The Weinschel 1580 is a broadband resistive power divider that splits RF and microwave signals with precision across DC to 26.5 GHz. It delivers 6 dB nominal insertion loss and maintains excellent output power symmetry, making it ideal for demanding test, measurement, and aerospace applications requiring stable signal division across extended frequency ranges.
Technical Specifications
Frequency & Impedance
• Frequency range: DC to 26.5 GHz
• Nominal impedance: 50 Ω
Insertion Loss
• 6 dB nominal (between input and one output arm)
• 7.5 dB maximum (DC to 18 GHz)
• 8.5 dB maximum (18 to 26.5 GHz)
Power Handling
• Maximum input power: 1 Watt CW, 500 Watt pulse
• Power coefficient: < 0.005 dB/dB/watt
Return Loss & Impedance Matching
• VSWR maximum DC to 18 GHz: 1.20
• VSWR maximum 18 to 26.5 GHz: 1.30
Tracking Performance
• Amplitude tracking: 0.30 dB maximum (DC to 26.5 GHz)
• Phase tracking: 8° maximum (DC to 26.5 GHz)
Thermal Performance
• Operating temperature range: -55°C to +125°C
• Temperature coefficient: < 0.0004 dB/dB/°C
– Key Features
• Three-port design with ports interchangeable for input and output operation
• Miniature form factor with lightweight construction
• High power capability rated to 500 Watts pulse
• Gold-plated brass body with stainless steel connectors and gold-plated beryllium copper contacts
• Output power symmetry maintained across full frequency range
• Comprehensive test data provided for 153 frequency points between 50 MHz and 26.5 GHz
– Connector Options
Model 1580: Male 3.5 mm connector on Port 1; female 3.5 mm connectors on Ports 2 and 3
Model 1580-1: All three ports equipped with female 3.5 mm connectors
Both models feature nondestructive mating with SMA, 2.92 mm, and 3.5 mm connectors.
– Typical Applications
Signal splitting in RF test and measurement, telecommunications infrastructure, and aerospace systems requiring precision power division with minimal frequency sensitivity and close output tracking.
