S-Band Oscillator features ultra low phase noise.

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Operating from 3,140-3,180 MHz with tuning voltage of 1-4 Vdc, Model CRO3160B-LF features typical phase noise of -110 dBc/Hz at 10 kHz offset and typical tuning sensitivity of 23 MHz/V. RoHS-compliant unit delivers typical output power of 4.5 dBm at 5 Vdc supply while drawing 25 mA over temperature range of -40 to 85°C. Housed in MINI-16-SM package measuring 0.5 x 0.5 x 0.22 in., voltage controlled oscillator features typical harmonic suppression of -13 dBc.



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VCO: CRO3160B-LF Features Ultra Low Phase Noise



SAN DIEGO, January 26, 2009: Z-Communications, Inc. announces a new RoHS compliant VCO (Voltage-Controlled Oscillator) model CRO3160B-LF in S-band. The CRO3160B-LF operates from 3140-3180 MHz with a tuning voltage range of 1-4 Vdc. This VCO features a typical phase noise of -110 dBc/Hz @ 10 KHz offset and a typical tuning sensitivity of 23 MHz/V.

The CRO3160B-LF is designed to deliver a typical output power of 4.5 dBm at 5 Vdc supply while drawing 25 mA (typical) over the temperature range of -40º to 85º C. This VCO features typical 2nd harmonic suppression of -13 dBc and comes in Z-Comm's industry standard MINI-16-SM package measuring 0.5 in. x 0.5 in. x 0.22 in. It is available in tape and reel packaging for production requirements. The CRO3160B-LF is also ideal for automated surface mount assembly and reflow.

CRO3160B-LF is well suited for microwave radio and fixed wireless applications that require ultra low phase noise performance. Additional specifications for this product can be found on-line at
http://www.zcomm.com/webstore/ProductInfo.aspx?productid=CRO3160B-LF .

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: CRO3160B-LF

Delivery: Stock-6 weeks

Contact: Z-Communications, Inc.

Tel: 858-621-2700

Fax: 858-621-2722

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