Z-Communications, Inc. Press Release - October 2, 2008

Z-Comm Introduces the CRO2900A-LF Ultra Low Phase Noise VCO

Z-Communications, Inc.Z-Comm CRO2900A-LF phase noiseSAN DIEGO, October 2, 2008: Z-Communications, Inc. announces a new RoHS compliant coaxial resonator based VCO (Voltage-Controlled Oscillator) model CRO2900A-LF in S-band. The CRO2900A-LF operates at 2900 MHz (single frequency VCO) with a tuning voltage range of 0.5-4.5 Vdc. This VCO features a typical phase noise of -115 dBc/Hz @ 10 KHz offset and a typical tuning sensitivity of 9 MHz/V.

The CRO2900A-LF is designed to deliver a typical output power of 3.5 dBm at 5 Vdc supply while drawing 19 mA (typical) over the temperature range of -10º to 75º C. This VCO features typical 2nd harmonic suppression of -16 dBc and comes in Z-Comm’s industry standard MINI package with shield measuring 0.50 in. x 0.50 in. x 0.22 in. It is available in tape and reel packaging for production requirements. The CRO2900A-LF is also ideal for automated surface mount assembly and reflow.

CRO2900A-LF is well suited for satellite communication applications that require great linear tuning and ultra low phase noise performance. Additional specifications for this product can be found on-line at http://www.zcomm.com/webstore/ProductInfo.aspx?productid=CRO2900A-LF.


Z-Comm CRO2900A-LF
Part Number:td> CRO2900AA-LF
Delivery: Stock - 6 weeks
Contact: Z-Communications, Inc.
Tel: 858-621-2700
Fax: 858-621-2722
Email Technical Support – applications@zcomm.com
Email Sales: sales@zcomm.com
URL: http://www.zcomm.com

For further information on this model or any other product from Z-Communications, Inc. please contact our Applications department via e-mail at applications@zcomm.com or call us at 858-621-2700.

RoHS logoAbout Z-Communications, Inc.


Z-Communications, Inc. is a pioneer in developing Voltage Controlled Oscillators (VCO) and Phase Locked Loop (PLL) synthesizers for the commercial marketplace since 1987 and headquartered in 9939 Via Pasar, San Diego, CA 92126.

With devoted customers, Z-Communications, Inc. serves wireless and communication industries by providing the most effective and competitively priced RF/microwave components, as well as custom component designed to meet customer specific needs. Our sophisticated automated manufacturing facility, located in the US at our headquarters in San Diego guarantees a high level of repeatability, reproducibility and control. For more information please visit us at

../www.zcomm.com or contact our sales department.






Posted 5/18/2009