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RF Switches for ATE Applications

October 13, 2010 at 9:46 pm | Posted in Ceramic & Microwave Products, Dow-Key, RF matrices | Leave a comment

Dow-Key’s new product catalog offers wide range of RF switches for use in test applications. For smaller test setups with few I/O paths the 1-million and 5-million cycle switches with 0.03 dB repeatability up to 4 GHz are a popular choice, in addition to, miniature sized and pin-mount PCB switches. Dow-Key Switches

In larger test setups where many I/O paths are under test, compact solution such as PXI modules is recommended, specially our 12K3S-series where each module can be populated with up to three RF switches and with any combination of dual SPDT, DPDT, SP3T, SP4T, and SP6T switches. Another popular choice is our extensive matrix portfolio that offers many different I/O matrix combinations for ATE applications. They all are offered with both local control and with pair of remote interfaces: GPIB/RS-232 or Ethernet/RS-232. Dow-Key matrices are well suited for any test application where RF signals are routed between various DUTs and test equipments. To learn more about switches for ATE applications, contact Dow-Key.

Dow-Key at the European Microwave Week Exhibition

October 13, 2010 at 6:56 pm | Posted in Ceramic & Microwave Products, Dow-Key, RF matrices | Leave a comment

Paris, France (September 28-30, 2010) – This past month, Dow-Key Microwave, along with several sister companies such as K&L Microwave, DLI, and Vectron – all part of Dover Ceramic Microwave Product Group (CMP) – shared a large booth in the European Microwave Week Exhibition. The show was held this year in the wonderful city of Paris, France, between the dates of September 28th and 30th. This was the 40th annual European Microwave conference, which is the largest event in Europe focused on microwave electronics. The show is dedicated to Microwave exhibition with technical seminars, and it truly presents a wonderful opportunity to explore both current, as well as, future trends in the world of microwave, millimeter- and submillimeter-wave systems.



Dow-Key Microwave (DKM) was located at booth number 44, which they shared with one of their sister companies, Vectron International. Also this year, Dow-Key Microwave’s representative, Equipements Scientifiqueso, had a large booth (#133) at which Dow-Key Microwave and Vectron held displays as well. During the exhibition, Dow-Key Microwave took the opportunity to conduct a rep-training seminar, which covered both new and legacy products. Vice President of Engineering, Krzysztof Ciezarek, gave the presentation, preceded by an introduction from both Vice President of Sales and Marketing, Adolf Cheung, and Dow-Key Microwave’s product champion in Europe, Gary Shipton. The timing of the exhibition was perfect, as this is the best part of the year to be in Paris. Overall, the outcome of the show was a great success, as it was very busy and allowed Dow-Key Microwave to gain a large amount of exposure in the European Market.

IME/China 2009 Show Exhibition

September 9, 2010 at 8:19 pm | Posted in Ceramic & Microwave Products, Dow-Key | Leave a comment

CHINA, Shanghai (November 18-20) – Dow-Key Microwave together with Dielectric Laboratories, K&L Microwave, Novacap, Pole Zero, Syfer, and Voltronics – all part of the Dover CMP group – exhibited at the 4th annual IME trade show, China International Conference and Exhibition on Microwave, held in Shanghai on November 18-20. The show was well attended and there was great flow in traffic to CMP’s 10×20 booth were a hub of various products across all CMP companies where presented. Dow-Key is pleased with establishing a stronger relationship with the Chinese market and leaving with a successful outcome.

How to Wire a Dow-Key Relay

September 9, 2010 at 7:41 pm | Posted in Dow-Key, RF matrices | Leave a comment

Wiring a Dow Key relay is a simple task providing you have a solid working knowledge of your radio frequency (RF) system. There are a large variety of Dow Key relays and switches available. Some Dow Key relays install directly into your computer like any other kind of plug-and-play card, some are designed to be hardwired into your RF system. You should be able to connect most types of wired Dow Key relays in about twenty minutes.

Read more: How to Wire a Dow-Key Relay on eHow.com

Dow-Key Microwave at NIWeek 2008

September 9, 2010 at 7:32 pm | Posted in Dow-Key | Leave a comment

Dow-Key’s Switch Product Family Video

July 21, 2010 at 5:05 pm | Posted in Dow-Key | Leave a comment

Dow-Key Microwave offers top quality RF and Microwave components that include high power RF Switch designs, coaxial switches and SPDT switches, Waveguide, microwave switches, L-Band Matrices and hundreds of custom RF switch matrix designs. We can also custom design PXI, LXI and VXI modules and RF switches for commercial, military and private use.

Dow-Key Exhibiting at the 2010 NAB Show

March 29, 2010 at 7:48 pm | Posted in Dow-Key, NAB Show | Leave a comment
Tags: 2010 NAB Show, dowkey at NAB, Official 2010 NAB Show Exhibitor

	Official 2010 NAB Show Exhibitor:
	Be sure to visit us in booth number SU9223, where we’ll be highlighting this exciting new offering, among others:

	Dow-Key Microwave – A Leader in Design and Manufacturer of RF Switches “Our Expertise, You Switch Solution – since 1945”
	Dow-Key Microwave, a Dover Corporation company and part of Ceramic & Microwave Products (CMP) group, has been a leader in the design and manufacture of products to direct RF energy since 1945. We are specialized in a broad range of RF coaxial relays operating from DC to 40 GHz, waveguide switches (up to 70 GHz), electromechanical and solid state switch matrices and integrated solutions, fiber optics switching, PXI modules, programmable attenuators and delay lines, and custom solutions.We are showcasing our new and existing products from individual switches to integrated switching solutions, including 50-ohm and 70-ohm solutions that are fit for the broadcasting industry. Come and visit our booth at SU 9223 to chat or to pick-up our brand new product catalog! Register now for a Free Exhibits Only pass, courtesy of Dow-Key Microwave Corp.The NAB Show™ is your chance to evolve, innovate and grow your business — in smarter ways that allow you to save time and money in today’s challenging economic and competitive environment. More than just broadcasting, the NAB Show is the world’s largest gathering of leading media, entertainment and communications professionals who share a passion for the next generation of video and audio content across multiple platforms — from television, radios and computers to phones, the big screen and beyond. Don’t wait, click here to register! A $20 processing fee applies to all registrations received after April 8, 2010.