Mini-Circuits KC2-50+

Mini-Circuits KC2-50+ Environmental and export classification status description

The Mini-Circuits® KC2-50+ is a versatile 2-way 0 ̊ splitter/combiner that operates from 500 MHz to 2500 MHz in a wide range of RF and wireless applications. It offers minimal insertion loss and excellent phase and amplitude balance, making it suitable for various signal distribution and combining needs. Functions: 1. Splitting: Divides an RF signal into two equal parts. 2. Combining: Merges two RF signals into one. 3. Signal Distribution: Efficiently distributes RF signals across multiple pathways. 4. Amplitude and Phase Balance: Maintains signal integrity by ensuring consistent amplitude and phase relationships. Applications: 1. Telecommunications: Used in cellular base stations for signal distribution. 2. RF Testing: Employed in test setups to split or combine RF signals. 3. Remote Sensing: Supports radar and satellite communication systems. 4. Wireless Networks: Integral component for signal routing in wireless networks. 5. Broadband Communication: Facilitates broadband signal management. Alternative Components: 1. Mini-Circuits® ZB4PD-90-S+: 4-way power divider operating from 10 MHz to 8 GHz. 2. ANAREN 5A9001-1: 2-way splitter/combiner covering 800 MHz to 2500 MHz. 3. MINI-CIRCUITS® ZN2PD-02-4W+: 2-way power splitter for frequencies up to 2000 MHz. Embedded Modules: 1. Embedded RF Signal Distribution: Integration into communication systems for signal routing. 2. RF Test Equipment: Includes the splitter/combiner within testing instruments for signal manipulation. 3. Wireless Infrastructure: Embedded in base stations and antennas for signal processing and distribution. --- Related Q&A: 1. Can the Mini-Circuits® KC2-50+ be cascaded for more than two outputs? - The KC2-50+ is designed for 2-way splitting or combining only and may not retain optimal performance if cascaded for more than two outputs. 2. What are the typical insertion loss and isolation values of the KC2-50+? - The KC2-50+ offers low insertion loss around 3 dB and high isolation of over 20 dB, ensuring minimal signal degradation during operation. 3. Is the KC2-50+ compatible with both SMA and N-type connectors? - The KC2-50+ model typically comes with SMA connectors; however, Mini-Circuits® provides options for customization, including N-type connectors upon request. 4. Can the KC2-50+ handle high-power RF signals in the 500 MHz to 2500 MHz range? - The KC2-50+ is rated for moderate power levels; for high-power applications, consider Mini-Circuits®'s high-power handling splitter/combiner models. 5. What are the temperature stability and frequency flatness characteristics of the KC2-50+? - The KC2-50+ exhibits excellent frequency flatness and stable performance over a wide temperature range, making it suitable for demanding RF applications.