Description
The STE2950 RF Shielded Test Enclosure is the top-load version of the popular STE2900 platform, designed to improve ease of use while maintaining reliable RF isolation. Engineers who require fast, efficient device handling benefit from the enclosure’s top access design, which simplifies loading and unloading during frequent test cycles.
Because of its flexible configuration, the STE2950 RF Shielded Test Enclosure supports both individual benchtop installations and dual rack-mount setups. As a result, it adapts easily to development labs, manufacturing lines, and dense pack testing environments.
Top-Load Design for Efficient DUT Access
Unlike front-access enclosures, this RF shielded test enclosure features a top-load access door that allows direct placement of the device under test. Consequently, operators can reduce handling time and streamline workflows during repetitive testing. This design proves especially useful for quick validation, troubleshooting, and production verification.
Dual Rack-Mount Capability for Dense Pack Testing
In addition to benchtop use, the enclosure supports dual rack-mount installations for high-density test environments. Therefore, teams can deploy multiple units within a single rack while maintaining proper RF isolation between devices. This capability increases test throughput without expanding floor space.
STE2952 Dual Rack Version with Slide-Out Access
For added convenience, the dual rack-mount configuration—known as the STE2952—includes a custom rack slide system. This feature allows the entire enclosure to pull out smoothly from the rack, providing full top access to the device under test. As a result, technicians can service and configure devices without removing the enclosure from the rack.
IO Configurations
Custom Configuration Options
- RF FEEDTHROUGH: BNC, TNC, SMA, SMB, UHF, Type-N
- FIBER OPTIC: Fiber optic bulkhead feedthrough, ST, FC
- DUST COVERS: Dust cover capes with security chains available for all RF feedthrough connectors
- RF FILTERED DATA: DB9 (10pF), DB9 (100pF), DB9 (1000pF), DB15 (100pF), DB15 (1000pF), DB25 (310pF), DB25 (1000pF), DB37 (310pF), DB37 (1000pF), RJ45/DB9 Filtered, RJ11/DB9 Filtered, USB1/DB9 Filtered
- POWER CONNECTIONS: 4-Pole filtered barrier strip feed through, 6-Pole filtered barrier strip feed through, internal surge protected power strips (110VAC, 220VAC International)
- VENTILATION OPTIONS: Dual side mounted RF filtered vents with single filtered exhaust muffin fan, passive vent only
- RF ABSORBENT FOAM: Standard 1/2″ thick RF absorbent foram liner provides 24dB attenuation. 3/4″ thick foam is standard on the STE3800 and available as an option to provide a flatter response
- FIBER TRANSCEIVER: Icron Technologies USB 2.0 Fiber Transceiver System available for devices up to 480 MB/s
Note: RF Isolation specs are measured at 1M with terminated RF feedthrough coaxial connectors installed. Actual isolation & attenuation can be affected by adding additional filtered and non-filtered connectors. Check with us for specific connector specifications. STE series I/O interfaces, connectors, and options are frequently updated. Check with us for updates.
| I/O Interface | Order Number | Typical Data Rate/Line Voltage | Typical Shielding* |
DB37, 1000pF pi Filter | 3409-0012-1 | 3 Mbps / 100 VDC,
5 Amps max | >70 dB from 0.5 to 2 GHz
>80 dB from 2 to 3 GHz
>70 dB from 3 to 6 GHz |
DB25, 1000pF pi Filter | 3409-0009-1 | 3 Mbps / 100 VDC,
5 Amps max | >70 dB from 0.5 to 2 GHz
>80 dB from 2 to 3 GHz
>70 dB from 3 to 6 GHz |
DB25, 100pF pi Filter | 3409-0014-1 | 10 Mbps / 100 VDC,
5 Amps max | >50 dB from 0.5 to 2 GHz
>60 dB from 2 to 3 GHz
>60 dB from 3 to 6 GHz |
DB9, 1000pF pi Filter | 3409-0008-1 | 3 Mbps / 100 VDC,
5 Amps max | >70 dB from 0.5 to 2 GHz
>80 dB from 2 to 3 GHz
>70 dB from 3 to 6 GHz |
DB9, 100pF pi Filter | 3409-0010-1 | 10 Mbps / 100 VDC,
5 Amps max | >50 dB from 0.5 to 2 GHz
>60 dB from 2 to 3 GHz
>60 dB from 3 to 6 GHz |
 | STEUSB2071 |
Max Current: 2A | >80 dB from 741MHz to 6 GHz |
 | STEETHD10G | 10 Gbps | >80dB 100MHz to 40GHz |
 | STEUSB3CC | Max Current 3.75A | >90 DB 200MHz to 8 GHz |
 | STEUSB312 | Max Current: 2A | >90 DB 200MHz to 8 GHz |
 | STEGBE4591 | 1 GBps | >90 DB 700MHz to 8 GHz |
 | IEC25010C | 250 VAC 10A | >80 dB at 200 MHz to 30 GHz |
 | STEDC2010 | 100 VDC 10A, 48VAC, 10 A | >90 dB 1GHz to 3 GHz |
