Description
8401-6 Butler Matrix — 4×4 (0.5–6 GHz)
The 8401-6 is a 4×4 Butler matrix — a beamforming network used in wireless test applications (cellular, WiFi, Bluetooth). It transfers signals reciprocally from any input port to any output port with high phase accuracy, amplitude balance, low insertion loss, and high port-to-port isolation. Covering 0.5 to 6.0 GHz, its compact, modular microstrip construction makes it ideal for MIMO test setups across cellular, WiFi, and WiMAX.
Key Features
- Compact, modular microstrip design and construction
- Reciprocal signal path
- Excellent channel condition number
- Technology agnostic
- Wide frequency range
Performance by Frequency Band
| Parameter | 0.5 – 2.0 GHz | 2.0 – 6.0 GHz |
|---|---|---|
| Insertion Loss | 7 dB typ / 10 dB max | 7 dB typ / 12 dB max |
| VSWR (max) | 1.7:1 | 2.0:1 |
| Isolation | 25 dB typ / 16 dB min | 20 dB typ / 11 dB min |
General Specifications
| Configuration | 4 × 4 |
| Frequency Range | 0.5 – 6.0 GHz |
| Output Phase Accuracy | ±15° max (at 3.25 GHz) |
| RF Input Power | 37 dBm |
| Impedance | 50 Ω |
| Connectors | SMA Female (all ports) |
| Operating Temperature | −20°C to +70°C |
Applications
- RF MIMO test for 5G, WiFi, Bluetooth
- WiFi, WiMAX, 4G/5G LTE testing and link simulation
- Multipath simulation and performance evaluation
- Antenna array beamforming
Full datasheet and mechanical drawings are available on request. Please submit a quote request or contact us.
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