RF power splitter – 0.38 to 3.5 GHz, up to 500 W | JQL Electronics / Dorado
JQL reactive RF power splitters from 0.38 to 3.5 GHz with 2-, 3- and 4-way configurations, Low-PIM models and power ratings up to 500 W. Custom designs through EMCO.
The JQL Technologies Reactive Power Splitters are passive RF components designed to divide an input signal between multiple output paths. The product family includes several configurations covering frequency ranges from 0.38 to 3.5 GHz, with 2-, 3- and 4-way models.
The range includes broadband versions covering 0.698 to 2.700 GHz with power ratings up to 500 W, as well as Low-PIM configurations for demanding RF distribution applications.
Advantages
- Flexible signal distribution: 2-, 3- and 4-way models support different RF distribution architectures.
- Broadband configurations: available models cover frequency ranges from 0.38 to 3.5 GHz.
- High power capability: selected configurations are specified for power ratings up to 500 W.
- Low-PIM versions: PS and PSST series models address RF applications requiring controlled Passive Intermodulation performance.
- Custom design: JQL offers configurations adapted to specific RF requirements.
Key features
- Product type: Reactive Power Splitter / Power Divider
- Frequency range of listed models: 0.38 to 3.5 GHz
- Configurations: 2-, 3- and 4-way models
- Insertion loss: model dependent
- Split loss: model dependent
- Return loss: up to 20 dB within the listed range
- PIM: Low-PIM configurations with specified values of 150 or 160 dBc at 2 × 43 dBm
- Power: up to 500 W within the listed models
Typical applications
- DAS – Distributed Antenna Systems
- Public safety radio systems
- Radar
- Radio links
- SatCom
- Wireless communication systems
Additional information
JQL Reactive Power Splitters are available in several electrical configurations. The PS0698T2700DF series includes 2-, 3- and 4-way versions covering 0.698 to 2.700 GHz with 500 W power ratings, while the PSST0698T2700DF series covers the same frequency range with alternative Low-PIM specifications.
Additional models extend the range toward broadband and higher-frequency applications. JQL also offers custom designs that can be specified according to type, frequency band, insertion loss, rejection and isolation requirements.
Model comparison
| Model | Band (GHz) | Ways | Insertion Loss (dB) | Split Loss (dB) | Return Loss (dB) | PIM (dBc) | Power (W) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JPD4-0380T3000S0 | 0.38–3.00 | — | 1.7 typ. / 1.9 | — | 15.6 Input / 17.7 Output | — | 30 |
| PS0698T2700DF-2 | 0.698–2.700 | 2 | 3.3 | 3 | 18 | 160 @ 2 × 43 dBm | 500 |
| PS0698T2700DF-3 | 0.698–2.700 | 3 | 5.1 | 4.8 | 18 | 160 @ 2 × 43 dBm | 500 |
| PS0698T2700DF-4 | 0.698–2.700 | 4 | 6.7 | 6 | 19.1 | 160 @ 2 × 43 dBm | 500 |
| PSST0698T2700DF-2 | 0.698–2.700 | 2 | 3.3 | 3 | 18 | 150 @ 2 × 43 dBm | 500 |
| PSST0698T2700DF-3 | 0.698–2.700 | 3 | 5.3 | 4.8 | 18 | 150 @ 2 × 43 dBm | 500 |
| PSST0698T2700DF-4 | 0.698–2.700 | 4 | 6.6 | 6 | 18 | 150 @ 2 × 43 dBm | 500 |
| PD3000T3500S40 | 3.000–3.500 | 4 | 0.6 | 6 | 20 | — | 40 |
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