Phase Noise
Random variations of a signal's frequency.
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Phase Locked Laser System
SolsTiS-Phase Locked
The phase locked SolsTiS system is primarily designed for use in atom interferometry and quantum computing where Raman transitions are commonly used, although we can tailor the setup to other applications. The system provides extremely low phase noise and high output powers. Full control over the system is provided through our easy to use Ice Bloc user interface.
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Distribution Amplifiers
A complete range of distribution amplifiers are manufactured by Precision Test Systems. A distribution amplifier is used to distribute the output of a frequency reference to many different places. Usually the frequency is 5 or 10 MHz but we manufacture distribution amps from DC to over 2000 MHz. We make some of the industries lowest phase noise products.
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0.6" SMT Synthesizer
ZLX Series 0.6” x 0.6” x 0.15”
*Surface Mount Miniature Package *Excellent Phase Noise *Optional Internal Reference *Output Power to +10 dBm Available
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High-Performance USB-Controlled PLL Synthesizers
Rugged, SMA-connectorized designs that support a USB 2.0 interface with a PC supplying DC power and GUI command control. They cover a broad range of frequency bands from 25 MHz to 27 GHz. These USB-Controlled PLL Synthesizers deliver output attenuation that is adjustable up to 50 dB in 1 dB steps and high output power levels ranging from +10 dBm to +19 dBm typical. Phase noise is as low as -108 dBc/Hz at 100 MHz offset and phase locked speed is 1 msec typical.
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RF Reference Sources
The 27 GHz 96270A and 4 GHz 96040A Low Phase Noise Reference Sources are designed specifically for RF calibration, featuring a calibration-oriented interface, precision signal level and attenuation, high signal purity and precision low distortion modulation. Both instruments simplify the process of RF calibration by reducing the amount of equipment and simplifying the calculations required.
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Switchable Fixed Frequency Synthesizer
EXP Series 2.25" x 2.25" x 0.6"
*Connectorized Package *Switches Between Multiple Fixed Frequencies *Exceptionally-Low Phase Noise *DRO Replacement *High Vibration Design
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PXIe Arbitrary Waveform Generator, 500 MSa/s, 16 bit, 200 MHz
M3201A
The M3201A PXIe arbitrary waveform generator is ideal for general purpose AWG automated test requirements. It offers high channel density with high-quality output with low phase noise. The optional real-time sequencing, intermodulation synchronization, and graphical FPGA programming software tools expand its capability to enable a number of solutions including envelope tracking (ET) and DPD (part of PA/FEM reference solution), MIMO, baseband electronics design, wireless device manufacturing, ATE, beamforming and other multi-channel coherent signal generation and multi-channel signal generation.
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Low G Sensitive Oscillators
Precision Test Systems is increasingly becoming a world leader in ultra-low phase noise (ULN) crystal and rubidium oscillators. We manufacture the CFS10B crystal frequency standard and the RFS10E and RFS10F rubidium frequency standards. All these models can also be locked to the global satellite service operated by the USA (GPS), Russian (GLOSNASS) and Europe (Galileo). We also have a complete range of distribution amplifiers to compliment these frequency standards.
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Volume Production Oscillators
Volume production oscillators utilize either high performance GaAs Gunn diodes with high Q cavity designs or state-of-the-art FET devices with dielectric resonators to yield excellent phase noise and stability. These oscillators are free running with extremely high frequency and power stability. The oscillators are generally designed and manufactured for fixed frequency applications. However, fine frequency adjustments can be achieved by mechanically tuning the provided self-locking screw. While the below standard models are offered for immediate production release, custom models are also available.
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Phase Noise Measurement Solution, 50 kHz to 110 GHz
E5505A
The Keysight Technologies E5500 Series of phase noise measurement solutions offers the most flexible set of measurements on one-port VCOs, DROs, crystal oscillators and synthesizers. Two-port devices, including amplifiers and converters, plus CW, pulsed and spurious signals can also be measured. The E5500 measurements include absolute and residual phase noises, AM noise, and low-level spurious signals. The stand-alone instrument architecture easily configures for various measurement techniques, including the PLL/reference source technique, residual and FM discriminator methods.
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Spectrum Analyzers
SK4M Series
*Frequency range: 100 Hz to 20/50 GHz*DANL < −165 dBm/Hz*Low Phase Noise −125 dBc/Hz at 1 GHz signal from 100 kHz offset*High Frequency Reference Accuracy ±0.1 ppm*Resolution Bandwidth Range 1 Hz to 10 MHz*Built-in Low-noise Amplifier
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Low Phase Noise Amplifiers
Pasternack's low phase noise amplifiers cover select frequency bands ranging from 1.5 to 18 GHz with residual phase noise levels as low as -180 dBc/Hz @ 10 KHz offset. Additional performance specs include small signal gain ranging from 9 to 14 dB, with typical noise figure of 5.5 dB. Psat levels for these amplifiers range from +16 to +25 dBm with Output IP3 levels as high as +34 dBm. All models feature single DC voltage supplies and input/output RF ports are internally matched for 50 ohms with DC blocking capacitors. These compact module assemblies require no external components and are available in rugged Kovar metal drop-in packages that are gold-over-nickel-plated and support field replaceable SMA connectors. All models are EAR99 and guaranteed to meet MIL-STD-883 test conditions for hermeticity and temperature cycle.
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Wideband VCOs
Analog Devices wideband voltage controlled oscillators (VCOs) offer excellent output power and phase noise performance over temperature thanks to their monolithic construction. Our portfolio combines ultrasmall size, low phase noise, low power consumption, and a wide tuning range into one RoHS compliant SMT package.
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Reference Oscillator
REF Series 0.9” x 0.9” x 0.21”
*Connectorized Package *Free Running *Low Phase Noise *Output Power to +12 dBm Available
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Phase Noise Testing
The systems are based in the UK although testing for any company world wide will be undertaken.
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Voltage Controlled Oscillators
Macom Technology Solutions Holdings Inc.
At MACOM we offer a variety of voltage controlled oscillators (VCOs) that generate frequency in aerospace and defense, point to point, CATV Satcom and other Radio applications. Our surface mount hybrid and MMIC VCOs support a variety of applications operating between the 45MHz to 14.2 GHz frequency range. Featuring low phase noise, stable performance over temperature, low power consumption, and highly linear tuning, MACOM’s VCOs provide leading edge solutions for challenging communications needs.
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Small Step Frequency Synthesizer
ZFR Series
ZFR series programmable frequency synthesizers combine multi-octave bandwidth, small step size, low phase noise, fast switching speed, and a compact package size to create a truly versatile synthesizer. The ZFR series can be tailored to the specific frequency range and control interface required, with programmable frequencies to 31 GHz.
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3207a GPS/GNS Frequency and Time Reference
Precise Time and Frequency, Inc.
The ptf 3207A GlobalTyme2 GNS Receiver introduces a new level of advanced capability from a second generation, based on the highly successful ptf 3203A and ptf 3204A GlobalTyme receivers.The unit is both a frequency standard and a time standard and has been used as a precision frequency reference with low phase noise, in satellite communications applications around the world.
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PXIe-5654, 250 kHz to 20 GHz, PXI RF Analog Signal Generator
784776-02
PXIe, 250 kHz to 20 GHz, PXI RF Analog Signal Generator - The PXIe-5654 features a combination of exceptional phase noise and frequency tuning time. These features address applications such as blocker test/receiver desensitization, high-performance intermodulation distortion measurements, and various electronic warfare applications. The PXIe-5654 is designed to meet the challenging requirements of RFIC characterization, satellite test, and radar applications. Some PXIe-5654 options include a PXIe-5696 Amplitude Extender Module. The PXIe-5696 supports a frequency range of 250 kHz to 20 GHz and an extended amplitude range up to 27 dBm.
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TINYig Oscillators
The smallest available oscillator in the industry, Teledyne Microwave's TINYIG is an ultra-low phase noise YIG-tuned oscillator (YTO) that provides superior phase noise frequency up to 20 GHz. Uniquely designed to be RoHS compliant, these YIG TO-8 oscillators exploit the principle of magnetic resonance to generate a clean, low phase noise microwave signal over broad tuning ranges. It can greatly simplify system designs, thus reducing costs, eliminating the need for extra components, and reducing the risk of malfunctions of complicated electronic connections and operations.
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Programmable Multifrequency Clock Synthesizer - 6U VPX
Model 5891
- Simultaneous synthesis of up to 10 different clocks- 16 SMC clock outputs- Typical phase noise: -105 dBc/Hz @ 1 kHz offset- All clocks are phase-locked to input reference signal- Input reference frequency of 5 to 100 MHz- Eight programmable VCXOs with 32-bit tuning resolution- Output clocks of 1, 2, 4, 8, or 16 submultiples of VCXO base frequencies- Output clock frequencies between 50 and 700 MHz- Control and status over the VPX backplane
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Timing Distribution Solutions
Our Timing Solutions allow the long-term stable distribution of a master RF or optical reference throughout a large-scale research facility with minimal added phase noise and drift (< 10 fs rms). Ideally suited for modern accelerator facilities, our solutions are fully customizable. We will work with you to make sure the system fits the requirements of your facility exactly.
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Dual Band Block Up-Converter
DBUC Series
*Connectorized Package *Wide Choice of Frequency Ranges *Dual Band *Integrated Filters *Gain Control *CAN, RS-232, I2C, or SPI Control *Internal / External References *Low Power Consumption *Low Phase Noise *Low Spurs
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Fixed Source PLL DRO Replacement
ESP Series 2.25” x 2.25” x 0.6”
*Connectorized Package *Exceptionally-Low Phase Noise *DRO Replacement *Optional Internal Reference *Robust Designs Available *Optionally Hermetically-Sealed
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MicroSynth Modules
Analog Devices’ leading microsynthesizer family includes single PLLs, as well as fractional-N PLLs, integer-N PLLs, and highly integrated PLLs with VCOs. They feature best-in-class performance, phase noise, and integration.
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Master Oscillator Multiplexer
MOX Series
*Low phase noise OXCO *Interface between VSAT Modems and Frequency Converters *Robust housing is gasket sealed for weather resistance *OCXO iwth low G-sensitivity available *Single or dual multiplexer *Single or dual bias tee *Available in various OCXO frequencies: 10, 50, 100, 120 MHz
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Transceiver
SDRlab 122-16
It comes with two 16-bit 50-ohm inputs and 14-bit 50-ohm outputs, Xilinx Zynq 7020 FPGA for real-time processing capabilities plus an ultra-low phase noise 122.88MHz clock which makes it more hardware-compatible with HPSDR compliant applications. RF inputs are optimized for minimal distortion, noise and crosstalk which significantly improves reception and broadens the choice of antenna.
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Regeneration Station
This equipment is a stand-alone device that enables to coherently regenerate an optical signal allowing long-haul dissemination of an ultra-stable optical frequency reference. Its architecture is based on the heterodyne phase-locking of a narrow spectral width laser diode on the reference signal. The station is equipped with low phase noise optical interferometer that perform a thorough characterization of the phase noise accumulated by the incoming signal, and a compensation system of this phase noise.
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The All-In-One Noise Test System
NXA Series
Noise eXtended Technologies S.A.S.
The NXA is a fully automated Phase Noise analyzer. Its dual channel architecture allows the system to use a cross-correlation process to cancel its internal noise floor. This reliable technique provides access to the unique noise floor performance of the DCNTS.
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3207a GPS/GNS Frequency and Time Reference
GlobalTyme2
Precise Time and Frequency, Inc.
The ptf 3207A GlobalTyme2 GNS Receiver introduces a new level of advanced capability from a second generation, based on the highly successful ptf 3203A and ptf 3204A GlobalTyme receivers.The unit is both a frequency standard and a time standard and has been used as a precision frequency reference with low phase noise, in satellite communications applications around the world.
