Trending Military Products in 2023: March Edition

Trending Military Products in 2023: March Edition

RF solutions for military applications are essential for maintaining effective communication and situational awareness in military operations. These products are ideal for use in military communications, radar, surveillance, aerospace, electronic warfare applications, and other applications. everything RF has compiled a list of New Military Products that are new and trending on everything RF in March. For more military products, visit the Military Hub on everything RF. We keep users up to date with new products, news, whitepapers, webinars, and events.


SP4T Absorptive Switch from 0.5 to 40 GHz

The P4T-500M40G-60-T-55-292FF-SP from Quantic PMI is a Single Pole Four Throw (SP4T) Absorptive Switch that operates from 0.5 to 40 GHz. It has a switching speed of 50 ns and provides more than 60 dB of isolation. This switch can handle a CW input power of up to +20 dBm and has an insertion loss of less than 8 dB. It can be controlled via 2-bit decoded TTL control signals. The switch requires a DC supply of +5/-5 V and consumes less than 250 mA of current. It is available in a module that measures 2.72 x 1.50 x 0.40 inches and has 2.92 mm (female) connectors. View details.


 Bi-Directional RF Mixer from 7 to 40 GHz

The RMX07G40GA from RF-Lambda is a Bi-Directional Mixer that operates from 7 to 40 GHz. It has an input frequency (RF) from 7 to 40 GHz and an output frequency (IF) from DC to 10 GHz. It has a LO frequency of 7 to 40 GHz and an LO power of 14 dBm. This mixer has a conversion loss of 14 dB and provides isolation of 50 dB. It is available in an epoxy-sealed (optional hermetically sealed) module that measures 0.63 x 0.67 x 0.39 inches and has 2.92 mm (female)/SMA-female connectors. View details.


MIL-STD-883 Compliant Voltage Controlled Oscillator from 980 to 1215 MHz

The RVC1414D from Rakon is a Voltage Controlled Oscillator (VCO) that operates from 980 to 1215 MHz. It has a control voltage from 0 to 10 V, provides an output with a power level of more than 12 dBm, and a phase noise of -90 dBc/Hz (@50 kHz offset). This oscillator has a unique design that enhances system signal integrity and supports clock signals for field-programmable gate arrays (FPGAs). It is based on thick film technology and has harmonics of -17 dBc. This VCO requires a DC supply of 12 V and consumes 60 mA of current. It is designed for military and high-reliability communication applications. View details.


 32.768 kHz Super-TCXO for Aerospace and Defense Applications

The SiT7910 from SiTime is a Super-TCXO that operates at 32.768 kHz. It produces an LVCMOS output with a frequency stability of ±0.2 ppm (from -55°C to +105°C). This MEMS based oscillator has an RMS phase jitter of 2 ns and a g-sensitivity of 20 ppb/g. It requires a DC supply from 1.62 to 3.63 V and consumes 6 µA of current. It is designed for pulse-per-second (pps) timekeeping in aerospace, defense, and other applications that operate in harsh environments. View details.


80 W Rugged RF Isolator from 8 to 12 GHz for Military Applications

The IB800012000P300S from Smiths Interconnect is an RF Isolator that operates in the X-Band from 8 to 12 GHz. It provides more than 20 dB of isolation and has an insertion loss of less than 0.35 dB. This 50-ohm isolator can handle an average input power of 80 W, a peak input power of 300 W, and a reverse power of up to 30 W. It is available in a rugged module with SMA connectors and is designed for use in solid-state power amplifiers (SSPAs) used in AESA radar, ground-based air surveillance radars, shipboard defense, and airborne fire control applications. View details.


GaAs pHEMT Low Noise Amplifier MMIC from 0.01 to 10 GHz for Satellite/Military Applications

The ADH8411S from Analog Devices is a GaAs pHEMT Low Noise Amplifier MMIC that operates from 0.01 to 10 GHz. It delivers a saturated output power of 20.5 dBm with a gain of 14 dB and has a noise figure of 2 dB. This LNA has an OIP3 of 33 dBm and a power-added efficiency of up to 34%. It can also function as a local oscillator (LO) driver for many Analog Devices’ balanced, in-phase/quadrature (I/Q), or image rejection mixers. The LNA supports aerospace applications and includes commercial space features like water diffusion lot traceability, burn-in, life test & deltas analysis, radiation lot acceptance test (RLAT), and total ionizing dose (TID). It requires a DC supply of 5 V and consumes 55 mA of current. View details.


 NSA-Certified Link 11 Data Terminal Set for Airborne Applications

The DTS-K from Leonardo DRS is a Link 11 Data Terminal Set that integrates a data link modem and cryptographic equipment in one chassis for airborne (fixed or rotary wing) or platforms with size and weight constraints. It generates both Convention Link 11 Waveform (CLEW), and the Single-tone Link 11 Waveform (SLEW) for improved performance in the presence of multipath commonly found in the HF environment. This system is based on a VME bus-based chassis and circuit boards with proprietary software, which enables the unit to perform as a Link 11 data terminal set with the KG-11 cryptographic functions of a Link 11 network NCS or Picket. It is certified by the National Security Agency (NSA). View details.


Tactical Data Link Radio for Link 16 Military Applications

 The TacNet™ from BAE Systems is a Tactical Data Link Radio for Link 16 networks. It supports single or dual antenna Tx and Rx and can deliver a selectable transmit power of 90 W, 50 W, and 1 W. This radio is built on a combat-proven tactical data link technology and features built-in growth capabilities, including Link 16 crypto modernization, enhanced throughput (ET), concurrent multi-netting, multi-channel capability, and high power capability. It is qualified to MIL-STD-6016D, STANAG 5516, and DOD 4650.1-R1 requirements. View details.


High Altitude Electromagnetic Pulse Protector from 30 to 500 MHz

The FPHNFNFJBB0-B from NexTek is a Coaxial Protector that operates from 30 to 500 MHz. It reduces electrical energy from high-speed High Altitude Electromagnetic Pulse (HEMP) and Lightning (LEMP), Electro-Static Discharge (ESD) in the VHF and UHF bands. This protector can handle an LEMP surge of up to 30 kA, LEMP multi-strike (10x) of 20 kA and a HEMP surge (250x) of 300 kV/5 kA. It features optimized circuits to provide maximum suppression, while allowing desired operational throughput. View details.


10 W, Rugged Power Amplifier from 1.3 to 7 GHz for COFDM Applications

The PA from SVP Aerospace is a Power Amplifier that operates from 1.3 to 7 GHz. It delivers an output power of up to 10 W and has an ACPR of -32 dBc. This amplifier provides harmonics suppression of more than 60 dB and includes reverse voltage, reverse RF, overvoltage, fan failure/overheat protection, and open/short protection on RF ports. It requires a DC supply from 9 to 36 V. The amplifier can be controlled manually or remotely (via an HDT transmitter) to change output power, reverse power management, standby ON/OFF mode, etc. View details.


 100 W Tactical Power Amplifier from 1.6 to 30 MHz for Military Applications

The AM7700H from Datron World Communications is a Tactical RF Amplifier that operates from 1.6 to 30 MHz. It delivers an output power of 100 W and has harmonics of -50 dBc. This amplifier employs harmonic filters to provide high attenuation of transmitter harmonics and out-of-band signals in transmit mode. It also integrates an automatic level control (ALC) to maintain a stable output over the entire operating frequency range and over fluctuating temperatures. The amplifier includes full antenna VSWR protection, over-temperature/current protection, and over-drive/imbalance protection to prevent short-circuit and reflection-related damages. It requires a DC supply of 28 V. View details.


1 W Power Amplifier from 8.5 to 10.5 GHz for Electronic Warfare Applications

The QPA0812 from Qorvo is a Power Amplifier that operates in the X-Band from 8.5 to 10.5 GHz. It delivers an output power of 30.8 dBm (~1 W) with a small signal gain of 34.3 dB and has a power-added efficiency (PAE) of 48.2%. This amplifier is fabricated on Qorvo's production QPHT15 (0.15um) pHEMT process and includes integrated DC-blocking capacitors. It requires a DC supply of 6 V and consumes 156 mA of current. The amplifier is available in a surface-mount QFN package that measures 4 x 3 mm with 50-ohm matched input/output ports and is suitable for use in radar and electronic warfare applications. View details.


125 W GaN Power Transistor from 1 to 2700 MHz

The MMRF5018HS from NXP Semiconductors is a Power Transistor that operates from 1 to 2700 MHz. It provides an output power of up to 125 W with a power gain of 17.3 dB and a drain efficiency of 40%. This transistor is developed using advanced GaN-on-SiC technology and includes input-matching circuitry for extended bandwidth performance. It requires a DC supply of 50 V and consumes 18 mA of current. The transistor is available in a thermal-resistant flange package and is suitable for use in CW, pulse, and wideband RF applications. View details.


Bandstop Filter with Stopband from 27.5 to 31 GHz for Naval Applications

The BSF-IP-27500-31000-40-KF-KF from Deti Microwave is a Bandstop Filter with a stopband from 27.5 to 31 GHz. It has an insertion loss of less than 2.5 dB outside of the stopband (from 18 to 27.5 GHz / 31 to 40 GHz) and provides more than 40 dB of rejection in the stopband. This filter can handle an input power of 20 dBm and has a VSWR of less than 2:1. It utilizes an innovative hybrid technology with a planar and mechanical structure with a small tuning screw. The filter is available in an Aluminum/Silver plated module that measures 25.7 x 16.0 x 10.2 mm with K-type (2.92 mm) connectors and is designed for naval applications. View details.


4-Port, Rugged Active GPS Splitter with EMI Shielding from 1.1 to 1.7 GHz

The MS14GT from General Dynamics is a 4-Port GPS Splitter that operates from 1.1 to 1.7 GHz. It can handle an input power of up to 0 dBm, has a noise figure of less than 2 dB, and provides an isolation of more than 30 dB. This GPS splitter has an amplitude balance of ±1 dB and a phase balance of ±1°. It is designed for redundancy and if the selected DC bias input fails or is removed, the DC bias will automatically switch to another DC input to ensure an uninterrupted supply to the active antenna. It is amplified to offset splitter losses and has EMI shielding to increase reliability. It requires a DC supply from 3.3 to 12 V and consumes less than 20 mA of current. View details.


Linear/Circular Polarized Biconical Antenna from 18 to 40 GHz

The A6473 from Cobham Advanced Electronic Solutions (CAES) is a Biconical Antenna that operates from 18 to 40 GHz. This slant 45° polarized antenna provides a gain of 3 dBiL and has a VSWR of less than 3.5:1. It has an omni-directional radiation pattern and an elevation beamwidth from 18° to 40°. The antenna can handle an input power (CW) of up to 50 W. It is available with optional vertically linear or circular polarization in a single package. View details.


Rugged, Low-Profile GPS/GNSS Antennas from 1597 to 1607 MHz for Military Applications

The FMANGPSXXXX Series from Fairview Microwave are GPS/GNSS Antennas that operate from 1597 to 1607 MHz. These linearly polarized antennas provide a gain up to 10 dBic and have a VSWR of less than 2.5:1. They are available in active or passive versions with GPS L1, GALLILEO E1 and GLONASS options. These 50-ohm antennas are available in IP67-rated housings with SMA connectors and are designed for harsh environments according to the MIL-STD-810G standard. View details.


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