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    0.7 to 6GHz Drop in Isolator

    What is 5o0112190 Drop-in Isolator?

    A Drop-in Isolator is a type of ferromagnetic passive component used in microwave and radio frequency (RF) systems. Its primary function is to allow RF signals to pass in one direction while blocking them in the reverse direction, thereby protecting sensitive components and ensuring system stability.

     

    The term “drop-in” refers to its specific mechanical design. Unlike coaxial isolators with threaded connectors, a drop-in isolator is a self-contained, usually square or rectangular, module. It is designed to be easily “dropped into” and soldered or fastened onto a dedicated cutout in a printed circuit board (PCB) or a housing within a larger microwave assembly, such as a waveguide system or a microstrip circuit.

     

    Common Applications

    Drop-in isolators are found in a wide range of high-frequency systems:

    • Cellular Base Stations (4G/LTE, 5G): To protect the final power amplifiers.

    • Radar Systems: Both military      (airborne, naval) and commercial (air traffic control, automotive).

    • Satellite Communication (SATCOM) Terminals.

    • Microwave Radio Links.

    • Test and Measurement Equipment (e.g.,      Signal Generators, Vector Network Analyzers).

     

    Product Features:

    • Ultra-wideband coverage from 0.7 to 10GHz

    • High isolation up to 23dB

    • Excellent VSWR as low as 1.20

    • Low insertion loss maximum 0.7dB

    • High power handling 100W forward/reverse

    • TAB connector interface

    • Compact drop-in package 12.7×19.1×8mm

    • Wide operating temperature range (-40°C to +85°C)

     

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