Coaxial packaged noise dources cover frequency bands up to 60GHz

Pasternack’s noise sources might generally be used as a reference source to measure system level noise figure for test and measurement applications. But more specific applications could involve system and component level wireless testing, signal simulation, evaluating analogue and DOCSYS CATV systems to improve the dynamic range of analogue-to-digital converters by dithering and reducing correlated noise. Additional applications could involve simulation of RF jamming systems for missile guidance, use as a source for Bit Error Rate (BER) testing for SATCOM and digital radio systems and a source for Gaussian jitter for testing of optoelectronic devices. 

30 different models cover frequency bands ranging from 100KHz to 60GHz. Pasternack’s portfolio of coaxial noise sources boast a wide range of output ENR levels from 7 to 35dB. The amplified models have output power levels ranging from -14 to +10 dBm. Circuit board designs use packaged noise diodes and other discrete components that are tuned for optimum performance. Assemblies are enclosed in rugged metal packages with a variety of DC and output RF connector options. Most models in this family are designed to meet MIL-STD-202F environmental test conditions and all models are EAR99.

“Pasternack offers designers a comprehensive selection of coaxial packaged noise source modules that cover frequency bands from 100KHz to 60GHz with desirable performance features and functionality for test and measurement systems and a variety of multiple market applications,” says Tim Galla, Active RF Components Product Manager, Pasternack.