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Passive intermodulation (PIM) distortion is a wireless communication system degrading phenomenon that has been a concern for cellular telecommunications, satellite communications, and wireless network development. PIM is such a concern in cellular/wireless communications that there are entire distinct Low PIM Components and Cable Assemblies product lines designed to aid in preventing or mitigating PIM distortion. ..

A reverse polarized coax connector is a variation of a standard polarity connector in which the gender of the interface has been reversed. The term “reverse polarity” refers not to the signal polarity of the connector itself but to the gender of the center contact pin. A reverse polarized connector will have the same external ..

RoHS, also known as Lead-Free, stands for Restriction of Hazardous Substances. RoHS originated in the European Union and restricts the use of six hazardous materials found in electrical and electronic products. All applicable products in the EU market after July 1, 2006 must pass RoHS compliance. The substances banned under RoHS are lead (Pb), mercury ..

Packaging dimensions, weight, pinouts and material construction are critical features of any RF amplifier. These factors heavily weigh into the cost and feasibility of using a particular amplifier in a given design. Regardless of electrical and RF performance, if an amplifier can’t fit into the required footprint, the device won’t be serviceable for that application. ..