Coaxial Power Splitter/Combiner 8 Way-0S 502 5 to 1000 MHz

Category: Electronics, Minicircuits, RF Microwave Devices

Product Overview

This datasheet details the Coaxial Power Splitter/Combiner 8 Way-0S 502 operating from 5 to 1000 MHz, model ZCSC-8-13-S+. The device is used for splitting an input coaxial signal into eight output channels or combining eight input signals into one output, and is suitable for applications within CATV and VHF/UHF frequency ranges.

Maximum Ratings

For the model ZCSC-8-13-S+, the operating temperature range is specified from 55°C to 100°C, with a storage temperature also within 55°C to 100°C. The maximum power input when used as a splitter is 0.5W, and it has an internal dissipation limit of 0.875W. Exceeding these limits could result in permanent damage to the device.

Key Features

The splitter/combiner is described as having a wide band frequency range, capable of handling RF signals from 5 to 1000 MHz. It offers excellent input and output matching with typical voltage standing wave ratio (VSWR) of 1.35 and 1.25 respectively.

Electrical Specifications

Electrical performance is detailed with insertion loss ranging from 0.5 dB to 2.2 dB depending on the frequency, and isolation performance minimums spanning from 30 dB to 22 dB. VSWR for output is typically better than 1.35 for lower frequencies and improves to 1.15 for frequencies approaching 1000 MHz.

Physical Characteristics

The case style is UU215 with SMA connectors. Dimensions and outline drawings are provided for mechanical integration. An outline drawing with dimensions in inches provides a visual reference for system design and integration.

Performance Data

Typical performance data includes total loss, amplitude unbalance, phase unbalance, and VSWR at varying frequency points across the operational bandwidth. For instance, at 400 MHz, the amplitude unbalance is typically 0.17 dB, and the VSWR is impressively low at 1.34 for port S-1, and similarly for other monitored parameters and ports.

Compliance and Warranty

This device is +RoHS compliant, indicating adherence to restrictive use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment. The datasheet footer notes that performance attributes not explicitly stated are not part of the specifications, and that all specifications are based on Mini-Circuits’ established test performance criteria and measurements. Additionally, the device is covered by Mini-Circuits’ standard limited warranty, with the terms and conditions available on the company’s website.