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Z-Communications, Inc. : RF & Microwave Signal Source Manufacturer

Z-Communications, Inc. is a U.S.-based designer and manufacturer of RF and microwave signal source components for commercial, industrial, aerospace, defense, telecommunications, satellite communications, and test & measurement applications. Since its founding in 1987, the company has built a strong reputation for producing high-performance frequency generation products including Voltage Controlled Oscillators (VCOs), Phase Locked Loop (PLL) synthesizers, fixed-frequency synthesizers, and custom RF solutions.

The company emphasizes low phase noise performance, compact package designs, reliable manufacturing, and rapid product customization. Its products are manufactured in the USA and supported by AS9100D and ISO 9001:2015 certified quality management systems.

Product Highlights

  • Voltage Controlled Oscillators (VCOs) from approximately : 40 MHz to 12.2 GHz
  • Programmable PLL Synthesizers supporting Integer-N and Fractional-N architectures : 80 MHz to 6 GHz
  • Fixed Frequency PLL Synthesizers covering frequencies from 500 MHz to 16 GHz
  • Fixed Frequency PLLs with Internal Reference – RFS Series: 1 GHz – 15 GHz
  • Low phase noise technology
  • Custom RF module design services

Product Selection Guide

Product CategoryTypical Selection Parameters / Specifications
Voltage Controlled Oscillators (VCOs)Frequency range, tuning voltage, phase noise, output power, package size, current consumption
Programmable PLL SynthesizersInteger-N or Fractional-N, output frequency, reference frequency, loop filter, phase noise
Fixed Frequency PLL SynthesizersFixed output frequency, reference oscillator, harmonic suppression, spurious performance
Smart PLL SolutionsWide frequency coverage, programmable operation, laboratory use
Evaluation ToolsDevelopment platform compatibility, evaluation capability
Custom VCO SolutionsFrequency requirements, package constraints, power consumption, environmental requirements
Custom PLL SolutionsCustom frequency synthesis, integration requirements, application-specific performance
Custom RF ModulesApplication-specific RF subsystem design and manufacturing

Reference : https://zcomm.com/products/

Why Choose Z-Communications?

Organizations select Z-Communications for several reasons, few of them are as follows:

  • More than three decades of RF and microwave design experience
  • Extensive catalog of standard frequency generation products
  • Ability to develop custom RF solutions for specialized applications
  • Strong focus on low phase noise and frequency stability
  • Advanced surface mount manufacturing capabilities
  • Certified quality management system (AS9100D and ISO 9001:2015)

Latest Products

ProductDescription
CRO3650B-LFUltra-low phase noise VCO operating around 3.6–3.7 GHz
SFS12000H-LFFixed Frequency PLL Synthesizer at 12 GHz
USSP3300-LFCompact wideband VCO with low power consumption
CRO2500C-LFLow-noise VCO for 2.4–2.6 GHz operation

Latest News from Company Website

  1. Nov.14, 2025 : Z-Communications introduces tunable smart frequency synthesizer covering 45 MHz to 22.6 GHz
  2. Feb. 7, 2025 : Z-comm introduces new LNA from 10 KHz to 20 GHz for Test and Measurement Applications
  3. Oct.10, 2024 : Z-communications introduces new SPDT switch supporting frequency from 9 KHz to 30 GHz

Reference : Zcomm News Section

Summary

Z-Communications, Inc. is an established manufacturer specializing in RF and microwave signal generation technologies. Its product portfolio includes VCOs, programmable PLL synthesizers, fixed frequency synthesizers, evaluation hardware, and customized RF solutions that support applications across communications, aerospace, defense, satellite systems, and electronic test equipment.

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