AFS20A42-1575.42-T3

Overview

The Abracon LLC AFS20A42-1575.42-T3 is a surface-mount SAW filter designed for the GPS L1 band at a center frequency of 1575.42 MHz. It features a 42 MHz bandwidth and an insertion loss of 1.2 dB. The component utilizes a compact 4-SMD package with dimensions of 2 mm length, 1.6 mm width, and 0.9 mm height. It operates within standard commercial temperature ranges and complies with RoHS3 standards.

Feature Summary

• Surface-mount SAW filter technology optimized for RF signal conditioning
• Designed specifically for GPS L1 band applications at 1575.42 MHz
• Compact 4-terminal SMD footprint suitable for space-constrained designs

Applications

• GPS receiver front-end filtering
• GNSS module signal conditioning
• Navigation system RF stages

Procurement Notes

Verify current manufacturing status as sources indicate this product may be discontinued or subject to specific tariff regulations when shipping to certain regions. Confirm availability through authorized distributors and check for valid replacement part numbers if supply chain continuity is required for production.

Selection Notes

Select this component for applications requiring precise filtering in the GPS L1 band with moderate bandwidth requirements. Ensure the design accommodates the specific 4-SMD package dimensions and thermal characteristics. Verify that the 1.2 dB insertion loss meets the system link budget constraints.

Part Context

This part belongs to Abracon's family of surface-mount SAW filters targeting global navigation satellite systems. It shares similar form factors with other models in the series but is distinguished by its specific 42 MHz bandwidth and 1575.42 MHz center frequency tuning for L1 band operations.

Replacement Considerations

Publicly confirmed substitute part numbers include AFS20A53-1575.42-T3 and AFS14A04-1575.42-T3. Verify electrical specifications such as bandwidth and insertion loss against these alternatives to ensure compatibility with existing circuit designs.