
| Leader-mw | Introduction to LPD-6/18-16S 6-18Ghz 16 way power Divider |
Introduction to Leader-MW's 6-18GHz 16 Way Power Divider featuring an exceptionally low insertion loss of just 1.6 dB,
Product Overview
The Leader-MW 16-way power divider is a high-performance passive component designed for demanding RF and microwave systems operating across the 6 to 18 GHz frequency band. A key highlight of this unit is its remarkable insertion loss of only 1.6 dB, which is significantly lower than typical values for a 16-way splitter (the theoretical splitting loss alone is 12 dB).
This low-loss performance ensures minimal signal degradation, making it ideal for applications where signal integrity is critical, such as in phased-array radar, electronic warfare (EW) systems, satellite communications (SATCOM), 5G infrastructure, and high-end test and measurement setups.
The unit is built using microstrip or stripline technology, providing excellent reproducibility and stable performance across the entire band. It features robust aluminum housing with SMA-F connectors, ensuring durability in harsh environments. Additionally, its compact size allows for easy integration into dense system layouts.
Conclusion
With its flat amplitude/phase balance and high port-to-port isolation, the Leader-MW 16-way power divider sets a high standard for wideband power distribution, delivering the ultra-low 1.6 dB loss that system designers demand.
| Leader-mw | Specification |
LPD--6/18-16S-1 LOW LOSS 16 WAY Power Divider/combiner/splitter Specifications
| Frequency Range: | 6000-18000MHz |
| Insertion Loss: | ≤1.6dB |
| Amplitude Balance: | ≤±0.4dB |
| Phase Balance: | ≤±6deg |
| VSWR: | ≤1.6 : 1 |
| Isolation: | ≥18dB |
| Impedance: | 50 OHMS |
| Power Handling: | 10Watt |
| Power handling reverse : | 10Watt |
| Port Connectors: | SMA-Female |
| Operating Temperature: | -30℃to+60℃ |
Remarks:
1、Not Include Theoretical loss 12db 2.Power rating is for load vswr better than 1.20:1
| Leader-mw | Environmental Specifications |
| Operational Temperature | -30ºC~+60ºC |
| Storage Temperature | -50ºC~+85ºC |
| Vibration | 25gRMS (15 degrees 2KHz) endurance, 1 hour per axis |
| Humidity | 100% RH at 35ºc, 95%RH at 40ºc |
| Shock | 20G for 11msec half sine wave,3 axis both directions |
| Leader-mw | Mechanical Specifications |
| Housing | Aluminum |
| Connector | ternary alloy three-partalloy |
| Female Contact: | gold plated beryllium bronze |
| Rohs | compliant |
| Weight | 0.4kg |
Outline Drawing:
All Dimensions in mm
Outline Tolerances ± 0.5(0.02)
Mounting Holes Tolerances ±0.2(0.008)
All Connectors: SMA-Female
| Leader-mw | Test Data |