by Peter Semig and Collin Wells, Texas Instruments There are numerous publications from the past two years that discuss the theoretical linear operating region of instrumentation amplifiers. The publications cover the three primary topologies of instrumentation amplifiers: three-op-amp,[1] twoop-amp,[2] and two-op-amp with gain stage,[3] which are shown in Figure 1. Each publication derives the node […]
Active frequency multipliers double 4 to 23-GHz inputs for radar, comm apps
Pasternack, a leading provider of RF, microwave, and millimeter wave products, has released a new series of active frequency multipliers that simplify system designs by offering high output power levels. Pasternack’s active frequency multipliers are important building block components used in local oscillator (LO) chains for radar, communication receivers and frequency sources to extend frequencies and achieve […]
Latest version of PCB design software cuts time spent on non-essential tasks
After experiencing record user growth in the past year, Altium has launched the latest version of their leading PCB design software with Altium Designer 17. This release further embodies Altium’s commitment to passionate design by significantly reducing the time spent on non-design related tasks. Designers can leverage several advanced new technologies to center their focus […]
Super-thin ceiling/Wall-Mounted Wideband Antennas cover 600 to 3800 MHz
Laird’s new CFS Low Passive Intermodulation (PIM) Ultra-Low profile antennas – just seven millimeters thick, or about half the thickness of a smartphone – improve in-building wireless telecommunications and deliver consistent, reliable Internet connectivity, further enabling the Internet of Things (IoT). Because they are so thin and require eight to 40 percent less wall or […]
Partnership announced to develop low-power AFEs for next-gen home access and industrial automation products
MegaChips Corporation, a global semiconductor company specializing in ASICs and Application Specific Standard products (ASSPs), and Omni Design Technologies, a provider of high-performance, ultra-low power semiconductor IP cores, today announced a strategic partnership for the development of high-performance, low-power analog front end (AFE) chips. This partnership brings together two industry leaders with the joint purpose […]
Isolated RS-485 µModule transceiver meets medical IEC 60601-1 requirements
Linear Technology Corporation introduces the LTM2885, an isolated RS485 µModule® transceiver for guarding against large ground-to-ground differentials. Many industrial, utility, medical, military, and intrinsic safety applications require isolation components with increased voltage and spatial separation for human safety. The LTM2885 provides 6500VRMS reinforced isolation between the logic level interface and the transceiver bus pins, far […]
Software helps optimize simulations of 5G MIMO systems
Remcom announces the release of Wireless InSite® MIMO, a new version of its site-specific radio propagation software that simulates the detailed multipath of large numbers of MIMO channels while overcoming the increased level of computations required for traditional ray tracing methods. With a tremendous increase in the number of connected devices and mobile data demand […]
16-V CMOS Analog comparators boast 5 µA ave. current/comparator
STMicroelectronics has upgraded its 16V CMOS dual and quad analog comparators using the latest-generation process technology to achieve lower typical current consumption of 5µA per comparator, as well as faster propagation time and increased ESD capability of up to 4kV. Compatible with the previous-generation ICs, the TSX393, TSX339, TSX3702, and TSX3704 further extend the performance […]
Software module measures defect coverage for analog/mixed-signal circuit tests
Mentor Graphics Corporation today announced its new Tessent DefectSim™ product that measures the defect coverage of any test applied to an analog or mixed-signal circuit. This capability improves the quality and reliability of analog and mixed-signal circuits through the selection of more effective tests and reduces the cost of test by showing which tests do […]
Right-angle waveguide to coax adapters operate to 65 GHz
Fairview Microwave Inc., a supplier of on-demand microwave and RF components, has released a new line of 1.85mm, 2.4mm and 2.92mm waveguide to coax adapters with operating ranges up to 65 GHz. These waveguide adapters are ideal for numerous applications requiring a transition from coax to waveguide or vice versa, including SATCOM, wireless communications, industrial, […]