RF Power Dividers/Splitters

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
EHF-FD1495

EHF-FD1495

Panasonic

RF PWR DVDR 1607HZ-1685MHZ 0805

0

4326B-4

4326B-4

MITEQ, Inc.(L3 Narda-MITEQ)

RF PWR DIVIDER 5GHZ-18GHZ MODULE

0

PD09-73LF

PD09-73LF

Skyworks Solutions, Inc.

RF POWER DVDR 810MHZ-960MHZ SOT6

0

HMC426MS8

HMC426MS8

Analog Devices, Inc.

RF POWER DIVIDER 0HZ-4GHZ 8TSSOP

0

PD4W09-59LF

PD4W09-59LF

Skyworks Solutions, Inc.

RF PWR DVDR 810MHZ-960MHZ 8TSSOP

0

2089-6208-00

2089-6208-00

Metelics (MACOM Technology Solutions)

POWER DIVIDER,2-WAY

0

HMC426MS8E

HMC426MS8E

Analog Devices, Inc.

RF POWER DIVIDER 0HZ-4GHZ 8TSSOP

0

HMC426MS8ETR

HMC426MS8ETR

Analog Devices, Inc.

RF POWER DIVIDER 0HZ-4GHZ 8TSSOP

0

PD22-73LF

PD22-73LF

Skyworks Solutions, Inc.

RF POWER DVDR 2.1GHZ-2.3GHZ SOT6

0

MAPDCC0018

MAPDCC0018

Metelics (MACOM Technology Solutions)

6-WAY POWER SPLITTER/COMBINER,LE

0

EHF-FD1502

EHF-FD1502

Panasonic

RF POWER DIVIDER 720HZ-760MHZ

0

H-81-4-SMA

H-81-4-SMA

Metelics (MACOM Technology Solutions)

POWER DIVIDER,2-WAY

0

4426-8

4426-8

MITEQ, Inc.(L3 Narda-MITEQ)

4-WAY POWER DIVIDER ASSY

0

EHF-FD1507

EHF-FD1507

Panasonic

RF POWER DIVIDER 1720HZ-1790MHZ

0

ED2-0012-01

ED2-0012-01

ED2 Corp

SPLITTER/COMBINER 750-2,000MHZ

0

MAPDCC0006TR

MAPDCC0006TR

Metelics (MACOM Technology Solutions)

POWER DIVIDER,3 WAY.

0

HMC861LP3E

HMC861LP3E

Analog Devices, Inc.

RF POWER DVDR 100MHZ-13GHZ 16QFN

0

4032C

4032C

MITEQ, Inc.(L3 Narda-MITEQ)

RF PWR DIVIDER 1GHZ-2GHZ MODULE

0

2090-6304-00

2090-6304-00

Metelics (MACOM Technology Solutions)

POWER DIVIDER,3-WAY

1

EHF-FD1506

EHF-FD1506

Panasonic

RF POWER DIVIDER 1607HZ-1685MHZ

0

RF Power Dividers/Splitters

1. Overview

RF/IF Power Dividers/Splitters are passive or active microwave components that split an input RF signal into two or more output signals with specific amplitude and phase relationships. They are critical in signal distribution, impedance matching, and system integration across wireless communication, test instrumentation, and RFID systems. Their ability to manage signal paths ensures optimal performance in multi-channel systems and measurement accuracy.

2. Main Types and Functional Classification

TypeFunctional CharacteristicsApplication Examples
Passive Power DividersNo external power required, low insertion loss, fixed splitting ratioBase stations, DAS systems
Active Power SplittersAmplified signal distribution, adjustable gain controlSignal boosters, repeaters
2-Way/3-Way/4-Way DividersFixed output port configurations with phase-matched outputsMIMO systems, phased arrays
Waveguide Power DividersHigh-power handling, low-loss at microwave frequenciesSatellite communications, radar
Microstrip Line SplittersCompact PCB-based design, cost-effective mass productionIoT devices, RFID readers

3. Structure and Components

Typical physical structure includes: - Dielectric substrate (FR4, Rogers material) with conductive transmission lines - SMA/N-Type or waveguide connectors for RF ports - Resistive or reactive components for impedance matching - Metal housing for EMI shielding (1.5-3.0mm thickness) - Thermal management coatings for high-power models Key technologies: Wilkinson divider circuitry, quadrature hybrid couplers, and corporate feed networks implemented through PCB etching or ceramic substrates.

4. Key Technical Specifications

ParameterImportance
Frequency Range (0.5-40 GHz)Determines operational bandwidth and application compatibility
Insertion Loss (0.2-2.5 dB)Impacts system signal integrity and noise figure
Isolation (15-30 dB)Prevents crosstalk between output ports
Power Handling (5-500W)Defines maximum operational safety margin
VSWR (1.1:1-1.5:1)Indicates impedance matching quality
Phase Balance ( 1-5 )Essential for coherent signal processing

5. Application Fields

Primary industries: - Telecommunications: 5G massive MIMO base stations, fiber DAS - Test & Measurement: Vector network analyzers, spectrum analyzers - RFID Systems: UHF Gen2 reader antenna multiplexing - Aerospace: Aircraft communication navigation systems (CNS) - Industrial IoT: Smart factory sensor networks Typical equipment: Anritsu MT8000A tester, Keysight N9020B analyzer, Impinj R420 reader.

6. Leading Manufacturers and Products

ManufacturerCountryRepresentative Product
Analog DevicesUSAADP-2181 (0.5-18GHz, 3-way splitter)
Mini-CircuitsUSAZFRSC-42-S+ (2-40GHz, ultra-broadband)
RFMW Ltd.CanadaRF3080 (8-12GHz, waveguide divider)
Murata ManufacturingJapanNX7060 Series (Sub-6GHz, LTE applications)
COMSAWKoreaCSW-1500M (1.5-2.7GHz, 4G LTE splitter)

7. Selection Recommendations

Key considerations: - Frequency match with system operating band (include 20% margin) - Power handling requirement (continuous vs peak power) - Channel count vs phase coherence needs - Environmental rating (IP67 for outdoor deployments) - Connector type compatibility (SMA vs N-Type vs TNC) - Cost vs performance trade-off (Wilkinson vs hybrid designs) For RFID applications, prioritize models with excellent port isolation (>25dB) to prevent tag read interference.

8. Industry Trends

Current development directions: - mmWave compatibility (24-100GHz) for 5G/6G systems - Miniaturization through LTCC technology (size reduction >40%) - Integrated digital control for smart antenna systems - Improved thermal management materials (diamond substrate adoption) - Standardization of RFID-specific splitters under EPCglobal UHF Gen2v2

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