RF Directional Coupler

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1D1304-3

1D1304-3

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RF DIR COUPLER 800MHZ-1.2GHZ SMD

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1A0230-3

1A0230-3

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RF DIR COUPLER 54MHZ-88MHZ

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10616-30

10616-30

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RF DIR COUPLER 2GHZ-4GHZ

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RFP-4015

RFP-4015

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RF DIR COUPLER 800MHZ-1GHZ MOD

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10014-30

10014-30

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RF DIR COUPLER 500MHZ-1GHZ

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10015-3

10015-3

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RF DIR COUPLER 1GHZ-2GHZ

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10029-3

10029-3

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RF DIR COUPLER 4.5GHZ-18GHZ

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11270-3

11270-3

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RF DIR COUPLER 2GHZ-6GHZ

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30110

30110

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RF DIR COUPLER 600MHZ-1.2GHZ MOD

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1H0262-3

1H0262-3

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RF DIR COUPLER 160MHZ-230MHZ

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1E0018-3

1E0018-3

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RF DIR COUPLER 7GHZ-11GHZ

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10262-3

10262-3

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RF DIR COUPLER 125MHZ-250MHZ

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10870-10

10870-10

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RF DIR COUPLER 500MHZ-2GHZ

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XC0900B-30S

XC0900B-30S

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RF DIR COUPLER 800MHZ-1GHZ 4SMD

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1H0569-3

1H0569-3

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RF DIR COUPLER 12.4GHZ-18GHZ

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RFP-4243

RFP-4243

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RF DIR COUPLER 120MHZ-230MHZ MOD

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10012-3

10012-3

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RF DIR COUPLER 125MHZ-250MHZ

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1A0220-3

1A0220-3

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RF DIR COUPLER 800MHZ-4.2GHZ

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10013-10

10013-10

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RF DIR COUPLER 250MHZ-500MHZ

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1A0024-3

1A0024-3

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RF DIR COUPLER 500MHZ-2GHZ

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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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