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RF system failures often seem sudden and unexplained. In reality, they are rarely due to hardware flaws. Instead, the true culprits are usually invisible forces—lightning strikes and power transients—that slowly degrade performance over time. A system may appear to function normally after a storm or voltage event, but components can be slowly wearing down. That erosion can lead to increased downtime, higher maintenance costs and poor signal performance.... Read more

GPS timing antennas are critical components in various applications where accurate time synchronization is essential. These antennas are used in sectors such as telecommunications, financial networks, power distribution, scientific research, and other industries that require precise and synchronized timing information.... Read more

This blog post explains the power and signal integrity vulnerabilities of three major sectors of the energy industry – smart grid, renewable energy, and the oil and gas industry. We conclude with some ways PolyPhaser can solve these vulnerabilities.... Read more

In this climate, Citizens Broadband Radio Service (CBRS) networks have emerged with a single platform that meets the diverse needs of countless organizations. It offers a spectrum that can be used exclusively by an organization as well as more coverage, capacity, security, and control.... Read more

In this blog post we discuss the main causes and effects of PIM distortion as well as the qualities, benefits, and applications of 2.2-5 low-PIM RF connectors. We also cover a closely related topic − the surge protection needs of wireless networks, and we conclude with information about a PolyPhaser product that meets these needs.... Read more

The U.S. Rail Safety Improvement Act of 2008 mandated the adoption of a positive train control (PTC) system to eliminate human error in trains responding to communication signals sent by wayside systems. PTC technology can accelerate, decelerate and stop trains and thus prevent collisions and over-speed derailments.... Read more

PolyPhaser, an Infinite Electronics brand and an industry-leading provider of RF and data surge protection, filtering and grounding solutions, has introduced a new quarter-wave RF surge protector to guard equipment from electromagnetic pulse (EMP) and power surges caused by lightning or other strong electrical changes.... Read more

Understanding Fiber Multiplexers, Fiber Attenuators, Fiber Splitters, Fiber TAPs and Fiber Terminators. Passive fiber optic components have advantages over active fiber optic devices. Because passive fiber devices do not require AC or DC power, they are less complex, with few or no moving parts or components that fail over time. Thus, they are more reliable... Read more

At PolyPhaser we always get a kick out of hearing someone refer to a surge protector as “a PolyPhaser.” It’s gratifying to have earned a reputation among many... Read more

Amazing things happen inside the utilitarian metal cylinder form factor, headlined by the ability to protect your wireless equipment from multiple lightning strikes. And surge arrestors that are designed to stand guard over hazardous work sites do double duty. They not only save your RF equipment from power surges, but they operate safely where flammable gases or vapors are present – such as oil and gas processing and distribution facilities, mining operations, manufacturing locations and other industrial sites.... Read more