B038NC4S

Overview

The B038NC4S is a surface mount bandpass filter manufactured by Knowles Dielectric Labs, designed for signal conditioning applications. It operates at a center frequency of 3.4 GHz with a bandwidth of 4.2 GHz and a maximum passband width of 15 GHz. The component features a 50 Ohm impedance and an insertion loss of 2 dB. It supports board mounting via SMD/SMT termination and functions within a temperature range of -55°C to +125°C.

Feature Summary

• Surface mount construction for direct board integration
• Bandpass filtering capability for signal conditioning
• Wide operational bandwidth support

Applications

• Satellite communication systems
• Microwave signal processing
• Wireless infrastructure components

Procurement Notes

Verify the specific datasheet version and electrical characteristics directly from the manufacturer before procurement. Confirm availability status as supply may be restricted. Ensure compatibility with existing RF circuit designs regarding impedance and thermal requirements.

Selection Notes

Select this component for applications requiring a 3.4 GHz center frequency with wide bandwidth capabilities. Consider the 50 Ohm impedance match for standard RF interfaces. Evaluate the operating temperature range against environmental conditions.

Part Context

This part belongs to the Knowles Dielectric Labs microwave product line, specifically categorized under bandpass filters. It is often referenced alongside evaluation boards such as the DEB-B038NC4S for testing and development purposes in RF engineering workflows.

Replacement Considerations

Public confirmed substitute part numbers are not available in the provided documentation.