This compact, high performance microwave tuner features front end preselection and multi frequency conversion to reject unwanted signals within a 1 GHz wide instantaneous bandwidth at the lower intermediate frequency for easier processing of complex modern wideband radar signatures. It offers performance comparable to larger superheterodyne receivers and is ideal for ESM/ELINT applications.
Standard SOSA-aligned open VPX architecture offers a scalable, modular design for scalable systems, optimizing performance, reducing costs and ensuring high speed data-transfer.
Parameter | Specification |
Operating Frequency | 0.5 — 18 GHz (40 GHz extension available via option of additional 3U card) |
Frequency Resolution | 1 MHz |
IF Output | 1 GHz BW at 1.7 GHz IF (User selectable BW 250 MHz, 500 MHz & 1 GHz) |
Passband VSWR (In/Out) | 2.0:1 nominal, 2.5:1 max |
Gain | 20 ±2 dB |
Noise Figure | 14 dB Nominal (16 dB max) |
P1dB (Input) | -5 dBm min |
Spurious Free Dynamic Range (1 GHz Noise Bandwidth) | 50 dB min |
Tune Speed | 10µs |
Phase Noise | 1 kHz -85 dBc/Hz 10 kHz -90 dBc/Hz 100 kHz -95 dBc/Hz 1 MHz -95 dBc/Hz 10 MHz -115 dBc/Hz |
Interface | SOSA Aligned Open VPX (Available as conduction cooled rear panel RF connection or card rail front panel RF connection) |
External Dimensions (Excluding connectors) | Single Slot 3 U form factor |
Operating Temperature | -40°C to +80°C |
EW Tuners are built for the most demanding defense applications, solving the real-world challenges that system integrators and EW operators face today. We offer solutions designed to solve the following challenges:
Electronic Warfare (EW) & Signals Intelligence (SIGINT):
Captures and classifies signals in contested environments with high POI and rapid tuning.
Spectrum Monitoring & Surveillance:
Provides wideband coverage and precise signal recognition for government and military agencies.
Radar Warning & Threat Detection:
Identifies and responds to potential threats faster than traditional receivers.
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