Passive RF splitters divide or combine RF signals without adding gain, making them useful for simple signal distribution when available signal strength can support the connected devices. Amplified antenna distribution systems use powered outputs to help offset signal loss from splitting and can support multiple receivers or connected antennas in larger wireless systems.

The number of output ports determines how many antennas, receivers, or other endpoints an RF splitter can serve from one input signal. Choose a splitter with enough outputs for the planned distribution, while considering that larger splits can reduce signal level and may call for an amplified distribution system or additional signal management.

Choose an RF splitter whose supported frequency range covers your equipment’s operating frequencies, such as up to 1 GHz, up to 2 GHz, 600 to 2,700 MHz, or UHF frequencies from 470 to 952 MHz. Match the connector type and impedance to your system, with BNC, F-type, and N-female connectors represented in this category.

Use a bidirectional RF splitter when signals need to travel in either direction, such as distributing a signal to multiple antennas while allowing return signals to combine toward a booster or node. Use a splitter-combiner configuration when you need one input to feed two outputs or two source signals to merge into one output, provided the splitter’s frequency range and connectors match the system.