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- Stock & Prices $ Price & Stock for ERA-1+
- Part Number ERA-1+
- Manufacturer Mini-Circuits
- Pin Count 4
- Part Category Integrated Circuit
- Package Category Other
- Footprint Name Other - ERA-1+-5
- Released Date Jul 1, 2023
- Last Modified Date Jul 1, 2023 10:24 AM UTC
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ERA-1+ Details
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Manufacturer Part Number:
ERA-1+
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Pbfree Code:
Yes
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Rohs Code:
Yes
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Part Life Cycle Code:
Active
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ECCN Code:
EAR99
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Manufacturer:
Mini-Circuits
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YTEOL:
6.83
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Additional Feature:
USABLE TO 10 GHZ
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Characteristic Impedance:
50 Ω
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Construction:
COMPONENT
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Gain:
10.3 dB
ERA-1+ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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A good PCB layout and grounding scheme are crucial for optimal performance. Mini-Circuits recommends a 4-layer PCB with a solid ground plane, and to keep the input and output traces as short as possible. Additionally, it's recommended to use a common ground point for the amplifier's ground pins and to avoid running digital lines near the amplifier's signal paths.
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The ERA-1+ is a 50-ohm amplifier, so it's recommended to use 50-ohm input and output impedance matching networks. The specific network topology and component values will depend on the application's frequency range and impedance requirements. Mini-Circuits provides a range of application notes and design tools to help with impedance matching.
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The ERA-1+ is rated for operation from -40°C to +85°C. However, it's recommended to derate the amplifier's power dissipation at higher temperatures to ensure reliable operation. Mini-Circuits provides a thermal derating curve in the datasheet to help with this calculation.
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Yes, the ERA-1+ can be used in a push-pull or differential configuration to improve performance and reduce even-order distortion. However, this will require additional external components and careful layout and matching to ensure optimal performance.
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Common issues such as oscillation or instability can often be traced back to poor PCB layout, inadequate decoupling, or incorrect impedance matching. Mini-Circuits provides a range of application notes and troubleshooting guides to help identify and resolve these issues.
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About Mini-Circuits
Mini-Circuits is a global leader in the design, manufacturing, and distribution of RF and microwave components and systems. The company's product portfolio includes a vast array of components such as amplifiers, mixers, splitters, couplers, filters, switches, and attenuators, among others. These components cover frequency ranges from DC to 65 GHz and beyond, serving applications in wireless communication, satellite communication, radar systems, test and measurement equipment, medical devices, and more.