Model # BXHF1084 High Frequency Microwave Amplifier Frequency Range: 2-20 GHz Features • Ultra Broad Bandwidth: 2-20 GHz • High Gain: 26 dB Typical • Laser Welded Housing for Ultimate Environmental Protection • Internal Voltage Regulator • RoHS Compliant Option (Model Number BXHF1084LF) Model BXHF1084 is a high frequency amplifier covering 2-20 GHz. This design utilizes a laser sealed housing for superior environmental protection. This standard design may also be ordered in a screened MIL-STD-883 version (Model #SXHF1084.) 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 Unit Typical Min/Max Frequency Range GHz 2-20 2-20 Gain dB 26 Noise Figure dB Output Power @ 1 dB Compression Maximum (No Damage) Ratings Storage Temperature -55°C to +85°C 25 Operating Temperature -40°C to +85°C 3.5 5.0 DC Voltage @ 25°C +18 volts dBm 17 - Input Drive @ 25°C (CW) +13 dBm Output 3rd Order Intercept dBm 27 - * Typical values are measured at 25°C, but not guaranteed. Output 2nd Order Intercept dBm 33 - Reverse Isolation dB 50 - Input VSWR --- 1.4:1 2.0:1 Output VSWR --- 1.4:1 2.0:1 Supply Voltage volts +12 to +15 +12 to +15 Supply Current mA 150 180 Mechanical & Electrical Parameter Specification Specification Temperatures (Min/Max) -20°C to +70°C Housing Size 1.500” L x 1.060” W x 0.300” H Housing Drawing HF2 Package RF Connectors SMA Female Replaceable Connectors Rev Date: 9/10/2014 © API Technologies Corp. Proprietary Information Page # 1 | www.apitech.com | micro.apitech.com | +1.888.553.7531 | [email protected] Model # BXHF1084 Typical Performance Graphs Noise Figure (dB) 30 29 28 27 26 25 24 23 22 21 20 Noise (dB) Gain (dB) Gain (dB) 5 7 9 11 13 5 4.5 4 3.5 3 2.5 2 1.5 1 0.5 0 15 2 4 Frequency (GHz) 1 dB Comp. (dBm) Rev. Isolation (dB) 6 8 6 8 80 75 70 65 60 55 50 45 40 35 30 2 8 4 Frequency (GHz) Frequency (GHz) 3rd Order Intercept (dBm) 2nd Order Intercept (dBm) 50 50 45 45 40 40 IP2 (dBm) IP3 (dBm) 6 Reverse Isolation (dB) 20 19 18 17 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 4 8 Frequency (GHz) 1 dB Compression (dBm) 2 6 35 35 30 30 25 25 20 20 2 4 6 8 2 Frequency (GHz) 4 Frequency (GHz) Rev Date: 9/10/2014 © API Technologies Corp. Proprietary Information Page # 2 | www.apitech.com | micro.apitech.com | +1.888.553.7531 | [email protected] Model # BXHF1084 Typical Performance Graphs Output VSWR 2 1.9 1.8 1.7 1.6 1.5 1.4 1.3 1.2 1.1 1 Output VSWR Input VSWR Input VSWR 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 2 1.9 1.8 1.7 1.6 1.5 1.4 1.3 1.2 1.1 1 20 2 4 6 Frequency (GHz) 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 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: 9/10/2014 © API Technologies Corp. Proprietary Information Page # 3 | www.apitech.com | micro.apitech.com | +1.888.553.7531 | [email protected]