What Microlab does

Microlab, LLC is a Parsippany, New Jersey-based manufacturer of high-performance passive RF and microwave components used in wireless signal distribution for in-building distributed antenna systems (DAS), small cell networks, base station deployments, and public safety radio coverage. The product portfolio spans attenuators, duplexers, directional couplers and tappers, hybrid combiners and matrices, low PIM plenum-rated coaxial cables, multi-band combiners (diplexers through pentaplexers), power splitters, terminations, and GPS signal distribution components, supported by modular Point of Interface (MCC Series), custom POI assemblies, and DAS signal conditioner trays. Engineering differentiators include guaranteed low Passive Intermodulation (PIM) performance down to -161 dBc, ultra-wideband 617-5925 MHz frequency coverage enabling 5G, C-band, LAA, and public safety band support within a single component family, and the proprietary SMART Passives (System Monitor Alarm Report Technology) platform that enables real-time monitoring of passive DAS networks via SMART Gateway and SMART Couplers. Many products carry ASTM B117 salt-fog, IP65-IP68, and extreme-temperature ratings, addressing transportation and outdoor harsh environments.

Microlab sells hardware and custom-engineered integrated solutions primarily to wireless carriers, DAS integrators and operators, building owners and venue operators (stadiums, airports, hospitals), municipal public safety authorities requiring ERRCS compliance under IFC Section-510 and NFPA 1221, and transportation infrastructure operators (tunnels, rail). Distribution is multi-channel: direct enterprise sales from Parsippany headquarters, an authorized distributor network across the US and Canada, and an e-commerce storefront. Pricing is quote-based with a $250 minimum order, a 36-month warranty on passive devices and 12-month on active devices. Technical marketing is supported through design-tool integration with iBwave and Ranplan, application notes, webinars, and industry tradeshow participation.

The company was founded in 1949 (with the LLC entity established in 2012) and was historically a subsidiary of Wireless Telecom Group, Inc. (NYSE American: WTT) before being acquired by RF Industries, Inc. (NASDAQ: RFIL) in March 2022 for $24.25 million in cash. Prior to acquisition, Microlab generated approximately $16 million in unaudited revenue and $3.7 million in adjusted EBITDA for the twelve months ended September 30, 2021 (approximately 23% EBITDA margin). It currently operates as a division of RF Industries while maintaining its LLC legal structure.

Name

Microlab

Legal name

Microlab, LLC

Website

https://microlabtech.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2012

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Microlab manufactures high-performance passive RF and microwave components (attenuators, combiners, splitters, terminators, low PIM cables) for in-building DAS, 5G/small cell, and public safety radio deployments in North America, serving wireless carriers, DAS integrators, and venue owners as a division of RF Industries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

RF and Microwave Passive Components

NAICS

Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing (334220), Other Communications Equipment Manufacturing (334290)

SIC

Communications Equipment, Nec (3669)

akta.pro primary industry

Passive Filters & RF Passives (LC Filters/Diplexers/Baluns/Attenuators) (HDAHANAG)

Keywords

• Passive RF components
• DAS signal distribution
• Low PIM components
• Microwave hybrid combiners
• Public safety DAS

Headquarters

HQ city

Parsippany

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Passive RF Component Sales: Microlab designs and manufactures high-performance passive RF and microwave components including attenuators, duplexers, directional couplers, hybrid combiners, power splitters, terminations, and multi-band combiners. Products are sold directly and through distributors to wireless carriers, DAS integrators, and system designers.
2. Integrated Solutions: Custom-engineered integrated solutions including Modular POI (MCC Series), DCC Combiner Trays, and DAS Signal Conditioners sold as finished assemblies to system integrators and network operators.
3. Active Solutions and Repeater Systems: Digital GPS Repeater Systems, Lossless GPS Signal Splitters, and Smart Passives monitoring solutions sold alongside passive components for complete signal distribution systems.
4. Design and Technical Services: Application engineering support, design services (including iBwave and Ranplan design tool support), and technical consultation provided to optimize system designs and deployment.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Microlab designs and manufactures high-performance passive RF and microwave components for wireless signal distribution in distributed antenna systems (DAS), small cell networks, base stations, and public safety radio networks. Its portfolio includes attenuators, duplexers, directional couplers and tappers, hybrid combiners and matrices, low PIM coaxial cables, multi-band combiners (diplexers, triplexers, quadraplexers, pentaplexers), power splitters, terminations, GPS signal distribution components, and SMART Passives real-time monitoring systems. The company also delivers custom integrated solutions such as modular Point of Interface (POI) assemblies and DAS signal conditioner trays.

Product overview

Microlab is a manufacturer of high-performance passive RF and microwave components for wireless signal distribution and in-building DAS (Distributed Antenna System) deployments. The product portfolio includes attenuators, duplexers, directional couplers, hybrid combiners/matrices, low PIM cables, multi-band combiners (diplexers, quadraplexers, triplexers), power splitters, terminations, and GPS solutions. The company also offers custom integrated solutions including Modular POI (MCC Series), custom fixed Point of Interface, and DAS signal conditioners. Active solutions include Digital GPS Repeater Systems, Lossless GPS Signal Splitters, and SMART Passives (System Monitor Alarm Report Technology) for real-time DAS monitoring. The company serves public safety, enterprise, small cell, and carrier network applications, with products supporting frequencies from VHF through 6 GHz including 5G and UWB bands. Microlab operates as a division of RF Industries (NASDAQ: RFIL) following acquisition in March 2022.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Passive RF Attenuators Low PIM and resistive fixed attenuators sold as standalone passive RF components for signal level management in DAS, small cell, and base station deployments.
• Passive RF Duplexers Cavity and non-cavity duplexers sold for combining and separating transmit/receive signals in PCS, AWS, and other wireless bands with high isolation and low PIM.
• Directional Couplers and Tappers Directional couplers and tappers used to sample or tap off a defined amount of signal for monitoring or distribution in DAS applications.
• Hybrid Combiners and Matrices Hybrid couplers and 2x2, 3x3, 4x4 hybrid matrices sold as standalone passive components for signal combining in neutral host in-building wireless systems.
• Low PIM Coaxial Cables Plenum-rated coaxial cables with guaranteed low PIM performance, including CMP UL listed variants for public safety DAS network identification.
• Multi-Band Combiners (Diplexers, Triplexers, Quadraplexers, Pentaplexers) Diplexers, triplexers, quadraplexers, and pentaplexers sold as standalone multi-band combining products for neutral-host and multi-operator networks.
• Power Splitters Reactive, Wilkinson, and passive GPS power splitters offered in 2-way through 8-way configurations for distributing RF signals.
• Terminations Low PIM and resistive terminations with power ratings up to 400W, used to terminate unused ports or hybrid outputs in RF distribution networks.
• GPS Signal Distribution Components GPS signal splitters, antennas, and accessories sold for distributing GPS timing signals across wireless networks and in-building systems.
• Modular POI – MCC Series Custom-engineered modular Point of Interface rack-mount assemblies that integrate multiple hybrid combiners and terminations for demarcation between DAS and carrier or test equipment.
• Custom Fixed Point of Interface (POI) Systems Custom-designed fixed POI combiner assemblies engineered for specific customer installation requirements and project specifications.
• DAS Signal Conditioner Trays Pre-engineered signal conditioner trays that condition and distribute DAS signals within rack-mount assemblies.
• Digital GPS Repeater System Active Digital GPS Repeater System sold to extend GPS signal coverage into buildings or RF-challenging environments.
• Lossless GPS Signal Splitter Active GPS signal splitter that distributes GPS signals across multiple outputs without signal loss.
• SMART Passives Monitoring System SMART (System Monitor Alarm Report Technology) Gateway and SMART Couplers sold as a monitoring system that detects faults in passive DAS networks in real time.
• 5G & UWB Component Solutions Ultra-wideband passive component portfolio supporting 5G NR, C-band, LAA, and UWB applications across the 617-5925 MHz frequency range.
• RF Design and Application Engineering Services Application engineering, design services, and technical consultation including iBwave and Ranplan design tool support, sold to system designers and integrators.

Quantifiable outcome

• Network operators can achieve reliable in-building cellular coverage with guaranteed low PIM performance reducing dropped calls caused by passive intermodulation interference
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered core and flagship.

• SOLiDcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 12 April 2023Microlab and SOLiD partnered to provide complete end-to-end DAS solutions for 5G in-building wireless coverage. SOLiD provides the active DAS electronics and infrastructure while Microlab supplies the passive RF components (hybrid combiners, splitters, attenuators) to complete signal distribution networks in venues, buildings, and campus environments.
• RF IndustriesflagshipOthers · 2 March 2022RF Industries, Inc. (NASDAQ: RFIL) completed its acquisition of Microlab/FXR LLC from Wireless Telecom Group for $24.25 million in March 2022. Microlab operates as a division of RF Industries, bringing complementary passive RF components to RF Industries' interconnect product portfolio including RF connectors, coaxial cables, data cables, wire harnesses, and fiber optic cables.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Bird Technologies: Bird Technologies (Bird RF) manufactures RF power measurement components, attenuators, terminations, and loads for the wireless industry. It is one of the most direct competitors to Microlab's core portfolio of coaxial passive components used in DAS and base station deployments.
• JMA Wireless: JMA Wireless designs and manufactures DAS, small cell, and passive RF components for in-building and venue wireless coverage. It competes head-to-head with Microlab for carrier and integrator RFQs in DAS deployments across the U.S.
• Radio Frequency Systems (RFS): RFS manufactures RF cables, antennas, combiners, and passive distribution components for cellular, broadcast, and DAS networks. Its passive portfolio overlaps directly with Microlab's hybrid combiners, splitters, and cable assemblies for in-building wireless.
• Rosenberger: Rosenberger is a German manufacturer of RF connectors, cable assemblies, and passive RF components for wireless infrastructure. Its portfolio and PIM-focused product line position it as a comparable peer to Microlab in DAS and small cell deployments.
• Times Microwave Systems: Times Microwave Systems designs and manufactures coaxial cables and cable assemblies for wireless infrastructure, including low-PIM and plenum-rated variants. It competes with Microlab's low-PIM plenum cable offering for DAS and public safety deployments.

Broad incumbents

• CommScope: CommScope is a global incumbent offering a broad portfolio of DAS, small cell, antenna, and wireless infrastructure products (including legacy Andrew). It competes with Microlab in passive DAS components and is often the prime contractor at the venue/integrator level.
• Ericsson (Kathrein): Ericsson acquired Kathrein, a long-standing manufacturer of base station antennas and passive RF distribution components for mobile networks. Through Kathrein, Ericsson competes in DAS passive components and adjacent antenna products alongside Microlab.
• Amphenol RF: Amphenol RF, part of Amphenol Corporation, is a large incumbent manufacturer of RF connectors, adapters, cable assemblies, and passive components. Its scale and breadth overlap with Microlab's interconnect and passive component offering, particularly for low-PIM applications.
• SOLiD: SOLiD provides active DAS and in-building wireless solutions for carriers and enterprise venues. While primarily an active-DAS vendor and Microlab's strategic partner, it competes at the system level for the same end-customer dollars and project pipelines.

Emerging players

• PCTEL (KP Performance Antennas): PCTEL, through KP Performance Antennas, designs antennas and RF components for wireless networks, including small cell and DAS applications. It is a smaller, emerging competitor with partial product overlap to Microlab's passive distribution portfolio.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance2 records

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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