CP30218A-20

RF Directional Couplers Overview

The CP30218A-20 is an RF directional coupler manufactured by Amtery Corporation, designed for general-purpose applications. It operates within a frequency range of 2 GHz to 18 GHz and provides a coupling factor of 20 dB. The component supports a power handling capacity of 20 W and exhibits a return loss of 23 dB. It utilizes SMA connectors and is housed in a module package configuration.

RF Directional Couplers Feature Summary

• Provides standard directional coupling functionality across a wide microwave frequency spectrum
• Features SMA connector interfaces for standardized integration
• Designed for general-purpose RF signal monitoring and measurement tasks

RF Directional Couplers Applications

• RF signal monitoring systems
• Power measurement setups
• General-purpose microwave circuit testing

RF Directional Couplers Procurement Notes

Verify the specific datasheet version from Amtery Corporation or authorized distributors to confirm current manufacturing status and exact electrical tolerances. Ensure that the SMA connector compatibility matches your system requirements. Confirm that the 20 W power rating aligns with your operational peak power levels to prevent component damage during high-power transmission scenarios.

RF Directional Couplers Selection Notes

Select this component when a 20 dB coupling factor is required within the 2 GHz to 18 GHz bandwidth. Consider the 20 W power handling capability for high-power applications. Evaluate the SMA interface compatibility against existing board layouts. Compare return loss specifications against system impedance matching requirements to ensure minimal signal reflection in the design.

RF Directional Couplers Part Context

This model belongs to Amtery Corporation's series of RF directional couplers. Similar variants include the CP30218A-10, which offers a 10 dB coupling factor, and the CP10020A-20, which extends the frequency range to 500 MHz. These components share similar module packaging and connector types but differ in coupling values and operational bandwidths.

RF Directional Couplers Replacement Considerations

Publicly confirmed substitute part numbers are not available in the provided documentation. Users should consult official Amtery Corporation channels for approved equivalents or cross-reference with other manufacturers offering comparable 20 dB couplers in the specified frequency range.