Advanced Thermal Solutions, Inc. now provides fanSINKS heat sinks for component sizes ranging from 27mm to 70mm square. The wider size range accommodates hot semiconductor components, including FPGAs, ASICS, and other package types used in telecomm, optics, test/measurement, military, and other applications. ATS fanSINKS features cross-cut, straight aluminum fins. They support omnidirectional airflow for optimum […]
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Bundled, multiport cable assemblies reduce number of individual connections in 5G apps
The TMQ4 and TMQ5 bundled cable assemblies for 5G. These new solutions combine industry-standard four and five conductor MQ4 and MQ5 connectors with Times Microwave’s high-end coaxial cables. It solves the challenges associated with the ever-increasing number of RF inputs required by the MIMO antennas commonly used to accomplish the densification needs of 5G networks. […]
Optical links for spacecraft, Part 1: The throughput limitation
Using laser-sourced light beams rather than wireless RF to link spacecraft with Earth offers the possibility of a significant increase in data rates. Still, there are significant technical challenges to the concept. Scientists, engineers, and researchers communicating with spacecraft have a problem: there’s so much data coming from these spacecraft – and to send to […]
Coax cable assemblies with right-angle connectors feature low VSWR
NAI announced the launch of a new line of Series-C Corrugated Low PIM Coaxial Cable Assemblies with Right-Angle connectors, as the company continues its development of new standard interconnect products under the Steady Link brand. This latest line features RF50 Low PIM corrugated assemblies with Right-Angle connectors and flexible cable options. Steady Link Series-C RF50 […]
TNC and RP-TNC cable assemblies add ultra-miniature connectivity
Amphenol RF is pleased to expand its connectivity options to include standard and waterproof IP‐rated cable assemblies with TNC and RP‐TNC configurations. These assemblies are designed using 1.13 mm micro coax cable and feature the ultra-miniature AMC4 connector on one end. The other end is terminated with either a TNC or RP-TNC rear mount bulkhead […]
Brooklyn 6G: 5G has more coming before 2030
Day 1 of the 2021 Brooklyn 6G summit looked at the upcoming standards, features, and enhancements that will come to 5G while the research community explores 6G technologies.
Microwave measurement receiver calibrates signal generators and attenuators
The R&S FSMR3000 microwave measurement receiver provides analog AM, FM and φM modulation analysis. The R&S FSMR3000 is designed to make signal generator and attenuator calibration less complex and includes features that make calibrating lab test processes easier. The 8-GHz, 26.5-GHz and 50-GHz instruments provide all necessary measurement capabilities in a compact single box instrument. […]
Handheld spectrum analyzers now work up to 44 GHz
New base models of handheld spectrum analyzers now offer measurement frequencies up to 44 GHz. A new 44-GHz model has been added to the existing R&S FPH models having measurement frequencies from 5 kHz to 6, 13.6, and 26.5 GHz. In addition, three new versions with tracking generators are available with measurement frequencies up to […]
Ultra-small coaxial connector supports 5G apps
Hirose has enhanced its compact coaxial connector offering to serve the emerging 5G device market. 5G applications require connectors that can handle higher frequency, and the C.FL Series coaxial connector supports up to 30Ghz in an ultra-small footprint. Measuring only 2 mm x 2 mm with a 0.92 mm mated height, the C.FL Series connector […]
PCI Express 3.0 packet switch is multiple port-, lane-width configurable
Diodes Incorporated has announced the PI7C9X3G816GP, a PCIe 3.0 packet switch that supports 16-lane operation in flexible 2-port, 3-port, 4-port, 5-port, and 8-port configurations. Designed to meet advanced performance needs, this switch is well-suited for networking and telecommunications infrastructure, security systems, fail-over systems, AI and deep learning, NAS, HBA cards, and data center applications. The […]