Microwave Oscillator

Gated Microwave Oscillator for Radar (IFF)

Mission-Critical Gated and Non-Gated Microwave Oscillators for IFF Radar
In military and aerospace defense, Identification Friend or Foe (IFF) systems require absolute precision to ensure secure, split-second target recognition. FCD-Tech provides elite gated and non-gated microwave oscillators, specifically engineered to meet the stringent demands of advanced defense radar architectures.
Our gated microwave oscillators are explicitly designed for pulsed radar applications, delivering rapid on/off switching, instantaneous phase synchronization, and ultra-fast settling times. Conversely, our non-gated microwave oscillators provide a continuous, ultra-stable reference frequency with exceptionally low phase noise, serving as the dependable timing backbone for complex receiver and transmitter systems.
Built to endure extreme mechanical shock, heavy vibration, and severe thermal variations, FCD-Tech’s RF solutions guarantee unwavering signal integrity in the harshest environments. Typical IFF applications include:

Airborne IFF Transponders: Fast-switching gated oscillators for precise, pulsed interrogations on fighter jets and UAVs.
Ground-Based Interrogators: Continuous non-gated reference timing for mobile air defense and early-warning tracking.
Naval Surveillance Radars: Ruggedized, vibration-resistant synchronization for complex maritime identification systems.
Secure Air Traffic Control (ATC): Reliable signal generation for military and civilian secondary surveillance radar (SSR) requiring rigorous mode interrogations.

Rely on FCD-Tech for uncompromising European engineering. We provide the customized, steadfast microwave timing solutions necessary to power your most critical defense infrastructure.

All parts are RoHS compliant

Model	Frequency Range	Size	Features
AXG2X45G Sine Wave Microwave Gated Oscillator THD	1030 / 1090 MHz	36.1 × 27.2 × 14 mm	Dual Frequency Gated Oscillator 1030 / 1090 MHz in Eurocase Package (36.1 x 27.2 mm) Supply Voltage +5 V, 50 mA (typ.) Switchable Frequency Pair, Switching Time 1 ms (max.) Fast Gate Function, Turn-on / Turn-off 25 ns (typ.) Output Level 0 to +3 dBm Gate ON, −60 dBm Gate OFF (typ.) Frequency Stability ±5 ppm (−20 °C to +70 °C), Initial Tolerance ±2 ppm Spurious −80 dBc, Harmonics −40 dBc (max.) Applications: SSR / IFF Test Equipment, Mode S and ADS-B Transponder Test Sets, Radar Target Simulators....
AXGS10 Sine Wave Gated/Non Gated SAW Oscillator SMD	950 - 1532 MHz	20.3 x 13.0 x 5.7 mm	Gated SAW Oscillator in Small SMD Package (20.3 x 13.0 mm) Supply Voltage +5 V (3.3 V on request), 35 mA Gate ON / 10 mA Gate OFF (typ.) Frequency Range 950 MHz ~ 1532 MHz (970 / 1030 / 1090 / 1150 / 1532 MHz standard) Fast Gate Function, Turn-on 40 ns / Turn-off 30 ns (max.) Output Level +10 dBm Gate ON, −40 dBm Gate OFF (typ.) Overall Tolerance ±350 ppm, Aging ±5 ppm/year (max.) Operating Temperature −40 °C to +85 °C, Tape & Reel Packing Applications: SSR / Mode S Transponders, DME / TACAN, Radar Beacons, L-Band Pulsed Systems....
AXGS20 Sine Wave Gated/Non Gated SAW Oscillator DIP14	950 - 1532 MHz	20.7 × 13.1 × 5.2 mm	Gated SAW Oscillator in Hermetic DIL14 Metal Package (20.7 x 13.1 mm) Supply Voltage +5 V (3.3 V or 12 V on request), 35 mA Gate ON / 10 mA Gate OFF (typ.) Frequency Range 950 MHz ~ 1532 MHz (970 / 1030 / 1090 / 1150 / 1532 MHz standard) Fast Gate Function, Turn-on 40 ns / Turn-off 30 ns (max.) Output Level +10 dBm Gate ON, −40 dBm Gate OFF (typ.) Overall Tolerance ±350 ppm, Aging ±5 ppm/year (max.) Operating Temperature −40 °C to +85 °C, Through-Hole DIL14 Footprint (IEC 60679-3 CO 02) Applications: SSR / IFF Transponders, DME / TACAN Avionics, Radar Beacons, Legacy DIL14 Replacement....
AXGX75 Sine Wave Microwave Gated Oscillator THD	950 - 1532 MHz	25.8 x 25.8 x 12.7 mm	Gated Crystal-Referenced Oscillator in Through-Hole Package (25.8 x 25.8 mm) Supply Voltage +12 V, 42 mA Gate ON / 7 mA Gate OFF (typ.) Frequency Range 950 MHz ~ 1532 MHz (1030 / 1090 MHz standard) Optional Fast Gate, Turn-on 30 ns / Turn-off 10 ns (typ.), 5 V Logic Compatible Output Level +12 dBm Gate ON (typ.), −50 dBm Gate OFF (max.) Frequency Stability ±30 ppm, Initial Tolerance ±10 ppm, Aging ±5 ppm/year (max.) Operating Temperature −40 °C to +70 °C (IEC 60679-3 CO 43) Applications: SSR / IFF Transponders, Mode S and ADS-B Equipment, DME / TACAN, Radar Beacons....
AXGX90 Sine Wave Gated/Non-Gated High Stability SMA Package	950 - 1532 MHz	54 x 40 x 19 mm	Gated Crystal-Referenced Oscillator Module with SMA Output (54 x 40 mm, Chassis Mount) Supply Voltage +12 V, 42 mA Gate ON / 7 mA Gate OFF (typ.) Frequency Range 950 MHz ~ 1532 MHz (1030 / 1090 MHz standard) Optional Fast Gate, Turn-on 30 ns / Turn-off 10 ns (typ.), 5 V Logic Compatible Output Level +12 dBm Gate ON (typ.), −50 dBm Gate OFF (max.) Frequency Stability ±30 ppm, Initial Tolerance ±10 ppm, Aging ±5 ppm/year (max.) Applications: IFF / SSR Transponders, Mode S and ADS-B Equipment, DME / TACAN, Avionics Test Racks....
AXMW1030GYT-01 Sine Wave Gated High Stability SMA Package	1030 MHz	54 x 40 x 19 mm	Gated 1030 MHz Microwave Oscillator Module with SMA Output (54 x 40 mm, Chassis Mount) Supply Voltage +12 V, 42 mA Gate ON / 7 mA Gate OFF (typ.) Fast Gate Function, Turn-on / Turn-off 30 ns (max.), 5 V Logic Compatible Output Level +12 dBm Gate ON (typ.), −60 dBm Gate OFF (max.) Frequency Stability ±30 ppm (−40 °C to +70 °C), Initial Tolerance ±10 ppm, Aging ±5 ppm/year Harmonics −40 dBc, Sub-Harmonics −30 dBc (max.) High Reliability: MTBF 180 Years (633 FIT @ +70 °C, IEC 61709), Operable −55 °C to +85 °C Applications: SSR / Mode S Interrogators, IFF Interrogators, Air Traffic Control Radar, Transponder Test Sets....
AXMW1090GYT-01 Sine Wave Gated High Stability SMA Package	1090 MHz	54 x 40 x 19 mm	Gated 1090 MHz Microwave Oscillator Module with SMA Output (54 x 40 mm, Chassis Mount) Supply Voltage +12 V, 42 mA Gate ON / 7 mA Gate OFF (typ.) Fast Gate Function, Turn-on 30 ns / Turn-off 10 ns (typ.), 5 V Logic Compatible Output Level +12 dBm Gate ON (typ.), −60 dBm Gate OFF (max.) Frequency Stability ±30 ppm (−40 °C to +70 °C), Initial Tolerance ±10 ppm, Aging ±5 ppm/year Harmonics and Sub-Harmonics −40 dBc (typ.), −30 dBc (max.) High Reliability: MTBF 180 Years (633 FIT @ +70 °C, IEC 61709), Operable −55 °C to +85 °C Applications: SSR / Mode S Transponders, ADS-B Out, IFF Transponders, Transponder Test Sets....