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Components for Space Applications

Meinberg designs and produces network time servers (running NTP and IEEE1588), PCI and PCI express slot cards, USB connected devices and industrial synchronisation systems used in a wide range of applications. This includes critical network time and frequency synchronisation for ground based space applications with support for multiple IRIG timecode (A, B, and G), as well as IEEE and AFNOR timecodes.

Micropac is certified as a NASA Core Supplier and is qualified to Class K for MIL-PRF-38534 and JAN S for MIL-PRF-19500. Micropac has supplied space level microcircuit modules and components since the mid 1970s and its products have been used on mission critical applications including launch vehicles, spacecraft, Mars rovers, the International Space Station, spacesuits and space telescopes.

Nicomatic is certified EN9100:2016. Its interconnect solutions, particularly its CMM and DMM micro-connectors, are adapted for usage in outer space and have been successfully used in satellites, simulators, communication units, optical sensors, robotics, HD cameras and controllers. Their products are oxygen free, high resistance at high temperature and have polyphenylene sulfide insulator properties, recognised for space applications. The clear benefits are modularity, high density pin count and low mass.

Xsis is a manufacturer of advanced design rad tolerant crystal oscillators for space applications. Its oscillators have been used in flight hardware for projects including Spacebus 300B, Cryosat, Rapid Eye and Lisa Pathfinder.

MwT has been providing components and semiconductor devices to the space industry since 1985. MwT performs assembly, testing, screening, and qualifications testing for microwave semiconductor devices, microwave components and subsystems based on MIL-PRF-38534.

• High performance NTP and PTP time servers

• Technical support • Antennas and accessories

• Rad tolerant opto couplers• Photo diodes and detectors

• High voltage rad tolerant optocouplers

• Solid state power controllers

• Space low noise amplifiers • Space qualified GaAs FETs

• CMM connectors • DMM connectors

• Shock and vibration options• MIL-55310 QPL heritage

• Radiation tolerant

First Sensor has over 50 years of application expertise and experience in aerospace technology. Products are stress tested, with screening and qualification to ESA standards. The use of thick-film hybrid technology built in Europe, (so ITAR free) enables the construction of very small, robust and ultra-reliable electronic modules and circuits. There is a rich heritage of space use with the position-sensitive diodes including NuSTAR, Mars Express, Herschel, FIREBIRD, DEOS, Sentinel, Rosetta and many others.

Three decades of expertise in space qualified componentsAPC Technology Group has a 36 year heritage in the design-in, specification and distribution of specialist electronic components, products and systems for aerospace, space, military and defence applications.

Our engineer-led technical sales teams have extensive pedigrees designing-in components and products into space programmes including ExoMars, BepiColombo, EarthCARE and the Galileo ground segment.

To discuss your requirements for space components contact our technical sales team on: 0330 124 4540 or email enquiries@apcplc.com

Our franchised components for space applications include:

3D PLUS has an impressive 18 year’ heritage within the space sector, achieving preferred supplier status for the European Space Agency and sending more than 125,000 modules into space. 3D PLUS products feature advanced high density microelectronics and bare die and package stacking technologies to meet the demands of high reliability and performance in low weight and a very small size.

• Radiation tolerant memory - volatile and non volatile

• Radiation tolerant memory IP

• Radiation tolerant interfaces• Radiation tolerant POL converters• Radiation tolerant camera heads

• Radiation tolerant peripherals and protection ICs

• System-in packages

API Technologies is an ESCC qualified manufacturer. Their plants in the USA and UK are two of only fifteen MIL-PRF-38534 Class K manufacturing facilities in the world. API’s rad-hard power conversion and control products are designed for extreme environmental conditions and radiation exposure.

AVX is a leading supplier of high reliability parts for space applications. Available from APC Hi-Rel, AVX can offer: MIL ceramic and tantalum capacitors and EMI filters; DSCC ceramic and tantalum capacitors; NASA ceramic capacitors; ESA/ESCC ceramic and tantalum capacitors.

Calramic specialises in high voltage ceramic capacitors ranging from 500V to 20,000V. These space level ultra high reliability capacitors come in a variety of C-V values and sizes, and can be used for TWTA, spectroscopy and propulsion within space applications.

• RF/Microwave filters• Mixers• Amplifiers

• Microwave diodes• Limiters• Rotary joints

• Power dividers and couplers• Magnetics• Rad-tolerant SAW products

• High voltage multilayer ceramic: surface mount, leaded, chip

• High voltage disc ceramic: disc leaded

For decades Custom Electronics Inc has provided capacitors for space applications including twt amplifiers. With low outgassing and a very stable performance over temperature they are designed to deliver high reliability performance.

• Mica paper capacitors • Molded and potted capacitors • Wrap and fill capacitors

TRM’s high reliability, space qualified components are engineered to meet the most severe environmental requirements specified by top tier defence contractors. Since 1999, TRM have steadily contributed to the success of many major space programs including Inmarsat, Spaceway and Mexsat. Custom orders to meet specific end user environment and mission profiles are available.

• Beamformers• Power dividers

• Directional couplers• 90°C and 180°C hybrids

• Experts in merging ferrite, stripline, coaxial and airstrip technologies to create innovative designs

• Optical sensors • Position-sensitive diodes

• Inertial sensors • Pressure sensors

• Power MOSFETs• HV diodes

• SMD/leaded ceramic capacitors • SMD/leaded tantalum capacitors

• SMPS ceramic capacitors• Wet tantalum capacitors

• EMI filters

High reliability electronic components

RF and microwave electronic components

Sourcing solutions for obsolete, EOL and long lead time components

Time and frequency synchronisation systems

Lighting projects and technologies

Connected products and components

Infection control products

Our specialist divisions:

Head office, 6 Stirling Park, Laker Road, Rochester, Kent, ME1 3QR0330 124 4540 • enquiries@apcplc.com www.apcplc.com

For more information please call +44 (0) 330 124 4540 or visit www.apcplc.com

Components and systems for ground bases to outer space As an AS9120B certified distributor for space-compatible technologies from franchised manufacturers our range includes: amplifiers • cable assemblies • capacitors • connectors • diodes • filters, frequency sources • GaAs FETs • GNSS antennas and accessories • high performance NTP time servers • memory products • miniaturised cameras • optocouplers • power supplies • PTP network switches and cards • switches and more.

APC can also supply high density ‘system-in-package’ solutions that miniaturise radiation tolerant systems.

Ground Station

Low Earth Orbit

Geostationary

Interplanetary and Outer Space

About APC Technology Group plcAPC Technology Group plc is a 36-year-old, London Stock Exchange listed company providing the

design, specification and distribution of specialist electronic components and systems, lighting technologies and connectivity products. Our technologies enable our customers to produce better

equipment, meet design specifications, improve efficiency and achieve superior performance.

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