Wideband Solutions to 50 GHz
SCT microwave products cover the 6 to 50 GHz frequency range. They incorporate critical features such as wide-bandwidth, low group delay, and deterministic phase synchronization to support software defined radio (SDR) and multiple-input multiple-output (MIMO) applications.
Bandwidth
Bandwidth in a radio is typically limited by intermediate frequency (IF) filtering in the analog or digital domain. In systems without an IF filter, ‘useable’ or ‘practical’ bandwidth can be defined as the frequency span where group delay, and hence modulated signal distortion, exceeds a certain level.
Group Delay
Group delay is a measure of phase distortion in a system. It represents the rate of phase angle change with respect to frequency and is typically defined in units of radians/time. Flat group delay across frequency is an important consideration when designing or selecting a wideband system. Signal distortion is proportional to group delay.
Vector Signal Transceivers combine a vector signal generator, vector signal analyzer, and user-programmable FPGA into one device. Use these products for RF and wireless applications such as cellular device testing and RFIC characterization. Visit our partner, NI, to select a Vector Signal Transceiver.
Software Defined Radios are RF transceivers that enable rapid prototyping and deployment of advanced wireless applications. SDRs are used for wireless communications, deploying signals intelligence systems, or as building blocks for multichannel test beds. Visit our partner, NI, to select an SDR.
Microwave Systems
SC2574 Phase Coherent Synthesizer
The SC2574 features two independent signal sources, each capable of generating frequencies from 0.8 to 25.6 GHz across four output ports. These signal sources can be phase-synchronized with each other and with those on additional SC2574 modules. More…
SC2510 RF Distribution Module
The SignalCraft SC2510 RF Distribution Module is a high-performance, active 8-way RF splitter engineered for applications requiring phase coherence, high isolation, and net 0 dB gain. It ensures consistent signal strength across all output ports while maintaining phase stability, making it ideal for LO (Local Oscillator) distribution in MIMO systems, aerospace and defense test setups, and other software defined radio (SDR) applications. More…
SC2470 Microwave Converter
The SC2470 Microwave Converter delivers dual-channel, phase-aligned performance optimized for 6–26 GHz operation. Designed for seamless integration with software defined radios (SDRs), it interfaces effortlessly with platforms such as Analog Devices’ Mixed-Signal Front End (MxFE), NI’s USRP, and comparable SDR systems. More…
SC2444 mmWave Converter
The SC2444 mmWave Converter is a stand-alone platform for use in the 24 to 44 GHz range. The module is designed to interface directly with Software Defined Radios (SDRs), such as those commonly implemented using Analog Device’s Mixed-Signal Front-End (MxFE), or similar SDRs, to obtain a complete mmWave system. Up to four modules can be combined in parallel to create complex MIMO applications. More…
SC2430 NR Signal Conditioning Module
The SC2430 NR Signal Conditioning Module (SCM) is a front-end solution that provides signal conditioning and amplification for Software Define Radio (SDR) systems. It was designed specifically for use in conjunction with the NI Ettus-USRP X410. In this configuration, its input and output radio characteristics are compliant with select 3GPP 5G/NR standards for 5G NR User Equipment (UE) and gNodeB (gNB) implementations.. More…
SC2426 Microwave Converter
The SC2426 Microwave Converter is a stand-alone platform for use in the 6 to 26 GHz range. The module is designed to interface directly with software-defined radios, such as those commonly implemented using Analog Device’s Mixed-Signal Front-End (MxFE), National Instruments USRP, or similar Software Defined Radio. Up to four modules can be combined in parallel to create complex MIMO applications. More…
SC2250 18 GHz Frequency Extension and Signal Conditioning Module
The SC2250 extends the useful range of traditional 6 GHz RF instruments for operation at microwave frequencies up to 18 GHz. It provides excellent integration capability with other modular products such as National Instruments’ Vector Signal Transceiver (VST). More…