RF Directional Coupler

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
CP0603A1747MNTR

CP0603A1747MNTR

Elco (AVX)

DIRECTIONAL COUPLER

0

CP0603A0942BNTR\500

CP0603A0942BNTR\500

Elco (AVX)

DIRECTIONAL COUPLER

0

CP0603A1747ANTR

CP0603A1747ANTR

Elco (AVX)

DIRECTIONAL COUPLER

0

CP0603A0942MNTR

CP0603A0942MNTR

Elco (AVX)

DIRECTIONAL COUPLER

0

CP0402A2442ANTR

CP0402A2442ANTR

Elco (AVX)

DIRECTIONAL COUPLER

0

CP0402P1900JNTR

CP0402P1900JNTR

Elco (AVX)

DIRECTIONAL COUPLER

0

CP0603A0942MLTR

CP0603A0942MLTR

Elco (AVX)

DIRECTIONAL COUPLER

0

CP0603A2000FNTR

CP0603A2000FNTR

Elco (AVX)

DIRECTIONAL COUPLER

0

CP0603A0707HNTR

CP0603A0707HNTR

Elco (AVX)

DIRECTIONAL COUPLER

0

CP0603B1747AWTR

CP0603B1747AWTR

Elco (AVX)

DIRECTIONAL COUPLER

0

CP0603A1575ANTR

CP0603A1575ANTR

Elco (AVX)

DIRECTIONAL COUPLER

0

CP0603A1090CLTR

CP0603A1090CLTR

Elco (AVX)

DIRECTIONAL COUPLER

0

CP0805A1441BSTR

CP0805A1441BSTR

Elco (AVX)

DIRECTIONAL COUPLER

0

CP0402P0897ENTR

CP0402P0897ENTR

Elco (AVX)

DIRECTIONAL COUPLER

0

CP0603A2442KNTR

CP0603A2442KNTR

Elco (AVX)

DIRECTIONAL COUPLER

0

CP0603A0550HNTR

CP0603A0550HNTR

Elco (AVX)

DIRECTIONAL COUPLER

0

CP0603B1950AW

CP0603B1950AW

Elco (AVX)

RF DIR COUPLER 1.95GHZ 0603

0

CP0603A1950DW

CP0603A1950DW

Elco (AVX)

RF DIR COUPLER 1.95GHZ 0603

0

CP0603A1950AW

CP0603A1950AW

Elco (AVX)

RF DIR COUPLER 1.95GHZ 0603

0

DB0603N2017ANTR

DB0603N2017ANTR

Elco (AVX)

RF DIR COUPLR 2.01-2.025GHZ 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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