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General Description

The C16-1R718 is a broadband 1.7-18 GHz, 16 dB directional coupler. The multisection tri-plate stripline design exhibits excellent coupling flatness and VSWR at all ports. Conductively coated package is highly effective in minimizing EMI/RFI. Custom designs are also available; contact the factory for details.

Features

  • Broadband Performance
  • Excellent Coupling Flatness
  • High Directivity
  • Low VSWR
  • EMI/RFI Shielded

Functional Block Diagram

Block Diagram

Electrical Performance Summary

ParameterTypUnit
Frequency Range1.7 to 18GHz
RF Power Handling 50W
Directivity 20dB
Mean Coupling 16dB

Summary only – refer to the Electrical Specifications, Absolute Maximum Ratings, and Recommended Operating Range tables for complete details.

Part Ordering Options

Part NumberDescriptionConnectorsGreen StatusProduct LifecycleExport Classification
C16-1R718DIRECTIONAL COUPLERStandard

REACH

RoHS

ReleasedEAR99

Table Of Contents

Typical Performance Plots

Direct line insertion loss graph for C16-1R718
Typical port return loss graph for C16-1R718
Coupled port power graph for C16-1R718
Typical directivity graph for C16-1R718

Specifications

Electrical Specifications

The electrical specifications apply at TA=+25°C in a 50Ω system

ParameterTest ConditionsMinimum
Frequency
(GHz)
Maximum
Frequency
(GHz)
MinTypMaxUnit
Frequency Range-1.7 18---GHz
Amplitude Flatness 1-1.7 18-0.30.7dB
Directivity -1.7 181520-dB
Direct Line Insertion Loss -1.7 18--1dB
Mean Coupling -1.7 18-16-dB
VSWR (Coupled) -1.7 18-1.21.45-
VSWR (In/Out) -1.7 18-1.151.4-

[1] Deviation from average coupling.

Absolute Maximum Ratings

ParameterMaximum RatingUnit
RF Power Handling 50W
Minimum Operating Temperature -55°C
Minimum Storage Temperature -65°C
Maximum Storage Temperature 125°C
Maximum Operating Temperature 100°C

Package Information

ParameterDetailsRating
Weight-55g
Dimensions-68.62 x 17.53 mm

Mechanical Data

Outline Drawing

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Outline Drawing

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