A two-port device called an RF Isolator shields RF system components from excessive signal reflection. It is a non-reciprocal device that makes certain that all power is delivered from port 1 to port 2, while absorbing and isolating any power incident at port 2. To prevent undesired signals from harming delicate components, an isolator is frequently positioned in front of them in the Rx/Tx chain.
How to Choose RF Isolators
Knowing the specifications you must make while choosing an RF isolator is crucial. The following is a summary of the important factors to consider while choosing an isolator:
Isolation (dB): The amount of isolation between the input and output ports. The components are better protected with improved isolation.
The signal loss from port 1 to port 2 is known as insertion loss (dB).
Power (W): The isolator can handle a certain amount of power while still keeping its electrical properties. The forward power is the maximum amount of force the isolator can withstand if there is a port 1 occurrence. The amount of power incident at port 2 that the isolator can withstand is known as the reverse power.
Configuration: RF Isolators come in a variety of configurations, including surface mount packages, connectorised modules, and drop-in packages.
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Why is an isolator required?
It serves largely as a shield against excessive signal reflection on other RF components. Isolators, for instance, are employed in test applications to create an electrical barrier between a device under test (DUT) and a signal source that is particularly sensitive. If any of the energy at the DUT reflects back to the source, this is done.
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