[time-nuts] Phase noise measurement (was - no subject)

[Rick Karlquist]

Mark J. Blair wrote:
>
> On Aug 20, 2010, at 2:19 PM, Rick Karlquist wrote:
>> It is good that you asked this FAQ.  Basically, what is magic
>> about the AMC-123 is that it has certifiably low phase noise,
>> guaranteed by design and characterization, although not specified
>> by Anzac. [...] Having a low noise figure is necessary
>> but not sufficient to have good phase noise.
>
> Ah, I see. Is the AMC-123 or an equivalent still in production, or was
> homebrewing brought up as an option because it's not?
>
>
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> Mark J. Blair, NF6X <nf6x at nf6x.net>
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It might still be available through Tyco/MAcom.  They have continued to
make selected Anzac components.  There was also an AM-123, which
was a TO-something can version.

Rick N6RK