Oscillator achieves ultra-low phase noise

A Z-Communications product story

Edited by the Electronicstalk editorial team Dec 24, 2010

Z-Communications has announced an RoHS-compliant VCO (voltage-controlled oscillator) in S-band for digital radio and fixed wireless applications that require ultra-low phase noise performance.

The CRO2595A-LF operates at 2,570-2,620MHz with a tuning voltage range of 0.5-4.5V DC.

This VCO features a typical phase noise of -110dBc/Hz at 10KHz offset and a typical tuning sensitivity of 21MHz/V.

The CRO2595A-LF is designed to deliver a typical output power of 9dBm at 5V DC supply while drawing 27mA (typical) over the temperature range of -40 to 85C.

This VCO features typical second harmonic suppression of -20dBc and comes in Z-Comm's standard MINI-16-SM package measuring 0.5in x 0.5 in x 0.22 in.

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

The CRO2595A-LF is also suitable for automated surface mount assembly and reflow.