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Dow-Key Microwave Corporation Earns 2012 Summit Award at Consona Connect User Conference

July 23, 2012 at 6:53 pm | Posted in Dow-Key | Leave a comment

Manufacturer of Electromechanical Switches Uses Made2Manage ERP Software to More
Effectively Manage Business.

Consona Corporation (Consona), a worldwide leader in providing customer relationship management (CRM) and enterprise resource planning (ERP) software and services for companies of all sizes, today announced at its Consona Connect 2012 user conference that Dow-Key Microwave Corporation (Dow-Key Microwave), the world’s largest manufacturer of electromechanical switches for radio frequency and microwave applications, is a 2012 Summit Award winner for its use of Consona’s … read more

Dow-Key Spotlight on Complex New Crossbar Switch Series

Part of Dow-Key’s New Line of Matrix Switches, the CB-Series is an Advanced
Product Geared for Solving Difficult Test Setups and Switching Obstacles

Keeping in line with their other new product releases for 2012, Dow-Key Microwave is excited to highlight another full featured product, the CB-Series next generation matrix switch. The CB-Series, a non-blocking crossbar system, creates a one-to-one relationship by allowing any input to be connected to any unique output. Dow-Key developed this next generation crossbar matrix switch system as a switch solution for more complex test setups and signal routing. The CB-Series allows for testing multiple UUT (units under test) with many input and output signals or high speed communication buses without having to connect and disconnect them from the setup. As well, the CB-Series crossbar switching system can route any input signal to any output port such that the path between the I/O ports is unique at any given time.
“We are excited to put forward a platform that gives the user more control and more flexibility in ways of switching RF signals between many input and output ports and yet being budget friendly in this economy,” stated Dow Key representative Sara Nazemzadeh. “Software options such as manual control, Ethernet, RS-232, USB and even a built-in web interface are all available in a single COTS solution and features such as keeping track of the cycle count or adding and removing switches to support field repairability and future needs are new to this generation of switching solutions.”
Dow Key’s CB-Series crossbar switching systems typically start from between 2×2 up to 12×12 and can be customized to support larger configurations.
Dow Key CB-Series Crossbar Switch Matrix specs

Impedance: 50 Ohm
Operating Frequency: DC-18 GHz
Switching Time: 50 ms max. (includes control delay)
Operating life: 1,000,000 cycles min. (cold switching)

Contact Dow-Key directly for additional RF specs on the CB-Series switch matrix. The Dow-Key website also has a support center online that is home to a number of helpful white paper product tutorials for customer use.
Dow-Key Microwave Corporation has been developing matrix switch solutions for a number of industries including: ATE, Avionics, SATCOM, Space and more since it’s founding in 1945. Dow-Key produces their expert grade matrix switch solutions out of their state-of-the-art facility in Ventura, California.

Check out Dow-Key’s Premium Used Matrices Offered at a Bargain Price!

April 27, 2012 at 4:47 pm | Posted in Dow-Key, RF matrices, RF Matrix | Leave a comment
Tags: 10x10 Manual GPIB Controlled Switches, Premium Used Matrices, Refurbished 4xSP6T

That’s right! Dow-Key is now offering premium refurbished matrices at a discounted rate! We are currently offering:

Refurbished 4xSP6T Manual & GPIB Controlled Switches

The 4501 Model is a bidirectional switching system. These switching systems are equipped with four coaxial SP6T terminated switches mounted on the front of the chassis. Each model includes a 2-line LCD with a 16 button keypad, manual switch control, as well as Ethernet and RS-232 interfaces. These switching systems are best used for RF signal switching among exchangeable devices in test bench setup which requires easy access to input/output signal paths.

All used models have been fully tested and updated. Discount refurbished price is $15,600.

Used models include a standard 3 month warranty. User manuals are available by request. See more »

10×10 Manual & GPIB Controlled Switches

Model 5169 is a phase matched commercial grade switching model with input and output ports accessible from the front. This economical model enables computer control over a switching matrix up to a 10 x 10 configuration using SMA-type female connectors on both input and output paths. Each unit is equipped with a solid state controller on the front, an LCD display and keypad for manual override, as well as Ethernet and RS-232 interfaces on the rear.

All used models have been fully tested and updated. Discount refurbished price is $23,300.

Used models include a standard 3 month warranty. User manuals are available by request. See more »

Dow-Key Microwave, RF/Microwave Switch Experts Release All New Matrix Platform

December 9, 2011 at 12:14 am | Posted in Dow-Key, Switch Matrices | Leave a comment
Tags: Microwave Switch, RF Switch

Dow-Key Microwave, RF/Microwave Switch
Experts Release All New Matrix Platform

New RF Switch Matrix Platform Hits the Consumer Market

Ventura, CA December 8, 2011

Dow-Key Microwave, masters of innovative RF and Microwave switching solutions, is delighted about the release of their brand new Matrix Platform. The long awaited switch solution is finally here and Dow-Key employees can’t wait to share the news.

“We have always strived to devote our products to our customers, and to always have their needs in mind. With our new product, the key lies in its usability. We prefer not to simply offer a great and reliable product, but to also present a cost-effective solution with our new design,” stated Sara Nazemzadeh, Dow-Key representative today.

The all-new Dow-Key Matrix Platform is engineered around a flexible modular system architecture and is comprised of a series of brackets, panels and electronic-boards that are universally compatible with all Dow-Key electromechanical models. The resulting product is meant to be a cost effective solution that can be easily re-configured by adding RF switches to a single enclosure. Dow-Key also ensures that the platform is both easily repairable and field upgradeable.

So what makes up the Matrix Platform? More major product specifications for the new Dow Key Microwave Matrix Platform include 1RU/2RU/3RU/4RU rack-mountable chassis, removable power supply/ control card module, LCD keypad or touch screen manual control, new software controls and much more. For further information about the Matrix Platform, click here.

Dow Key Microwave is a Southern California based company, headquartered in the beautiful coastal city of Ventura. The company has been masterfully creating RF and Microwave switching solutions since its founding in 1945.

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DOW-KEY MICROWAVE at Autotestcon Booth 811, Sept 13-15

September 9, 2011 at 6:34 pm | Posted in Dow-Key, PIM Switches | Leave a comment
Tags: Autotestcon 2011, Autotestcon Booth, Dowkey at Autotestcon Booth

DOW-KEY MICROWAVE at Autotestcon
Booth 811, Sept 13-15

AUTOTESTCON 2011 will be held in at the Baltimore Convention Center.

We are a Sponsor of Tech Trek at Autotestcon 2011. Don’t forget to get your Tech Trek Game card at our booth! There are prizes to win.

Be the First to See! A new switch matrix platform with many great software features and hardware capabilities will make its first appearance at Autotestcon!
Don’t miss this. Stop by our booth to learn more.

Product Highlights:

We have Low PIM switch solutions. To learn more check out our display at the show.

More Switch Solutions: In addition, many coaxial switches, waveguide, matrices and PXI products will be at the show as well. View Products

Dow-Key Microwave Corporation Unveils Brand New Website

June 21, 2011 at 8:21 pm | Posted in Dow-Key | Leave a comment
Tags: Dow-Key Microwave

Leader in RF Technology, Dow-Key Microwave Corporation Unveils Brand New Website
New Website Aims to Streamline the Customer Experience in a Number of Ways

Dow-Key Microwave Corporation, the world’s largest manufacturer of RF Switches and RF and Fiber Optic Switching Systems is pleased to announce the launch of their new and improved website. The site will continue to offer professional grade products but with a streamlined interface, aiming to simplify the customer experience.

“We wanted our new site to reflect the quality of our products and make it easy for our worldwide client base to easily access our portfolio,” states Dow-Key representative Sara Nazemzadeh, “in addition to providing technical literature to our customer, peers and the educational community.”

The revamped website seeks to improve the user experience by incorporating a variety of tools and modernized web design. Enhanced product search has been integrated so customers can search through an index of products without needing to navigate through multiple pages. Product search filters have also been upgraded to be more intuitive, helping users to quickly find the exact products they need.

Dow-Key continues to be the leading manufacturer of quality RF Switches, Microwave Components, Waveguides, Coaxial Switches, and Matrix Parts. Along with the technical improvements that have been integrated on the website, Dow-Key is also featuring brand new products. Dow-Key has also made certain popular switches available as kanban or stocked items for faster delivery, anywhere from next day delivery to one week for most switches.

Nazemzadeh adds, “We are extremely excited about the new website and all it offers. Over the next two years further features will be incorporated to the site to support the needs of both our US based and International customers.”

Dow-Key’s enhanced website has become both easier to understand and navigate since incorporating modern cohesive design aspects and helpful product access menus. Dow-Key has also introduced a whole new educational section to the website, offering tutorial information for potential customers, engineering students, and anyone in between. The new Support section includes product catalogs and manuals, software downloads, application notes, white papers, an FAQ page, and other helpful tutorials.

Dow-Key is both certified and committed to provide unparalleled customer service, competitive pricing and on-time delivery. Founded in 1945, Dow-Key is the oldest continuously operational RF Relay manufacturer in the United States. Dow-Key constructs precision products made for commercial, military, and private use.

VISIT OUR NEW SITE

Fire Sale, Only $10 Each – Dow-Key’s Stock Program

March 2, 2011 at 6:22 pm | Posted in Dow-Key | Leave a comment
Tags: 1.5 GHz, DC, Dow-Key's Stock Program, High Isolation, High Power, Low Insertion Loss, SPST

For a limited time, Dow-Key Microwave is offering part number’s 429-5319-2 and 429A-5319 for only $10 each. They are selling fast. Don’t miss your opportunity and place your order today… CLICK HERE .

We must closeout overstocked inventory. Save big on these switches: SPST, High Power, Low Insertion Loss, High Isolation, and DC to 1.5 GHz.

429-series: SPST pin mount switch

429-5319-2

Learn more and view technical specs

429A-5319

Learn more and view technical specs

For Purchase Order, please send directly to askdk@dowkey.com or fax number: 805.650.1734

Season’s Greetings from Dow-Key Microwave

December 20, 2010 at 8:42 pm | Posted in Dow-Key | Leave a comment

Dowkey at the Nas Patuexent River/NAVAIR Technology Expo

October 28, 2010 at 3:26 pm | Posted in Ceramic & Microwave Products, Dow-Key, RF matrices, Switch Matrices | Leave a comment

Maryland, USA – on October 6, 2010, Larry Neeley, one of Dow-Key Microwave’s Regional Sales Managers, attended the Nas Patuexent River/NAVAIR Technology Expo, which was hosted by the Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division, in Maryland, USA. Dow-Key Switches

Dow-Key Microwave joined about 20 other exhibitors, each with a table-top display of their company’s products, at this four hour expo. During this four hour span of time, between 200 to 600 persons attended, all of which were very influential individuals: including engineers and important decision makers. Participation in this expo not only allowed Dow-Key Microwave to reach significant individuals, but also gave them the opportunity to enhance the company’s brand name, and increase their image, as well as, their visibility. In addition to presenting a showcase of switch products to potential buyers, Dow-Key also received valuable feedback from customers. In summary, participation in an expo such as this one is very beneficial as it presents the opportunity for exposure to an audience that is highly targeted, but typically difficult to reach.

Dow-key’s Space Product Brochure

October 27, 2010 at 11:51 pm | Posted in Coaxial Switches, Dow-Key, RF matrices | Leave a comment

Dow-Key has over 40 years of heritage in providing switches to many successful space missions. Our Space Product brochure highlights our experience, our space team, our capacity and qualification in manufacturing environmental and weight sensitive switches: SPDT, Transfer, T-Switch, Waveguides and Switch Block designs.