Product Description
DCI Passband Filter – 425-445 MHz, 20MHz Bandwidth, High-Performance RF Filter
This used DCI (Microwave) passband filter is a precision RF component designed to pass signals in the 425-445 MHz frequency range while attenuating out-of-band signals. With a 20 MHz bandwidth, this filter provides excellent selectivity for a wide range of communications applications.
DCI Microwave was a respected manufacturer of high-quality RF and microwave components, including filters, couplers, and other passive devices for communications, defense, and test applications.
Frequency Band Applications
The 425-445 MHz passband covers several key applications:
| Band/Service | Frequency Range | Application |
|---|---|---|
| 70cm Amateur Radio | 430-440 MHz | Weak signal, satellite, ATV, repeaters |
| Part 90 Land Mobile | 450-470 MHz | Commercial two-way (near lower edge) |
| Part 22 Mobile/Base | Various | Cellular/landline extensions |
| ISM Band | 433.05-434.79 MHz | Industrial, Scientific, Medical devices |
| Military/Government | 380-400, 450-470 MHz | Various allocations |
| Tetra | 380-430 MHz | European trunked radio |
This filter is ideal for amateur satellite work, general 70cm band operation, or cleaning up signals from ISM devices operating in the 433 MHz band. The broader 20MHz bandwidth makes it more versatile for applications requiring wider passband coverage.
Key Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | DCI Microwave (Microwave Development Company) |
| Type | Passband filter (bandpass) |
| Passband | 425 – 445 MHz |
| Bandwidth | 20 MHz |
| Center Frequency | ~435 MHz |
| Impedance | 50 ohms (typical) |
| Connectors | [Likely SMA, N-Type, or BNC – inspect] |
| Insertion Loss | [Low in passband] |
| Rejection | [High out-of-band] |
| VSWR | [Low in passband] |
| Power Handling | [If known, watts] |
Applications
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Amateur Radio: 70cm band operation (430-440 MHz), satellite downlink reception
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Satellite Communications: Ground station filtering for 435 MHz downlinks
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Land Mobile: Commercial two-way radio systems
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ISM Devices: Filtering for 433 MHz industrial/scientific/medical equipment
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Test & Measurement: Harmonic and spurious rejection
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Receiver Front-End: Preventing out-of-band interference
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Transmitter Output: Cleaning up transmitted spectrum
Condition
SOLD AS IS
USED – SHOWS NORMAL WEAR (scuffs, minor marks)
RF PERFORMANCE NOT TESTED
NO MOUNTING HARDWARE OR DOCUMENTATION INCLUDED
PICTURE MAY NOT MATCH PRODUCT



