2-Way RF Power Divider, SMA Female, 2–18 GHz, 20 W

The PDWS-0218-2 is a 2-way SMA RF power divider designed for broadband microwave systems from 2 to 18 GHz. It splits one input signal into two equal output paths while maintaining low insertion loss, strong isolation, and tight amplitude and phase tracking across the operating band. This makes it a reliable choice for professional RF distribution networks, lab setups, telecom subsystems, radar instrumentation, and production test environments.

Why choose this RF power divider

• Broadband 2-18 GHz coverage for multi-band RF and microwave applications.
• Low insertion loss of ≤1 dB (excluding the theoretical 3 dB split loss) to help preserve signal integrity.
• High isolation of >19 dB for stable channel separation and reduced interaction between output ports.
• Tight port matching with amplitude balance ≤ ±0.3 dB and phase balance ≤ ±3°, ideal where consistency matters.
• 20 W CW input power handling as divider, with 1 W use as combiner, supporting both lab and system integration needs.
• Compact industrial-grade construction with SMA female connectors, 50 Ω impedance, and operation from -45 to +85 °C.
• RoHS and REACH compliant for easier integration into regulated industrial and commercial projects.

Typical applications

• RF test and measurement setups, including signal routing, calibration lines, monitoring paths, and reference distribution
• Broadband microwave benches for validation, characterization, and automated production testing
• Telecom and wireless subsystems requiring equal signal splitting across multiple stages
• Radar and instrumentation platforms operating across wide frequency ranges
• General-purpose RF splitting and low-power combining architectures in professional systems

Designed for reliable RF integration

This broadband RF power divider is built for engineers and integrators who need repeatable performance in compact assemblies. Its combination of low VSWR, controlled insertion loss, good port-to-port isolation, and tight balance makes it suitable for design-in activities, validation benches, and long-term deployment in professional RF chains.

The mechanical construction also supports dependable integration in demanding environments, with a painted aluminium housing, passivated stainless-steel connector bodies, and gold-plated BeCu center pins. For applications where electrical consistency, robustness, and compact size are key, the PDWS-0218-2 offers a practical and credible solution.