RF Directional Coupler

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
TCD-9-1W+

TCD-9-1W+

8.9 DB SMT DIRECTIONAL COUPLER,

0

XC1400P-03S

XC1400P-03S

Anaren

RF DIR COUPLER 1.2GHZ-1.6GHZ SMD

12760

DCW-22-332+

DCW-22-332+

22 DB SMT BI-DIRECTIONAL COUPLER

0

4862

4862

MITEQ, Inc.(L3 Narda-MITEQ)

CROSSGUIDE DIR COUP 18.0-26.5 SM

0

TFSC06054125-2120A1X

TFSC06054125-2120A1X

TDK Corporation

THIN-FILM DIRECTIONLA COUPLER FO

33711

DC1722J5015AHF

DC1722J5015AHF

Anaren

RF DIR COUPLER 1.7-2.2GHZ 0805

40329

4216-10

4216-10

MITEQ, Inc.(L3 Narda-MITEQ)

RF DIR COUPLER 500MHZ-8GHZ MOD

11

DBTC-10-4-75L+

DBTC-10-4-75L+

10.5 DB SMT DIRECTIONAL COUPLER,

0

CP0805B1441AWTR

CP0805B1441AWTR

Elco (AVX)

RF DIR COUPL 1.429-1.453GHZ 0805

0

CP0603A0902ELTR

CP0603A0902ELTR

Elco (AVX)

RF DIR COUPLER 890-915MHZ 0603

0

TCD-20-4-75X+

TCD-20-4-75X+

20 DB SMT DIRECTIONAL COUPLER, 4

0

CP0603D1880BWTR

CP0603D1880BWTR

Elco (AVX)

RF DIR COUPLER 1.85-1.91GHZ 0603

0

CP0603A1747MLTR\500

CP0603A1747MLTR\500

Elco (AVX)

RF DIR COUPLR 1.71-1.785GHZ 0603

0

CP0805B2442CWTR

CP0805B2442CWTR

Elco (AVX)

RF DIR COUPLER 2.4-2.484GHZ 0805

0

X3C19P2-30S

X3C19P2-30S

Anaren

RF DIR COUPLER 1.4GHZ-2.7GHZ SMD

4709

4851

4851

MITEQ, Inc.(L3 Narda-MITEQ)

CROSSGUIDE DIR COUP 1.70-2.60 SM

0

JH-136-PIN

JH-136-PIN

Metelics (MACOM Technology Solutions)

HYBRID,QUADRATURE

1019

CP0805A1880CWTR

CP0805A1880CWTR

Elco (AVX)

RF DIR COUPLER 1.85-1.91GHZ 0805

0

DBTC-10-4-75X+

DBTC-10-4-75X+

10.5 DB SMT DIRECTIONAL COUPLER,

0

CP0805A0836DWTR

CP0805A0836DWTR

Elco (AVX)

RF DIR COUPLER 824-849MHZ 0805

0

RF Directional Coupler

1. Overview

Directional couplers are passive devices that sample a portion of RF/IF signal power for monitoring or feedback purposes. They enable signal splitting, reflection measurement, and signal-to-noise ratio optimization. These components are critical in wireless communication systems, RFID infrastructure, and industrial control applications.

2. Major Types and Functional Classification

TypeFunctional FeaturesApplication Examples
Microwave Ridge WaveguideHigh power handling (100W+), broadband operation5G Base stations, Satellite communication
Coaxial LineCompact design, 50/75 impedance optionsRFID readers, Test equipment
Microstrip PlanarLow profile, Surface-mount compatibleWLAN routers, IoT modules
Hybrid Coupler3dB power split with phase matchingMIMO systems, Beamforming networks

3. Structure and Components

Typical construction includes: - Precision-machined metal housing (aluminum/copper alloys) - Dielectric substrates (PTFE or ceramic materials) - Coupling slots/apertures (0.1-2.0mm dimensions) - Input/Output ports with SMA/N-Type connectors - Isolation termination resistor (50 matched load) - EMI shielding gaskets

4. Key Technical Specifications

ParameterTypical RangeImportance
Coupling Factor3-40 dBDetermines sampled power level
Directivity15-40 dBMeasures forward/reverse signal separation
Insertion Loss0.1-2.0 dBImpacts system power efficiency
VSWR1.1:1 - 1.5:1Affects impedance matching quality
Frequency Range30 MHz - 110 GHzDefines operational bandwidth

5. Application Fields

Key industries include: - Telecommunications (5G/4G BTS signal monitoring) - RFID systems (UHF/NFC reader sensitivity control) - Industrial IoT (Wireless sensor network optimization) - Medical equipment (MRI RF power management) - Automotive (V2X communication diagnostics)

6. Leading Manufacturers and Products

ManufacturerRepresentative ProductKey Features
Analog DevicesADL552340GHz broadband, 20dB coupling accuracy
Mini-CircuitsZFDC-20-63-S+DC-20GHz, 3.5mm connectorized
TE ConnectivityRF-0424-01Automotive-grade RFID coupler
KRYTAR1010480010-48GHz, 50dB dynamic range

7. Selection Guidelines

Key considerations: - Frequency bandwidth match (1.5x operating range) - Power handling (1.2x maximum system power) - Directivity requirements (>30dB for precise measurements) - Environmental factors (operating temperature -40 C to +85 C) - Connector type compatibility (SMA vs N-Type) - Cost vs performance tradeoff (planar vs waveguide)

8. Industry Trends

Emerging developments: - Sub-6GHz massive MIMO integration - Advanced packaging for mmWave applications - AI-optimized coupling algorithms - Gallium Nitride (GaN) material adoption - Miniaturization for mobile device integration - Higher directivity (>50dB) research

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