VCO suited for test and measurement

A Z-Communications product story

Edited by the Electronicstalk editorial team Jul 8, 2010

Z-Communications has launched the RoHS-compliant CRO5750Z-LF VCO, which is suited for fixed-wireless, and test and measurement applications that require ultra-low phase noise performance.

The CRO5750Z-LF Voltage-Controlled Oscillator (VCO) operates at 5,740-5,760MHz, with a tuning voltage range of 0.5-4.5V DC.

This VCO features a typical phase noise of -106dBc/Hz at 10KHz offset and a typical tuning sensitivity of 15MHz/V.

The CRO5750Z-LF is designed to deliver a typical output power of 4dBm at 5V DC supply, while drawing 70mA (typical) over a -40 to 85C temperature range.

This VCO features typical second harmonic suppression of -40dBc and comes in Z-Comm's VCO-24H package, measuring 0.866 x 0.630 x 0.22in.

It is available in tape-and-reel packaging for production requirements.

The CRO5750Z-LF is also ideal for automated surface-mount assembly and reflow.