KRYTAR, a leader in the design and production of ultra-broadband microwave components and test equipment, has announced a new 180-degree hybrid coupler that delivers 3 dB of coupling over the frequency range of 7.125 to 15.35 GHz in a compact package. KRYTAR’s family of 3 dB, 180-degree hybrid couplers perform many functions, including splitting and combining signals in amplifiers, switching circuits, and antenna beamforming networks used in a wide range of commercial and military applications.
KRYTAR’s new 180-degree hybrid coupler, Model 407125-1535, delivers exceptional versatility from 7.125 to 15.35 GHz with excellent phase and amplitude matching. Specifications include 3 dB coupling; amplitude imbalance: ±0.6 dB; phase imbalance is ±8 degrees; isolation is >16 dB; maximum VSWR: 1.6; and insertion loss of <1.1 dB. The 180-degree hybrids (also referred to as the “rat race” couplers) are four-part devices that are utilized to either equally divide an input signal or to add-up two fused signals. An extra benefit of this hybrid coupler is to alternately offer an equally-divided 180-degree phase-shifted output signals.
In addition, Model 407125-1535 offers input power rating of 20 W average and 3 kW peak. The hybrid coupler comes with industry-standard SMA-female connectors. The compact package measures just 1.5 inches (L) x 1.50 inches (W) x 0.40 inches (H), and weighs only 1.5 ounces. Operating temperature is -54° to 85° C.
This coupler is typically available from stock to 30 days, ARO.
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