Description
STE3000M RF Shielded Test Enclosure
The STE3000M RF Shielded Test Enclosure provides a controlled RF environment for testing, troubleshooting, tuning, and evaluating wireless devices. Designed for benchtop use, it helps reduce outside RF interference so engineers can perform more consistent and repeatable testing.
The enclosure is well suited for wireless device development, laboratory testing, production testing, and validation applications. It can be used with technologies such as Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, RFID, 3G, 4G, and 5G devices.
The STE3000M features strong RF isolation at commonly used wireless frequencies and includes an RF absorbent foam interior to help reduce unwanted signal reflections inside the enclosure. This supports cleaner test conditions when evaluating wireless modules, circuit boards, antennas, and fully assembled devices.
An RF-tight illuminated viewing window allows users to monitor the device under test without opening the enclosure. Silver mesh RF-tight gloves also provide hands-on access for adjustment, tuning, alignment, and troubleshooting while maintaining the shielded test environment.
The enclosure includes one customizable I/O plate that can be configured with selected interface and connector options based on the testing application. Standard features also include a 6-outlet 120VAC power strip and honeycomb ventilation.
Typical Applications
- Wireless device development and validation
- Wi-Fi and Bluetooth testing
- 3G, 4G, and 5G cellular testing
- RFID testing
- RF troubleshooting and tuning
- Engineering and laboratory testing
- Production and manufacturing environments
The STE3000M RF Shielded Test Enclosure offers a practical solution for teams that need dependable RF isolation, flexible configuration options, and convenient access during testing.
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 |
