Patent ID: 8981877
Filing Date: 2015-03-17
Classification: H01P

Abstract:
1. A radio frequency (RF) device comprising: an input port configured to receive an input signal; an output port configured to output an output signal; a tuning probe configured to be movable within a tuning probe port to adjust filter characteristics; the tuning probe port is configured to receive the tuning probe therein; and a locking mechanism configured to lock the tuning probe in the tuning probe port at a desired depth and further configured to prevent movement of the tuning probe in the tuning probe port when the locking mechanism is in a locked configuration, wherein the locking mechanism further includes a plurality of flat sides configured for engagement with a tool; and wherein the flat sides of the locking mechanism further comprise a slot configured to allow an inner diameter of the locking mechanism to increase to provide an unlocked configuration or decrease to provide the locked configuration.