Overview​

Thanehall specialises in designing and manufacturing advanced RF Switching Units that integrate custom communication interfaces, including Zigbee® and fibre optic technologies. These units are tailored to meet the specific requirements of clients, offering versatile and high-performance solutions for RF and optical signal management.

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Client Project: 10-Channel RF and Optical Switching Unit​

For one client, Thanehall developed a sophisticated RF unit featuring 10 RF channels capable of switching from DC to 6 GHz. This provided seamless interconnection to RF measurement devices, such as RF Power Meters (RF PM), Vector Network Analysers (VNA), and Spectrum Analysers (SPA). The unit also included optical switching capabilities, enabling connections around an Optical Transceiver (OTRX). This allowed for the measurement of optical power, the conversion of optical signals to RF for measurement by RF devices, and the generation of optical power at 1310 nm with RF modulation. Additionally, optical splitters were incorporated to facilitate signal monitoring, enabling multi-channel measurements via Optical Power Meters (OPM) and photodiode detectors.

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Innovative Features​

The unit was designed as a 3U rack-mounted system on sliders, facilitating easy access and maintenance. This design also enabled full 2-port calibration across all channels through e-cal kit integration. Its integrated measurement capabilities allowed seamless management of RF and optical signals for precise measurements, ensuring compatibility with a range of test equipment.

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Outcome​

The delivered solution empowered the client with a highly versatile and efficient RF and optical signal management system. The integration of advanced switching capabilities, robust calibration support, and multi-channel monitoring ensured enhanced performance and operational flexibility for complex measurement tasks.

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Conclusion​

Thanehall’s expertise in RF and optical technologies allows us to deliver bespoke solutions tailored to the unique needs of our clients. This project highlights our ability to design and implement advanced systems that combine cutting-edge RF and optical technologies, ensuring precise measurements and seamless connectivity for modern communication and testing environments.

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