Frequency Standards
Devices that produce a known frequency.
See Also: Hydrogen Frequency Standards, Rubidium Standards, GPS Clocks
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Frequency Standards
Precision Test manufacturers a complete range of frequency standards. This includes rubidium and OXCO models either free running or controlled by an external reference (GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, 1pps, 5 MHz, 10 MHz, IRIG-B etc). Output frequencies typically 1 MHz, 5 MHz, 10 MHz, 10.23 MHz, 13 MHz, 100 MHz or bespoke frequency.
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Rubidium Frequency Standards
Incorporating time-tested and field-proven technology, these rubidiums deliver high-precision time and frequency accuracy for measurement equipment. Products are available in VXI and PXI versions.
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GPS Time and Frequency Standards
Our range of GPS disciplined Rubidium Oscillator, OCXO and TCXO, low cost and stable, time and frequency references in a variety of rack mount and desktop sizes to suit all applications. For a technical discussion of GPS go here or select a link below for product information.
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2-Channel 400MHz DDS Signal Generator
2940A
The 2940A is a two-channel 400MHz DDS Signal Generator that generates two independent sine wave output frequencies simultaneously from 200kHz to 400MHz in 1Hz steps. A Clock Generator configuration with ECL or LVDS clock outputs is also available. The 2940A is lockable to an external frequency standard or is used with its internal TCXO. Optional internal amplifiers and 60dB step attentators available. Set all parameters with front panel controls and LCD display or by computer using the RS232 serial interface. All settings can be saved into non-volatile EEPROM memory upon power down. Windows software included.
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Distribution Amplifiers
The Quartzlock range of distribution amplifiers are intended for use when multiple outputs from a single frequency standard/generator are required. This may be encountered in engineering labs, national standards labs, research and development, calibration labs and production. This is vital for the distribution of signals from other precision frequency standards like Hydrogen Masers, Cesium oscillators. For a technical discussion about distribution amplifiers go here or select a product range below.
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Cellular Antennas
Our portfolio of cellular antennas includes solutions for emerging technologies such as 5G, as well as coverage of older networks such as 2G, 3G, 4G, and CBRS. A wide range of internal/embedded antennas and externally mounted antennas are available to suit a wide range of customer requirements. Our cellular antennas are available for regions, frequencies, and standards, with products ranging from 617 - 7125 MHz. Choose from a variety of antenna types, product length, width, and height, and wireless application. Custom antenna developments are regularly undertaken to meet specific customer requirements. Our cellular antenna portfolio includes products manufactured by TE Connectivity, Laird Connectivity External Antennas, and Hirschmann Car Communications.
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Disciplined Frequency Standards
2960AR and 2965AR
The 2960AR has a rubidium timebase and provides two 10MHz and one 5MHz sine wave outputs. The 2965AR has a rubidium timebase and provides one 10MHz, one 5MHz and one signal generator output. The signal generator output uses Direct Digital Synthesizer (DDS) technology and is programmable from 100Hz to 50MHz via an RS232 serial interface. Both models can be disciplined by a 1pps input signal and provide a 1pps output. The 1pps input is typically provided by the GPS Frequency output from a device like a smart GPS receiver or antenna. The Novatech GPS1 Smart Antenna is available as an accessory to provide a complete turnkey solution.
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Active Type Hydrogen Frequency
CH1-1003M
Hydrogen frequency and time standard Ch1-1003M is designed for precision storage and reproduction of the size of frequency and time units as part of measures and reference complexes. Main applications: – national time and frequency services; – ground stations for tracking and control of satellite radio navigation systems; – radio interferometry with extra long base.
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Low G Sensitive Oscillators
Precision Test Systems is increasingly becoming a world leader in ultra-low phase noise (ULN) crystal and rubidium oscillators. We manufacture the CFS10B crystal frequency standard and the RFS10E and RFS10F rubidium frequency standards. All these models can also be locked to the global satellite service operated by the USA (GPS), Russian (GLOSNASS) and Europe (Galileo). We also have a complete range of distribution amplifiers to compliment these frequency standards.
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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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Rubidium Frequency Standard
RFS VXI
*RFS VXI is designed to work as part of information measuring systems based on the VXI bus as a rubidium frequency standard.*RFS VXI is intended for use as a highly stable laboratory signal source for checking generator devices, time-frequency measuring equipment and other equipment, synchronizing navigation systems.*The RFS VXI contains two independent rubidium reference oscillators: main and standby.*RFS VXI is a VXI standard, register based device and measures C-1.*RFS VXI implements the "Self-control" mode, which checks the output frequencies of the rubidium standard.
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GPS/GLONASS Disciplined Rb Oscillator
VCH-311
GPS/GLONASS disciplined rubidium frequency standard model VCH-311 is a high stable frequency signal source (STANDARD mode), or precision frequency calibrator for any external standard signals (CALIBRATOR mode). The instrument contains multi-channel GPS/GLONASS receiver, time scale comparison unit and automatically adjustable Rubidium reference oscillator.
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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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Climate Chamber
VCH-A18
The climatic chamber is designed to maintain a stable temperature of frequency and time standards and other high-precision electronic devices.
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Fiber Optic Modem
VCH-608
The VCH-608 fiber optic modem is designed to receive and transmit via a fiber optic communication line (FOCL) signals of frequency and time standards (TSV) :- pulse signals 1 Hz (1 PPS) with delay compensation,- harmonic electrical signals with a nominal value frequency 100 MHz with phase instability compensation.
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Microprocessor Development System
DS-M8
# Real-Time and Transparent In-Circuit Emulator# Supports PIC12xxx, PIC14xxx, PIC16xxx, PIC17xxx and others# Uses Microchip Bond-Out Technology# Maximum Frequency Support# Standard 64Kx16 Emulation Memory# 32Kx48 Real-time Trace with Filters and Triggers# 64K Hardware Breakpoints with External Signals# Memory Mapping Capabilities# Software for MS-Windows# Source-Level Debugger for C and Assembler
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Millimeter-Wave Automated Accelerated Reliability Test Systems
nm-Wave AARTS System
AARTS fully integrated, automated, turnkey system provides flexibility and accuracy in determining RF and DC performance degradation with aging to predict life expectancy for compound semiconductor devices. Our millimeter-wave Automated Accelerated Reliability Test Systems (AARTS) and fixture solutions are available in standard frequency ranges from 26.5 to 67 GHz.
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Atlas ESR PLUS - Equivalent Series Resistance Meter
ESR70
The Atlas ESR provides instant measurement of a capacitor's ESR and it's capacitance value. Using the supplied gold plated probes (removable), the Atlas ESR can measure ESR down to a resolution of 0.01 ohms, up to 40 ohms. It can even measure ESR for capacitors that are in-circuit. Measurements are made at the industry standard frequency of 100kHz. Probes are now removable, allowing 2mm compatible probes to be fitted. Audible alerts are produced for various ESR levels allowing you to perform many tests in succession without having to look at the display.
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Hydrogen Frequency & Time Standard
CH1-1006
The hydrogen frequency and time standard Ch1-1006 is designed to generate highly stable, high-frequency, spectrally pure sinusoidal 5, 10, 100 MHz and pulsed 1 Hz signals and for the behavior of time-frequency measurements.
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Frequency Counter with Rubidium Timebase
SR625
Stanford Research Systems, Inc.
The SR625 Frequency Counter is a NIST traceable frequency counting standard for calibarating base stations, transmitters and many other types of communication systems.
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Macintosh Audio Spectrum Analyzer
iSpectrum
iSpectrum is an easy to use audio spectrum analyzer that allows you to view live audio in a standard frequency plot, a stereo oscilloscope view and a waterfall display.
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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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Scalar Feed Horn Antennas
Scalar feed horns are offered as both standard and custom build models with either a circular or rectangular waveguide interface. While scalar feed horns with a rectangular waveguide interface can only support linear polarization, models with a circular waveguide interface can support various polarization types including horizontal, vertical, left-handed circular, and right-handed circular polarization for broader applications. The standard models operate across the full waveguide band and offer 17 dBi nominal gain, 25 degrees half power beamwidth and a -28 dB side lobe level at center frequency. The below standard offering covers the frequency range of 8.5 to 140 GHz. However, other frequencies or gain values are also available.
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Military Timing Solutions
Brandywine is AS9100C certified and supports the environmental testing and specific interface standards needed for simple integration within military hardware. Brandywine offers many standard options for our military timing products including cesium frequency standards for international applications as well as the option to customize each product to fit your specific timing needs.
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Electronics & Power
Excelitas Technologies offers a wide range of high-performance electronics, power and energetics technologies to drive your most demanding photonic systems. Our Electronics & Power offering includes Capacitor Chargers, Spark Gaps and Transformers, High-Voltage DC Power Supplies and Atomic Frequency Standards. Our Energetics portfolio includes Electronic Safe & Arm devices, Detonators, Ignition Safety devices, and Rocket Motor Initiators.
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Horn Antennas
Broadband antennas, compared to half wave dipoles, reduce test time because the technician did not have to stop the test to adjust the dipole antenna for each frequency. Most compliance standards now require the use of such antennas. The latest version of Mil-Std 461E states the used of broadband double ridge guide horn antenna as the antenna of choice for frequencies above 200 MHz.
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GPS Frequency Standards
Precision Test Systems manufacturers' a full range of GPS and GNSS frequency standards that are disciplined to most of the worlds satellite systems.
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Probe Antennas
Probe antennas are offered as both standard and custom models with a rectangular waveguide interface. Probe antennas can only support linear polarization. These antennas are often used to measure the gain of other antennas by comparing the signal levels of the probe antenna and antenna under testing. The standard models operate across the full waveguide band and offer 6.5 dB nominal gain and 115 and 60 degrees half power beamwidth at center frequency. The below standard offering covers the frequency range of 8.2 to 170 GHz.
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Frequency Standard Products
The ES-110 generates a stable source of 10 MHz using GPS (Global Positioning System) satellites as a reference. If frequency distribution is needed, we offer the ES-210, a Quad 1x6 1/5/10 MHz Distribution Amplifier. The ES-210 provides four independent 1x6 Frequency DAs in a single rack-mount enclosure. The ES-410 is a four output version of the ES-110. The ES-410 was introduced and won Radio Magazine's Best of Show Award at the 2016 NAB Show.
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Hydrogen Frequency & Time Standard
CH1-1033
The hydrogen frequency and time standard Ch1-1033 is designed for precision storage and reproduction of the size of frequency and time units as part of measures and reference complexes. Main areas of application: – public service of time and frequency; – ground control complexes of radio navigation systems; – radio interferometry with extra long base.
