Model #BXHF1079 Standard Microwave Amplifier Frequency Range: 100 MHz to 25 GHz Features • Ultra Broad Bandwidth: 100 MHz to 25 GHz • High Power: +25 dBm Typical • Internal Voltage Regulator: +12 to +15 volts Model BXHF1079 is a high frequency amplifier covering 100 MHz to 25 GHz. This design utilizes a laser sealed housing for superior environmental protection. All specification ratings are based on measurements in a 50 Ω (ohm) system with a DC supply voltage tolerance of +/- 2%. Technical Specifications Parameter Maximum No Damage Ratings Unit Typical Min/Max MHz 100 MHz to 25 GHz 100 MHz to 25 GHz Gain dB 10 9 Noise Figure dB 5 8 Output Power @ 1 dB Compression* dBm 25 22 Output 3rd Order Intercept* dBm Output 2nd Order Intercept* dBm 40 - Reverse Isolation* dB 30 - Input VSWR --- 2.0:1 2.2:1 Output VSWR --- 2.0:1 2.2:1 Supply Voltage volts +12 V to +15 V +12 V to +15 V Supply Current mA 250 270 Frequency Range 34 - Storage Temperature -62°C to +125°C Operating Temperature -55°C to +85°C DC Voltage @ 25°C +18 volts Input Drive @ 25°C (CW) -5 dBm Typical values are measured at 25°C, but not guaranteed. * Performance tested and measured to 20 GHz. Mechanical & Electrical Parameter Specification Specification Temperatures (Min/Max) -20°C to +75°C Housing Size 1.50” L x 1.06” W x 0.30” H Housing Drawing SMA Connectorized Housing (HF2) Rev Date: 6/18/2014 © API Technologies Corp. Proprietary Information Page # 1 | www.apitech.com | micro.apitech.com | +1.888.553.7531 | [email protected] Model #BXHF1079 Typical Performance Graphs Gain (dB) Noise Figure (dB) 16 12 Noise (dB) Gain (dB) 14 10 8 6 4 0.1 1 10 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 25 2 4 6 Frequency (GHz) 1 dB Compression (dBm) Rev. Isolation (dB) 1 dB Comp. (dBm) 25 20 15 0.1 10 12 14 16 18 20 10 20 Reverse Isolation (dB) 30 10 8 Frequency (GHz) 1 10 20 -35 -36 -37 -38 -39 -40 -41 -42 -43 -44 -45 0.1 1 Frequency (GHz) Frequency (GHz) 3rd Order Intercept (dBm) 2nd Order Intercept (dBm) 45 49 47 45 IP2 (dBm) IP3 (dBm) 40 35 43 41 39 37 30 0.1 1 10 35 20 0.1 1 Frequency (GHz) 10 Frequency (GHz) Rev Date: 6/18/2014 © API Technologies Corp. Proprietary Information 20 Page # 2 | www.apitech.com | micro.apitech.com | +1.888.553.7531 | [email protected] Model #BXHF1079 Typical Performance Graphs Output VSWR Input VSWR 2 2.2 1.8 2 1.7 Output VSWR Input VSWR 1.9 1.6 1.5 1.4 1.3 1.2 1.6 1.4 1.2 1.1 1 1.8 0.1 1 10 1 25 0.1 1 Frequency (GHz) 10 25 Frequency (GHz) Instructions Grounding Instructions Care should be taken to effectively ground each unit. Revisions API reserves the right to make revisions to both product and/or the information contained within their datasheets without advanced notice. Min./Max. Values Specifications are guaranteed when tested in a 50 Ω (ohm) system. Typical performance graphs and values are measured at 25°C, but not guaranteed. Outline Drawing Rev Date: 6/18/2014 © API Technologies Corp. Proprietary Information Page # 3 | www.apitech.com | micro.apitech.com | +1.888.553.7531 | [email protected]