APA-0106-38-38-1SF: 1-6 GHz 4W Power Amplifier
Wideband Power Amplifer: APA-0106-38-38-1SF
APA-0106-38-38-1SF is a wideband power amplifier that operates from 1-6GHz. A 4W power amplifier, it has a typical output 1dB compression point (P1dB) of 38dBm. The small signal gain of the amplifier is typically 38dB. Compact in size, the amplifier measures 90.4mm(L) X 74.5mm(W) X 12mm(Ht) excluding heat sink.
Features
- Wideband, 1-6GHz
- High Power, 4 Watt
- High Ip3, 45dBm typ
- High Dynamic Range
- High Gain, 38dB typical
- With Mute Control pin for pulse applications
Applications
- Satellite Communications
- Radar
- Point-to-point terrestrial radio transmitter
- Military
| Parameter | Units | Min | Typ | Max |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Operating Freqeuncy | GHz | 1 | 6 | |
| Small Signal Gain | dB | 35 | 38 | |
| Gain Flatness | dB | +/- 2.0 | ||
| Output P1dB | dBm | 35 | 37 | |
| Saturated Output Power, Psat | dBm | 36 | 38 | |
| Output IP3 | dBm | 45 | ||
| Operating Voltage | V | 28 | ||
| Current Consumption | A | 1.8 |
Caution: Make sure that the power supply is about to supply 4A of current due to initial surge in current upon power up
Mechanical Dimensions (with Heat Sink)
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