Technical papers from JFW Industries, Inc.

Programmable Attenuator 1-1000 MHz 0-95dB x 1dB | 50P-2130

How do I choose a RF attenuator?

When choosing a RF attenuator, there are a couple of questions…
Electro-mechanical RF transfer switch with SMA female

What is a RF transfer switch?

A transfer switch is a unique type of RF switch.  Most RF switches…
1P6T absorptive electro-mechanical RF switch with SMA female

What is the difference between reflective and absorptive RF switches?

When looking for a RF switch, one of the first options you have…
1P8T RF Switch 20-8000 MHz | 50S-2145

How do I choose a RF switch?

When choosing a RF switch, you must first determine which type…
Non-blocking matrix switch

How does a non-blocking matrix switch work?

A non-blocking matrix switch is constructed with power dividers…
Blocking matrix switch

How does a blocking matrix switch work?

Think of a blocking matrix switch as an assembly that is built…
5 Watt Fixed Attenuator DC-8.4 GHz | 50HFFA-XXX-5/8

Fixed Attenuators: How to reduce port VSWR?

Problem: If several 50 Ohm RF components are combined in series,…
50 Watt Termination DC-8.4 GHz | 50T-713

Fixed Attenuators: Which dB value to select?

Fixed attenuators are used to decrease the power level of a RF…

Choosing the Right Programmable Attenuator for Receiver Sensitivity Tests

JFW's own Bryan Walker had the privilege of being selected to…

Supercharging A VNA With An RF Switch Matrix (VNA Port Extension)

Introduction The latest wireless standards for Internet-of-Things…