Features & Benefits Compact size – reduced PCB footprint Light weight – reducing overall system mass in critical space and defense applications Excellent rejection characteristics - best-in-class RF performance Low insertion loss – enhanced system performance Surface mountable – ideal for pick-and-place applications Robust materials – suitable for harsh environments Standard frequency bands – X band, Ku band and Ka band Applications Radar EW/SIGINT SATCOM Communications LEO constellation Product Series Center Frequency Bandwidth Temperature Range Power Handling Data Sheet Ka-Band Planar X Filter 28000 MHz 1000 MHz -55 to 85 deg. C 1 W PDF K -Band Planar X Filter 15000 MHz 6000 MHz -55 to 85 deg. C 1 W PDF Product Series Cutoff Frequency Bandwidth Temperature Range Power Handling Data Sheet X-Band Planar X Filter 12800 MHz 12 GHZ -55 to 100 deg. C 1 W PDF
OverviewPlanar X Standard RF filters leverage thin film process technology on various dielectric substrates which are designed for use in harsh environments. The small footprint, light weight and surface mountable configuration allow for high volume pick and place applications and are ideal for SATCOM, Radar and Broadcasting industries. Smiths Interconnect can also offer value added, high reliability test options providing assurance in mission critical defense and space applications. In addition to the standard products, Smiths Interconnect can provide custom Planar X filter designs that are specific to the requirements of the application. Regardless of the application, our internal processes and procedures ensure that all filters are fully compliant to customers’ specifications.
Documents & Literature White PaperBrochureArticleData SheetFixture Preparation and RF Test of SMT Board Level Components at High Frequencies White Paper970 kBFixture Preparation and RF Test of SMT Board Level Components at High Frequencies White Paper970 kBUnderstanding the Performance Aspects of Different Filter Topologies470 kBPlanar X Series Brochure317 kBRF Filter Brochure296 kBPlanar Filters Continue to AdvancePlanar X K-Band Technical Data Sheet675 kBPlanar X Ka-Band Technical Data Sheet406 kB