November 2019 Featured Tech

Compact, high-resolution two-axis gimbal mount

Oes Au100 Er Two Axis Gimbal Mount 4x5x300

Optimal Engineering Systems’ compact AU100-ER two-axis Gimbal Mount features a full 360 degrees of continuous rotation of each axis. This compact two-axis gimbal mount handles loads to 10 kg (22 lbs) and has a clearance of 300 mm x 300 mm (11.8 in. x 11.8 in.) about the roll axis of the stage. The pitch axis stage is mounted on a large 360-mm x 360-mm (14.173-in. x 14.173-in.) 13-mm (0.512 in.) plate for increased stability. The compact AU100-ER two-axis Gimbal Mount is suitable for lasers and instrumentation for scanning, tracking, positioning, pointing cameras, optics, and lab and research applications. OES

Powerline EMC filters

The TDK-Lambda FQA series of EMC filters, with a rating of ±40 VDC at 20 A, has a rugged encapsulated quarter-brick package with a choice of flanged or non-flanged baseplates. These modules are suitable for use in a variety of harsh and demanding environments. The FQA Series is designed with a high differential and common-mode noise attenuation. The modules also provide input spike protection to MIL-STD-1275D and RTCA/DO-160G. The non-flanged package size measures 60.6 mm x 39 mm x 12.7 mm (L x W x H), and the flanged version measures 60.6 mm x 55.9 mm x 12.7 mm. TDK-Lambda

Bel Power Solutions Abe Mbe1000 Series Product Photo (high Res Rgb)

AC/DC enclosed power supplies

Bel Power Solutions’ ABE1000 Series and MBE1000 Series of enclosed power supplies are suitable for industrial (ABE Series) and medical (MBE Series) applications and available in a variety of single output voltages. The ABE1000 Series features a wide universal AC input range of 85 to 264 VAC, offering up to 1000 W of output power with an integrated fan, in a compact footprint (5.0 in. x 9.51 in. x 1.61 in., or 127.0 mm x mm 241.5 x 41 mm) and with a variety of single output voltages. The high efficiency and high-power density of the ABE1000 Series ensures minimal power loss in end-use equipment. Bel Power Solutions

RTP high-performance oscilloscope

With new 13 GHz and 16 GHz models, the R&S RTP high-performance oscilloscope family, which the vendor says is the most compact multi-purpose lab instrument available, is now scalable from the 4 GHz minimum up to the full 16 GHz bandwidth. Additional new highlights are debugging functions such as the high-speed serial pattern trigger using hardware-based clock-data-recovery (CDR) up to 16 Gb/s as well as the DDR4 signal-integrity and compliance test capability. The new R&S RTP134 with 13 GHz, and R&S RTP164 with 16 GHz bandwidth, support four channels to 8 GHz, or two channels interleaved for the respective higher frequencies. Rhode & Schwarz

Broadband quadrature mixer

Model SFQ-40360311-VFVFSF-N1-M is a broadband quadrature mixer that covers the frequency range of 40 to 60 GHz. The typical conversion loss of the quadrature mixer is 11 dB with an LO driving power of +15 dBm. The typical LO to RF port isolation is 30 dB. Since the IF port of the quadrature mixer is DC-coupled, the mixer can be used as a phase detector. In addition, the mixer can be readily configured into an image rejection mixer or single-sideband modulator by adding an IF quadrature coupler. Sage Millimeter

Clamshell Socket for 1-mm Pitch Xilinx FF896

Ironwood Electronics recently introduced a new high-performance BGA socket for a 1-mm-pitch BGA, 896-pin Xilinx IC. The CG-BGA-4027 socket is designed for 31-mm x 31-mm package size and operates at bandwidths up to 27 GHz with less than 1 dB of insertion loss. The socket is designed with an easy-open clamshell lid mechanism to enhance user experience when using high-pin-count devices in the socket. The socket also features an integrated compression plate that retains force during various environmental conditions. The socket has heatsink with fan for dissipating 6 W. Ironwood Electronics

Differential Measurement System

Kaman Precision Products’ KD-5100 differential measurement system provides resolution to a nanometer of positional change. With its stable design, small size, and low power consumption, the KD-5100 is suitable for night-vision systems, precision telescope positioning, fast steering mirrors (FSM) for space-based and airborne applications, and image stabilization systems. Featuring a small package size – only 2 x 2.12 x 0.75 in. thick – the KD-5100 is a good choice for applications where space is a limiting factor. It is manufactured to MIL-H-38534, with MIL-SPEC components used throughout the electronics module wherever possible. Kaman Precision Products

Integrated GaAs technology optimized for 5G front ends

WIN Semiconductors Corp. has combined an advanced 100-GHz ƒt enhancement-mode pHEMT with monolithic PIN and Schottky diodes to provide best-in-class mmWave performance for all front-end functions. The PIH1-10 platform is designed for single-chip 5G front ends operating in the 24-GHz to 45-GHz bands. The PIH-10 technology provides a new set of integrated GaAs solutions that improve mmWave front-end performance. High-efficiency Ka-band GaAs power amplifiers, LNAs, and low-loss switches on a compact single-chip front-end can enhance the user experience through improved battery life and better 5G mmWave coverage. WIN Semiconductors Corp.