Frequency
Digital step attenuator trio support applications from 9kHz to 6GHz
Three digital step attenuators from Peregrine Semiconductor are available at Richardson RFPD. The PE43711, PE43712 and PE43713 are 50Ω, HaRP technology-enhanced, 7-bit RF DSAs that support applications from 9 kHz to 6 GHz. They feature glitch-less attenuation state transitions and support 1.8V control voltage and a temperature range to +105°C.
Real time clock module outperforms clock crystals
A real time clock module with a built-in power switch function is available at Rutronik. Epson’s RX8130CE is suitable for industrial, networking and consumer electronics applications. Applications using real time clocks are much more reliable and can be more accurate compared to applications using merely clock crystals with 32,768kHz.
VCO covers a frequency range of 2400 to 2600MHz
Covering the frequency range of 2400 to 2600MHz within a tuning voltage range of 1 to 12VDC, the CRO2500C-LF VCO has been released by Z-Communications. The device features a spectrally clean signal of -106dBc/Hz at 10 kHz offset and a typical tuning sensitivity of 23MHz/V.
VCO features a spectrally clean signal of -96dBc/Hz at 10kHz offset
Operating over the frequency range of 1650 to 2410MHz within 2 to 14V of tuning, the V614ME28-LF VCO has been released by Z-Communications. The device features a spectrally clean signal of -96dBc/Hz at 10kHz offset, while operating from a 12VDC supply and drawing 20mA of current.
VCO operates across a -40 to +85ºC temperature range
Operating at 895 to 905MHz with a tuning voltage range of 0 to 5VDC, the CRO0900A-LF VCO has been released by Z-Communications. The device features a spectrally clean signal of -120dBc/Hz at 10kHz offset, and a typical tuning sensitivity of 5MHz/V.
VCO features a clean spectral signal of -104dBc/Hz
Operating at 6800MHz within a tuning voltage range of 0.5 to 4.5VDC, the CRO6800Z-LF VCO has been introduced by Z-Communications. The device features a remarkably clean spectral signal of -104dBc/Hz at 10kHz offset and a typical tuning sensitivity of 18MHz/V.
Ceramic resonator VCO is 70% smaller than competitors
The first in a line of ceramic resonator VCOs, which saves precious board space while delivering exceptional phase noise performance, has been introduced by Z-Communications. The TRO1800A-LF covers an 1800MHz frequency within a tuning voltage range of 0.5 to 4.5VDC, while featuring a spectrally clean signal of -117dBc/Hz at 10kHz offset.
Solid state RF cooker enables quick, easy chef-quality meals
Freescale Semiconductor has introduced its vision for a radically innovative appliance concept that leverages solid state RF technology to revolutionise cooking. Developed in partnership with global product strategy and design firm frog, Freescale says its proof of concept will help enable fresh, chef-quality meals available at home with virtually no effort or prep time.
OCXOs boast improved phase noise performance
A series of ultra-miniature Oven Controlled crystal Oscillators (OCXOs) from IQD Frequency Products are available at Richardson RFPD with full design support. The IQOV-162 Series of OCXOs is offered in 14.4x9.5x6.5mm SMD metal can packages. Standard frequencies include 10.0, 12.8, 19.2, 20.0 and 38.88MHz, with either an HCMOS or sinewave output.
Record-&-playback & RT simulation in one RF tool
Averna has announced the industry’s first RF tool offering high-performance record-and-playback and real-time simulation in one cost-effective platform. The Averna RP-6100 Series is a self-contained, record-and-playback solution for RF application validation. It can capture all GNSS bands, as well as HD Radio, WiFi, LTE, radar and cognitive radio, to significantly advance RF projects and harden product designs.