RF Power Dividers/Splitters

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
C4036NLT

C4036NLT

PulseLarsen Antenna

RF PWR DVDR 5MHZ-1GHZ 6SMD MODUL

0

CX4012LNLT

CX4012LNLT

PulseLarsen Antenna

RF PWR DVDR 5MHZ-1GHZ 6SMD MODUL

0

CX4002LNLT

CX4002LNLT

PulseLarsen Antenna

RF POWER DIVIDER 5MHZ-1GHZ

1695

CX4005NLT

CX4005NLT

PulseLarsen Antenna

RF POWER DVDR 5MHZ-250MHZ 6SMD

0

CX4004LNL

CX4004LNL

PulseLarsen Antenna

RF POWER DIVIDER 5MHZ-65MHZ 6SMD

0

CX4012LNL

CX4012LNL

PulseLarsen Antenna

RF PWR DVDR 5MHZ-1GHZ 6SMD MODUL

0

CX4024NLT

CX4024NLT

PulseLarsen Antenna

RF PWR DVDR 5MHZ-1GHZ 6SMD MODUL

0

DASSPLIT4WNF

DASSPLIT4WNF

PulseLarsen Antenna

RF POWER DIVIDER 698MHZ-2.7GHZ

0

DASSPLIT3WNF

DASSPLIT3WNF

PulseLarsen Antenna

RF POWER DIVIDER 698MHZ-2.7GHZ

0

DASSPLIT2WNF

DASSPLIT2WNF

PulseLarsen Antenna

RF POWER DIVIDER 698MHZ-2.7GHZ

0

DASSPLIT2WDIN

DASSPLIT2WDIN

PulseLarsen Antenna

RF POWER DIVIDER 698MHZ-2.7GHZ

0

CX4002NL

CX4002NL

PulseLarsen Antenna

RF POWER DIVIDER

0

CX5019QNL

CX5019QNL

PulseLarsen Antenna

RF POWER DIVIDER

0

CX5019QNLT

CX5019QNLT

PulseLarsen Antenna

RF POWER DIVIDER

0

CX4044NL

CX4044NL

PulseLarsen Antenna

RF POWER DIVIDER

0

CX5063

CX5063

PulseLarsen Antenna

RF POWER DIVIDER

0

CX4002NLT

CX4002NLT

PulseLarsen Antenna

RF POWER DIVIDER

0

CX4005ANL

CX4005ANL

PulseLarsen Antenna

RF POWER DIVIDER

0

CX5013T

CX5013T

PulseLarsen Antenna

RF POWER DIVIDER

0

CX4011NLT

CX4011NLT

PulseLarsen Antenna

RF POWER DIVIDER

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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