Directional Coupler operates over 1.0-18.0 GHz frequency range.
Press Release Summary:
Featuring multi-purpose, stripline design measuring 3.5 x 0.53 x 0.73 in., Model 180120 exhibits insertion loss of less than 0.95 dB across frequency range. Maximum VSWR is 1.35 and input power rating is 20 W average and 3 kW peak. Operating from -54 to 85°C, coupler comes with 2.92 mm SMA female connectors and can be manufactured to meet military specifications. Typical applications include broadband electronic warfare systems and commercial wireless systems.
Original Press Release:
KRYTAR Announces New, Compact, DIrectional Coupler Offering High Performance Over Ultra-Broadband Frequency From 1.0 GHz to 18.0 GHz
SUNNYVALE, CALIF. - - - KRYTAR, Inc., a leader in the design and production of ultra- broadband microwave components and test equipment announces a new directional coupler offering high performance over the ultra-broadband frequency range of 1.0 to 18.0 GHz, in a single, compact and lightweight package.
KRYTAR's new directional coupler offers the widest frequency coverage in a single package on the market and provides superior performance. KRYTAR's Model 180120 is a multi-purpose, stripline design that exhibits excellent coupling over the 1.0 to 18.0 GHz frequency band. Targeting broadband electronic warfare (EW) systems and commercial wireless system applications, for example, KRYTARs directional coupler is extremely valuable in a wide array of applications including signal monitoring and measurement, antenna beam forming, cable distributed systems, and military and EMC testing environments. The compact size, makes this directional coupler the perfect solution in many space-restricted applications.
KRYTAR's technological advances has extended the frequency range of this single unit from 1.0 to 18.0 GHz with Coupling (with respect to output) of 20 dB ±1.0 dB, Frequency Sensitivity of ±0.3 dB (1-12.4 GHz), ±0.4 dB (1-18 GHz), and Directivity of >16 dB. The directional coupler exhibits Insertion Loss (including coupled power) of less than 0.95 dB across the frequency range. Maximum VSWR (any port) is 1.35, Input Power Rating is 20 W average and 3 kW peak. Model 180120 is a compact package measuring 3.5 inches (L) x 0.53 inches (W) x 0.73 inches (H), weighs only 2.6 ounces and comes with 2.92-mm SMA female connectors. Optional connectors include SMA male and N female. Operating temperature is -54° to 85° C. This directional stripline coupler can be manufactured to meet military specifications.
KRYTAR also offers complete engineering services for custom designs that meet or exceed critical performance and/or packaging specifications. A data sheet with specifications and package outline drawing is available via KRYTAR's Web site. Additional information can be obtained by contacting KRYTAR, Inc., 1288 Anvilwood Avenue, Sunnyvale, CA 94089. Tel: +1-408-734-5999, Fax: +1-408-734-3017, Toll Free: +1-877-734-5999, e-mail: sales@krytar.com, Web: www.krytar.com
KRYTAR, Inc., founded in 1975, is a privately-owned corporation specializing in the design and manufacture of ultra broadband microwave components and test equipment for both commercial and military applications. The KRYTAR product line includes directional couplers and detectors, hybrids, power dividers/combiners, terminations, coaxial adapters and a power meter and power sensors. KRYTAR microwave components are manufactured in full compliance with the EU RoHS-6 Environmental Requirements.
