RF Explorer Upconverter
Available with a lead time
Expect dispatch between May 14 and May 17
Quantity Discounts:
- 5-10 $170.14 (exc GST)
- 10+ $164.82 (exc GST)
Restrictions apply to this RF Equipment for use in Australia:
- Only to be operated on 433Mhz / 915-930Mhz / 2.4Ghz (check the product description for compatible frequency ranges).
- If operating outside of shared frequencies or in such a way that is beyond low interference potential devices are intended to function, then you have obtained the appropriate authorisation to do so.
For use in other locations around the world:
- Follow region-specific frequency spectrum rules.
A declaration of use will need to be submitted during checkout.
RF Explorer Upconverter is a high-performance RF frequency mixer to enable input frequency ranges from 100KHz to 250MHz in RF Explorer Spectrum Analyzer and other devices such as SDR and wideband radios.
RF Explorer Upconverter is a multi-purpose device:
* Includes an Upconverter Mixer to enable frequencies 100Khz - 250MHz in your
RF Explorer Spectrum Analyzer or other devices such as RTL-SDR and converts into 530.1-780MHz
* Internal selectable Low Noise Amplifier of 25dB gain nominal, to increase the sensitivity of receivers, Spectrum Analyzers, Oscilloscopes and Near Field antennas in frequencies 100KHz - 4GHz
* Internal selectable Attenuator 30dB nominal to enable large-signal measurement
- For more details about user guide and coding, please visit the Upconverter site here.
- If you'd like to buy or change the RF Explorer Battery, please click here.
Features
- Internal LNA amplifier and selectable attenuator
- In Mixer mode convert frequencies from input 100KHz-250MHz up to 530.1-780MHz output
- In Bypass mode, it can work in frequencies from 50KHz to 4GHz including LNA and Attenuator
- Compact size and lightweight
- Solid aluminum metal case
- The mini USB port is used for powering the unit DC 5V, easy connection to a PC, wall wart or even portable power bank battery.
- Easy connection to RF Explorer with included RF adapter SNA Male-Male
- Ideal device to amplify weak signals using RF Explorer Near Field antennas
- CE / FCC / RoHS compliant
Technical details
- Dimensions 120mm x77mm x26mm
- Weight G.W 95g
- Battery Exclude
- Input Frequency band Mixer Mode 0.1 – 250MHz
- Input Frequency band: Bypass Mode 0 – 4GHz
- LNA Frequency band 0 – 4GHz
- Attenuator Frequency band 0 – 4GHz
- Internal selectable LNA 25dB gain
- Internal selectable Attenuator 30dB
- Connectors Standard SMA 50 ohms RF connectors
- Absolute Max input power Bypass and Attenuator mode +30dBm
- Absolute Max input power LNA mode +5dBm
- Mixer stability and accuracy (typical) +-10ppm
Exact shipping can be calculated on the view cart page (no login required).
Products that weigh more than 0.5 KG may cost more than what's shown (for example, test equipment, machines, >500mL liquids, etc).
We deliver Australia-wide with these options (depends on the final destination - you can get a quote on the view cart page):
- $3+ for Stamped Mail (typically 10+ business days, not tracked, only available on selected small items)
- $6+ for Standard Post (typically 6+ business days, tracked)
- $10+ for Express Post (typically 2+ business days, tracked)
- Pickup - Free! Only available to customers who live in the Newcastle region (must order online and only pickup after we email to notify you the order is ready). Orders placed after 2PM may not be ready until the following business day.
Non-metro addresses in WA, NT, SA & TAS can take 2+ days in addition to the above information.
Some batteries (such as LiPo) can't be shipped by Air. During checkout, Express Post and International Methods will not be an option if you have that type of battery in your shopping cart.
International Orders - the following rates are for New Zealand and will vary for other countries:
- $11+ for Pack and Track (3+ days, tracked)
- $16+ for Express International (2-5 days, tracked)
If you order lots of gear, the postage amount will increase based on the weight of your order.
Our physical address (here's a PDF which includes other key business details):
Unit 18, 132 Garden Grove Parade
Adamstown
NSW, 2289
Australia
Take a look at our customer service page if you have other questions such as "do we do purchase orders" (yes!) or "are prices GST inclusive" (yes they are!). We're here to help - get in touch with us to talk shop.
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