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Prototyping Essentials for X-Microwave Systems
Effective prototyping with X-MWblocks requires more than RF modules. It requires a complete, mechanically and electrically integrated development system. From the Prototyping Plate to probes, anchors, jumpers, and control hardware, each component plays a defined role in ensuring repeatable performance and reliable evaluation.
This page outlines the essential hardware required to assemble, interconnect, bias, and control your X-MWblock configuration. With the correct foundation in place, engineers can move quickly from architecture definition to functional microwave hardware with minimal iteration.
The Short List
- XM-PP2-3232-01 – brass prototyping plate (4.32″ x 4.32″) with legs and PI interface connector
- XM-PP2-1616-01 – brass prototyping plate (2.16″ x 2.16″) with legs and PI interface connector
- XM-PB1-292F – 40 GHz RF X-MWprobe, 2.92mm connector
- XM-PB1-185F – 67 GHz RF X-MWprobe, 1.85mm connector
- XM-ANCHOR2 (2 required per junction)
- XM-ANCHOR2-A (2 required for each 3 port 0404 blocks)
- XM-ANCHOR2-AA (1 required for each 3 port 0404 blocks)
- XM-GSGJ-01 (pack of 10)
- XM-SHCS-172-125-01 1-72 0.125 inch length for Bias and Control Board | Bottom Side of Protoplate
- XM-SHCS-172-156-01 1-72 0.156 inch length for RF Board | Probe Lower Foot | Top Side of Protoplate
- XM-SHCS-172-187-01 1-72 0.187 inch length for Lid to Lid Interconnect
- XM-SHCS-172-250-01 1-72 0.25 inch length for Anchor | Pinbridge | Top Side of Protoplate
- XM-SHCS-172-375-01 1-72 0.375 inch length for Probe Tall Side | Short Wall Mounts | Top Side of Protoplate
- XM-SHCS-172-500-01 1-72 0.5 inch length for Wall Tall Side | Top Side of Protoplate
- XM-SHCS-172-625-01 1-72 0.625 inch length for Wall with Lid Installed | Top Side of Protoplate