Frequency References
See Also: References, Reference Standards, Reference Antennas, Reference Decoders, Reference Jumpers, Reference Sources, Reference Transformers, Reference Transmitters, Acoustical References, Solar Reference Cells
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Saturable Spectroscopy Laser Lock Module
A compact, mechanically-robust laser frequency reference.
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Quad RF Driver
The Quad RF Driver contains four independent RF channels, each with an RF synthesizer, variable attenuator, and 1W power amplifier. The RF signal can originate from either the internal synthesizer or an external source via SMA input. All channels have independent frequency, phase, and gain settings and can be operated in one of two modes. The “Wideband” mode operates from 35MHz to 2GHz with a 3.472KHz resolution; over this range the frequency roll-off is approximately 0.5dB/100MHz. “Int-N Phase Adjust” mode allows the user to set and maintain a fixed phase relationship between all four channels. This mode is designed to operate between 300 and 460MHz with a 2MHz resolution. Two additional inputs are provided for an external frequency reference and digital modulation.
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Source Systems AC
The power sources of MTS-series based on digital amplifier modules combined with frequency generator and reference device are the MTS source system. Single-phase systems (MTS1xx) or three-phase systems (MTS3xx) from 1 to more than 40 test positions are available.
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Distribution Amplifiers
A complete range of distribution amplifiers are manufactured by Precision Test Systems. A distribution amplifier is used to distribute the output of a frequency reference to many different places. Usually the frequency is 5 or 10 MHz but we manufacture distribution amps from DC to over 2000 MHz. We make some of the industries lowest phase noise products.
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Frequency Reference
E8-X
The Quartzlock E8-X is a breakthrough in exceptionally low cost, miniature, traceable, calibration-free, off-air frequency & time standards. These references maintain the high frequency & time accuracy required for demanding applications.
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1.533 Μm Frequency-Locked Laser
Thorlabs' LLD1530 Frequency-Locked Laser is a narrow linewidth, DFB-laser-diode-based, turnkey system with a vacuum emission wavelength of 1532.8323 nm and a high SMSR of at least 35 dB. The laser frequency is actively stabilized to a National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)-traceable molecular transition of acetylene and has an absolute accuracy at start-up that is better than ±25 MHz. The emission frequency immediately after start-up is then maintained with a ±25 MHz stability, providing an overall frequency accuracy of ±50 MHz. The LLD1530 is an accurate frequency reference designed to provide low-noise laser emission with excellent frequency stability, accuracy, and precision immediately at start-up. This source is ideal for use in demanding FTIR instrumentation, instrument calibration, gas sensing, and coherent telecommunications applications.
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Spectrum Analyzers
SK4M Series
*Frequency range: 100 Hz to 20/50 GHz*DANL < −165 dBm/Hz*Low Phase Noise −125 dBc/Hz at 1 GHz signal from 100 kHz offset*High Frequency Reference Accuracy ±0.1 ppm*Resolution Bandwidth Range 1 Hz to 10 MHz*Built-in Low-noise Amplifier
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Frequency Synthesizers
A frequency synthesizer allows the designer to generate a variety of output frequencies as multiples of a single reference frequency. The main application is in generating local oscillator (LO) signals for the up- and down-conversion of RF signals.
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3207a GPS/GNS Frequency and Time Reference
Precise Time and Frequency, Inc.
The ptf 3207A GlobalTyme2 GNS Receiver introduces a new level of advanced capability from a second generation, based on the highly successful ptf 3203A and ptf 3204A GlobalTyme receivers.The unit is both a frequency standard and a time standard and has been used as a precision frequency reference with low phase noise, in satellite communications applications around the world.
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PXIe Frequency Reference: 10 MHz And 100 MHz
M9300A
The M9300A PXIe frequency reference is a PXIe-compatible, compact, modular instrument that can be used with the Keysight M9301A synthesizer, M9310A source output, and M9311A modulator to create the world’s fastest vector signal generator, the M9381A. Create a CW source, the M9380A, by combining the M9300A with the M9301A and M9310A or use it as the 10-MHz or 100-MHz reference with other PXI solutions. Control the instrument through a soft front panel and programmatic interfaces tuned to your application development environment of choice.
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Programmable Multifrequency Clock Synthesizer - 6U VPX
Model 5891
- Simultaneous synthesis of up to 10 different clocks- 16 SMC clock outputs- Typical phase noise: -105 dBc/Hz @ 1 kHz offset- All clocks are phase-locked to input reference signal- Input reference frequency of 5 to 100 MHz- Eight programmable VCXOs with 32-bit tuning resolution- Output clocks of 1, 2, 4, 8, or 16 submultiples of VCXO base frequencies- Output clock frequencies between 50 and 700 MHz- Control and status over the VPX backplane
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Mode Locked Synthesizer
IT9200
The ITS-9200 is a synthesized RF source with a flexible locking capability that allows it to be phase-locked to non-standard external references. It is specifically designed for synchronization to mode-locked lasers with pulse output frequencies in the 72-80 MHz region, although it can be easily modified to adapt to other reference frequencies.
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6.8 GHz Wideband Synthesizer with Integrated VCO
ADF4356
The ADF4356 allows implementation of fractional-N or integer-N phase-locked loop (PLL) frequency synthesizers when used with an external loop filter and an external reference frequency. A series of frequency dividers at another frequency output permits operation from 53.125 MHz to 6800 MHz. The ADF4356 has an integrated VCO with a fundamental output frequency ranging from 3400 MHz to 6800 MHz. In addition, the VCO frequency is connected to divide by 1, 2, 4, 8, 16, 32, or 64 circuits that allow the user to generate RF output frequencies as low as 53.125 MHz. For applications that require isolation, the RF output stage can be muted. The mute function is both pin- and software-controllable.
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Laser Heads
The laser head is the source of the laser beam used in all laser motion and position measurement systems. The primary difference between laser heads is in the velocity, reference frequency and optical output power. Other considerations are size, heat dissipation, and input power requirements. Which laser you choose depends primarily on the application in which it will be used. For example, semiconductor lithography systems typically have faster moving parts (stages), and therefore need higher velocities than machine tool applications.
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1203c Broadband RF Distribution
Precise Time and Frequency, Inc.
The ptf 1203C Broadband RF Distribution amplifier provides high performance frequency references for laboratory or system use.The ptf 1203C uses two stages of input signal buffering to distribute the input signal to 12 separate outputs, and insure maximum isolation between individual output signals.
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Regeneration Station
This equipment is a stand-alone device that enables to coherently regenerate an optical signal allowing long-haul dissemination of an ultra-stable optical frequency reference. Its architecture is based on the heterodyne phase-locking of a narrow spectral width laser diode on the reference signal. The station is equipped with low phase noise optical interferometer that perform a thorough characterization of the phase noise accumulated by the incoming signal, and a compensation system of this phase noise.
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3207a GPS/GNS Frequency and Time Reference
GlobalTyme2
Precise Time and Frequency, Inc.
The ptf 3207A GlobalTyme2 GNS Receiver introduces a new level of advanced capability from a second generation, based on the highly successful ptf 3203A and ptf 3204A GlobalTyme receivers.The unit is both a frequency standard and a time standard and has been used as a precision frequency reference with low phase noise, in satellite communications applications around the world.
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Phase Detectors
Macom Technology Solutions Holdings Inc.
MACOM's MSPD Series Integrates an SRD reference frequency multiplier, coupling capacitors and a Schottky diode microwave sampler / phase detector in a 0.075” by 0.100” hybrid. They are used to phase lock microwave oscillators up to 22 GHz to a much lower reference frequency by deriving a locking voltage from the sampled RF and the multiplied reference.
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1211a Optical Receiver/Distribution
Precise Time and Frequency, Inc.
To complement the range of high quality frequency and timing references, Precise Time and Frequency, LLC. has now introduced a new Optical Time Code Receiver, with Auto Switching, a full complement of time code outputs, and Ethernet/RS232 remote monitoring/control interface.In addition to the auto switching capability, the new ptf 1211A delivers up to thirty six channels of Time Code outputs, including re-transmission of the optical input. The unit can accept a pair of inputs (usually from separate primary and backup sources), and provides monitoring of both the inputs and outputs for signal integrity.If the primary input fails, the unit will automatically switch to the backup input and indicate a primary signal fault.Full remote monitoring and control via RS232 and Ethernet interfaces includes telnet, http (web browser), and SNMP protocols.
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Timing Modules
Quartzlock provides Timing Modules for network timing, reference disciplining to various input references such as 1PPS, GPS receiver and Frequency References.
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VME Time & Frequency Processor
VME635091-SyncClock
Brandywine Communications’ VME635091-SYNCCLOCK is a time and frequency processor module that provides precision time and frequency reference to the host computer and peripheral data acquisition systems. Time is acquired from time code signals, typically IRIG B. Time is displayed on the front panel (hours, minutes, seconds) via LED digits.
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Space Qualified Oscillators
Our range of space qualified precise low noise rubidium oscillators. These highly accurate space qualified frequency references are used in Satellite Navigation Systems, Intelligence Reconnaissance Satellites, Military Communication Satellites, Deep-Space Survey and Space Stations
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Programmable Multifrequency Clock Synthesizer - PMC
Model 7191
- Simultaneous synthesis of up to up to 5 different clocks- Eight SMC clock outputs- Ideal for A/D and D/A converter clock sources- Typical phase noise: -105 dBc/Hz @ 1 kHz offset- All clocks are phase-locked to input reference signal- Input reference frequency of 5 or 100 MHz- Four programmable VCXOs with 32-bit tuning resolution- Output clocks of 1, 2, 4, 8, or 16 submultiples of VCXO base frequencies- Output clock frequencies between 50 and 700 MHz- Control and status via PCI bus interface
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1202a High Frequency Distribution
Precise Time and Frequency, Inc.
The ptf 1202A High Frequency Distribution amplifier provides high performance frequency references for laboratory or system use requiring distribution at frequencies of 30MHz and above.The ptf 1202A is especially designed to distribute the high frequency input signal to 12 separate outputs, with minimum signal distortion and maximum isolation between individual output signals.
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Shaper Of The Reference Frequency
MFC
The mezzanine module (mezzanine) of the MFC is designed to reproduce on six output lines high-precision frequency values obtained by dividing the frequency from the built-in reference frequency generator.
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6GHz Dual Frequency Synthesizer moduleValon
5009
The Valon 5009 Dual Frequency Synthesizer module is our latest offering in high frequency synthesizer sources. These frequency synthesizers are perfect in applications that require a spectrally pure and highly stable signal source or timing clock. Our synthesizers have replaced laboratory generators costing many times more in a number of applications. Each module actually contains two independent sources locked to the same internal or external frequency reference or standard. Having two phase coherent sources in the same convenient package opens up a wide variety of test applications and solutions
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Intelligent Time Reference
TM-4™and TM-4/OEM™
The Intelligent Reference/TM-4™ and TM4/OEM™ are multi- purpose, GPS disciplined timing signal generators and frequency references in economical off-the-shelf and custom configurations. Intended for use in a wide variety of timing, synchronization and frequency reference applications, they are based on the most advanced architecture Spectrum has ever offered, and include the most popular features of Spectrum's core platform for current timing products.
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Compact Timing Systems
NanoSync IV & NanoSync IV Low Profile
The NanoSync IV is a small form factor GPS Position, Navigation, Time (PNT) and Frequency reference system that provides multiple reference outputs and includes support for NTP & PTPv2 IEEE 1588-2008. The NanoSync IV has a Rubidium oscillator and is available with a civilian C/A GPS receiver or SAASM (Rockwell-Collins MPE-S GB-GRAM or Trimble Force 22E MRU GPS receiver) for military users. The NanoSync IV is packaged in a small, rugged enclosure ideally suited for embedded electronic warfare applications.The NanoSync IV-SA-Rb has been demonstrated to be compliant to the Joint Airborne SIGINT Architecture (JASA) Version 3.0, Annex 1, for Time, Frequency, Navigation and Geodesy (TFNG), making it suitable for Electronic Warfare (EW) COMINT and ELINT applications in fixed site, airborne and shipboard environments.
