Description
TC-5916APU RF Shield Box Key Benefits
- Reliable Upgraded “U” version provides High RF Shielding for testing products up to 12GHz
- Pneumatic control of lid Open/Close and optional custom test fixture operation
- Easily customizable to meet various testing needs
- Red and Green LED’s for Pass/Fail indication
- Easily Replaceable Rear I/O Module Plate
- Choice of Various Optional Rear I/O Modules
- EMI filters on all data ports and power lines
- Remote Control Operation of Box via RS-232C
SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE
The upgraded TESCOM TC-5916APU RF Shield Box is the Pneumatic version of the popular TC-5916AU. The latest “U” version takes RF shielding capabilities to new heights of RF Shielding, now up to 12GHz. While retaining the essential features of ergonomics and ease of maintenance the testing industry requires in a faraday cage, this new iteration excels in shielding performance, catering to the increasing demands of high-frequency testing in wireless technology.
Designed specifically with OTA (Over-the-Air) testing in mind, this Faraday cage boasts interior walls lined with highly absorbent proprietary RF Absorber, reinforced with a layer of ferrite absorber. This meticulous design significantly reduces reflections, ensuring an optimal environment for conducting OTA tests. To fashion the ultimate OTA testing solution for your handheld Device-Under-Test (DUT), simply enhance it with one of our grid fixtures and antenna couplers.
Alternatively, if you prefer a custom test fixture or a custom faraday cage tailored specifically for your DUT, don’t hesitate to inquire about our custom design services.
But what exactly does OTA testing entail, and how is it performed? To execute an OTA test, you must precisely position the DUT inside a dedicated test chamber, such as our TC5916APU RF Shield Box. This chamber plays a vital role in isolating the DUT from external interference.
Several factors can impact the reliability and performance of OTA testing, including reflections leading to multipath conditions and interference from the surrounding environment. To combat these challenges, we’ve incorporated RF absorber into the interior walls of the shield box. This RF absorber plays a pivotal role in minimizing reflections, working in harmony with the shield box to create an impeccable testing environment for your DUT.
Typical RF Shielding
Typical RF Shielding
The shield effectiveness below is measured when the blank panel is mounted; other I/O interface panel results a different shielding effectiveness of the shield box.
- 100 to 3000 MHz > 70 dB
- 3000 to 6000 MHz > 60 dB
- 6 to 12 GHz > 60 dB
***Isolation example above is based on I/O configuration as specified above. Isolation may be higher or lower based on specific I/O configuration installed.
Custom Configurations
TC Manual RF Shield Box Custom I/O Interface Panel
Customized I/O Interface panels are available. Please contact the CTS sales team for more information
| 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 |
USB 2.0 Filter | 3409-0018A-3 | 480 Mbps / 5 V, 500 mA /
Max Current: 5A | >60 dB from 0.5 to 2 GHz
>70 dB from 2 to 3 GHz
>70 dB from 3 to 6 GHz |
USB 3.0 Filter(Active) | 3409-0042A-1 | 5000 Mbps / 5 V, 900 mA /
Max Current: 1.5 A | >70 dB from 0.5 to 2 GHz
>70 dB from 2 to 3 GHz
>55 dB from 3 to 6 GHz |
RJ-45 Filter | 3409-0022A | 1 Gbit/s Copper-Line
Ethernet (1000 BASE-T) | >60 dB from 0.5 to 2 GHz
>70 dB from 2 to 3 GHz
>70 dB from 3 to 6 GHz |
DC Power Adaptor | 3406-0004A | 50 VDC,
3 Amps max | >70 dB from 0.5 to 2 GHz
>80 dB from 2 to 3 GHz
>80 dB from 3 to 6 GHz |
DC Power Adaptor,
Banana Jack Type | 3406-0005A
3406-0006A | 50 VDC,
10 Amps max | >70 dB from 0.5 to 2 GHz
>80 dB from 2 to 3 GHz
>80 dB from 3 to 6 GHz |
AC Power Adaptor | 3103-0009A | 250 VAC,
7 Amps max | >70 dB from 0.5 to 2 GHz
>80 dB from 2 to 3 GHz
>80 dB from 3 to 6 GHz |
RF, N-SMA Connector | 3408-0038 | | >60 dB from 0.5 to 2 GHz
>70 dB from 2 to 3 GHz
>70 dB from 3 to 6 GHz |
RF, SMA-SMA Connector | 3408-0039 | | >60 dB from 0.5 to 2 GHz
>70 dB from 2 to 3 GHz
>70 dB from 3 to 6 GHz |
*SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE
- Each shielding effectiveness is measured when each I/O interface panel, which is shown above, is mounted.
- Above data was measured by Tescom, The Shielding Effectiveness might be different based on the measuring method and condition.
- This data has been measured under the condition that the cables are not connected to each filters. When the cables are connected it can affect the shielding performance.
