An improved RF/microwave stripline structure fabricated from a PWB
suspended inside of a sheet metal enclosure. The enclosure is formed by
top and bottom sheet metal covers each having a plurality of flanges that
are coupled to the PWB. The PWB contains identical conductive
transmission lines on its top and bottom layers. Plated through holes
electrically couple the transmission lines on both layers of the PWB.
RF/microwave input and output connectors extend through the bottom cover
and are coupled to the transmission lines. Critical dimensions between
the transmission lines are controlled by the PWB artwork and are not
effected by any misalignment of mechanical parts.