ARX 4418 is Aeroflex Laboratories' new generation monolithic transceiver, providing full compliance with Macair and MIL-STD-1553 data bus requirements while providing variable amplitude control.
The Aeroflex ARX 4418 and ARX 4417 are monolithic variable‑amplitude transceivers that meet MIL‑STD‑1553A/B and Macair specifications. They provide selectable transmitter output amplitude and adjustable receiver thresholds, with full compliance to military data‑bus requirements.
The document details electrical characteristics, absolute maximum ratings, package options, and ordering information for both plug‑in and flat‑pack configurations, including power‑supply ranges, driver current limits, and thermal dissipation data.
| Operating Case Temperature | -55 °C to +125 °C |
|---|---|
| Power Supply Voltage Range | +15 V to +18 V (TX) / +5 V to +7 V (RX) |
| Driver Peak Output Current | 300 mA |
| Total Package Power Dissipation | 2.4 W (full temperature range) |
| Maximum Junction‑to‑Case Rise | 60 °C/W |
The transceiver operates from +15 V to +18 V for the transmitter supply and +5 V to +7 V for the receiver supply.
The driver can source up to 300 mA of peak output current.
The ARX 4418 is compatible with MIL‑STD‑1553A, MIL‑STD‑1553B, and Macair A‑3818, A‑4905, A‑5232, and A‑5690.