RF Directional Coupler

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
MBD-20-63HP+

MBD-20-63HP+

20 DB SMT BI-DIRECTIONAL COUPLER

0

FPC06078

FPC06078

Knowles DLI

RF DIR COUPLER 12GHZ-18GHZ SMD

171

CP0805B2442BW

CP0805B2442BW

Elco (AVX)

RF DIR COUPLER 2.4-2.484GHZ 0805

0

X3C25P1-05S

X3C25P1-05S

Anaren

RF DIR COUPLER 2.3GHZ-2.7GHZ SMD

1588

CP0805A1720BWTR

CP0805A1720BWTR

Elco (AVX)

RF DIR COUPLER 1.72GHZ 0805

0

CP0603A1575DWTR

CP0603A1575DWTR

Elco (AVX)

RF DIR COUPLER 1.575GHZ 0603

0

C0727J5003AHF

C0727J5003AHF

Anaren

RF DIR COUPLR 700MHZ-2.7GHZ 0805

9188

CP0402A2400ELTR

CP0402A2400ELTR

Elco (AVX)

RF DIR COUPLER 2.4GHZ 0402

0

HHM2204SA1

HHM2204SA1

TDK Corporation

RF DIR COUPLR 1.71-1.785GHZ 0603

7774

CP0402A1960ELTR

CP0402A1960ELTR

Elco (AVX)

RF DIR COUPLER 1.93-1.99GHZ 0402

0

HHM2919A2

HHM2919A2

TDK Corporation

RF DIR COUPLER 2.4-2.5GHZ 0402

22608

JH-133-PIN

JH-133-PIN

Metelics (MACOM Technology Solutions)

HYBRID,QUADRATURE

1019

FPC06913

FPC06913

Knowles DLI

RF DIR COUPLER 6GHZ-18GHZ SMD

0

HH-109-PIN

HH-109-PIN

Metelics (MACOM Technology Solutions)

HYBRID,BROAD-BAND,180DEG

25

DBTC-10-4-75LX+

DBTC-10-4-75LX+

10.5 DB SMT DIRECTIONAL COUPLER,

0

CP0603B0902CWTR

CP0603B0902CWTR

Elco (AVX)

RF DIR COUPLER 890-915MHZ 0603

0

DBTC-20-4-75+

DBTC-20-4-75+

20.5 DB SMT DIRECTIONAL COUPLER,

0

CP0402A1950CLTR

CP0402A1950CLTR

Elco (AVX)

RF DIR COUPLER 1.9GHZ 0402

0

CP0402A0836BLTR

CP0402A0836BLTR

Elco (AVX)

RF DIR COUPLER 824-849MHZ 0402

0

CP0603A1747CLTR

CP0603A1747CLTR

Elco (AVX)

RF DIR COUPLR 1.71-1.785GHZ 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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