Supplier News & Updates
December 23th, 2024
AGC Begins Research on Ethylene Production Using CO2 as Raw Material
AGC has agreed to a joint research contract with Canada-based climate tech startup company, CERT Systems Inc.to conduct research on the production of ethylene using CO2 as a raw material through electrolysis technology. In this joint research, the AGC Group will begin examining the introduction of CCU technology in order to replace ethylene, which is used as a raw material for products such as polyvinyl chloride and fluoropolymer resin, with ethylene derived from CO2.
December 19th, 2024
Remote RF Power Sensing with Ethernet Control of Mini-Circuits' Power Sensors
Modern RF systems often require remote testing where a measurement sensor connected to an RF system is a significant distance apart from the instrument that controls and records system measurements. Physical separation of the sensor from the control and monitoring interface can extend across the room or even into separate buildings of a manufacturing facility, from inside-to-outside of an environmental or anechoic chamber, for example.
December 18th, 2024
KRYTAR Announces New Compact Directional Coupler Operating in the Wideband Frequency Range of 0.5 to 26.5 GHz
This new Directional Coupler, Model 152630, offers superior performance ratings including Nominal Coupling (with respect to output) of 30 dB, ±1.8 dB. Frequency Sensitivity is ±1.8 dB. The directional coupler exhibits Insertion Loss (including coupled power) of less than 1.0 dB, Directivity of >10 dB, and maximum VSWR is 1.45 at any port.
Additional features for Model 152630 include Input Power Rating of 20 W average and 3 kW peak. The directional coupler comes with industry-standard SMA female connectors. The compact package measures just 4.40 inches (L) x 0.38 inches (W) x 0.73 inches (H), and weighs only 2.3 ounces. Operating temperature is -54° to +85° C.
December 18th, 2024
Menlo Micro Welcomes Under Secretary of Defense, Heidi Shyu, to Irvine, California Headquarters
Menlo Microsystems, Inc. (Menlo Micro), the company responsible for bringing to market the greatest electronic component innovation since the transistor with its Ideal Switch® technology, are pleased to welcome Under Secretary of Defense for Research and Engineering (OUSD(R&E)), Heidi Shyu, to Menlo Micro’s headquarters on Tuesday, December 3, to discuss the widespread applications of its technology and the company’s continued work with the Department of Defense (DoD).
December 17th, 2024
ARF1205Q2 LNA/Driver Amplifier
Altum’s extensive family of LNA/driver amplifiers includes the new ARF1205Q2. Designed for high-data-rate applications and featuring 23 dB of linear gain, 1.9 dB noise figure, and 16 dBm output P1dB, this amplifier is built to excel in demanding high-order modulation schemes. It offers low current consumption and is available in a compact 2.5 x 2.5 mm² QFN package.
December 12th, 2024
MM5622, 64 Gbps High-Speed Differential Loopback Switch Released to Production
Menlo Micro released to production its differential double-pole/triple-throw switch, the MM5622. Offering unprecedented reductions in size and power consumption and unmatched increases in performance and reliability, the MM5622 will bring significant cost savings to a much broader segment of the high-speed SerDes market.
December 12th, 2024
Withwave Selected the Ideal Switch for its RF and Microwave Switch Module Portfolio
At the DesignCon tradeshow, Menlo Micro announced three new reflective RF switch modules are commercially available through its partner, Withwave.
December 10th, 2024
Streamline Your RF Design with Johanson’s Compact, High-Performance IPDs for TEXAS INSTRUMENTS Chipsets
Johanson Technology’s Integrated Passive Devices (IPDs), P/N 0900PC15D0043001E (868/915MHz) and P/N 2450PC15A0044001E (2.4GHz), deliver a highly optimized RF front-end solution for Texas Instruments chipsets CC1352P, CC1352P7, CC1354P10, CC1311P3, and CC1312P operating in +20 dBm transmit mode. These components miniaturize the RF circuit by replacing multiple discrete components with a single EIA 0805 package, simplifying PCB layout and allowing for more compact product designs. By integrating essential balun and band-pass filter functions, Johanson’s IPDs ensure consistent RF performance and eliminate variability issues common with discrete components. This integration is crucial for IoT applications, smart metering, and WiFi/Bluetooth devices, where space-saving and high performance are priorities.
December 5th, 2024
Ceramic Resonator Filters
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. In addition, fractional bandwidths range from less than 1% to greater than 25%. Mini-Circuits’ precise and rigorous manufacturing processes ensure that SMT and connectorized filter models are rugged and perform to specification in a multitude of demanding environments. Explore dozens of catalog ceramic resonator filters on our website, or contact us to discuss custom designs with fast turnaround.
November 21st, 2024
MMIC PA’s up to 2W
Mini-Circuits’ new PMA5-series MMIC power amplifiers afford designers both high dynamic range and significant headroom for high PAPR signals up to 10 GHz. All models provide upwards of 12 dB gain and come in compact 5 x 5 mm QFN-style packages or bare die form, accommodating dense board layouts and demanding SWaP targets. Ideally suited for wideband test instrumentation, commercial and defense applications, the PMA5 series achieves medium output power while maintaining outstanding linearity.
November 20th, 2024
MM5620/MM5622
updated MM5620 and MM5622 datasheets:
changes were made to Table 12 "State Table in GPIO Mode,” the table now reflects the full 16 control states
initial release of the MM5620/MM5622 rework instructions
MM5130
access the updated MM5130 datasheet — changes include:
insertion loss for Normal and Superport Modes at 6GHz changed from 0.4 dB to 0.3 dB
updated human-readable product code on package marking information, package options and ordering information
EVK image was updated from EVK2 to EVK2a
November 15th, 2024
CES 2025 Innovation Award
AGC’s glass substrate M100/200 series for AR/MR glasses has been selected as an ‘Honoree’ in the CES 2025 Innovation Awards® program. CES is highly influential tech event held annually in Las Vegas, serving as a global platform for innovation. The CES Innovation Awards recognize products and services with outstanding design and engineering from among the many entries submitted by CES exhibitors world.
November 14th, 2024
Amplifier & Filter Testing
RF power sensors are an essential tool for measuring key RF parameters while dramatically reducing the cost of your test setup. Our latest application note demonstrates how to perform reliable scalar measurements for RF amplifiers and filters using Mini-Circuits' PWR series power sensors and SSG series signal generators. Use cases for insertion loss/gain, return loss and more are discussed.
October 31st, 2024
High-Power Combiners For ISM RF & MW Energy Applications
Mini-Circuits has expanded its family of high-power splitters and combiners for ISM RF and microwave energy applications. The COM-family now includes models from 4-way to 8-way supporting 2.4 GHz band applications up to 9.6 kW and 915 MHz band requirements up to 16 kW! All models achieve exceptionally low insertion loss as well as phase & amplitude unbalance, making them ideal building blocks for combining outputs from multiple solid-state power amplifiers into a single, high-power signal.
October 29th, 2024
Altum RF Announces 2-Year Contract with ESA for Ka-Band MMIC Power Amplifiers
Altum RF, a leading provider of high-performance RF to millimeter-wave semiconductor solutions, is pleased to announce a two-year contract with the European Space Agency (ESA) under the ARTES Core Competitiveness Program, for the design and development of high-efficiency monolithic microwave integrated circuit (MMIC) power amplifiers. These amplifiers will be tailored for phased array Ka-band satellite communication systems in space applications.
October 28th, 2024
Automotive Grade Mid-Voltage High Capacitance Capacitors
JOHANSON Dielectrics has released a wide range of Automotive-Grade Mid-Voltage High-Capacitance Surface Mount Capacitors
designed for critical automotive applications such as:
Audio
GPS
Key Fobs
Cameras
Inverters
Touchscreens
Climate Control
Control Modules
LED Lighting Systems
48V DC/DC Converters
Infotainment Systems
Engine Control Modules
EV On-Board Chargers (OBC)
Battery Management Systems (BMS)
These AEC-Q200 qualified capacitors deliver high capacitance values up to 22uF, ensuring reliable performance and stability in compact, rugged designs.
October 28th, 2024
Webinar - "Reflections on Return Loss - What it is, Why it’s Important and Impact on High-density, High-performance Switch Matrix Designs"
Register today for Menlo Micro's webinar hosted by Microwave Journal on Tuesday, November 19 at 8am Pacific Time. Join Sr. Principal Systems Applications Engineer, Ian Burke, for an in-depth overview of return loss definition and its relationship to Voltage Standing Wave Ratio (VSWR) and reflection coefficient.
Attendees will learn about:
The impacts of poor return loss
How to improve return loss especially in high-density, high-performance switch matrix designs
Impacts of cascading devices
Understanding return loss and its connection to VSWR and reflection coefficient.
October 24th, 2024
MMIC Driver Amplifier
Medium Power for X-Band SATCOM, Microwave Backhaul & More
Mini-Circuits’ AVA-6123MP+ is a MMIC medium power amplifier supporting applications from 5.6 to 11.7 GHz including X-Band SATCOM, microwave backhaul links and more. This model provides +23 dBm saturated output power and 22 dB gain operating from a single +5V source with 140mA of DC current in a 4x4mm 24-lead QFN style package.
Key Features:
High PSAT, +23.2 dBm
High linear gain, 22.4 dB
Bias condition, +5V @ 140 mA
4x4 mm, 24-lead QFN-style package
October 23rd, 2024
Enhancing Connectivity with Johanson Technology's Chip Antennas & i-SYST’s Versatile BLE Modules
In the dynamic realm of wireless communication, i-SYST's BLE modules:
BLYST Nano: nRF52832 | 7 x 9 x 1.6 mm | 30 GPIO,
BLYSTL15: nRF54L15 | 7 x 9 x 1.6 mm | 30 GPIO,
BLYST840: nRF52840 | 9 x 14 x 1.6 mm | 46 GPIO, and
BLYSTH20: nRF54H20 | 9 x 14 x 1.6 mm | 64 GPIO
Incorporate Johanson Technology's advanced chip antennas for reliable and efficient connectivity. The BLYST Nano and BLYST840 modules, equipped with the compact 2450AT07A0100001T antenna, utilize Nordic Semiconductor’s nRF52832 and nRF52840 SoCs, delivering outstanding performance for compact, energy-efficient devices.
Meanwhile, the BLYSTL15 and BLYSTH20, incorporating the high-performance 2450AT18D0100001E antenna, leverage the nRF54L15 chip to meet demanding applications with enhanced memory and advanced peripherals. These Johanson Technology antennas are crucial for maintaining strong, reliable communication, making i-SYST's BLE modules ideal for diverse IoT and wearable technology applications.
October 17th, 2024
Medium Power Amplifier
Mini-Circuits’ ZX60-16213+ is an SMA-connectorized medium power amplifier with a unique combination of medium output power, and high output IP3 for K-Band applications from 16 to 21 GHz. This model incorporates robust DC protection features including reverse voltage protection and internal sequencing between VDD and -VGG , preventing accidental damage from mishandling. It comes in a rugged, compact unibody case (1.2 x 0.75 x 0.46”) with SMA connectors, making it an excellent candidate for tough operating conditions in crowded system layouts.
October 15th, 2024
AGC Launches the METEORWAVE® ELL Series of Ultra-Low Transmission Loss Multilayer PCB Materials
A world-leading manufacturer of glass, chemicals, and other high-tech materials, AGC has launched the "METEORWAVE® ELL Series of Multilayer Printed Circuit Board (PCB) Materials," which achieves one of the industry's highest levels* 1 of low transmission loss and high thermal resistance for high-speed communication applications. The METEORWAVE® ELL Series will contribute to higher capacity, higher transfer rates, and lower power consumption of data communication, as the volume of data communication is projected to grow dramatically in the future owing to advances in IoT, DX, and generative AI.
October 15th, 2024
LitePoint, Metanoia, and Pegatron 5G Showcase Advanced Open RAN Solutions
LitePoint, a leading provider of wireless test solutions, Metanoia Communications Inc. (Metanoia), a semiconductor SoC solutions provider empowering the 5G Open Radio Access Networking (O-RAN), and Pegatron 5G, a renowned provider of O-RAN compliant products and end-to-end 5G network technologies, jointly exhibited cutting-edge solutions for O-RAN deployments for the first time at the 2024 Open RAN Summit in Taipei.
October 3rd, 2024
Eccosorb Filters
In the field of quantum computing, absorptive Eccosorb filters are essential for filtering out undesired thermal (IR) and microwave noise. In this article, we explain the basic design and construction of Eccosorb filters and explore their applications in quantum mechanical systems from real-world research. Performance characteristics of Eccosorb filters at cryogenic temperatures are also discussed. Read on to learn more about this unique technology in an exciting new application space.
October 3rd, 2024
ARF1200Q2 Amplifier: 1.6 dB NF
The ARF1200Q2 is a 22-31.5 GHz low noise and driver amplifier designed for high data-rate applications. With 22 dB of linear gain, 1.6 dB noise figure, 8 dBm output P1dB and low-current operation, it is well suited to demanding, high-order modulation schemes such as millimeter-wave 5G. The circuit draws 15 mA from a 3.3 V DC supply. The part is internally matched to 50 Ω with ESD protection
September 30th, 2024
Compact Directional Couplers Operating in the Wideband Frequency Range of 1.7 to 20 GHz
Both Directional Couplers offer Input Power Rating of 20 W average and 3 kW peak. The directional couplers come with industry-standard 3.5mm Female connectors and optional 3.5mm Male Connectors. Each compact package measures just 2.40 inches (L) x 0.53 inches (W) x 0.69 inches (H), and weighs only 2.1 ounces. Operating temperature is -54° to 85° C.
September 26th, 2024
Robust Core & Wire Essentials
Mini-Circuits has one of the industry’s widest selections of these essential RF parts. Their our longstanding policy to support customers with stable supply through the life of their system, gives customers peace of mind that when they choose a Mini-Circuits part, their commitment to you comes with it.
Key Features:
Footprints as small as 0.15 x 0.15”
Top Hat® feature improves speed and accuracy of pick-and-place assembly
Outstanding repeatability, unit-to-unit and lot-to-lot
All-welded connections
Designed, built and tested in-house
September 24th, 2024
Fully Integrated Loopback Solution for High-Speed Data Connectivity
Menlo Micro released to production a new differential double-pole/triple-throw (2x DP3T) switch at European Microwave Week in Paris, France this week. Built on the success of Menlo Micro’s industry-leading MM5620 2x DP3T loopback relay, the MM5622 provides a DC-coupled version with improved RF performance.
September 6th, 2024
Ultra-Low Power & Long-Range Wi-Fi HaLow Module with PA
BDE-HWF7394PN is an ultra-low power & long-range Wi-Fi module based on IEEE 802.11ah, a new Wi-Fi standard operating in the Sub 1GHz license-exempt band, offering longer range and lower power connectivity necessary for internet of things (IoT) applications.
September 5th, 2024
VGAs & Temperature-Compensated Gain
One challenge high-frequency RF system designers face is stabilizing linearity, dynamic range and RF output power levels over temperature and RF input power. To address these system demands, Mini-Circuits has incorporated temperature-stable and variable gain models into their ZVA-series of microwave/mmWave amplifiers.
September 1st, 2024
AGC Establishes a New Technical Service Site in Taiwan for Chemical Products Focused on Semiconductor and Electronic Materials
AGC has announced the opening of the AGC Chemicals Technical Center in Hsinchu, Taiwan, in October 2024. This center will provide technical services for chemical products focused on semiconductor and electronic materials.
August 29th, 2024
Phase-Matched Cables Fundamentals, Applications & More
Phase matching in RF coaxial cables has become an increasingly prevalent requirement for users in a number of applications from the lab to the field. In this article, we highlight the effect that varying phase length has on system performance. Practical applications including phased array antennas are discussed by way of example.
August 30th, 2024
Menlo Micro Awarded Defense Innovation Unit Contract
Menlo Micro was recently awarded a contract by the Department of Defense’s (DoD) Defense Innovation Unit (DIU). Menlo Micro will develop a first of its kind, high-current advanced circuit breaker for power distribution for the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program’s Advanced Technology Innovation Pipeline (ATIP) Program.
August 28th, 2024
Directional Couplers Operating in the Wideband Frequency Range of 0.4 to 18.5 GHz
KRYTAR, Inc., a leader in the design and production of ultra-broadband microwave components and test equipment announces two (2) new Directional Couplers operating in the wideband frequency range of 0.4 to 18.5 GHz (L- through K-Bands) offering Nominal Coupling of 10 dB and 16 dB. These new couplers offer the ultimate solution for emerging designs and test and measurement applications including wireless communications, radar and satellite communications (SATCOM).
August 19th, 2024
Lowest-Power Wireless Technologies
Atmosic's innovative Lowest-Power Wireless Technologies are designed to aggressively reduce connected device power consumption to enable battery-free or extended battery life to address the expanding opportunities of connected IoT devices.
August 12th, 2024
Enhancing Connectivity with Johanson Technology's Chip Antennas and I-SYST’s Versatile BLE Modules.
In the dynamic realm of wireless communication, i-SYST's BLE modules—BLYST Nano, BLYST840, BLYSTL15, and BLYSTH20—integrate advanced Johanson Technology chip antennas to ensure robust and efficient connectivity.
August 8th, 2024
RF Power Measurements
Power is a vital parameter to measure across a wide range of modern commercial and defense applications. In this article, they review the fundamentals of RF power measurement from the various measurement types for different waveforms to the industry standard instruments used in practical test setups. Sources of measurement error are also discussed, and Mini-Circuits' USB/Ethernet power sensors are described by way of example.