RF Directional Coupler

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
CP0603A1441CLTR

CP0603A1441CLTR

Elco (AVX)

RF DIR COUPL 1.429-1.453GHZ 0603

0

CP0402A1950FLTR

CP0402A1950FLTR

Elco (AVX)

RF DIR COUPLER 1.9GHZ 0402

0

11305-3S

11305-3S

Anaren

RF DIR COUPLER 1GHZ-2GHZ SMD

6327

CP0402Q5425ENTR

CP0402Q5425ENTR

Elco (AVX)

RF DIR COUPLER 2.4-2.5GHZ 0302

0

CP0805A1890BWTR\500

CP0805A1890BWTR\500

Elco (AVX)

RF DIR COUPLER 1.88-1.9GHZ 0805

0

MACP-010414-CA0370

MACP-010414-CA0370

Metelics (MACOM Technology Solutions)

RF DIR COUPLER 5MHZ-1.2GHZ 6SMD

1

4013C-6

4013C-6

MITEQ, Inc.(L3 Narda-MITEQ)

RF DIR COUPLER 2GHZ-4GHZ MODULE

0

CP0603A0897MNTR

CP0603A0897MNTR

Elco (AVX)

RF DIR COUPLER 880-915MHZ 0603

0

MACP-011050

MACP-011050

Metelics (MACOM Technology Solutions)

9DB COUPLER 5 - 1225 MHZ

17921800

4861

4861

MITEQ, Inc.(L3 Narda-MITEQ)

CROSSGUIDE DIR COUP 15.0-22.0 SM

0

CP0603A0902DNTR

CP0603A0902DNTR

Elco (AVX)

RF DIR COUPLER 890-915MHZ 0603

0

CP0603A0902AWTR

CP0603A0902AWTR

Elco (AVX)

RF DIR COUPLER 890-915MHZ 0603

0

CP0402A1890ALTR

CP0402A1890ALTR

Elco (AVX)

RF DIR COUPLER 1.88-1.9GHZ 0402

0

CP0805A0881EWTR

CP0805A0881EWTR

Elco (AVX)

RF DIR COUPLER 869-894MHZ 0805

0

D19GA+

D19GA+

20.7 DB SMT DIRECTIONAL COUPLER,

0

XC0900P-10S

XC0900P-10S

Anaren

RF DIR COUPLER 800MHZ-1GHZ SMD

0

CP0603A1900MNTR

CP0603A1900MNTR

Elco (AVX)

RF DIR COUPLER 1.9GHZ 0603

0

JH-121-PIN

JH-121-PIN

Metelics (MACOM Technology Solutions)

HYBRID,QUADRATURE

25

DBTC-12-4-75LX+

DBTC-12-4-75LX+

12 DB SMT DIRECTIONAL COUPLER, 5

0

CP0603A0947CLTR

CP0603A0947CLTR

Elco (AVX)

RF DIR COUPLER 935-960MHZ 0603

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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