RF Directional Coupler

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
JHS-121-PIN

JHS-121-PIN

Metelics (MACOM Technology Solutions)

HYBRID,QUADRATURE

25168

CP0603A2442BLTR

CP0603A2442BLTR

Elco (AVX)

RF DIR COUPLER 2.4-2.484GHZ 0603

0

DBTC-12-4-75X+

DBTC-12-4-75X+

12 DB SMT DIRECTIONAL COUPLER, 5

0

CP0402A1441ALTR

CP0402A1441ALTR

Elco (AVX)

RF DIR COUPL 1.429-1.453GHZ 0402

0

HHM22137A2

HHM22137A2

TDK Corporation

RF DIR COUPLER 698-2620MHZ 0603

8354

CP0402A1880ALTR

CP0402A1880ALTR

Elco (AVX)

RF DIR COUPLER 1.85-1.91GHZ 0402

0

CPL-WBF-00D3

CPL-WBF-00D3

STMicroelectronics

RF DIR COUPLER 698MHZ-2.7GHZ BGA

0

CP0603D0881AWTR

CP0603D0881AWTR

Elco (AVX)

RF DIR COUPLER 869-894MHZ 0603

0

CP0402A2350FLTR

CP0402A2350FLTR

Elco (AVX)

RF DIR COUPLER 2.35GHZ 0402

0

DBTC-13-4L+

DBTC-13-4L+

13 DB SMT DIRECTIONAL COUPLER, 5

0

CP0603A0837CNTR

CP0603A0837CNTR

Elco (AVX)

RF DIR COUPLER 837MHZ 0603

0

CP0603A2442FLTR

CP0603A2442FLTR

Elco (AVX)

RF DIR COUPLER 2.4-2.484GHZ 0603

0

CP0603B0836AWTR

CP0603B0836AWTR

Elco (AVX)

RF DIR COUPLER 824-849MHZ 0603

0

C3027NLT

C3027NLT

PulseLarsen Antenna

RF DIR COUPLER 5MHZ-900MHZ 6SMD

77

CP0603B3000AWTR

CP0603B3000AWTR

Elco (AVX)

RF DIR COUPLER 3GHZ 0603

0

CP0805A1960BWTR

CP0805A1960BWTR

Elco (AVX)

RF DIR COUPLER 1.93-1.99GHZ 0805

0

HHM2942A2

HHM2942A2

TDK Corporation

RF DIR COUPLER 2.4-2.5GHZ 0402

15848

MACPCC0001

MACPCC0001

Metelics (MACOM Technology Solutions)

COUPLER,DIRECTIONAL, 17 DB

500

DBTC-20-4+

DBTC-20-4+

20.4 DB SMT DIRECTIONAL COUPLER,

0

4346

4346

MITEQ, Inc.(L3 Narda-MITEQ)

180 DEG HYBRID COUPLER ASSY

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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