RF Components Product Catalogue Government and Defence Broadcast Marine, Oil and Gas SNG and VSAT RF Engineering by Design
Contents Splitters / Combiners Active Splitters and Combiners Page 3 Passive Splitters and Combiners Page 3 Scorpion Chassis Mounting Page 4 Amplifiers Fixed and Variable Gain Amplifiers Auto Gain Control Amplifiers Low Noise Amplifiers Page 5 Page 5 Page 5 Passives Attenuators Page 6 Bias Tees Page 6 Couplers Page 6 DC Blocks Page 6 Equalisers Page 7 Impedance Transformers Page 7 Multiplexers Page 7 Oscillators / Frequency Convertors 10MHz Sources Page 8 Frequency Convertors Page 8 Switches / Isolators and Circulators Switches Page 9 Isolators and Circulators Page 9 Outdoor IP Rated Outdoor IP Rated Weatherproof Modules Page 10 StingRay RF Over Fibre StingRay 400 Series - Indoor Modules Page 11 StingRay and 900 Series - Weatherproof/Outdoor Modules Page 11 Filters / Waveguides Filters Page 12 Waveguides Page 12 Accessories Cable Assemblies Page 13 Power Supplies Page 13 Terminators Page 13 Custom Build / Rack Systems Custom Build Page 14 19 Rack Systems Page 15
Splitters / Combiners Actives & Passives 8-way L-Band Passive Splitter/Combiner ETL active and passive splitters and combiners cover a range of frequencies including C, IF, L, S, Ka and Ku-band and are available in 2, 3, 4, 6, 8 and 16-way capacities. 8-way L-Band Active Combiner 8-way KU-Band Passive Splitter/Combiner All units can be provided with 50Ω or 75Ω impedances in either SMA, N-type, BNC or F-type. Generic characteristics include high linearity, very low amplitude unbalance and stable performance over temperature. Key features: Ability to pass/block 10MHz and/or DC Active units can have external or in-line DC bias SPLITTERS / COMBINERS Typical Applications Telecoms infrastructures. Satellite systems. Microwave links. Test and instrumentation. Military Communications. Radar networks. ETL s twin head pick and place machine capable of placing 32,000 components per hour. Page 3
Scorpion Component Mounting System Chassis mounting system for Scorpion compatible ETL components offering a neat mounted solution that is cost effective, compact and easy to use. Available with front, or rear mounting plates for easy access to ports when fitting to either the front or rear of your 19 rack. SPLITTERS / COMBINERS Variable Gain Amplifier Mounting Panel Available for mounting ETL s 3011-3020 range of L-band Variable Gain Amplifiers. StingRay RF Over Fibre Mounting Panel Available for mounting ETL s 400 series RF over fibre. Compatible with ETL s Passive splitter / combiners Variable gain amplifiers StingRay RF over fibre Active splitters Active combiners Splitter/Combiner Rear Mounting Rear mount plate to fix splitter/combiners with cabling through rear of chassis. Splitter/Combiner Front Mounting Front mount plate to fix splitter/combiners for easy, front chassis cable access. Page 4
Amplifiers ETL amplifiers covering a range of frequencies including broadband, C, L, IF, Ku, S and wideband. Options available in the range: Externally powered line amplifiers RF cable powered line amplifiers Variable gain amplifiers AGC (Automatic Gain Control) amplifiers LNA (low noise amplifiers) Redundant amplifiers Connectors on the same face Available in a variety of housings as shown below including standard rectangular or a compact tubular design. The tubular design is in-line powered. Line amplifiers can be supplied with 50 ohm or 75 ohm impedances in either SMA, N-type, BNC and F-type with options on 10MHz and DC passing or blocking. Components manufactured in ESD anti-static environment at ETL s purpose built facility AMPLIFIERS Inline Rectangular Housing Inline Tubular Housing Typical Applications Telecoms infrastructures. Satellite systems. Microwave links. Test and instrumentation. Military Communications. Radar networks. Page 5
Attenuators / Bias Tees / Couplers / DC Blocks PASSIVES Tubular Attenuator Bias Tee Bias Tee Attenuators ETL Attenuators cover IF, L-band and frequencies up to 40GHz and are available as DC pass or DC block. Bias Tees ETL Bias Tees operate over a range of frequencies and are designed to facilitate mounting (onto a base of front/rear panel). They are supplied in EMC shielded non-hermetic housing, with options including traps for 10MHz rejection and high current modules up to 5A and 48V. Couplers ETL Couplers provide low insertion loss and passive 10dB or 20dB directional proximity coupling for RF monitoring over L-band frequency range 850-2150 MHz. These devices are designed with a number of options for 10MHz and DC passing/blocking on the through line and/or coupled ports. Also available as high current modules for frequencies up to 40GHz. DC Blocks ETL DC block units provide reliable DC blocking which can be used in conjunction with any of ETL s other products. Coupler Tubular DC Block Typical Applications Telecoms infrastructures. Satellite systems. Microwave links. Test and instrumentation. Military Communications. Radar networks. Page 6
Equalisers / Multiplexers Impedance Transformers Equaliser Equalisers ETL s L-band series of Equalisers are available with either 50Ω or 75Ω impedances, specifically tailored to the respective connector types, with fixed positive slope of 1 to 10dB or custom slope options available. Their main function is to compensate for inherent negative slope versus gain frequency characteristics. Multiplexer Impedance Transformer Multiplexers ETL L-band Multiplexers are designed to multiplex L-band, 10MHz and DC in a number of alternative configurations. Impedance Transformers ETL passive impedance transformers are one of ETL s most popular products and cover either an L-band frequency range of 850 to 2150MHz or an S-band frequency range of 500 to 2500MHz. These transformers have low insertion loss for converting from 50Ω or 75Ω and visa versa. PASSIVES ETL s Component quality control team inspecting small batches Typical Applications Telecoms infrastructures. Satellite systems. Microwave links. Test and instrumentation. Military Communications. Radar networks. Page 7
10MHz Oscillators / Frequency Convertors 10MHz Oscillators ETL Oscillators provide a high stability 10MHz source on to the L-band frequency range with built in harmonic rejection filters. 10MHZ OSCILLATORS / FREQUENCY CONVERTORS 10MHz Oscillator with DIL Switch Frequency Convertors Options include: Single output port Preset 10MHz output power levels L-band multiplexing Settable 10MHz output levels Switchable DC and 10MHz injection (on/off) Externally powered In-line powered Typical Applications VSAT. TVRO Marine Applications. SNG Broadcast. ETL s range of Block Up/Down Convertors include fixed LO, external reference and synthesised covering C, L, Ka, Ku, S and X-band frequencies in compact housings. Options include: 0dB or 10dB conversion gain External or in line bias External or internal 10MHz reference Centrally located or off-set RF ports ETL engineer during final testing Units can be provided with 50Ω or 75Ω impedances and available in a range of connector types. Block Up Convertor Block Up Convertor Typical Applications VSAT. UAV. Microwave Links. Page 8
Switches / Isolators / Circulators Switches Power Over Ethernet Switch Isolators and Circulators ETL s switches cover a range of frequencies up to 18GHz and include: Smart component switch with power and remote control via Ethernet port PIN diode Multiway with very broad bandwidth Absorptive and non reflective Manual coax switches with 200W PEP power handling Fast switching and high isolation Manual Switch Double Throw PIN Diode Switch Four Throw PIN Diode Switch KU band Isolator KU band Isolator ETL s Isolators and Circulators cover the L, S, C, X, Ku and Ka band frequencies. Options include: Coaxial or waveguide Custom frequency bands Choice of SMA and N-type RF connectors Narrowband or broadband SWITCHES / ISOLATORS & CIRCULATORS C-band Circulator Typical Applications Telecoms Infrastructures. Satellite Systems Microwave Links Page 9
ETL s expanding range of outdoor ready, weatherproof IP rated modules now includes: Options include: Passive splitter / combiners Amplifiers StingRay RF over fibre StingRay power supply units Outdoor IP Rated Modules OUTDOOR IP RATED 2-way Splitter/Combiner 3-way Splitter/Combiner StingRay GNSS Over Fibre ODU Module StingRay Dual Redundant ODU PSU L-band ODU 25dB Amplifier 4-way Splitter/Combiner Coming Soon... To the ETL weatherproof range: Impedance transformers Multiplexers Expanded range of splitter/combiners Expanded range of amplifiers All ETL s components can be customised Page 10
StingRay 400 Series The StingRay RF Over Fibre 400 series is designed to deliver long distance L-band and Broadband over fibre between the satellite dish and control room decoders. RF bands from 50 to 2450MHz are provided in compact housings and offer a variety of stand alone, transmit and receive modules with a mixture of features. StingRay RF Over Fibre StingRay 900 Series ETL s new StingRay 900 series offers GPS (GNSS) over fibre units as well as wireless extending for cameras and microphones and VSAT applications; both designed with compact IP65 rated weatherproof housing. The GPS/GNSS over fibre features signal monitoring on the receive unit, including antenna fail alarm pass through to the indoor receiver output and is provided with short circuit protected antenna power 12V, 500mA. The wireless extender is a two channel broadband (50 to 2450MHz) RF over Fibre (single mode, 1310nm) with both transmit and receive units. The VSAT fibre link is a cost effective solution between antenna and modem and includes a multiplexed 10MHz reference signal. STINGRAY RF OVER FIBRE These can be used to power the units for links up 10km with connectors provided for local power for distances between 2 and 10km and serial data. Weatherproof, outdoor ready power supply units are available as either single module and dual redundant. Outdoor GNSS Over Fibre Module Outdoor StingRay Power Supplies Page 11
Filters / Waveguides Filters ETL is able to offer custom RF and Microwave filters for 50Ω or 75Ω impedances and various connector types. FILTERS / WAVEGUIDE IF-Band Filter Cavity Bandpass Filter Waveguides Options available from 100MHz to 40GHz, waveguide cavity bandpass filters and also microstrip filters, including suspended substrate technologies, for broadband performances covering frequencies within DC to 20GHz. New designs can be delivered on short time scales and provide great value for money. ETL now offers a new range of precision made Waveguide components for RF and Microwave systems. Components are made to the highest quality standards and use International flange styles and finishes to suit. Components are available in aluminium, brass or copper waveguide fitted with either aluminium or brass flanges and frequency ranges up to 40GHz, WR-650 to WR-28. Waveguide Components Products Available: Flex / Twist Bends Multi-bends Twists Adaptors Couplers Pressure Windows Straights Terminations Page 12
Accessories Cable Assemblies ETL accessories include a variety of cable assemblies for molex DC connector options available on any module with DC filter con or biasing point. Power Supplies ETL offers a range power supply modules with various voltage options including: Fixed 12V Variable 12-24V selectable output Fixed 48V Fixed 12V IP65 rated single module Fixed 12V IP65 rated dual redundant 12V Single ODU PSU ACCESSORIES A range of connector options are available. 12V Single Indoor PSU Terminators ETL s 9800 series of male terminators are suitable for providing load for unused RF connector ports. Available in 50Ω or 75Ω SMA, N-Type or BNC. 12V Dual Redundant ODU PSU Page 13
Custom Build ETL has an extensive product range and many RF products are the result of custom build requirements. This is the essence of ETL s RF skill set and we fully understand that no two satellite operators have the same challenges. Our dedicated RF design and engineering team can work with you to solve your RF signal handling challenges. We have over 20 years experience of providing solutions, such as extra redundancy, specific RF performance or even building chassis to fit certain architecture. How do I get a Custom Solution? Please contact us directly and we can work with you to define the product or even technical specifications you require. CUSTOM BUILD We will then evaluate if it is within our capabilities, complete an outline design and prepare a firm price quotation. ETL has over 30 RF Design Engineers From this point, all we need is a PO to start and as your project progresses, we will keep you involved in the design and build process. When contacting the ETL team, please remember to include things like RF connectors, impedances, dual or single PSU s, remote control ports, and any special RF parameters, such as insertion or return loss, isolation, and flatness if you know them. Some ETL Custom Build Products: L-band to KU-Band Block Up Convertor Custom Filtered RX and TX RF Distribution System L-band ODU 25dB Amplifier Page 14
19 Rack Systems As well as standalone RF components, ETL also designs and manufactures 19 rack mounted products for Satellite Ground Stations, Teleports and other Microwave users around the world covering DC-40GHz. Products include: Switch matrix / routers RF over fibre Line Amplifiers RF Power Amplifiers Splitters / dividers Combiners Switches Power supplies Remote controllers 10MHz reference source Meet the RF Components Team RF Power Amplifier 19 StingRay RF Over Fibre - Indoor Hurricane 64x64 Matrix Contact ETL 19 Rack Combiner ETL Offices StingRay RF Over Fibre ODU RACK SYSTEMS / CONTACT Dominic Overton Components Sales Manager Dominic supports clients from all over the world who have a requirement for RF component products. Peter Dumbell Components Product Manager Peter covers RF Components product development globally. components@etlsystems.com www.etlsystems.com/rf-components Telephone: +971 4428 0918 Page 15
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