Richardson RFPD Introduces New 8-12 GHz Monolithic Phase & Amplitude Controller For Radar And Beamforming Networks From Peregrine

PE19601 consists of a digital step attenuator (DSA), a phase shifter and RX/TX switching

Richardson RFPD, Inc. announced recently the availability and full design support capabilities for a new 8–12 GHz monolithic phase and amplitude controller (MPAC) from Peregrine Semiconductor Corporation.

The PE19601 is a HaRP technology-enhanced MPAC-beamforming device designed for radar and beamforming networks. It consists of a digital step attenuator (DSA), a phase shifter and RX/TX switching. This functionality is intended for the amplitude and phase control of signals to individual elements in an electronic scanning phased antenna array.

The new MPAC offers a maximum power handling of +17 dBm up to 12 GHz and covers 31.5 dB attenuation range in 0.5 dB steps. The phase shifter offers 360° of phase range with a resolution of 5.6°. The device provides a serial interface to control the attenuation, phase and RX/TX switching. It maintains high attenuation and phase accuracy over frequency and temperature and exhibits low power consumption.

The PE19601 is designed for X-band radar applications including active electronically scanned array (AESA) weather, air-traffic control and military radar

Additional key features of the PE19601 include:

• Broadband operation with 50Ω impedance
• 6/10-bit phase shifter
• 6-bit attenuation
• Input IP3 of +40 dBm
• Bare wirebond die

To find more information, or to purchase this product today online, please visit the PE19601 webpage. Please find a local sales engineer (worldwide) at Local Sales Support. To learn about additional products from Peregrine, please visit the Peregrine storefront webpage.

About Richardson RFPD

Richardson RFPD, an Arrow Electronics company, is a global leader in the RF and wireless communications, power conversion and renewable energy markets. It brings relationships with many of the industry’s top radio frequency and power component suppliers. Whether it’s designing components or engineering complete solutions, Richardson RFPD’s worldwide design centers and technical sales team provide comprehensive support for customers’ go-to-market strategy, from prototype to production. For more information, visit www.richardsonrfpd.com.