A problematic base station can be replaced, but a cable and antenna system is not so easy to replace. This article covers fundamentals of cable and antenna analysis measurements: return loss, cable loss, and distance-to-fault (DTF).
The waveguide, along with the coaxial line, is one of the most important transmission media in any modern RF, microwave and millimeter-wave component, subassembly, and system. Due to its metal tubing configuration, the waveguide tends to be heavy and bulky, especially in low microwave frequencies. However, it is always a preferred transmission means when performance and high power are priorities. In millimeter-wave bands, it is especially true that the waveguide is widely used, and engineers will pay high attention to loss. This article will discuss the use of waveguide connectors, and present viable solutions, such as the Uni-Guide™.
Carlisle Interconnect Technologies offers UTiFLEX-HF coaxial cables designed to provide a solid cable assembly solution operating from DC to 65 GHz range for 50 Ohm applications where flexibility is a key requirement. The cable solutions feature 70% VP cables and premium 80-85% VP cables for when critical applications need a phase stable solution with minimal signal loss.
The HUBER+SUHNER CT product family is developed for phase critical applications requiring precision electrical length connectivity. They create a stable and reliable interconnect solution to satisfy a huge range of customer applications where phase stability is key. These products provide the industry leading phase vs. temperature performance, as well as a unique range of cable constructions to fulfill any customer demands.
HUBER+SUHNER has developed the NEX10™miniature coaxial connector solution for smaller sized equipment in the telecom market. With a robust design for outside use, low PIM, and a small flange height of 12.7 mm, these connectors are ideal for a variety of applications including small cell, MIMO, DAS/in-building, antenna systems, radios, multicoaxial, and blind mate uses.
Fairview Microwave introduces a new series of rugged, portable, phase stable RF analyzer cable assemblies ideal for handheld network analyzers, base station analyzers, portable spectrum analyzers, field testing, tower measurements, distance-to-fault measurement, and site maintenance applications. These 19 analyzers deliver excellent amplitude, phase stability with flexure, and operate at a maximum of 27 GHz.
The Minibend CTR/Mini141 CT family of phase invariant cable assemblies is designed for phase critical applications requiring precision electrical length connectivity. The cables combine the flexibility of the HUBER+SUHNER Astrolab bend-to-the-end connector termination technology with industry leading phase noise vs. temperature performance.
The GORE® PHASEFLEX® Series offers the smallest, lightest, internally ruggedized microwave/RF test assemblies for high density interconnection in RF and uW modular applications as well as in high speed digital testing. These assemblies feature ON cable construction and provide consistent, repeatable measurements with electrical performance up to 18, 26.5, 40, or 50 GHz.
Fischer Connectors offers the new Fischer LP360™ connector as the first product of the Fischer Freedom™ Series. This connector facilitates integration, maximizes usability, and optimizes cable management for defense and security applications, even in the most demanding environments and conditions.
HUBER+SUHNER's automotive division offers an array of RADOX® cables and complete cable systems designed to guarantee safe and durable connections in demanding environments, such as inside engine compartments.
JMA Wireless, a global leader of wireless communications solutions, has partnered with HUBER+SUHNER, a leading supplier in FO and RF connectivity for the global communication market, to provide the most economical hybrid power plus fiber Cell Site Cabling Solution (FttA+PttA) on the market.
Stewart Connector, a Bel group company, and world class manufacturer of high speed connectors used in Data Communication applications announces the release of the Qwik Cat6/Cat5E RJ45 Modular Plug, to complement Stewart’s extensive RJ45 Modular Plug offering.
