Ultra-wideband (UWB) Applications
Overview
Johanson designs and manufactures a variety of RF products that are suitable for Ultra-wideband (UWB) applications including Antennas and Integrated Passive Components (IPCs). These RF products meet or exceed the UWB performance requirements for consumer and commercial applications as well as AEC-Q200 qualification required by the automotive industry.
These components offer exceptional accuracy and reliability, aligning seamlessly with the requirements of advanced UWB applications such as real-time asset tracking, secure access control, and advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS).
Johanson also provides custom solutions that are optimized to meet unique design requirements.
Contact our Applications Engineers to discuss your design requirements.
Johanson Products and Services for UWB Designers
Antennas for UWB
- Small Form Factor
- Extreme Temperature Stability (~2ppm)
- High Dielectric Constant: 2X-3X higher dielectric constant than FR4, PCB, or standard plastics.
- Antenna Design and Tuning Services Available
| Part Number | Frequency (MHz) | AEC-Q200 | Additional Info | EIA Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2450AD18A7250001E |
2400-2480 6000-8500 |
Dual-Band, Single- Feed, PCB Corner Mount, | 1206 | |
| 7000AT18A1600001E | 6200-8240 | PCB Corner Mount | 1206 | |
| 7000AT18A1600002E | 6200-8240 | ✔ | PCB Corner Mount, AEC-Q200 qualified | 1206 |
| 7200AT14A2000001T | 6200-8240 | PCB Center-Edge Mount | 0603 | |
| 3100AT51A7200001E | 3100-10300 | PCB Corner Mount, 10 x 6 mm | 4024 | |
| 7200AT14A2000002T | 6200-8240 | ✔ | Center-edge mount | 0603 |
| 7987AT45A0200001E | 7887-8087 | PCB Center, Edge/Corner | ||
| 7987AT45A0200002E | 7887-8087 | ✔ | PCB Center, Edge/Corner |
Integrated Passive Components (IPCs) for UWB
- Highly integrated RF passives in compact SMD ceramic packaging
- High performance - low insertion loss, high rejection
- AEC-Q200 qualified options
- 100% RF tested for exceptional performance and stability.
| IPC Type | Part Number | Frequency (MHz) | AEC-Q200 | Additional Info | EIA size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Balun | 6750BL14A0050001T | 4900-8500 | UWB CH 5-9, 50Ω (1:1) | 0603 | |
| Balun | 6750BL14A010001T | 4900-8500 | UWB CH 5-9, 100Ω (1:2) | 0603 | |
| Bandpass Filter | 7000BP15A1600001E | 6200-7800 | UWB CH 5 | 0805 | |
| Bandpass Filter | 7000BP15A1600002E | 6200-7800 | ✔ | UWB CH 5 | 0805 |
| Bandpass Filter | 7240BP15B2000001E | 6240-8240 | UWB CH 5-9 | 0805 | |
| Bandpass Filter | 7240BP15B2000002E | 6240-8240 | ✔ | UWB CH 5 | 0805 |
| Bandpass Filter | 8000BP14A0500001T | 7737-8237 | UWB CH 9 | 0603 | |
| Band Pass Filter | 8000BP14A0500002T |
2400-2500 |
✔ | UWB CH 9 | 0603 |
| Diplexer | 2450DP14B7200001T |
2400-2500 6200-8200 |
BLE/WiFi + UWB | 0603 | |
| Diplexer | 2450DP14B7200002T |
2400-2500 6200-8200 |
✔ | BLE/WiFi + UWB | 0603 |
FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
What is Ultra-Wideband (UWB) technology?
Ultra-Wideband (UWB) is a wireless communication technology that enables highly accurate distance measurement, secure device-to-device communication, and precise indoor positioning. UWB is widely used in digital key systems, asset tracking, indoor navigation, secure access control, and automotive applications.
What RF components are required for UWB system design?
A typical UWB design may require antennas, baluns, bandpass filters, diplexers, and impedance matching components. These RF components help optimize signal integrity, improve range, reduce interference, and support reliable UWB communication.
What applications use Ultra-Wideband technology?
UWB is commonly used for:
- Real-time asset tracking
- Digital keys and secure access systems
- Indoor positioning and navigation
- Consumer electronics
- Automotive connectivity
- Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS)
- Industrial automation and tracking solutions
Does Johanson Technology offer UWB components for automotive applications?
Yes. Johanson Technology offers AEC-Q200 qualified UWB antennas and integrated passive components designed to support automotive applications that require high reliability and environmental robustness
Can UWB and Bluetooth® Low Energy (BLE) operate together in the same device?
Yes. Many modern devices combine UWB and Bluetooth® Low Energy (BLE) to support ranging, localization, pairing, and connectivity functions. Johanson Technology offers diplexers designed to support BLE/Wi-Fi and UWB coexistence within compact wireless devices.
What are the common challenges that engineers face when designing UWB products?
Common UWB design challenges include antenna placement, PCB layout constraints, interference management, miniaturization, coexistence with Wi-Fi and Bluetooth®, and maintaining ranging accuracy across real-world environments. Johanson Technology provides RF components and engineering support to address these challenges.
Are Johanson Technology UWB solutions suitable for asset tracking applications?
Yes. Johanson UWB antennas and RF components are designed to support the precise location tracking and ranging capabilities required for real-time asset tracking, logistics monitoring, industrial automation, and smart infrastructure applications