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PRODUCT PROFILE- 2013/14 -

AA-MCS is a European Leader in Design,Development and Manufacture of Activeand Passive, RF & Microwave Componentsand Sub-Systems from DC to 50GHz.

SSPAs to 500W CW and 10GHz.Attenuators, Ultra Broadband Couplers,Combiners and Dividers in the range0.3GHz to 50GHz usually available from stock.

Rubidium Frequency Standard Oscillators,Clocks and Synchronization Products combinedwith GPS Receivers. Designed for Commercial,Hi-Rel and Military Applications.

Miniature and Sub-Miniature RF Connectors forDefence, Avionics and CommercialCommunications Applications to 40GHz. A member of the RADIALL Group of Companies.

Incorporating Spectrum Microwave, CMT,Spectrum Control and National Hybrid.

Spectrum Microwave: RF & MicrowaveAmplifiers, Mixers, VCOs, Switches, DROs,GPS Filtered LNAs, Rotary Joints, Couplers,Hybrids, IMAs and Thin Film Technologies.RF & Microwave Filters including Bandpass,Lowpass, Highpass and Band-Reject Filters.Switched Filter Banks. Diplexers, Triplexersand Multiplexers to 40GHz.SAW Resonators, Filters, Oscillators andDelay Lines to 40GHz.Patch Antennas and Assemblies for Satelliteand Wireless Ground Based Data Systems thatutilise GPS (L1 & L2), GlobalStar, Iridium,Inmarsat and ISM Systems.

CMT: High Quality, Lumped Element, Cavity,Combline and Waveguide Filters for use in avariety of Wireless, Space and DefenceApplications.

Spectrum Control GmbH: Advanced Ceramics,Coaxial Filters, Power Filters and Interconnects.

National Hybrid: High PerformanceMicrocircuits and 1553 Data Bus Transformersfor Defence and Aerospace Applications.

Power Passive Resistor Technology and LTCCMultilayer Circuits for Defence, Commercial,Aerospace, Medical and Fibre Optic Applications.

Cobham Antenna Systems, incorporatingContinental Microwave and Kevlin.

Continental Microwave: Spiral and Flat PlateAntennas, Waveguide Components and Sub-Systems for Hi-Rel, Defence and SpaceApplications.

Kevlin: Rotary Joints, Rotating Systems and Slip Ring Assemblies to 40GHz for Defence, Air Traffic Control, Satcom, Space andCommercial Applications.

Communication Power Corporation (CPC)Provides World Class, Pulsed and CW,High Power Amplifier Technology forMedical, Scientific, Industrial and DefenceApplications including NMR, MRI, MRS, NQR,and EPR.

Microwave Solutions, incorporating Merrimacand Signal Technology.

Crane Aerospace & Electronics, MicrowaveSolutions, Designs and Manufactures CriticalSystems and Microwave Components for theSpace, Defence and Aerospace Markets.

Merrimac: RF & Microwave Components,Multi-Mix Multilayer Technology, Sub-Systemsand Integrated Modules to 60GHz for Space,Defence, Aerospace and CommercialApplications.

Signal Technology: High Power Isolatorsand Circulators, Frequency Generators andSources. Frequency Convertors and IntegratedMicrowave Assemblies for Space, Defence,Aerospace and Commercial Applications.

Space ProductsElectro-Mechanical Microwave Switches, LowPIM Switches, Switch Matrices and RF CoaxialRelays to 40GHz for Commercial, Defence andHi-Rel Space Applications.

RF & Microwave Frequency Sources,Synthesizers, Receivers and Sub-Systems forCommercial and Defence Applications rangingfrom 10kHz to 40GHz including ELINT,COMINT, RWR, DF and SATCOM.

IF, RF & Microwave Components and Sub-Systems for Hi-Rel, Space and DefenceApplications to 40GHz.

Incorporating Eurofarad, Sic Safco, Firadec,Microspire, Dearborn Electronics,Temex Ceramics, Astema and Vertura.

Exxelia Group offers Specialist Capacitors,Filters, Precision Sensors, Slip Rings andWound Magnetic Components.

Eurofarad: Specialist Multi-Layer Ceramicand Plastic Film Capacitors. EMI/RFI, Energy and HEMP Filters.Precision Potentiometers, Slip Rings,Optical Encoders, RVDTs and Sub-Assembliesfor Defence, Aerospace and Space Applications.

Sic Safco: Aluminium Electrolytic Capacitors, Capacitor Banks and Modules for Industrial, Railway, Hi-Rel, Defence and Aerospace Applications.

Firadec: Tantalum (Wet and Solid) Capacitorsfor the Professional Electronics, Space andAerospace Industries.

MicroSpire: High Precision Inductors,Transformers, Motor Stators and Windings forHigh Performance Applications in Professional,Defence, Aerospace and Space Markets.

Temex Ceramics: Ceramic Single Layer andMulti-Layer Capacitors, Trimmer Capacitors andTuning Elements. Ferrite Materials, Dielectricsand Loads for Telecom, Aerospace and Space.

Dearborn Electronics: Specialist Film CapacitorsFor Defence and Aerospace Applications.

Astema and Vertura: Component and Sub-Assembly Manufacturing.

Radar Transponders, Test Equipment andInstallation Hardware Providing CompleteRadar Tracking Solutions for Missile, UAV,Towed Target, Manned Aircraft and SurfaceVessel Applications up to 10GHz.

PRINCIPALS A-Z E-mail: [email protected] // Tel: +44 (0)1932 565544 // www.melcom.co.uk

Custom and “Off-the-Shelf” High QualityMicrowave Control Components, Attenuators,Switches, Limiters, Sources and Power Amplifiers to40GHz for use in Hi-Rel and Defence Applications.

Ultra Low Phase Noise, Single and Multichannel RF Synthesizers, Phase Noise TestSystems and Components for Hi-Rel andDefence Applications.

RF & Microwave Solutions RF & Microwave Coaxial Connectors, Cablesand Cable Assemblies for all Market SectorsIncluding Hi-Rel Test & Measurement.Microwave Modules, Antennas, ResistiveComponents and Lightning Protectors.

Fibre Optic SolutionsFibre Optic Connectors, Cables and Systems forPrivate and Public Communications Networks.Harsh Environments and Test & Measurement.

Low Frequency SolutionsLow Frequency Wires and Cables forIndustrial and Hazardous Applications.RADOX™ High Grade Insulating and JacketingMaterials Provide Superior Quality CableSolutions.

RF & Microwave Connectors, Adaptors, Cablesand Cable Assemblies for Commercial, Defenceand Space Applications to 110GHz.High Density RF Connector Solutionsincluding SMP, SMPM and SMPM-T to 65GHz.Minibend® .086 Fully Flexible “Bend to the End”RF Cable Assemblies usually available from stock.Microbend® .047 and Mini 141® complete the range.

Test & Support Systems (TSS) Provides DefenceRelated Electronic Warfare Products andServices including Avionics Test Equipment andSimulators for EW and Avionics System Testing.

inTEST Thermal Solutions, incorporatingTemptronic, Thermonics and Sigma Systems.

inTEST Thermal Solutions provides ThermalProducts for Environmental Test, ProcessChillers and Semiconductor Test Applications.

Temptronic: ATS Series ThermoStreamsProviding Accurate, Controlled Temperatures at the Test Site from -95degC to +300degC.

Thermonics: Precision Temperature ForcingSystems (PTFS) have been replaced by the new ATS Series ThermoStream Systems.

Sigma Systems: Temperature ControllableConvection Chambers and Hot/Cold Plates.

High Performance GaAs Semiconductors(MMICs) from DC to 37GHz in Bare Die or SMD packages. Core Chips, High Power Amplifiers, Attenuators, Phase Shifters and Chip Sets forHigh Performance and Non ITAR ControlledDefence Applications.

Waveguide Adaptors, Attenuators, Isolators,Circulators, High Power Loads, Switches andRotary Joints from 0.64GHz to 110GHz.Millimetre Wave Horn Antennas. Parabolic andCassegrain Antennas up to 110GHz.

Millimetre and Sub-Millimetre Wave Productsincluding Attenuators, Frequency Meters, SSAs,Phase Shifters, Antennas and QuasiopticalProducts from 18GHz to 180GHz.

Hybrid VCOs, CROs and PLL Modules forWireless Communications to 12GHz.

RF, Microwave and Millimetre Wave Diodes,Silicon Transistors and MMICs.

Microwave Isolators and Circulators forWireless and Telecommunication Applicationsfrom 380MHz to 26GHz.

IF, RF & Microwave Switching Systems, Multi-Couplers and Components for Signal Distribution Systems.

High Quality, Microelectronic Coil Inductors.Broadband Conical Inductors, Fixed andTuneable Inductors, RF & Microwave Air Coiland Spiral Chip Inductors for Space, Aerospace,Defence and Commercial Applications.

Linear and Ultra-Linear Solid State PowerAmplifiers from 200MHz to 20GHz for Wireless,Mobile Broadcast, Security, Surveillance,Commercial and Defence Applications.A division of Mercury Computer Systems.

High Performance Amplifiers/Sub-Systems,Tower Mount Amplifiers and Unmanned AerialVehicle (UAV) or DRONE Sub-Systems from10MHz to 20GHz.

High Power, Multi-Octave Directional Couplers,0° Combiners/Dividers, 90° Hybrid Couplers,180° Hybrid Combiners and Absorptive Filtersfrom DC to 6GHz. Power Capability from 5W CW to 100kW CW.Mismatch Tolerant® Designs Operate at RatedPower into Severe Mismatches.Markets include Defence, Commercial,Industrial and Test & Measurement.

PRINCIPALS A-Z E-mail: [email protected] // Tel: +44 (0)1932 565544 // www.melcom.co.uk

Melcom Electronics Ltd., Systems House, Gogmore Lane, Chertsey, Surrey, KT16 9AP, UKFax: +44 (0)1932 569988 E-mail: [email protected]

Tel: +44 (0)1932 565544 // www.melcom.co.uk

USEFUL ENGINEERING DATA

Old

HF3 - 30 MHz

VHF30 - 300 MHz

UHF300 - 1000 MHz

L1 - 2 GHz

S2 - 4 GHz

C4-8 GHz

X8-12 GHz

Ku12 - 18 GHz

K18 - 26.5 GHzKa26.5 - 40 GHzV40 - 75 GHz

W75 - 110 GHz

mm110 - 300 GHz

New

A0 - 250 MHz

B250 - 500 MHz

C500 - 1000 MHz

D1 - 2 GHz

E2 - 3 GHzF3 - 4 GHzG4 - 6 GHzH6 - 8 GHzI8 - 10 GHzJ10 - 20 GHz

K20 - 40 GHz

L40 - 60 GHz

M60 - 140 GHz

Frequency GHz

0.10.150.2

0.30.50.751.01.5

2

34

5

68

10

15

20

304050

60

75

100110

140

Wavelength

3m2m1.5m

100cm60cm40cm30cm20cm

15cm

10cm7.5cm

6cm

5cm3.75cm

3cm

2cm

1.5cm

10mm7.5mm6mm

5mm

4mm

3mm

2mm

Trans. Trans. Refl. VSWR RL (dB) loss (dB) power % power % 1.0 0 0 100 0

1.05 0.02 32.3 0.002 99.9 0.1

1.1 0.05 26.4 0.010 99.8 0.2

1.15 0.07 23.1 0.021 99.5 0.5

1.2 0.09 20.8 0.036 99.2 0.8

1.25 0.11 19.1 0.054 98.8 1.2

1.3 0.13 17.7 0.075 98.3 1.7

1.35 0.15 16.5 0.10 97.8 2.2

1.4 0.17 15.6 0.12 97.2 2.8

1.45 0.18 14.7 0.15 96.6 3.4

1.5 0.20 14.0 0.18 96.0 4.0

1.55 0.21 13.3 0.21 95.3 4.7

1.6 0.23 12.7 0.24 94.7 5.3

1.7 0.26 11.7 0.30 93.3 6.7

1.8 0.29 10.9 0.37 91.8 8.2

1.9 0.31 10.2 0.44 90.4 9.6

2.0 0.33 9.5 0.51 88.9 11.1

2.5 0.43 7.4 0.88 81.6 18.4

3.0 0.5 6.0 1.25 75 25

Return Loss/VSWR Tables

dBm - Volts - Watts Comparison in a 50 Ω matched system

Band Designations

Return Loss (dB) VSWR

46.064 1.01

40.086 1.02

36.607 1.03

34.151 1.04

32.256 1.05

30.714 1.06

29.417 1.07

28.299 1.08

27.318 1.09

26.444 1.10

25.658 1.11

24.943 1.12

24.289 1.13

23.686 1.14

23.127 1.15


22.607 1.16

22.120 1.17

21.664 1.18

21.234 1.19

20.828 1.20

20.443 1.21

20.079 1.22

19.732 1.23

19.401 1.24

19.085 1.25

18.783 1.26

18.493 1.27

18.216 1.28

17.949 1.29

17.690 1.30


17.445 1.31

17.207 1.32

16.977 1.33

16.755 1.34

16.540 1.35

16.332 1.36

16.131 1.37

15.936 1.38

15.747 1.39

15.563 1.40

15.385 1.41

15.211 1.42

15.043 1.43

14.879 1.44

14.719 1.45


14.564 1.46

14.412 1.47

14.264 1.48

14.120 1.49

13.979 1.50

13.842 1.51

13.708 1.52

13.577 1.53

13.449 1.54

13.324 1.55

13.201 1.56

13.081 1.57

12.964 1.58

12.849 1.59

12.736 1.60


12.625 1.61

12.518 1.62

12.412 1.63

12.308 1.64

12.207 1.65

12.107 1.66

12.009 1.67

11.913 1.68

11.818 1.69

11.725 1.70

11.634 1.71

11.545 1.72

11.457 1.73

11.370 1.74

11.285 1.75


11.202 1.76

11.120 1.77

11.039 1.78

10.960 1.79

10.881 1.80

10.804 1.81

10.729 1.82

10.654 1.83

10.581 1.84

10.509 1.85

10.437 1.86

10.367 1.87

10.298 1.88

10.230 1.89

10.163 1.90


10.097 1.91

10.032 1.92

9.968 1.93

9.904 1.94

9.842 1.95

9.780 1.96

9.720 1.97

9.660 1.98

9.601 1.99

9.542 2.00

dBm V P +53 100.0 200 W

+50 70.7 100 W

+49 64.0 80 W

+48 58.0 64 W

+47 50.0 50 W

+46 44.5 40 W

+45 40.0 32 W

+44 32.5 25 W

+43 32.0 20 W

+42 28.0 16 W

+41 26.2 12.5 W

+40 22.5 10 W

+39 20.0 8 W

+38 18.0 6.4 W

+37 16.0 5 W

+36 14.1 4 W

+35 12.5 3.2 W

dBm V P +34 11.5 2.5 W

+33 10.0 2 W

+32 9.0 1.6 W

+31 8.0 1.25 W

+30 7.10 1.0 W

+29 6.40 800 mW

+28 5.80 640 mW

+27 5.00 500 mW

+26 4.45 400 mW

+25 4.00 320 mW

+24 3.55 250 mW

+23 3.20 200 mW

+22 2.80 160 mW

+21 2.52 125 mW

+20 2.25 100 mW

+19 2.00 80 mW

+18 1.80 64 mW

dBm V P + 17 1.60 50 mW

+ 16 1.41 40 mW

+ 15 1.25 32 mW

+ 14 1.15 25 mW

+ 13 1.00 20 mW

+ 12 0.90 16 mW

+ 11 0.80 12.5 mW

+ 10 0.71 10 mW

+ 9 0.64 8 mW

+ 8 0.58 6.4 mW

+ 7 0.500 5 mW

+ 6 0.445 4 mW

+ 5 0.400 3.2 mW

+ 4 0.355 2.5 mW

+ 3 0.320 2.0 mW

+ 2 0.280 1.6 mW

+ 1 0.252 1.25 mW

dBm V P 0 0.225 1.0 mW

-1 0.200 0.80 mW

-2 0.180 0.64 mW

-3 0.160 0.50 mW

-4 0.141 0.40 mW

-5 0.125 0.32 mW

-6 0.115 0.25 mW

-7 0.100 0.20 mW

-8 0.090 0.16 mW

-9 0.080 0.125 mW

-10 0.071 0.10 mW

-11 0.064

-12 0.058

-13 0.050

-14 0.045

-15 0.040

-16 0.0355

dBm mV P -17 31.5

-18 28.5

-19 25.1

-20 22.5 .01 m W

-21 20.0

-22 17.9

-23 15.9

-24 14.1

-25 12.8

-26 11.5

-27 10.0

-28 8.9

-29 8.0

-30 7.1 .001 mW

-31 6.25

-32 5.8

-33 5.0

dBm mV P -34 4.5

-35 4.0

-36 3.5

-37 3.2

-38 2.85

-39 2.5

-40 2.25 1 μW

-41 2.0

-42 1.8

-43 1.6

-44 1.4

-45 1.25

-46 1.18

-47 1.00

-48 0.90

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