Types of Waveguide Bends 

Micro Metalsmiths offers a comprehensive range of economic fully engineered waveguide bends which can be despatched within hours - enabling waveguide assemblies to be quickly and easily constructed to the highest standards.

Components are available in copper or aluminium alloy. MB1 copper alloy has been specially developed to provide excellent corrosion resistance to handle the extremes of marine and atmospheric conditions. Use of this material avoids the health hazards associated with processing the expensive and highly toxic Beryllium Copper alternative.

For light-weight assemblies, aluminium alloy components are available. The corrosion issues associated with salt bath brazing of aluminium have been overcome by Micro Metalsmiths through the development of specialist alloys and joining techniques. A range of thin-wall parts specifically designed for use in space waveguide manufacture is available.  For more information see the catalogue page below. 

Micro Metalsmiths now also offers waveguide bends designed to American standards, these parts have superior electrical performance and are mechanically optimised to suit North American manufacturing techniques.