Richardson RFPD Announces Availability Of MTB And MXB X-Band Filters For Satellite Communications And Radar From CTS

Monoblock ceramic frequency-signal bandpass filters offer advanced performance in small footprint

Richardson RFPD, Inc., an Arrow Electronics company, announced today the in-stock availability and full design support capabilities for two families of bandpass filters from CTS Corporation.

The MTB and MXB series are surface-mount, ceramic bandpass filters offering superior rejection, insertion loss, reliability, and peak and average power handling compared to other bandpass filter technologies.

These 6–12 GHz bandpass filters are suitable for X-band satellite communications and radar, as well as sensors, IF filters, and test and measurement applications.

Key features of the MTB and MXB bandpass filters include:

• Center frequency: 6­–12 GHz
• Bandwidth: 0.15–2.0 GHz
• Insertion loss: 1.2–2.5 dB
• Return loss: ≥ 10 dB
• Stopbands: ≥ 30 dB
• Input power: 2 W average / 20 W peak (See below for higher power support)
• Footprint: 9 x 3 x 3 mm (MTB), 11.5 x 3 x 3.5 mm (MXB)

In addition to standard, off-the-shelf products, the MTB and MXB series can be customized to support alternative requirements.

To find more information or to purchase these products today online, visit the CTS MTB & MXB X-Band Filter Family for Satcom and Radar webpage. The devices are also available by calling 1-800-737-6937 (within North America) or find a local sales engineer (worldwide) at Local Sales Support. To learn about additional products from CTS, visit the CTS storefront webpage.

About Richardson RFPD
Richardson RFPD, an Arrow Electronics company, is a global leader in the RF, wireless, IoT and power technologies 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.