Product Description
DCI Passband Filter – 442.75-448.50 MHz, Narrowband RF Filter
This used DCI (Microwave) passband filter is a precision RF component designed to pass signals in the 442.75-448.50 MHz frequency range while attenuating out-of-band signals. With approximately 5.75 MHz bandwidth, this filter provides excellent selectivity for specific 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 442.75-448.50 MHz passband covers specific segments of the 70cm amateur radio band and adjacent commercial allocations:
| Band/Service | Frequency Range | Application |
|---|---|---|
| 70cm Amateur Radio | 442-450 MHz | Repeater outputs, simplex, satellite downlinks |
| Part 90 Land Mobile | 450-470 MHz | Commercial two-way (near lower edge) |
| Amateur Satellite | 435-438 MHz | Typical downlinks (nearby) |
This filter is ideal for:
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70cm repeater output protection (isolating repeater transmitter from receiver)
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Narrowband receiver front-end for specific frequencies
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Test setups requiring precise frequency selection
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Interference rejection in congested RF environments
Key Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | DCI Microwave (Microwave Development Company) |
| Type | Passband filter (bandpass) |
| Passband | 442.75 – 448.50 MHz |
| Bandwidth | ~5.75 MHz |
| Center Frequency | ~445.6 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 repeater output filtering (442-450 MHz)
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Commercial Systems: Land mobile base station filtering
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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
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Duplexer Component: Can be part of a duplexer system for repeater installations
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



