Absolute Maximum Ratings
| Parameter | Maximum Rating | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| RF Power Handling | 50 | W |
| Minimum Operating Temperature | -55 | °C |
| Maximum Operating Temperature | 100 | °C |
| Maximum Storage Temperature | 125 | °C |
| Minimum Storage Temperature | -65 | °C |
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Device Overview
General Description
The C20-0R518 is a broadband 0.5-18 GHz, 20 dB directional coupler. The multisection tri-plate stripline design exhibits excellent coupling flatness and VSWR at all ports. Custom designs are also available; contact the factory for details.
Features
- Broadband Performance
- High Directivity
- Low VSWR
Applications
N/A
Functional Block Diagram
Part Ordering Options
| Part Number | Description | Connectors | Green Status | Product Lifecycle | Export Classification |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C20-0R518 | DIRECTIONAL COUPLER | Standard | REACH RoHS | Released | EAR99 |
| Part Number | Description | Connectors | Green Status | Product Lifecycle | Export Classification |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C20-0R518 | DIRECTIONAL COUPLER | Standard | REACH RoHS | Released | EAR99 |
C20-0R518
DIRECTIONAL COUPLER
Table Of Contents
Revision History
| Revision Code | Revision Date | Comment |
|---|---|---|
| D | 2020-04-01 | Updated Direct Line IL specs |
C20-0R518
DIRECTIONAL COUPLER
Specifications
Package Information
| Parameter | Details | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | - | 90g |
| Dimensions | - | 142.24 x 13.97 mm |
C20-0R518
DIRECTIONAL COUPLER
Electrical Specifications
The electrical specifications apply at TA=+25°C in a 50Ω system
| Parameter | Test Conditions | Minimum Frequency (GHz) | Maximum Frequency (GHz) | Min | Typ | Max | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amplitude Flatness 1 | - | 0.5 | 18 | - | 0.75 | 2 | dB |
| Directivity | - | 0.5 | 12 | 15 | 22 | - | dB |
| Directivity | - | 12 | 18 | 12 | 16 | - | dB |
| Direct Line Insertion Loss | DC-18 | - | - | - | - | 1.4 | dB |
| Mean Coupling | - | 0.5 | 18 | - | 20 | - | dB |
| VSWR | - | 0.5 | 18 | - | 1.2 | 1.35 |
| Parameter | Test Conditions | Minimum Frequency (GHz) | Maximum Frequency (GHz) | Min | Typ | Max | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amplitude Flatness 1 | - | 0.5 | 18 | - | 0.75 | 2 | dB |
| Directivity | - | 0.5 | 12 | 15 | 22 | - | dB |
| Directivity | - | 12 | 18 | 12 | 16 | - | dB |
| Direct Line Insertion Loss | DC-18 | - | - | - | - | 1.4 | dB |
| Mean Coupling | - | 0.5 | 18 | - | 20 | - | dB |
| VSWR | - | 0.5 | 18 | - | 1.2 | 1.35 |
[1] Deviation from average coupling.
C20-0R518
DIRECTIONAL COUPLER
Typical Performance Plots
C20-0R518
DIRECTIONAL COUPLER
