A coplanar band pass filter having a centerline formed of at least first
and second serially arranged conducting segments which are separated by a
gap. The centered segments are flanked by a resonator for coupling return
current from the first and second segments. Conducting members that may
include conductive strips or conductive planes are respectively provided
on opposing sides of the resonator and centerline. Band pass elements may
be provided in the conductive strips or planes to reduce or eliminate
spurious pass band frequencies.