RF Directional Coupler

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X3C09F1-03S

X3C09F1-03S

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RF DIR COUPLER 800MHZ-1GHZ SMD

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1P603AS

1P603AS

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RF DIR COUPLER 2.3GHZ-2.7GHZ SMD

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XC2100A-05S

XC2100A-05S

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RF DIR COUPLER 2GHZ-2.3GHZ SMD

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X4C09F1-30S

X4C09F1-30S

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RF DIR COUPLER 400MHZ-1GHZ SMD

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1P503AS

1P503AS

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RF DIR COUPLER 1.7GHZ-2GHZ SMD

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X3C20A2-03S

X3C20A2-03S

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RF DIR COUPLER 1.7GHZ-2.2GHZ SMD

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1P610S

1P610S

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RF DIR COUPLER 2.3GHZ-2.7GHZ SMD

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XC0900A-05S

XC0900A-05S

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RF DIR COUPLER 800MHZ-1GHZ SMD

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X3C09P1-05S

X3C09P1-05S

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RF DIR COUPLER 800MHZ-1GHZ SMD

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1P620S

1P620S

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RF DIR COUPLER 2.3GHZ-2.7GHZ SMD

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XC2100A-10S

XC2100A-10S

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RF DIR COUPLER 2GHZ-2.3GHZ SMD

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X3C17A1-03WS

X3C17A1-03WS

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RF DIR COUPLER 690MHZ-2.7GHZ SMD

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XC3500M-20S

XC3500M-20S

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RF DIR COUPLER 3.3GHZ-3.8GHZ SMD

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X3C07F1-02S

X3C07F1-02S

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RF DIR COUPLER 690MHZ-1GHZ SMD

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X3C20F1-05S

X3C20F1-05S

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RF DIR COUPLER 1.8GHZ-2.2GHZ SMD

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XC1500A-20S

XC1500A-20S

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RF DIR COUPLER 1GHZ-2GHZ SMD

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1C0870-20

1C0870-20

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RF DIR COUPLER 500MHZ-4GHZ

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10040-3

10040-3

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RF DIR COUPLER 1.4GHZ-2.8GHZ

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XC3500P-20S

XC3500P-20S

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RF DIR COUPLER 3.3-3.8GHZ 4SMD

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30054

30054

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RF DIR COUPLER 500MHZ-1GHZ MOD

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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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