Test Solutions
2021

minicircuits.com
testsolutions@minicircuits.com

The Mini-Circuits Difference

PRODUCT LINE OVERVIEW

Get More Out ofYour Test Setup
Equipment for test and measurement is
one of the largest investments for mostcompanies developing RF/microwave
products. The capability to test many
devices quickly and reliably can greatly
reduce overall production cost and time
to market, and a powerful test setup can
be a significant competitive advantage.
As new applications require moreadvanced measurements and migrate
to higher frequency bands, high-end
test instrumentation can run well into
the six-figure range, which presents ahigh barrier to increasing test throughput.

integrating functions of switching androuting, attenuation, signal generation,
sensing and more. Depending on theapplication, these functions may be
used as standalone solutions off the
shelf or easily integrated to build scalable,
automated testing platforms customized
to each user’s individual needs. Our test
solutions are easy to control via USB,
Ethernet and a variety of other convenientinterfaces, and our complete software
package gives you the ability to plug andplay right out of the box, or develop yourown software.

But developing a fast, efficient test setup
or expanding capacity of your existing
setup needn’t require prohibitive cost.
Mini-Circuits has developed a line ofinnovative products to help customers
get more out of their test setups by

Mini-Circuits has successfully helped
hundreds of customers improve efficiency
and reduce cost in their test operation,
and we hope the information in this guide
gives you some ideas about how we canhelp you do the same.

Flexible

Affordable

Every test application is unique. At
Mini-Circuits, our wealth of components
in stock allows us to take a building-block
approach to developing systems thatmeet the specific needs of each test
setup. From off-the-shelf components
and modules to turnkey custom builds,
our solutions give you all the functions
you need with the flexibility to scale andmodify your stack as your needs evolve
over time.

Most high-end test equipment comes ata heavy premium for dozens of advanced
features that many users don’t need.
Mini-Circuits test solutions give you thehigh-performance and functionality you
need to get more out of your test setup
without the heavy capital expenditures.

• Wide variety of components in stockfrom DC to 67 GHz• Off-the-shelf, DIY kits, modular andcustom options• Flexible hardware, software and firmware• Expand and reconfigure as yourneeds change
Reliable
When you work with Mini-Circuits to
expand your test setup, you’re getting
the assurance that comes with 50+ yearsof quality management experience. All
our test solutions come fully tested andcharacterized by our team in house, andmeet the rigorous standards that haveearned the industry’s trust since 1968.
• All components and assembled systems
tested and characterized in-house• Rugged designs for demanding
lab and production environments• Get more functionality and capacity
out of your existing instrumentation• High-performance custom systems
without breaking the bank
• Save cost on extra features you
don’t needFast
We know the turnaround time on custom
test equipment directly affects your time
to market. That’s why we put the fullcapability of our manufacturing andsupply chain organizations behind ourtest solutions to make speed a competitive
advantage. Mini-Circuits offers some of
the fasted turnaround times on custom
test equipment in the industry.
• Wide selection of models in stock
for immediate shipment• Modular systems for quick,user-defined configuration• Established process for custom
designs refined over hundredsof successful projects• Award-winning quality excellence

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PRODUCT LINE OVERVIEWPRODUCT LINE OVERVIEW|

4TA B L E O F C O N T E N T S

P R O D U C T L I N E O V E R V I E W ...........................................................................................05–08

S W I T C H I N G & R O U T I N G .....................................................................................................09–10
Mechanical Switch Performance .................................................................................................................................... 11–12

C U S T O M S Y S T E M S ............................................................................................................................. 65

Mechanical Switch Boxes ................................................................................................................................................ 13–14
Modular Switch Kits ........................................................................................................................................................ 15–16

I N T E G R A T E D A M P L I F I E R S .............................................................................................51–53

TTL Switch Kits ................................................................................................................................................................ 35–37
Modular Switch Systems ..................................................................................................................................................17–18

L A B A C C E S S O R I E S .......................................................................................................................66–72

Mechanical Switch Arrays ............................................................................................................................................... 19–20
Solid State Switches ........................................................................................................................................................ 21–22

P A N E L M O U N T E D S T R U C T U R E S ............................................................................... 59

Solid State Switch Racks ................................................................................................................................................. 23–24

Patch Panels .................................................................................................................................................................... 59–60

Switch Matrices ....................................................................................................................................................................27

Passive Component Panels ............................................................................................................................................ 61–62

Non-Blocking ................................................................................................................................................... 28–29
Blocking ........................................................................................................................................................... 30–32

P O W E R M E T E R S ................................................................................................................................55–58

Full Fan-Out Matrices ...................................................................................................................................... 33–34

S I G N A L C O N D I T I O N I N G & A T T E N U A T O R S ............................................ 35

T A R G E T E D S O L U T I O N S & U S E C A S E S .............................................................41

Programmable Attenuators Off the Shelf ...................................................................................................................... 35–37

Cellular Handover Test Systems ..................................................................................................................................... 41–42

Multi-Channel Attenuators Off the Shelf .............................................................................................................................. 38

Mesh Network Simulation Racks .................................................................................................................................... 43–46

Rack-Mount Attenuation Systems .................................................................................................................................. 39–40

High Power Test Systems ............................................................................................................................................... 47–50

S I G N A L D I S T R I B U T I O N .......................................................................................................63–64
S I G N A L G E N E R A T I O N ................................................................................................................... 54

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TA B L E O F C O N T E N T S|

6Personal Engineerto-Engineer Support

Our Software
or Yours

Customers choose Mini-Circuits because
they know they’re getting quality andperformance they can count on. But
what really sets us apart is our close
collaboration with customers at theengineering level from definition
to delivery.

Plug and Play
Mini-Circuits' User-Friendly GUI Software
All Mini-Circuits test solutions come readyto use out of the box with our user-friendly
GUI software for Windows® systems. Just
install the software package on your PC,
connect to the unit via USB or LAN and get
to work. Mini-Circuits’ GUI program gives
you manual control over the hardware witha simple point-and-click interface as well as
the ability to automate sequences for yourtest flow.

The specifications for many systems
are often defined concurrently with thedesign process, and customers look to
us to partner with them in making theirprojects successful. That means weneed the competence and expertise tounderstand your needs, and the agility
in our processes design and assemble
a diverse range of user-defined solutions
on a tight timeline.

Software Highlights:• LAN interface for remote control
over a network• USB interface for local PC control• Automate switching, attenuation andmeasurement functions from any
common programming environment• LabVIEW, MatLab, Python, C#, C++,VB supported• Simple “point and click” control using
Mini-Circuits' user-friendly GUI

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3

4

5

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Integrate with YourNative Test Software
Full API and Programming Instructions
For users already working with Python,
LabVIEW® or other popular test software,
we provide a full API with programming
instructions for Windows and Linux®
environments with every system. This way
you have the option to write your own
program and integrate your Mini-Circuits
hardware seamlessly with the rest of yourtest setup.

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P E R S O N A L E N G I N E E R -T O - E N G I N E E R S U P P O R T

O U R S O F T WA R E O R YO U R S|

8Switching& RoutingManaging signal traffic between
measurement instrumentation andmultiple devices under test (DUTs) is
one of the most common needs in alllab environments. Mini-Circuits offersa full range of solutions for switching
and routing, whether you’re looking forcomplex, integrated switch matrices,
simple benchtop switch modules, or
discrete mechanical and solid-stateswitches to assemble yourself.

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SWITCHING & ROUTING

Options for Every Requirement:• Mechanical switch boxes from stock• DIY switch kits
• Modular switch systems• Rack mount mechanical switch
arrays and switch matrices• Solid state switch systems• Custom switching systems

SWITCHING & ROUTING|

10Mechanical Switch
Performance
Mini-Circuits’ high-performance mechanicalswitches are available in a range of form
factors to suit any requirement, fromindividual modules in kit form, to compact
benchtop housings, to rack-mounted
chassis. In all cases, our switches offer
outstanding characteristic performancewith low insertion loss, high isolation andwide operating bandwidths with highreliability and long switching life.

Typical Performance: DC to 18 GHz Switches

Typical Performance: DC to 40 GHz Switches

Typical Performance: 26.5 GHz Switches

Typical Performance: DC to 50 GHz Switches

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12

Mechanical
Switch Boxes
Catalog Models Continued

Overview

Key Benefits

Mini-Circuits’ compact RC- and RCM-series
USB- and Ethernet-controlled switch
boxes offer versatile high-performancemechanical switch systems for lab andproduction environments. A wide rangeof switch options are available from stock,from SPDT to SP8T, with frequency
ranges up to 50 GHz. Each switch box
is integrated with a robust controller
supporting Ethernet & USB interfaces.
Our electromechanical switches offer
exceptionally wide bandwidths with
low insertion loss, high isolation andhigh power ratings, ideal for test andautomation applications.

• Typically available from stock for
immediate shipment

Model Number

Switch TypeFrequency

RC-2MTS-18• Affordable solution for a wide range ofsignal routing and test requirements• Small size for almost any lab environment

Switch Count

RC-3MTS-18
RC-2MTS-26
DC - 26.5 GHz

RC-2MTS-40
RC-3MTS-40

RC-2SP4T-A18

SP4T

RC-2SPDT-A18
RC-4SPDT-A18

DC - 50 GHz

RC-1SP6T-A12

1

8

RC-2SP6T-26

RC-1SPDT-A26

1

RC-1SP6T-40

DC - 18 GHz

2

RC-4SPDT-A26

Absorptive

SMA

4

RC-2SPDT-40

Absorptive

SMA

Absorptive

SMA

Absorptive

2.92 mm

Absorptive

2.4 mmAbsorptive

SMA

Absorptive

SMA

1

RC-2SP6T-40

2
DC - 50 GHz

RCM-1SP8T-12
Reflective

SMA

2

RC-1SP6T-50

2
DC - 40 GHz

Absorptive

1
DC - 26.5 GHz

DC-40 GHz2

2.4 mm2

RC-1SP6T-26

RC-8SPDT-A18

DC - 26.5 GHz

Absorptive

SMA

4

SPDT

2.92 mm1

SP6T

RC-2SPDT-A26

Absorptive2

RC-2SP6T-A18
Absorptive

SMA

1

RC-2SP6T-A12

2
DC - 18 GHz

Absorptive
2

DC - 12 GHz
1

SMA

1
DC - 26.5 GHz

RC-1SP4T-50

RC-1SPDT-A18

Absorptive
2

RC-1SP4T-26

Connectors

2.92 mm1
DC - 18 GHz

Termination

Transfer3

RC-1SP4T-A18

Switch Count

SMA

2
DC-40 GHz

RC-2SP4T-40

Frequency

Transfer3DC-40 GHz

Switch Type

SMA

2
DPDT

RC-1SP4T-40

Model Number

Transfer3

RC-3MTS-26

Catalog Models

Connectors

2
DC - 18 GHz

RC-2SP4T-26

Termination

11

2.92 mm

DC - 12 GHz

RC-4SPDT-40

4

RCM-2SP8T-12

RC-2SPDT-50

2

RCM-1SP8T-26

2
SP8T

DC - 50 GHz
RC-4SPDT-50

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Reflective
4

2.4 mm1
DC - 26.5 GHz

RCM-2SP8T-26

2

MECHANICAL SWITCH BOXES|

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Modular Switch Kits

Flexible Switch Options from DC to 50 GHz
Model Number

Switch Modules Starting from $430

Switch TypeZK2-MSP2TA-18

Frequency

Termination

DC-18 GHz

Connectors
SMA

Absorptive
ZK2-MSP2TA-26

Overview
Mini-Circuits’ ZK2 modular switch kit is acomplete do-it-yourself solution for users
who want a quick and easy way to build
custom switch assemblies for test andautomation systems. It also gives usersof our ZTM and ZTM2 modular test
systems the option to reconfigure their
existing systems as needs change without
having to send the equipment back to thefactory for servicing.
The controller and switch modules can bemounted into Mini-Circuits’ ready-madeZK2 rack chassis for quick assembly, or
integrated into your own housing. Useof Mini-Circuits’ HandFlex™ interconnect
cables to create a wide range of RF switch
matrix configurations can be quickly
created by the user.
Mini-Circuits will provide full applications
support as you develop your integration
so you can build it yourself but still benefit
from the knowledge and experience of ourengineering team.

Update and Maintain Your System• Compatible with Mini-Circuits ZTM
and ZTM2 series modular test systems• Maintain your equipment and install
replacement parts without sending
it back to the factory• Reconfigure the box to change or add
new switch modules• Mini-Circuits provides software updates,
instructions and application support

DC-26.5 GHz

SMA

SPDT
ZK2-MSP2T-40

DC-40 GHz

2.92 mm
Reflective

ZK2-MSP2T-50

DC-50 GHz

2.4 mmZK2-MTS-18

DC-18 GHzSMA

ZK2-MTS-26

DPDT

DC-26.5 GHz

Transfer

SMA

ZK2-MTS-40

DC-40 GHz

2.92 mm

ZK2-MSP4TA-18

DC-18 GHzSMA

ZK2-MSP4TA-26

DC-26.5 GHz
SP4T

SMA
Absorptive

ZK2-MSP4TA-40

DC-40 GHz

2.92 mm

ZK2-MSP4TA-50

DC-50 GHz

2.4 mmEasy Customer-Assembled Solution

ZK2-MSP6TA-12

DC-12 GHz

SMA

• Low-cost custom solution

ZK2-MSP6TA-18

DC-18 GHzSMA

• Configure and build it yourself
with the quality and reliabilityof Mini-Circuits components• Controller module, user-friendly GUI
and full API included• Full application support

ZK2-MSP6TA-26

SP6T

DC-26.5 GHz

Absorptive

SMA

ZK2-MSP6TA-40

DC-40 GHz

2.92 mm

ZK2-MSP6TA-50

DC-50 GHz

2.4 mmZK2-MSP8TA-12

DC-12 GHzSMA

ZK2-MSP8TA-18

SP8T

ZK2-MSP8TA-26

DC-18 GHz
DC-26.5 GHz

Absorptive

SMA
SMA

How it Works

1.

2.

Select your switches

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3.

Connect up with the controller module

4.

Use Mini-Circuits’ ready-madechassis or build your own

Use Mini-Circuits easy-to-use GUIor write your own control program

MODULAR SWITCH KITS|

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TTL Switch Kits

Switch Module Details

Switch Modules Starting from $395
Overview
Mini-Circuits’ ZK series of switch kits
can significantly ease the developmentof switch control interfaces where microcontrollers are preferred over Ethernetor USB. Our full range of high-reliability
mechanical switch components is available
with integrated TTL interfaces, allowing
switch states to be controlled with 5V
TTL logic levels rather than the traditional
24V. This opens up a range of control
opportunities based on simple microcontroller systems without the needfor external 24V relays.

ZK-MSP6TA-12

ZK-MSP2TA-18• Mechanical SP6T switch• Mechanical SPDT switch• DC to 12 GHz• DC to 18 GHz• Cable harness included with
+24V DC supply input and6x 5V TTL control inputs• Cable harness included
with +24V DC supply input
6x 5V TTL control inputs

Key Benefits• Integrated TTL interfaces allow control
with 5V TTL logic

Switch Logic

Switch Logic• Ideal for systems using micro-controllers
instead of USB or Ethernet

Switch State• Full menu of switch options from
SPDT to SP8T

TTL

TTL

TTL

TTL

TTL

TTL

J1

J2

J3

J4

J5

J6

0

0

0

0

0

0

IN <> J1

1

0

0

0

0

0

IN <> J2

0

1

0

0

0

0

IN <> J3

0

0

1

0

0

0

All ports
disconnected

TTL Switch Modules — Standard Models
Model Number

Switch TypeFrequency

Termination

Connectors

IN <> J4

0

0

0

1

0

0

ZK2-MSP2TA-18

SPDT

DC-18 GHz

Absorptive

SMA

IN <> J5

0

0

0

0

1

0

ZK2-MSP2TA-26

SP4T

DC-18 GHz

Absorptive

SMA

IN <> J6

0

0

0

0

0

1

ZK2-MSP2T-40

SP6T

DC-12 GHz

Absorptive

SMA

ZK2-MSP2T-50

SP8T

DC-12 GHz

Absorptive

SMA

17

|

TTL SWITCH MODULES

Switch StateTTL Control

State 1 (IN <> J1)

0

State 2 (IN <> J2)

1

TTL SWITCH MODULES|

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Modular Switch Systems
Overview

Configure Your System Online

Mini-Circuits’ modular switch systems
offer flexibility, customizable functionality
and fast turnaround for automated test
setups. Choose one of our standard
benchtop or rack-mount chassis structuresand configure your system with ourindustry-leading range of rugged andhigh-performance mechanical switches.
Mini-Circuits’ smart modular controller
provides a single interface to yoursystem, with complete softwareand applications support.

Visit our website to visualize your modular
switch system in a few easy steps, thensubmit your configuration and online toreceive a full quote and specification:

Key Benefits• RCM series compact benchtop housing
minicircuits.com/WebStore/rcm

RCM-401
3 x SP6T (40 GHz)

RCM-205
2 x SPDT + 2 x DPDT (18 GHz)

Popular 3U Rack-Mounted Configurations (ZTM-Series)
Starting from $5,050• ZTM series 3U rack chassis
minicircuits.com/WebStore/ztm• ZTM2 series 5U rack chassis
minicircuits.com/WebStore/ztm2• Built to order with fast turnaround• Three chassis options with customizable
hardware windows

Popular Benchtop Configurations (RCM-Series)
Starting from $3,250

ZTM-974 x SP4T (40 GHz)
2 x SPDT (40 GHz)

ZTM-6SP6T-26
6 x SP6T (26.5 GHz)

ZTM-4SP8T-12
4 x SP8T (12 GHz)

ZTM-938 x SPDT (18 GHz)
2 x SP6T (12 GHz)

ZTM2-8SP8T-12
8 x SP8T (12 GHz)

ZTM-203
12 x SP6T (40 GHz)

ZTM2-18 x SP4T (18 GHz)
4 x SPDT (18 GHz)

ZTM2-7 >>10 x SP4T (18 GHz)
2 x SP6T (12 GHz)

Configure and Quote• Your choice of switch modules from
SPDT to SP8T
• Frequency ranges up to 50 GHz• Configure your system online fora free quote!

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MODULAR SWITCH SYSTEMS|

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Mechanical Switch Arrays

Electromechanical Switch Systems — Featured Configurations
Switch Count

Starting from $1,995

Model Number

Insertion Loss (dB)
Application

Frequency

DPD

SPD

SP4

SP6

SP8

T

T

T

T

T

ZTRC-4SPDT-A26

-

4

-

-

-

Switch Rack

DC - 26.5 GHz

ZT-310ZTRC-4SPDT-A18

-

4

-

-

-

Switch Rack

• 32 x DPDT / transfer switches

ZTRC-8SPDT-A18

-

8

-

-

-

• DC to 18 GHz

ZTRC-8SPDT-A26

-

8

-

-

• Switches mounted on front andrear panels

ZT-12SP6T-12R

-

-

-

ZT-311-

4

ZT-SP36T-12A-

ZTM2-12SP4T-18

Rack Height
Type

Panel

1U

SMA

Front

DC - 18 GHz

1U

SMA

Front

Switch Rack

DC - 18 GHz

2U

SMA

Front

-

Switch Rack

DC - 26.5 GHz

2U

SMA

Front

12

-

Switch Rack

DC - 12 GHz

4U

SMA

Rear

-

8

-

4 x SP12T Switch

DC - 12 GHz

4U

SMA

Rear

-

-

-

-

SP36T Switch

DC - 12 GHz

4U

SMA

Front

-

-

12

-

-

Switch Rack

DC - 18 GHz

5U

SMA

Front

ZTM2-12SP6T-12

-

-

-

12

-

Switch Rack

DC - 12 GHz

5U

SMA

Front

ZTM2-8SP8T-12

-

-

-

-

8

Switch Rack

DC - 12 GHz

5U

SMA

Front

ZTMX-5SP4T-40

-

-

5

-

-

Switch Rack

DC - 40 GHz

3U

2.92 mmFront

ZT-1SP8T-26

-

-

-

-

1

Switch Rack

DC - 26.5 GHz

3U

SMA

Front

• Options up to 50 GHz

ZTM-6SP6T-26

-

-

-

6

-

Switch Rack

DC - 26.5 GHz

3U

SMA

Front

• Rugged 19” rack-mount chassis

ZTM-4SP8T-12

-

-

-

-

4

Switch Rack

DC - 12 GHz

3U

SMA

Front

ZT-14SP6T-40

ZT-14SP6T-40

-

-

-

14

-

2 x SP36T Switch

DC - 40 GHz

6U

2.92 mm

Front• 14 independent SP6T switches

ZT-166

-

1

10

-

-

SP32T Switch

DC - 18 GHz

4U

SMA

Front

• DC to 40 GHz

ZT-297

-

-

-

-

9

Switch Rack

DC - 12 GHz

4U

SMA

Front

• Arranged in star configuration
on front panel

ZT-317

-

3

-

-

-

Switch Rack

DC - 18 GHz

1U

N-typeRear

ZT-310

32

-

-

-

-

Switch Rack

DC - 18 GHz

5U

SMA

Front & Rear

ZT-315

-

-

1*

-

5

SP40T Switch

DC - 18 GHz

3U

SMA

Front

ZT-169

-

4

10

-

-

4 x SP8T & 2 x SPDT

DC - 18 GHz

4U

SMA

Front

ZTM-12MTS-26

12

-

-

-

-

Switch Rack

DC - 26.5 GHz

3U

SMA

Front

Overview
Mini-Circuits’ purpose-built mechanicalswitch array racks can be configured
according to your exact specifications.
Our catalog includes a wide range ofstandard switch configurations that may
solve your problem without the need fordevelopment time, but if you don’t see
a configuration that works for you, getin touch and our applications engineering
team will work with you to develop theright solution.
Key Benefits

Featured Systems• Control via Ethernet and USB• Daisy-chain stacking of systems
supported. Allows multiple systems
to be linked together and controlled
through a single interface• Wide selection of switches from
SPDT to SP8T

• USB and Ethernet control options• Dual SP36T application with externalinterconnect cables• Control via Ethernet and USB

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M E C H A N I C A L S W I T C H A R R AY S|

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Solid State Switches

Standard Models
Model Number

Overview

Key Benefits• Ultra-high reliability with long switching life
• Switch transition time as fast as 5 ns
• Daisy-chain configuration simplifies
control systems
Simplify Your Control System
The USB interface with full software support
makes integrating switches into computercontrolled test systems a simple caseof “plug and play.” No need to spend
time developing custom micro-controller
implementations and software drivers.

Frequency

SwitchInsertion

Count

Loss

Isolation

Transition

Input

Control

Time

Power

InterfaceU2C-1SP2T-63VH

SPDT

10 - 6000 MHz

1

4 dB

110 dB

700 ns

36 dBmUSB / I²C / SPI

USB-4SP2T-63H

SPDT

10 - 6000 MHz

4

2 dB

80 dB

250 ns30 dBmUSB

USB-2SP2T-DCH

SPDT

DC - 8000 MHz

2

1.4 dB

50 dB

10 µs

35 dBmUSB

USB-1SP2T-183

SPDT

100 MHz - 18 GHz

1

2 dB

65 dB

50 ns

25 dBmUSB

USB-1SP2T-A44

SPDT

100 MHz - 40 GHz

1

3 dB

50 dB

5 ns

24 dBmUSB

U2C-1SP4T-63H

SP4T

2 - 6000 MHz

1

3.7 dB

80 dB

250 ns30 dBmUSB / I²C

USB-SP4T-63

SP4T

1 - 6000 MHz

1

1 dB

50 dB

3 µs

27 dBmUSB

USB-2SP4T-63H

SP4T

10 - 6000 MHz

2

2.5 dB

85 dB

5 µs

30 dBmUSB

USB-1SP4T-183

SP4T

100 MHz - 18 GHz

1

4 dB

65 dB

20 ns

25 dBmUSB

USB-1SP8T-63H

SP8T

10 - 6000 MHz

1

4 dB

80 dB

250 ns30 dBmUSB

Daisy Chain Control of Multiple Switches

USB-1SP8T-183

SP8T

100 MHz - 18 GHz

1

4.5 dB

65 dB

50 ns

25 dBmUSB

The additional serial control ports on
selected models support Mini-Circuits’
daisy-chain control feature with “dynamic
addressing.” This simplifies control
systems by allowing multiple switches
to be combined into a master-slave chain.
Simply connect, then power on and thewhole chain of compatible switches canbe controlled independently througha single USB connection andsoftware interface.

USB-1SP16T-83H

SP16T

1 - 8000 MHz

1

7.5 dB

100 dB

5 µs

30 dBmUSB / TTL

Mini-Circuits’ solid-state switch modules
are ideal for applications requiring fastswitching times and bullet-proof reliability.
Options from SPDT to SP16T are available
from stock, with some models operating
up to 40 GHz.
Our solid-state design approach achieves
superior isolation performance, combiningsome of the benefits typically reserved tomechanical switches with the speed andlonger life of semiconductor-based designs.
Ideal for sensitive test applications where
signal selectivity is critical!

Switch TypeSPI Timing Diagram for 3 units in series

TTL, SPI and I2C control options are alsoavailable on specific models where direct
logic control interfaces are preferred.

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Featured Systems
ZTS-1SP80T-63H

Starting from $12,655• Single SP80T switch, 10-6000 MHz• N-type input & SMA outputs

Overview• Control via Ethernet & USB

Leverage Mini-Circuits’ full range of highperformance solid-state switches to simplify
your production test racks, integrating
your required switch configuration withina convenient rack-mountable chassis witha single Ethernet / USB control interface.

• Daisy-chain stacking interface
ZTS-16SP4T-63H• 16 x SP4T switches, 10-6000 MHz• SMA connectors on front panel• Control via Ethernet & USB

Popular configurations are available fromour catalog without special development
effort, and custom systems are available
on request. Our novel daisy-chain interface
can also be included, enabling multiple
switch racks to be stacked so that allcontrol is managed through a single
software interface.

• Daisy-chain stacking interface
ZTS-6SP8T-63R• 6 x SP8T switches, 10-6000 MHz• All SMA connectors on rear panel• High isolation• Control via Ethernet & USB

Standard Models
Model Number

Switch Type

ZT-24SP2T-63VH

Frequency

Switch

Rack

Count

HeightConnectors

Panel

Control

600 - 6000 MHz

24

4U

N-typeFront & Rear

USB & Ethernet

100 - 6000 MHz

32

5U

SMA

Front

USB & Ethernet

10 - 6000 MHz

16

2U

SMA

Front

10 - 6000 MHz

6

3U

SMA

Rear

USB & Ethernet

10 - 6000 MHz

8

4U

SMA

Front

USB & Ethernet

1 - 6000 MHz

30

3U

SMA

Rear

SPDT
ZTS-32SP2T-63VH
ZTS-16SP4T-63H

SP4T

ZTS-6SP8T-63R
ZTS-8SP8T-63

SP8T

ZT-320
ZTS-1SP16T-83R

SP16T

1 - 8000 MHz

1

1U

SMA

Rear

ZTS-1SP80T-63H

SP80T

10 - 6000 MHz

1

2U

SMA

Front & Rear

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USB & Ethernet
Daisy-Chain

USB & Ethernet& Daisy-Chain
USB & Ethernet
USB & Ethernet& Daisy-Chain

Simplify your switch rack control
system using Mini-Circuits’ novel
daisy-chain stacking system:
1. Connect together multiple solid-stateswitch racks using the serial In andOut connectors
2. Automatically create a single “stacked”
system, by powering on each rack
3. Connect a single USB or Ethernet
connection to the “Master” unit
for control
4. Easily manage and control every switch
in the stack through a single software
GUI or API

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Switch Matrices

Non-Blocking Switch Matrices
Starting from $11,825

Overview
Our integrated switch matrices provide
reliable and repeatable signal routing for
any application. Blocking, non-blocking
and full fan-out switch matrices are available
using many combinations of mechanicaland solid-state switch technologies tomeet your unique system requirements.

Fan-Out Operation:

Fan-In Operation:

Construction

Construction• Splitters on inputs, switches on outputs• Switches on inputs, splitters on outputs

Switch Path Combinations

Switch Path Combinations• One to many

• Many to one• Each path connects a single input
to any combination of outputs• Each path connects any combinationof inputs to a single output• The input port can be used by multiple
active paths• The input ports can’t be used byany other active paths• The output ports can’t be used by anyother active paths• The output port can be used bymultiple active paths

Advantages

Advantages• Multiple devices on the outputs canbe driven by the same input• Multiple devices on the inputs can feed
the same output

Common Applications:

Common Applications:• Receiver Testing• Transmitter testing

Key Benefits• Blocking, non-blocking and full-fanout
configurations• Ideal for managing complex signal traffic• Combinations of mechanical and solidstate switches for optimal performance

Switch Matrix Configurations: Comparison Matrix
FeatureBlocking

Non-Blocking

Full Fan-Out

Each path can connect a single input to a single output

Yes

Yes

Yes

Each path can connect a single input to multiple outputs

No

Yes

Yes

Each path can connect multiple inputs to multiple outputs

No

No

Yes

LowestMediumHighest

No

No

Yes

HighestMediumMediumInsertion Loss
Variable Path Loss
Power Rating

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Blocking Switch Matrices
Starting from $11,845

Standard Configurations
Model Number

ZT-177Frequency

Configurations

Impedance

HeightConnectors

Control

400 - 6000 MHz

4x4

50

3U

SMA

USB & Ethernet

10 x 650

5U

N-type20 x 6

50

5U

SMA

10 x 30

50

4U

SMA

USB & Ethernet & Touchscreen

80 x 30

50

38U

SMA

USB & Ethernet

ZT-10X6NB
600 - 6000 MHz
ZT-20X6NB
ZT-10X30NB

USB & Ethernet & Touchscreen

600 - 6000 MHz
ZT-80X30NBClose-Up: ZT-10X30NB

Construction

Advantages• Switches on inputs and outputs• Broadest frequency range options

High-performance 10 x 30 non-blocking
switch matrix• Lowest insertion loss

• Bi-directional operation• Any of the 10 “A” ports can connect toany combination of the 30 “B” ports• Allows 30 separate test stations to accessany of 10 base-station channels, without
affecting any other test stations.

Parameter

Conditions

Min

Typ

Max

Units

Frequency

-

600

-

6000

MHz

600–3000 MHz

-

23

25

3000–6000 MHz

-

26

30

600–3000 MHz

60

80

-

3000–6000 MHz

55

70

-

-

-

None

-

IsolationInative Paths
Return Loss

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Common Applications:• One-to-one• Multi-channel / MIMO / LTE radio testing• Each path connects a single input toa single output• Satcom signal routing• The input and output can’t be used byany other active paths• Ideally suited to cellular test systems

Path Loss

Switch Path Combinations• Component characterisation /qualification testing• VNA extension• Bi-directional operation

dB

dB

dB

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Close-Up: ZTVX-16-18-S
Broadband 2x16 Blocking Switch Matrix

Blocking Standard Configurations
Model Name

Frequency

Configuration

Impedance

HeightZTVX-10-75-N

2 x 104U

ZTVX-12-75-N

2 x 124U

5 - 2500 MHz

75

Connectors

N-typeZTVX-16-75-N

2 x 164U

ZTVX-8-75-N

2x8

3U

ZT-16X48B

16 x 48

14U

Control

USB & Ethernet

Broadband 2 x 16 blocking switch matrix,
operating up to 18 GHz. The low loss, highisolation and blocking configuration with
2 active paths lends itself to use as a
VNA extender:

USB & Ethernet
ZT-24X48B

600 - 6000 MHz

24 x 48

50

48U

ZT-24X8B

24 x 85U

ZTVX-8-12-S

2x8

2U

ZTVX-10-12-S

2 x 102U

ZTVX-12-12-S

DC - 12000 MHz

2 x 1250

2U

ZTVX-16-12-S

2 x 162U

ZTVX-32-12-S

2 x 324U

ZT-6X3B

6x3

3U

DC - 12000 MHz

50
6x8

4U

ZTVX-8-18-S

2x8

2U

ZTVX-10-18-S

2 x 102U50

2 x 122U

ZTVX-16-18-S

2 x 162U

ZT-8X8B-1835

DC - 18000 MHz

8x8

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50& Daisy-Chain

4U• Characterisation of multi-port devices• Testing of MIMO systems with highchannel counts

SMA

USB & Ethernet

USB & Ethernet• 2 x 8, 2 x 10, 2 x 12, 2 x 16 and 2 x 32
configurations available

Parameter

Conditions

Min

Typ

Max

Units

Frequency

-

DC

-

18

GHz

DC - 8 GHz

-

1.2

-

8–18 GHz

-

2.0

-

DC - 8 GHz

-

100

-

8–18 GHz-

90-

Return Loss

-

-

15

-

dB

Input PowerPer port

-

-

30

dBm

Path LossSMA

ZTVX-12-18-S• Extension of a 2-port VNA to multiple DUT
USB & Ethernet

SMA

ZT-175DC - 18000 MHz

SMA

dB

USB & Ethernet

IsolationInative Paths
SMA

USB & EthernetdB

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32Fully Non-Blocking / Full Fan-Out
Attenuator Matrices

Fully Non-Blocking Standard Configurations
Model Name

Frequency

Configuration

Attenuation

HeightConnectors

ControlStarting from $35,125
ZT-24RFX8

24 x 8

ZT-16RFX8

Overview

Switch Path Combinations“Full fan-out” or “fully non-blocking” systems
use a combination of programmableattenuators and splitter / combiners toprovide a completely flexible set of paths
between a group of input and output
ports. Similar to a switch matrix except any
individual path can be “on” (0 dB attenuation),or “off” (max attenuation), or any attenuation
value in-between. In addition, all inputs canconnect simultaneously to all outputs, andall paths are bi-directional. This completely
flexible set of characteristics provides a
powerful matrix for test environments.

• Many to many
• Each path connects any combinationof inputs to any combination of outputs• All input and output ports can be usedby multiple active paths
Advantages• Completely flexible path combinations• Programmable attenuators allow precise
signal level, rather than just on or off• Many-to-many configuration—all inputs
can connect to all outputs simultaneously• Programmable attenuators on every
channel to vary path loss
• Ideal for transceiver / handover
test systems• Multiple devices on the outputs can be
driven by the same input
Common Applications• Transmitter & receiver testing• Cellular handover testing

0-63 dB

8x8• Splitter/combiners on inputs and outputs• Programmable attenuators used for path“switching” and signal level control

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USB & Ethernet

SMA& Daisy-Chain

3U

8x8 Full Fan-Out / Fully Non-Blocking Matrix• Operation from 500 MHz to 6 GHz• USB & Ethernet control
Path Loss at Attenuation Steps:
50
45
40
35
30
25
20
15
10
5
0

RCDAT-40G-30
Attenuation relative to Insertion Loss overAttenuation settings

1.0 dB0

2.0 dB

10000

4.0 dB

8.0 dB

20000

16 dB

30000

30 dB

40000

Parameter

Conditions

Min

Typ

Max

Units

Frequency

-

500

-

6000

MHz

500 – 3000 MHz

-

23

28

3000 – 6000 MHz

-

28

34

500 – 3000 MHz

-

18

-

3000 – 6000 MHz

-

13

-

Attenuation
Range

Per path,0.25 dB steps

0

-

63

Isolation(between
adjacent ports@ 0 dB)

500 – 3000 MHz

45

52

-

3000 – 6000 MHz

48

57

-

Path Loss

Frequency (MHz)• Massive MIMO

Construction

5U

Close-Up: ZT-8RFX8Attenuation (dB)

Key Benefits

16 x 8ZT-8RFX8• Multiple devices on the inputs can feed
the same output

500 - 6000 MHz

5U

Functional Schematic:dB

Return Loss

dB

dB

dB

Isolation(in <> out@ 63 dB)

500 – 3000 MHz

-

83

-

3000 – 6000 MHz

-

90

-

Input Power

-

-

-

+20

dB

F U L LY N O N - B L O C K I N G / F U L L F A N - O U T A T T E N U A T O R M A T R I C E S

dBm

|

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Signal Conditioning& Attenuation

Catalog Models
Model Number

Our programmable attenuator product line
provides versatile solutions for automating
signal level control, simulating the effectsof signal fading and a number of otheruseful functions. Our programmableattenuators offer outstanding accuracy,even at the highest attenuation settings
and wide frequency ranges up to 50 GHz.
These devices may be used individuallyor integrated into multi-channel systems
for higher-volume setups.

Frequency

Attenuation Range

Attenuation Steps

(dB)

(dB)

Control

ZVVA-3000

20 MHz - 3 GHz

0 - 250.1+23 dBm

USB & RS232

RCDAT-3000-63W2

50 MHz - 3 GHz

0 - 63

1+33 dBm

USB & Ethernet

RCDAT-4000-120

1 MHz - 4 GHz

0 - 1200.25+20 dBm

USB & Ethernet

0.25+20 dBm

USB & Ethernet

0.05+23 dBm

USB & Ethernet

0.25+28 dBm

USB & Ethernet

0.05+24 dBm

0.5

7.5 dB

RCDAT-6000-30

0 - 30RCDAT-6000-60

0 - 601 MHz - 6 GHz

RCDAT-6000-90

0 - 90RCDAT-6000-110

0 - 110

RCDAT-6G-120H

200 MHz - 6 GHz

RCDAT-8000-30
RCDAT-8000-60

RCDAT-8G-120H

0 - 120
0 - 301 MHz - 8 GHz

RCDAT-8000-90

Programmable Attenuators
Off the Shelf

Input Power

0 - 600 - 90200 MHz - 8 GHz

RUDAT-13G-60

0 - 120

Overview

RUDAT-13G-90

Mini-Circuits’ compact programmableattenuators are designed with wide
attenuation ranges and fine step sizes,
for precise signal level control. Coupledwith our standard USB & Ethernet
control interfaces, these devices areeasily integrated into any test system
for simulation of transmission loss,
signal fading, cross talk and power
level calibration.

RCDAT-18G-63

100 MHz - 18 GHz

0 - 630.25

4 dB

RCDAT-30G-30

100 MHz - 30 GHz

0 - 300.5

7.5 dB

RCDAT-40G-30

100 MHz - 40 GHz

0 - 300.5

4 dB

Key Benefits

Common Applications• Frequency range up to 50 GHz• Transmission loss simulation• Attenuation range up to 120 dB• LTE / 4G / 5G network infrastructure• Step size as small as 0.05 dB• IoT / Bluetooth / Zigbee / Wi-Fi 6E• Automation via Ethernet or USB• Power level cycling

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0 - 6010 MHz - 13 GHz

RCDAT-50G-30

USB & Ethernet

USB, SPI & RS232

0 - 90100 MHz - 50 GHz

0 - 300.5

7.5 dB

USB & Ethernet &Daisy-Chain & TTL
USB & Ethernet& Daisy-Chain
USB & Ethernet& Daisy-Chain
USB & Ethernet& Daisy-Chain

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Off the Shelf

Programmable Attenuators
Off the Shelf Continued

Compact Modules
Close-Up: RCDAT-8G-120H

Overview
Mini-Circuits’ RC4DAT (4-channel) and
RC8DAT (8-channel) series programmableattenuators are the perfect solution for
multi-channel and multi-device test systems.

Key Features:• 0 to 120 dB attenuation range with
0.05 dB steps!
• Operation from 200 MHz to 8 GHz

Each model combines 4 or 8 independently
controllable attenuation channels in one
compact package, with high isolation ofcross-talk between channels. All channels
are controlled through a single interface.

• USB & Ethernet control

Key Benefits• Multiple independently controlled
channels in a single, compact module• Frequency range up to 8 GHz• Attenuation range up to 120 dB
Close-Up: RCDAT-40G-30• Consistent attenuation up to 40 GHz!
• 0-30 dB programmable attenuation in
0.5 dB steps• USB & Ethernet control• Daisy-chain up to 25 attenuators via
single control interface

Attenuation (dB)

Key Features:

50
45
40
35
30
25
20
15
10
5
0

• Step size as small as 0.05 dB

RCDAT-40G-30
Attenuation relative to Insertion Loss overAttenuation settings
1.0 dB

2.0 dB

4.0 dB

8.0 dB

16 dB

Common Applications
30 dB• Cellular handover testing• MIMO verification• Mesh network testingMulti-Channel Attenuators — Catalog Models

0

10000

20000

30000

40000

Model Number

Frequency

ChannelFrequency (MHz)RC4DAT-6G-30
RC4DAT-6G-60

Attenuation

Range (dB)

Steps (dB)

Input Power

Control

0.25

23 dBmUSB & Ethernet

0 - 950.25

28 dBmUSB & Ethernet

0 - 1200.05

23 dBm0 - 950.25

28 dBm0 - 301 MHz - 6 GHz

4

RC4DAT-6G-95
RC4DAT-8G-95

Attenuation

0 - 630 - 95

1 MHz - 8 GHz
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RC4DAT-8G-120H

200 MHz - 8 GHz

RC8DAT-8G-95

1 MHz - 8 GHz

8USB & Ethernet& Daisy-Chain
USB & Ethernet

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Rack Mount Attenuation Systems — Standard Configurations
Model Name

Rack-Mount Systems

ZTDAT-8-6G30SStarting from $15,495

ZTDAT-8-6G63SR

Frequency

Channels

Attenuation

Rack

Connectors

Panel

0 - 30 dB

1U

SMA

Front & Rear

0 - 63 dB

1U

SMA

Rear

1U

SMA

Front & Rear

1U

SMA

Rear

1U

SMA

Front & Rear

1U

SMA

Front & Rear

2U

SMA

Rear

1U

SMA

Front & Rear

2U

4.3-10

Front & Rear

2U

N-TypeFront & Rear

1U

SMA

Front & Rear

2U

SMA

Front & Rear

1U

SMA

Front & Rear

1U

SMA

Front & Rear

Control

8

Overview

ZTDAT-8-6G95S

Our ZTDAT-series attenuator racks caterto test systems where a greater numberof programmable channels are required.
With models operating up to 8 GHz and
up to 48 channels per system, mostwireless test applications in the L, S
and C bands can be accommodated.

ZTDAT-8-6G95SR

0 - 95 dB

ZTDAT-12-6G30S

0 - 30 dB

ZTDAT-12-6G95S

12
1 - 6000 MHz

0 - 95 dB

ZTDAT-12-6G95SR
ZTDAT-16-6G63S

0 - 63 dB

ZTDAT-16-6G9543

USB & Ethernet& Daisy-Chain

16

Key Benefits

ZTDAT-16-6G95N

0 - 95 dB• 19” rack mount chassis

ZTDAT-16-6G95S• Up to 48 channels per system

ZTDAT-24-6G95S

24• Daisy chain multiple systems for morechannels from a single interface

ZTDAT-8-8G95S

8
1 - 8000 MHz

ZTDAT-16-8G95S

0 - 95 dB

0 - 95 dB
16

USB & Ethernet& Daisy-Chain

Daisy Chain Control Stacking
Multiple units can be configured intoa single system using Mini-Circuits’
daisy-chain stacking interface, allowing
100s of attenuator channels to becontrolled through a single USB
or Ethernet connection.

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Targeted Solutions& Use Cases

Cellular Handover Test Standard Configurations
Model Name

Frequency

Inputs

Outputs

ZT-279500 - 6000 MHz

2

4

ZT-278500 - 6000 MHz

432

Attenuation

HeightConnectors

1U

SMA

3U

SMA

Control

USB & Ethernet

0 - 95 dB

In addition to hundreds of general-purpose
test systems, Mini-Circuits has developed
several solutions based on common test
use cases in the market. Our solutions
include multiple options for simulating
real-world signal conditions in the labenvironment, high-power test systems
to scale up throughput for burn-in testing
and more.

ZT-217600 - 6000 MHz

3

20

4U

N-type

ZT-217-S

600 - 6000 MHz

3

20

4U

SMA

ZT-217 and ZT-217-S

Cellular Handover Test Systems& Daisy-Chain

ZT-279Overview
Testing of multi-band cellular systems
typically requires a test environment capableof combining and varying signals frommultiple radios and interferers into thedevice (or devices) under test. Mini-Circuits
has a range of handover test systems
combining programmable attenuatorsand power splitters and combiners forthis purpose. These configurations allow
simulation of “real-world” conditions for
wireless handsets, radio-heads, antenna
systems, base-stations and nodes.

Cell 1

Cell 2

Close-Up: ZT-278

Parameter

Conditions

Min

Typ

Max

Unit

4-Input to 32-Output Matrix

Frequency

-

500

-

6000

MHz

Key Features:

Insertion
Loss

Attenuation = 0 dB

-

18

22

dB

-

-

12

-

dB

Between outputsof the same splitter

22

35

-

• Independent 0-95 dB attenuation
per output

Return Loss

• Operation from 500 MHz to 6 GHz• USB & Ethernet control

Isolation

Attenuation
Range

Key Benefits

Typical applications include:• Simulates distance and signal transition
in a lab environment

1. Varying path loss between a wirelessdevice and node during transmission• Independently controlled attenuation on
every channel

2. Hand-over from one node to another asa wireless device moves out of range• Expandable by connecting multiple units
in daisy chain configuration

3. Verification of device performance inthe presence of multiple radio signals
and interferers

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dB
Between adjacent
input ports

90

100

-

0.25 dB Steps

0

-

90

0.50 dB Steps

90

-

95

RF-A, RF-B,
RF-C, RF-D

-

-

+30

dB

Input PowerdBm
A1-8; B1-8;
C1-8; D1-8

-

-

+23

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42Mesh Network Simulation Racks

Close-Up: ZTMN-0895A-S

Parameter

Conditions

Min

Starting from $10,4958-port mesh network
UHF / VHF bands (30-3000 MHz)

Frequency-

30

Insertion Loss--

Return Loss

-

Max

Unit

3000

MHz

33

-

dB

-

12

-

dB

0.25 dB steps

0

-

90

0.5 dB steps

90

-

95

Input PowerPer path

-

-

+27

dBm

Close-Up: ZTMN-0695C-S

Parameter

Conditions

Min

Typ

Max

Unit

6-port mesh network
Covers WiFi bands (including WiFi 6E)

Frequency

-

2000

8000

MHz

Insertion Loss

-

-

30

-

dB

Common Applications

Return Loss

-

-

17

-

dB

• R&D testing of wireless “smart” devices

Attenuation

2000-7200 MHz

0

-

95

7200-8000 MHz

0

-

90

Per path

-

-

+25

Overview
Mini-Circuits has developed a range of test
systems for characterizing wireless meshnetwork devices. All external ports of themesh are interconnected to simulate an
over-the-air wireless mesh configuration.
Programmable attenuators on eachinternal path allow the path loss to
be varied independently between
any pair of devices, without affecting
communication between any other pair.

Attenuation
Range• Configurations from 3 to N ports• Independently controlled attenuation
on every path
• Attenuation range up to 120 dB

1. Receiver sensitivity• Bluetooth, Zigbee, Z-Wave, WiFi, IoT

2. Changes in range between devices• Qualification / acceptance testing ofmilitary radios

3. Performance in the presence ofinterfering signals

dB

Key Benefits• Frequency range up to 40 GHz
This configuration allows the simulationof real-world mesh characteristics
within a confined lab or production
environment, including:

Typ

Range
Input Power

dB

dBm

• UHF / VHF band man-pack / vehicularsystems

4. Ability of devices to relay signals
between nodes• PMR / TETRA

Custom Mesh Configurations
Custom frequency, port and connector
configurations can be provided on request.

Mesh Network Test Standard Configurations
Model Name

Frequency

Ports

ZTMN-0495AS

350 - 6000 MHz

ZTMN-0695A-T

Attenuation

HeightConnectors

4

2U

SMA

Number of Ports

Number of Paths

2000 - 6000 MHz

6

2U

TNC

4

6

ZTMN-0695B-S

600 - 6000 MHz

6

2U

SMA

6

15

ZTMN-0695C-S

2000 - 8000 MHz

6

2U

SMA

8

28

ZTMN-0895A-S

30 - 3000 MHz

8

2U

SMA

9

36

ZTMN-0895B-S

500 - 6000 MHz

8

3U

SMA

16

120

ZTMN-0995A-S

500 - 6000 MHz

9

3U

SMA

32

496

0 - 95 dB

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Control

USB & Ethernet

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44Mesh Networks:
Applications& Use Cases

DEVICE 1

Group ADEVICE 2

DEVICE 3Group AGroup ADEVICE 4Group BOne of the strengths of a mesh network test
system is that the programmable attenuators
allow fine control of the transmission loss
between devices, from switching on thepath (min attenuation) to switching off thepath (max attenuation) and everything in
between. Being able to set the loss within
this range allows a wide range of scenarios
to be simulated, such as varying distances
between DUT, moving into and out of rangeof other DUT, or blocking / interfering
signals of varying levels being introduced.
Use Case 1: Military VHF / UHF Radios(30-1000 MHz)A common mesh network application
involves hand-held / manpack or vehiclemounted radios issued to military groups
or personnel. These radios typically support
communication directly between devices,
allowing operation where no intermediatebase-station infrastructure is available
to serve as a central “hub.” The meshconcept allows for complete flexibilityof communication between the devices.

Use Case 2: Smart Home Devices(700-5900 MHz)The range of devices available for the“smart home” is growing by the day andincludes items such as smart light bulbs,
plug sockets, home assistants, thermostats,boiler / radiator controllers and cameras. A
common implementation of these devices
would see them interconnect in a meshnetwork using ZigBee, or a similar low
power radio standard.
The advantage of the mesh networkarchitecture in this application is that eachdevice is capable of communicating witha number of other devices in range, rather
than just to a single common access point,router or base-station. This allows devices
to act as network repeaters / extenders,passing communications along the meshfor other devices which might otherwise
be out of range of each other. Should any
1 device fail (for example if the battery was
exhausted) there would often be anotherroute available for all other devices to carryon operation.

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DEVICE 5

DEVICE 6Group B

Group BFig 2—Interconnections between an example radio system

Example Mesh Test System
Implementation
Both of the case studies above could leadto the example scenario represented in Fig.
2. The diagram shows six mesh devices
under test (DUT) which are connected in
2 groups of 3. The 3 devices within group
A are in range of each other, as are the 3
devices in group B. Devices 3 and 4 are also
close enough to be able to communicate
and relay messages between the groups.
In use case 1 this may represent 2 teamsof military personnel or vehicles operating
remotely, where 2 radios on the edgesof the groups (devices 3 and 4) are also
in range of each other and able to relay
between the groups. In use case 2 this
could represent smart devices spreadover two areas of a large building, where
only one device in each area is locatedclose enough to the other to be able tobridge the distance.

Fig 3—Connecting the DUT configuration ofFig 2 through a mesh network test system

Fig 3 demonstrates how the 6 DUT of this
scenario can be interconnected through amesh network test system in a production
environment. To mimic the allowedinterconnections of Fig 3, the attenuatorson the allowed paths (highlighted green)
should be set to low loss. To block theunwanted paths between devices whichshould not be able to communicate, theattenuators on those paths (highlightedred) should be set to maximum attenuation,
this ensures >100 dB isolation between
the devices at each end of the paths.

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High Power
Test Systems

High-Power Passive Systems
Key Benefits• Rack-mountable splitters rated up to 100W
• High power attenuator / load boxes

Overview• High power switch systems

Mini-Circuits provides all the key building
blocks needed for creation of high-power
RF test systems. Our off the shelf 100W
saturated output power amplifiers can be
combined with signal sources, distribution
systems and loads to create complete
integrated test systems.

Featured Systems
Model Name

Frequency (MHz)Power (W)

Rack Height

Description

ZT-184500 - 6000

30

3U

10 x 4-way splitter / combiner panel

ZT-10HPS-272

700 - 2700

100

2U

10-way high power splitter

Key Benefits

ZT-16HPS-63W-S

700 - 6000

100

2U

16-way high power splitter• Signal sources, amplifiers anddistribution systems

ZT-20HPS-63-S

2500 - 6000

100

2U

20-way high power splitter

ZT-337DC - 6000

100

3U

4-channel 30 dB higher power attenuator

ZT-234

1 - 3000

100

4UHigh power switch / attenuator system• Distribute signal up to 100W into
multiple channels
High Power Test Applications• HTOL (high temperature operating life)

High-Power Amplifiers• General burn-in / RF stress testing• EMC / EMI testing

Key Benefits• Rack-mountable broadband amplifiers• Saturated output powers up to 100W

Featured Systems
Model Name

Frequency (MHz)Output Channels

Power per Channel (W)HTOL-700-2700-1W

700 - 2700

80

1HTOL-2500-6000-1W

2500 - 6000

80

1HTOL-700-2700-3W

700 - 2700

80

3

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Description• See p. 51 for custom amplifier configurations

HTOL signal sourceand distribution system
HTOL signal source

Featured Systems

and distribution system
HTOL signal source

Model Name

Frequency (MHz)Gain (dB)PSAT (W)

Rack Height

HPA-25W-272+

20 - 2700

50

25

2U

HPA-50W-63+

700 - 6000

56

50

3U

HPA-272+

700 - 2700

48

100

3U

HPA-100W-63+

2500 - 6000

58

100

3U

and distribution system

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Use Case:
80-Channel HTOL Test System
HTOL (high temperature operating life) is
a test methodology intended to stress a
device over an extended period of time,allowing calculation of a device’s longterm reliability. The test is applicable to awide range of component manufacturing
applications, IC manufacturers in particular,
including amplifiers, filters and transceivers.
The concept requires an RF splitter system
to distribute a test signal over a large number
of DUT (device under test) channels in parallel
so that a statistically significant calculationof reliability can be made. A high powersignal source is also required, sufficient
to drive each DUT at the appropriate level
whilst also overcoming the inevitable signal
losses, inherent in the distribution system.
Mini-Circuits can provide all the building
blocks required for HTOL testing, including
a ready-made integrated system suppliedin a rack cabinet. The system pictured in
the block diagram and image below is
HTOL-700-2700-1W, a complete HTOL
test setup capable of driving 80 parallel
DUT at 1W each in the 700-2700
MHz band.

49 | H I G H P O W E R T E S T S Y S T E M S

The component modules are:• SSG-6000RC signal source• 25 to 6000 MHz CW signal generation
with up to +14 dBm output• ZAPD-2-272+ power splitter• Wideband 2-way splitter, routing thesignal source into 2 parallel paths• 2 x HPA-272+ high power amplifiers• Pair of 700 to 2700 MHz power
amplifiers, each with 100 W saturated
output power• 2 x ZT-10HPS-272+ high power splitters• Pair of 10-way splitters covering 700
to 2700 MHz with 100W input
power rating• 2 x ZT-184 medium power splitter matrix• Each ZT-184 houses 10 x 4-way splitter/
combiners covering 380 to 4600 MHz,
with an input power rating of 30W

HIGH POWER TEST SYSTEMS|

50

Integrated
Amplifier Systems
Overview

Close-Up: ZT-228

Close-Up: ZT-270

Mini-Circuits’ extensive selection of
amplifiers in stock allows us to build
integrated amplifier systems for specifictest applications. These systems range
in complexity from simple multi-channel
amplifier racks to designs with additional
functions such as gain control, filteringand more.

4-Channel Wi-Fi Diplexing Amplifier

4-Channel Variable Gain Amplifier

Key Benefits• Wide selection of amplifier
modules in stock• Custom integration• Rugged designs idealfor demanding lab use• Fast turnaround• See p. 48 for high-powerrack mount amplifiers

51 | I N T E G R A T E D A M P L I F I E R S Y S T E M S

Mini-Circuits’ ZT-228 is a 4-channel filteredamplifier for Wi-Fi applications. Each of the
4 inputs is split and independently amplified
on separate paths for the low and high Wi-Fi
bands (centered at 2.4-2.5 and 5.7-5.9 GHz,
respectively), with 60 dB rejection of the
opposite band. The system is housed in
1U rack-mount chassis with a built-in AC
power supply.
RF Specifications (per channel):

Mini-Circuits’ ZT-270 is a UHF band variable
gain amplifier (VGA) with 4 independently
controlled channels. Each channel provides
up to 2W output power with 30 dB gain
control at 0.25 dB steps. Four separate
ON/OFF power switches on the front panel
allow any channel to be quickly and safely
isolated by terminating the input signal into
an internal load. The gain can be controlled
via USB or Ethernet (supporting both
HTTP and Telnet network protocols).
The system is housed in a compact
19-inchrack chassis (3U height) with
SMA connectors, 4 x RF inputs on thefront panel and 4 x RF outputs on therear panel.

Specifications (Each Amplifier, 25˚C)Parameter

Conditions

Min

Typ

Max

Unit

Frequency

-

10

-

300

MHz

Small Signal Gain

@ 0 dBattenuation

50

52

-

dB

Input Return Loss

-

-

18

-

dB

Output Return
Loss

-

-

15

-

dB

Attenuation
Range

-

0

-

30

dB

Step Size

-

-

0.25

-

dB

@ 0 dB
Attenuation
Setting

-

-20

dB

Input Power

Approximate Attenuation
Settings for 2W Output
Input Power(dBm)

RCDAT Setting(dB)

Output Power
(dBm)

4

24

33

0

20

33

3

17

33

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52Signal Generators

Close-Up: ZT-285
12-Channel Amplifier System
ZT-285 is a 12-channel amplifier system,
supplied in a 2U height, 19” rack-mountchassis with a single AC mains power
supply connection and SMA input /output connectors on the front andrear panels. Each independent amplifier
channel operates over 500-2500 MHz,
ideal for L-band satellite communications
and telecommunications applications,achieving high gain and high directivity
across the band.

Mini-Circuits’ SSG series offers reliable
and repeatable signal sources with fullautomation via Ethernet or USB, available
at a fraction of the cost of traditional
benchtop signal sources. Other high-end
signal generators on the market often
come with advanced features manycustomers don’t need. Our generators
provide a versatile, high-performance
signal source at a fraction of the cost.

Common Applications• LTE / 5G / Wi-Fi (2.4-7.2 GHz) testing• Dynamic Frequency Selection(DFS) simulation• Lab and field test equipment• High volume production testing / ATE

Catalog Models
Model Name

Frequency

Output Power

Control

Low (MHz)High (MHz)Resolution (Hz)Low (dBm)

High (dBm)

SSG-6000RC

25

6,000

3-6

-65

+14

USB & Ethernet

SSG-6001RC

1

6,000

3-6

-70

+15

USB & Ethernet

SSG-15G-RC

10

15,000

0.1

-50

+16

USB & Ethernet

Specifications (Each Amplifier, 25˚C)
Gain over Frequency

Maximum Power (dBm)in GHz (dB)

Output (1 dB Comp.)

Dynamic Range

VSWR (:1)

Active Directivity

1.5-2. GHz(dB)

Close-Up: SSG-15G-RC
Ultra-Wideband Synthesized Signal Generator

Min
0.5

1.0

1.5

2.0

2.5

@2

FL

NF (dB) 1

FU

GHz

GHz
37

41.5

41

39

37

33

19

17

2.9

IP3 (dBm)
1 GHz

2 GHz

24

26

In

Out

-

1.3

1.5

24

• 10 MHz to 15 GHz with 0.1 Hz resolution• CW and pulsed output signals• 60 dB typical output dynamic range• Configure automated sweep, hop andpulse sequences• USB & Ethernet control

53 | I N T E G R A T E D A M P L I F I E R S Y S T E M S

S I G N A L G E N E R AT O R S|

54Power Meters
Overview
USB and Ethernet controlled power sensors
enable any PC to operate as a low-cost
power meter. The included GUI software
supports everything from simple one-off
measurements to scheduled measurementtasks with CSV data reports. The sensors
have automatic frequency and temperaturecompensation so no external calibrationor set up is required, just plug in andstart measuring!

Measurement Accuracy vs.
Competitor for LTE Signals

Average Power Measurements for CW and Modulated Signals
Model Name

Signal Types

Z0

Frequency (MHz)Dynamic Range (dBm)

Measurement

Control

Speed (ms)
Low

High

Low

High

PWR-2.5GHS-75

CW

75

0.1

2500

-30

+20

30

USB

PWR-4GHS

CW

50

0.009

4000

-30

+20

30

USB

PWR-6GHS

CW

50

1

6000

-30

+20

30

USB

PWR-6LGHS

CW

50

50

6000

-45

+10

30

USB

PWR-8GHS

CW

50

1

8000

-30

+20

30

USB

PWR-8GHS-RC

CW

50

1

8000

-30

+20

30

PWR-8FS

CW

50

1

8000

-30

+20

10

50

50

6000

-45

+10

30

50

50

6000

-35

+20

30

PWR-6LRMS-RC
PWR-6RMS-RC

CW &Modulated
CW &Modulated

55 | P O W E R M E T E R S

USB &Ethernet

Mini-Circuits PWR-6LRMS-RC is a
low-cost sensor suitable for measurementof modulated signals. A simple test was
conducted to verify the measurement
accuracy of PWR-6LRMS-RC against
a higher cost competitive model froma well-established test equipment
manufacturer. The test signal was
configured as shown below using
a Keysight N5182A signal source:• 1C LTE 5 MHz• 64QAM, 1 resource block,high channel, FDD• Frequency: 2 GHz

USB• PAR: 9.7 dB

USB &• Power Out: -33 to +2 dBm

Ethernet

The test confirmed the accuracy of Mini-Circuits’
PWR-6LRMS-RC to be within ± 0.06 dB of
the reference measurement.

USB &Ethernet

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Power Meters Continued
Peak & Average Measurements for
CW, Modulated & Pulsed Signals• Peak & average measurements withstatistical analysis (duty cycle, rise /fall time, pulse width)• Increased dynamic range with fastersampling time
• Allows plotting of pulse profile with time

Catalog Models
Model Name

PWR-8P-RC
PWR-8PW-RC
PWR-40P-RC

Signal Types

CW, Modulated& Pulsed
CW, Modulated& Pulsed
CW, Modulated& Pulsed

Frequency (MHz)Dynamic Range (dBm)

Sample Rate

Measurement(/sec)

Bandwidth

Control

Low

High

Low

High

10

8000

-60

+20

0.5 million

100 kHzUSB & Ethernet

10

8000

-60

+20

20 million

10 MHzUSB & Ethernet

10

40000

-24

+20

20 million

10 MHzUSB & Ethernet

Frequency & Average Power
Measurements for CW Signals“

Been working with Mini-Circuits for over 12
years at this company and my previous one.
The basic standard has always been quick,timely response to quote requests, rarely
late on deliveries, and no quality issues atall. A true pleasure to deal with, and I wish
more of my suppliers would work andperform as well as Mini-Circuits does.
— Mark P.

• Measure frequency and powerfrom a single low-cost tool

BAE SYSTEMS• Standalone measurements
using the integrated display

Catalog Models
Model Name

Signal Types

Impedance

Frequency (MHz)Dynamic Range (dBm)

Power Measurement

Control

Speed (ms)

FCPM-6000RC

CW

57 | P O W E R M E T E R S

50

Low

High

Low

High

1

6000

-30

+20

30

USB & Ethernet

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Panel-Mounted
Structures
Overview
Mini-Circuits’ panel-mounted structures
provide clean, organized managementof cable runs and connections incomplex, high-volume test setups.
Multiple connector adapters, power
splitters, directional couplers andother essential RF components andtest accessories can be integrated
efficiently within the test system.
Custom configurations are available
upon request.
Key Benefits

Patch Panels
Starting from $795
Key Benefits• Tidy cable connections with patch
panels directly on the rack
• Convert between connector types• Use as “connector savers” toreduce wear on high-cost test
equipment connectors• Wide variety of standard configurations• Custom configurations
with fast turnaround• 24 x connector adapters• N-type female to N-type female• 19” width, 4U height• Extended mounting brackets

Featured Configurations
ZT-96KFFL-KF50+ | DC to 40 GHz

ZT-240BK | DC to 6 GHz• 96 x connector adapters• 24 x connector adapters• 2.92 mm female to 2.92 mm female• N-type female to N-type female• 19” width, 5U height• 19” width, 4U height• Black anodized panel• Organized management ofcable runs in busy test setups• Choose from adapters,
splitters couplers and othercoaxial components

ZT-240 | DC to 6 GHz

ZT-182 | DC to 11 GHz

ZT-312 | DC to 18 GHz• 48 x connector adapters• 12 x connector adapters• N-type female to N-type female• N-type female to SMA female• 19” width, 4U height• 19” width, 1U height

ZT-183 | DC to 18 GHz

ZT-314D | DC to 18 GHz• 48 x connector adapters• 80 x connector adapters• N-type female to SMA female• SMA female to SMA female• 19” width, 4U height• 19” width, 2U height

Types/families• Patch panels• Passive component panels

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Passive Component Panels

ZT-277 | 600 to 6000 MHz

ZT-255 | 500 to 8500 MHz

Starting from $1,195• 3 x 4-way splitter/combiners• 8 x 2-way splitter/combiners• 19” width, 1U height• 19” width, 2U height (black anodized panel)• SMA female connectors• SMA female connectors

ZT-257 | 600 to 6000 MHz

ZT-229B | 0.5 to 600 GHz• 4 x 4-way splitter/combiners• 16 x 2-way splitter/combiners• 19” width, 1U height• 19” width, 2U height• SMA female connectors• SMA female connectors

Choose from 1000+ passive
components in stock:• Power splitter / combiners• Directional couplers• High power fixed attenuators• Simplify test setups by integrating
accessories into the rack

Featured Configurations
ZT-230 | 1 to 500 MHz

ZT-333 | 100 to 900 MHz

ZT-184 | 500 to 6000 MHz

ZT-222 | 350 to 6000 GHz• 8 x 10 dB directional couplers• 4 x 2-way splitter/combiners• 10 x 4-way splitter/combiners• 20 x 2-way splitter/combiners• 19" width, 2U height• 19” width, 1U height• 19” width, 3U height• 19” width, 4U height• SMA female connectors• SMA female connectors• SMA female connectors• N-type female connectors

ZT-256 | DC to 18 GHz

ZT-245 | 300 to 1000 MHz

ZT-304 | 500 to 6000 MHz• 12 x 2-way resistive splitter/combiners• 1 x 8-way splitter/combiner• 8 x 2-way splitter/combiners• 19” width, 2U height• 19” width, 1U height• 19” width, 1U height• SMA female connectors• SMA female connectors• SMA female connectors

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PA N E L M O U N T E D S T R U C T U R E S — PA S S I V E C O M P O N E N T S PA N E L S|

62Signal Distribution
Overview

Close-Up: ZT-161RS

For test systems requiring distribution of
signal to many DUTs, Mini-Circuits’ signal
distribution systems combine splitter/
combiners and directional couplers to
expand test signal into multiple channels.
Amplifiers can also be incorporated tominimize path loss and manage signal
power from input to output.

L-Band Active Splitter Module• 16-way active splitter• Ideal for GNSS signal
distribution applications• 20+ dB gain per channel

Key Benefits

Specifications (25˚C)• Wide selection of splitter/combinersand directional couplers in stock

Parameter

Conditions

Min

Typ

Max

Unit

• Bandwidths up to 65 GHz

Frequency

-

1200

-

1600

MHz

• RF input power up to 250W

Gain

Per Channel

20

-

-

dB

VSWR

-

-

1.4

-

dB

Isolation

Between Outputs

-

25

-

dB

-

-

-

-25

dBm

• Rack-mounted, panel-mounted
or benchtop structures

Input Power

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16

Standard Configurations
Model Name
ZT-104

Description
16-Way Active Splitter - 10 MHz
Reference Distribution Module

Frequency Range (MHz)# of Inputs# of Outputs

Connector Type

10

1

16

BNC

ZT-201

20x2-Way Splitter Array

350 to 6000

2040

N-type

ZT-207

6x 2-Way Splitter Array

350 to 6000

6

12

N-type to SMA

ZT-2084x 4-Way Splitter Array

380 to 4600

416

N-type

ZT-246

12 x 2-Way Splitter Array

350 to 6000

12

24

SMA

ZT-161RS

16-Way Active L-Band Splitter

1200 to 1600

1

16

SMA

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Custom Systems

Lab Accessories

Overview

Mini-Circuits’ extensive selection of
thousands of stocked catalog components
offers everything you need to supply yourRF test lab. If you’re considering one of
our integrated systems for your test setup,
be sure to check out our connectorizedcomponents for all your needs on the bench.

Our experience in the test space has
evolved according to your needs. The
diversity of customer requirements forhighly customized test solutions has
led us to build our business aroundprinciples of flexibility, reliability,
economy and speed. Our wealthand variety of components in stockallows along with our in-house design,
manufacturing and applications
expertise allows us to develop awide range of custom equipment
for your special requirements at
highly competitive cost and with
fast turnaround.

DC TO 67 GHZ

Adapters
Wide Variety of Connector Types• All gender combinations• Standard, right-angle, bulkhead
and NMD mounting types

Key Benefits• Low loss and excellent VSWR

• Designed and built to your uniquetest requirements• All systems fully characterized
during production• On-site integration available
when needed• Full GUI and API for programmingwith your native test software• Rugged construction
Connector Types:
BNC, N-Type, SMA, SMA reverse polarity, SMA quickconnect, SMP, 3.5 mm, 2.92 mm, rugged 2.92, 2.4 mm,rugged 2.4 mm, 1.85mm

DC TO 43.5 GHZ

Amplifiers
250+ Connectorized Models• High power amplifiers up to 100W
• Class A and Class AB linear amplifiers• Low noise amplifiers, NF as low as 0.4 dB• Ultra-wide bandwidths with flat gain
• Rugged designs with built-in protections

65 | S I G N A L D I S T R I B U T I O N — C U S T O M S Y S T E M S

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DC TO 65 GHZ

DC TO 65 GHZ

Attenuators

DC Blocks

200+ Connectorized Models

Wideband, High-Voltage• Precision fixed• DC input up to 200V

• Digital step

• Low insertion loss

• Voltage variable• Excellent return loss

• Input power up to 100W
• Attenuation from 0 to 50 dB
Connector Types:
BNC, N-Type, SMA, 2.92mm, 2.4mm, 1.85mm

DC TO 67 GHZ

DC TO 87 GHZ

Coaxial Cables

Filters

375+ Models in StockFor Every Application• Precision test cables• 500+ connectorized models in stock• VNA cables• Low pass, band pass, high pass,band stop, diplexers and triplexers• Interconnect cables• Custom designs with fast turnaround• Custom assemblies available
on request
Connector Types:

Technology for every need:

BNC, MMCX, N-Type, SMA, SMP, 3.5 mm, 2.92 mm,rugged 2.92, 2.4 mm, rugged 2.4 mm, 1.85mm

Cavity, ceramic resonator, lumped LC, LTCC,
microstrip, suspended substrate, waveguide67 | L A B A C C E S S O R I E S

M E T R O L O G Y- G R A D E

DC TO 65 GHZ

Gauges

Couplers

Optimize Performance

190+ Connectorized Models• Check connector interfaces for optimal
performance before mating• Directional, bi-directional,
dual-directional and RF tap• Avoid unreliable measurements due
to misaligned or damaged connectors• Power handling up to 250W
• DC passing and DC blocking• Available for SMA, BNC and N-Typeconnector types• 50 and 75Ω designs• Easy calibration

LAB ACCESSORIES|

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DC TO 3000 GHZ

POWER SPLITTERS/COMBINERS

Impedance
Matching Pads

Power Splitters& Combiners

Seamless 50/75Ω Conversion

300+ Connectorized Models• Ideal for testing 75Ω devices• High DC output vs. phase, up to 1V• Excellent VSWR (1.05 to 1.3)

• Low DC offset• Flat attenuation vs. frequency• Coaxial and Surface Mount Models• BNC, SMA and N-Type connector options

10 MHZ TO 40 GHZ

DC TO 50 GHZ

Power Detectors

Switches

Wide Bandwidth and Dynamic Range

Ultra-Reliable• Input power ranges spanning-60 to +20 dBm• Switch configurations from
SPDT to SP10T• Peak and RMS measurement types• Patented electromechanicalswitches capable of 10-million
cycles without failure• Linear-in-dB response• Fast response time

• Solid-state switches with highisolation up to 110 dB

1 TO 650 MHZ

Phase Detectors
For Monitoring and Levelling Circuits• High DC output vs. phase, up to 1V• Low DC offset• Coaxial and Surface Mount Models

69 | L A B A C C E S S O R I E S

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DC TO 65 GHZ

Terminations
Up to 500W
• Excellent return loss
• 50 and 75Ω models• Wide selection of connector types

Connector Types:
DIN 1.0/2.3, BNC, TNC, SMB, SMA, SMP, N-Type,2.92mm, 2.4mm, 1.85mm

PRECISION TOOLED

Wrenches
Simplify Connection and Disconnection• Eases connections in tight spaces
and crowded port configurations• Prevents damage to connectors

Pocket-sized SMA wrenches ideal
for crowded port configurations

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8-in-lbs calibrated break-over torquewrenches for SMA, 3.5 mm, 2.92 mm,
2.4 mm and 1.8 mm

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