Model # BX6730 Low Noise Microwave Amplifier Frequency Range: 700 to 3000 MHz Features • High Output Power: +20 dBm • Laser Sealed Housing • Broad Bandwidth: 700 to 3000 MHz • Low +5 volt supply Model BX6730 is a low noise figure amplifier covering 700 to 3000 MHz. This design utilizes a laser sealed housing for superior environmental protection. This standard design may also be ordered in a screened MILSTD-883 version (Model SX6730). All specification ratings are based on measurements in a 50 Ω (ohm) system with a DC supply voltage tolerance of +/- 2%. Technical Specifications Maximum Ratings Parameter Typical Frequency Range Min/Max Maximum (No Damage) Ratings 700 to 3000 MHz 700 to 3000 MHz 16.5 dB Storage Temperature -55°C to +85°C 15 dB (Min) Operating Temperature -40°C to +85°C 1.6 dB 2.0 dB (Max) DC Voltage @ 25°C +20 dBm +19 dBm (Min) Output 3rd Order Intercept 27 dBm - Output 2nd Order Intercept 33 dBm - -20 dB - Input VSWR 1.5:1 2.0:1 (Max) Output VSWR 1.5:1 2.0:1 (Max) Supply Voltage 5 volts 5 volts Supply Current 100 mA 125 mA (Max) Gain Noise Figure Output Power @ 1 dB Compression Reverse Isolation 7 volts Input Drive @ 25°C (CW) +13 dBm * Typical values are measured at 25°C, but not guaranteed. Mechanical & Electrical Parameter Specification Housing Size 1.00” x .82” w x 0.500” Housing Drawing H1L RF Connectors SMA Female Replaceable Connectors Rev Date: 10/24/2014 © API Technologies Corp. Proprietary Information Page # 1 | www.apitech.com | micro.apitech.com | +1.888.553.7531 | [email protected] Model # BX6730 Typical Performance Graphs Gain (dB) 19 1.8 18 1.6 17 1.4 16 1.2 15 14 1 0.8 13 0.6 12 0.4 11 0.2 10 0 500 1000 1500 Noise Figure (dB) 2 Noise (dB) Gain (dB) 20 2000 2500 500 3000 1000 Frequency (MHz) 1 dB Compression (dBm) 2500 3000 Reverse Isolation (dB) 24 -20 Rev. Isolation (dB) 23 1 dB Comp. (dBm) 2000 Frequency (MHz) -10 25 22 21 20 19 18 17 -30 -40 -50 -60 -70 16 15 -80 500 1000 1500 2000 2500 500 3000 1000 Output VSWR 2 1.9 1.8 1.7 1.6 1.5 1.4 1.3 1.2 1.1 1 1000 1500 2000 2000 3000 2500 3000 2500 3000 2 1.9 1.8 1.7 1.6 1.5 1.4 1.3 1.2 1.1 1 500 1000 Frequency (MHz) 1500 2000 Frequency (MHz) Rev Date: 10/24/2014 © API Technologies Corp. Proprietary Information 2500 Output VSWR Input VSWR 500 1500 Frequency (MHz) Frequency (MHz) Input VSWR 1500 Page # 2 | www.apitech.com | micro.apitech.com | +1.888.553.7531 | [email protected] Model # BX6730 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 (for reference only) Rev Date: 10/24/2014 © API Technologies Corp. Proprietary Information Page # 3 | www.apitech.com | micro.apitech.com | +1.888.553.7531 | [email protected]