Microwave Amplifier 1500 MHz to 3000 MHz Model BX9873 FEATURES • Low Noise Figure: 3.3 dB • Laser Sealed Housing • High IP3: +37 dBm • Field Replacable Connectors The Model BX9873 is standard high frequency amplifier covering 1500 MHz to 3000 MHz. This two stage design, utilizes a laser sealed housing for the ultimate in environmental protection. This standard design may also be ordered in a screened MIL-STD-883 version as a model SX9873. All specification ratings are based on measurements in a 50 ohm system with a DC supply voltage tolerance of +/- 2%. Parameter Typical Min. / Max. Frequency Range Gain Gain Flatness Gain vs. Temperature** 1500 MHz to 3000 MHz 19.5 dB +/- 0.25 dB +/- 1.0 dB 1500 MHz to 3000 MHz 19 dB Min / 20 dB Max. +/- 2.0 dB Max. Input VSWR Output VSWR 1.4:1 1.4:1 1.5:1 Max. 1.5:1 Max. Output 3rd Order Intercept Point +37 dBm +36 dBm Min. Noise Figure Supply Voltage Supply Current 3.3 dB +12 volts 280 mA 3.5 dB Max. +12 volts 300 mA Max. Revision: 7/18/2013 Housing Size RF Connectors Min. / Max. Values Typical values are measured at 25°C but not guaranteed. 1.360” L x 0.660” W x 0.330” H (Housing #088-00387) SMA Female Replaceable Connectors 25°C , (**-20°C to +85°C) Maximum (No Damage) Ratings Storage Temperature Operating Temperature (Case) DC Voltage @ 25°C Input Drive @ 25°C (CW) -55°C to +85°C -28°C to +85°C +15 VDC +13 dBm Spectrum Microwave, Inc. • PH: 888.553.7531 • Fax: 888.553.7532 • Email: [email protected] • www.SpectrumMicrowave.com Microwave Amplifier 1500 MHz to 3000 MHz Model BX9873 Outline Drawing Spectrum Microwave, Inc. • PH: 888.553.7531 • Fax: 888.553.7532 • Email: [email protected] • www.SpectrumMicrowave.com