SenarioTek, a provider of custom RF and microwave test interface and system integration solutions, has introduced its e-trak series of RF switch matrices with remote in-line calibration correction.

Features and benefits include thermal and vacuum (TVAC) compatibility, correction for repeatability and drift errors. The matrices monitor calibration figure of merit, alerts when a system requires recalibration, thereby extending the interval between successive calibrations. The matrices provide broadband frequency coverage up to 32 GHz.

Typical applications include RFIC test, satellite payload test, thermal and vacuum chamber test, and test of multiport DUTs and phased arrays.

e-trak significantly reduces the need for calibrating the ATE system by monitoring and correcting the calibration errors due to temperature drift, change of RF cables and connectors, switch repeatability and system errors. This is especially important for Satellite payload test due to the sensitivity of these test systems to TVAC environment as well as tight performance specifications.

Another high-value application for e-trak is in semiconductor test, where every second saved in testing translates to millions of dollars in profit. e-trak helps reduce test time by minimizing the amount of time and the number of times the test system needs calibration. In many cases, the system calibration may not be required for months.

Pricing and availability are dependent upon configuration.

SenarioTek, a private woman-owned business, is a leader in providing custom RF and microwave test interface and system integration solutions. With more than 20 years of design, manufacturing and test experience, the company provides innovative and cost-effective solutions to wireless, aerospace/defense, semiconductor test and telecommunications industries.

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