoT

Skyworks SKY66430-11 Front End Module for 5G IoT - RF CafeThrough our flagship SKY66430-11, Skyworks is powering new devices in the rapidly emerging 5G Massive Internet of Things (IoT) market. SKY66430-11 is the world's smallest, fully pre-certified all-in-one system-in-package (SiP) incorporating cellular modem, transceiver, RF front-end, memory and power management functionality, enabling LTE-M and NB-IoT connected devices. This turnkey solution integrates Sequans' Monarch SoC platform to support a wide range of low power, low data rate consumer and industrial IoT applications including asset tracking, industrial monitoring, smart metering, wearables and more. Receive low-pass filters are integrated into the SiP along with the necessary matching to yield a 50 ohm single-ended impedance for the antenna. The filters...

Antenova Adds High Performer to Its 5G Antennas

Antenova Adds High Performer to Its 5G Antennas - RF CafeAntenova Ltd, UK manufacturer of antennas and RF antenna modules for the Internet of Things (IoT) and Machine-to-Machine (M2M) applications, has added a high performing 5G SMD design to its array of 5G antennas. This brand-new antenna, Lepida SR4L054, is a wideband antenna in SMD form, designed to achieve high efficiency and performance right across the spectrum from 600 MHz to 3800 MHz. Lepida operates right across the cellular bands B71 (617-698 MHz), LTE 700, GSM850, GSM900, DCS1800, PCS1900, WCDMA2100, B40 (2300–2400 MHz), B7 (2500-2690 MHz), and B78 (3300-3800 MHz). The antenna is linear polarised and has been designed to ensure excellent coplanarity. Antenova has built Lepida for the more demanding applications in 5G, 4G and LTE where antenna performance and reliability...

Keys to Successful Naval Defense Using MIMO/MANET Radio System Deployments

Keys to Successful Naval Defense Using MIMO/MANET Radio System Deployments - RF CafeTriad RF Systems, a leading designer and manufacturer of integrated radio systems and high performance RF/Microwave amplifiers, just published a very nice Tech Brief entitled "Keys to Successful Naval Defense Using MIMO/MANET Radio System Deployments." Beginning with a review of applicable radio history (HF, VHF, UHF, SATCOM), the document extolls the virtues of MIMO (Multiple-Input / Multiple-Output) and its antenna diversity scheme (a la your Wi-Fi router). Building on the technology is MANET (Mobile Ad-Hoc Networking), which exhibits self-forming and self-healing networks that survive in hostile signal environments. While the title specifies naval applications because of Triad RF's extensive involvement in the realm, this technology extends into other military services as well as domestic law enforcement...

ConductRF LSA Series of Flexible RF Cable Assemblies to 18 GHz

ConductRF LSA Series of Flexible RF Cable Assemblies - RF CafeConductRF LSA series of Low Loss, Performance flexible RF Cable Assemblies, provide microwave system designers with a versatile solution for most applications. Offered is a solution for 0.086" diameter cable that facilitates greater flexibility and handling or, 0.141" diameter that exploits the same great performance but with almost half the loss. Connector options include SMA, Type-N, TNC & SMP that provide excellent VSWR between DC and 18GHz, also solutions for MCX & SMB are available in a wide array of configurations. These assemblies are built using our own double shielded, FEP jacketed cable, that was developed specifically for performance solutions. With shielding effectiveness exceeding 90 dB through 18 GHz...

PCBONLINE Blog: Comprehensive Guide to SMT Stencils

PCBONLINE Blog: Comprehensive Guide to SMT Stencils - RF CafePCBONLINE, a global high-end PCB manufacturer servicing electronics manufacturing (EMS) customers in defense, aerospace, medical, and other high-end industries, has posted a technical blog entitled, "Comprehensive Guide to SMT Stencils." It answers questions about what are SMT (Surface Mount Technology) and SMT stencils and what are they used for, where do you get SMT stencils for PCB assembly, what are the different types of SMT stencils, and how do you use SMT stencils? SMT (Surface Mount Technology) stencils are very important for PCB designing and manufacturing. If you can't decide which type of SMT stencil to go for and you need a detailed guide for this topic, then you're in the right place. This article will focus on every aspect of PCB stencils and by the time you reach the end...

Anatech Microwave September 2020 Product Update

Anatech Microwave September 2020 Product Update - 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. One each new cavity-type duplexer and triplexer have been introduced. The AD1542-1643D296 is an Inmarsat duplexer with 1524-1560 MHz and 1626.5-1660.5 MHz passbands, and the AD1800-2072-2250TR293 is a triplexer with 2025-2120 MHz, 2200-2230 MHz, and 1750-1850 MHz. Passband insertion loos is >15 dB on all, and insertion loss is <1 dB. Custom RF power directional coupler designs can be designed and produced...

Teledyne e2v HiRel Intros 25 GHz Frequency Doubler

Teledyne e2v HiRel Expands RF Line with New 25 GHz Frequency Doubler - RF CafeTeledyne e2v HiRel, part of the Teledyne Defense Electronics Group, today announced the latest addition to its rapidly expanding line of RF solutions, a new RF MMIC Frequency Doubler. Launching Teledyne e2v HiRel's new Frequency Multiplier product line, this Active Doubler, TDFM001000, is designed for high reliability signal chain applications in Space. It is particularly well-suited specifically for satellite transponders, transmit/receive modules, microwave-based communications, millimeter-wave point-to-point radio, and related processes. The TDFM001000 is a 7.5-25.0 / 15.0-50.0 GHz single ended input (no external balun required) GaAs MMIC doubler...

PCBONLINE Introduces Rigid-Flex PCBs

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Fork Test Labs Intros Inexpensive Analog and Digital I/O Fixture

Fork Test Labs Intros Inexpensive Analog and Digital I/O FixtureFork Test Labs introduces the Fork programmable I/O interface board for test-engineers to automate fixtures - for only $95! Everyone knows or has seen big test stands, but few can use them because they are very expensive and not many engineers can put in hours or days to make it work as needed. So, we decided to create a platform for testing to help engineers in their everyday hard work. Just take Fork, PyTest and program the tests in Python. Features include 8 digital I/O, 8 analog inputs, 2 analog outputs, Ethernet and Wi-Fi connectivity, and 3 UART, SPI or I2C for connection with external devices...

BNC Webinar: Choosing the Perfect RF Signal Generator

BNC Webinar: Choosing the Perfect Microwave Signal Generator (Free Admission) - RF CafeBerkeley Nucleonics Corporation (BNC - like the connector) will present a free webinar on Wednesday, October 7th, 2020, entitled, "Choosing the Perfect RF/Microwave Signal Generator." Catch up with Berkeley Nucleonics and several special guests in the upcoming webinar to explore the inner workings of microwave signal generators. This in-depth webinar will provide a deeper look at basic specifications such as modulation, channels, power, accuracy, and speed. Senior Product Manager Junior Choe will do the presentation running from 10:00-11:00 am Pacific Time. Since joining the RF Group at Berkeley Nucleonics in 2014, Junior applies his years of industry experience and applications-focused technical expertise by listening to customer applications and addressing their current and future test and measurement solution needs...

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