The Mini-Circuits ZAPD-30 is a 2-way 0° power splitter/combiner engineered for RF signal distribution and combining across a broad frequency spectrum. Operating from 20 MHz to 3000 MHz, this 50 Ohm device delivers consistent power division between two output ports with minimal insertion loss and phase error, making it ideal for communication systems, test equipment configurations, and specialized RF networks requiring reliable signal routing.
Technical Specifications
Frequency Range: 20 MHz to 3000 MHz
Impedance: 50 Ohms
Insertion Loss: 0.4 dB to 1.0 dB typical (varies with frequency)
Amplitude Unbalance: ±0.2 dB to ±0.4 dB (0.1 dB typical)
Phase Unbalance: ±2° to ±6° (1° typical)
Port Isolation: Minimum 14 dB; typical 20 dB to 30 dB
Maximum Input Power: 1 W
Internal Dissipation: 0.125 W maximum
Operating Temperature: −55°C to 100°C
Storage Temperature: −55°C to 100°C
– Key Features
• SMA connectors on all ports for standard RF integration
• Compact form factor: 2.00 × 2.00 × 0.75 inches (50.80 × 50.80 × 19.05 mm)
• Weight: 170 grams
• Bidirectional operation—functions as splitter or combiner without modification
• Wide temperature operating range supports field and laboratory environments
– Typical Applications
• UHF TV and DVB distribution
• Aircraft radio navigation systems
• PCS, cellular, and GSM network infrastructure
• Signal distribution networks
• RF test and measurement setups
– Compatibility & Integration
The ZAPD-30 integrates directly into 50 Ohm RF systems via standard SMA connectors. Low insertion loss and excellent port isolation minimize signal degradation in cascaded topologies and multi-branch distribution architectures.
