Overview

This document is a comprehensive technical and commercial guide from Pasternack Enterprises, Inc., covering RF, microwave, and fiber optic components. It includes product specifications, compliance programs, ordering procedures, terms of sale, and detailed reference data for connectors and components.

1. Product Specifications and Pricing

The guide details specifications for various RF limiters, including Hi-Rel, PIN-PIN, and PIN-Schottky types. Key parameters include:

• Frequency range: 500 MHz to 40,000 MHz depending on model.
• Maximum input power: 1 dBm to 18 dBm.
• Insertion loss: typically 0.2 dB to 2.5 dB.
• Recovery time: 10 ns to 100 ns.
• Leakage power and maximum peak input power specified per model.

Pricing is tiered by quantity, offering discounts for larger orders.

2. REACH Compliance Program

Pasternack ensures compliance with the EU REACH regulation by certifying that products contain less than 0.1% by weight of Substances of Very High Concern (SVHCs). Products meeting REACH standards are marked with a symbol on the website linking to certificates and the relevant SVHC candidate list.

3. RoHS Compliance Program

The company complies with the EU RoHS directive restricting six hazardous substances. Maximum allowed concentrations by weight are:

• Lead (Pb) < 0.1%
• Mercury (Hg) < 0.1%
• Cadmium (Cd) < 0.01%
• Hexavalent Chromium (CrVI) < 0.1%
• Polybrominated Biphenyls (PBB) < 0.1%
• Polybrominated Diphenyl Ethers (PBDE) < 0.1%

Lead-free solder options are available, and RoHS-compliant products are identified with a website symbol. Lead-free assemblies have an "LF" suffix in part numbers.

4. Ordering Procedures

Orders can be placed via phone, fax, internet, email, or mail. Telephone orders are accepted weekdays 5:00 am to 5:30 pm PST; fax and online orders are 24/7. Same-day shipping is available for orders placed before 4:00 pm PST. International ordering instructions and contact details for sales and technical support are provided.

5. Terms and Conditions of Sale

• No minimum order requirement.
• Free UPS ground shipping on orders over $100 within USA and Canada.
• All sales are FOB Irvine, CA.
• Payment options include checks, money orders, major credit cards, C.O.D. (USA only), and open account credit (subject to approval).
• Net 30-day terms available for qualified customers.
• Wire transfer details provided for international payments.

6. International Orders and Shipping

International orders ship from the USA under US Export Administration Regulations. Diversion contrary to US law is prohibited. Distributors cover Asia-Pacific, Europe, Middle East, and South America. Customers bear shipping, insurance, taxes, and duties. Shipping carriers include UPS, FedEx, and DHL with typical delivery in 2-3 days. All sales are FOB Irvine, CA.

7. Binding Terms and Conditions

Key points include:

• Orders require written acceptance; cancellations are generally not allowed except under warranty.
• Prices are in USD, effective at shipment, and exclude taxes and shipping.
• Payments must be in USD; international orders require full payment before acceptance.
• California sales tax applies to residents; others are responsible for local taxes.
• Coaxial cable assemblies have length tolerances of ±1.5% or 3/8 inch.
• Delivery to carrier transfers title and risk; delivery dates are estimates.
• One-year limited warranty covers defects; returns require RMA authorization.
• Liability is limited to purchase price; no consequential damages covered.
• Export controls apply; customers must comply with US laws and embargoes.
• Terms governed by California and US law; modifications require written agreement.
• Intellectual property rights are reserved; no reproduction without permission.

8. Reference Appendix: Part Number Index and Technical Tables

This section provides essential reference data for engineers:

• Part Number Index: Lists model numbers with page and location references for quick lookup.
• 50-Ohm Conversion Table: Converts dBm power levels to voltage and wattage across a wide range, aiding RF power measurement and design.
• Return Loss Conversion Table: Correlates return loss (dBm) to VSWR values, critical for impedance matching and minimizing reflections.
• Mounting Hole Dimensions: Detailed mechanical specifications for mounting holes including diameters, spacing, and thread sizes to ensure compatibility.
• Connector Identifiers and Specifications: Lists connector types (BNC, SMA, 2.92mm, 3.5mm, etc.), their gender, polarity, and mechanical/electrical compatibility.
• Connector Color Coding: Associates connector colors with applications (e.g., black for radio with phantom supply, violet for GPS), facilitating system organization.

9. Connector Identification and Application

Connectors are categorized by type, gender, polarity, and impedance (50 or 75 ohms). Key points include:

• Common types: N, SMA, SMB, MCX, MMCX, SMC, TNC, UHF, BNC, FME.
• Mechanical and electrical compatibility among SMA, 2.92mm, and 3.5mm connectors; similarly for 1.85mm and 2.4mm connectors.
• Frequency range mapping associates connector types with typical operating bands and applications, e.g., BNC (75 Ohm) up to 1 GHz, MCX (75 Ohm) up to 6 GHz.
• Applications include instrumentation, satellite communication, radar, microwave links, navigation, base stations, and military aerospace.

10. Best Practices and Recommendations

• Select connectors based on correct type, polarity, and impedance to ensure signal integrity.
• Use frequency range charts to match connectors to application bands.
• Follow color coding schemes to simplify installation and maintenance.
• Verify mechanical and electrical compatibility when interconnecting connectors.

Note: Specifications serve as identification references and should be verified with manufacturer datasheets for detailed design and procurement.

Summary

This document serves as a vital resource for engineers and technicians working with RF and microwave components. It combines detailed product specifications, compliance certifications, ordering and sales terms, and extensive reference data for connectors and mechanical interfaces. The information supports accurate product selection, regulatory compliance, efficient ordering, and reliable system integration in RF and electronic applications.