Model # BXHF1104 High Frequency Microwave Amplifier Frequency Range: 2-18 GHz Features • High Frequency and Broad Bandwidth: 2-18 GHz • High Output Power: +20 dBm Typical • Laser Welded Housings for Ultimate Environmental Protection • Internal Voltage Regulators Model BXHF1104 is a high frequency amplifier covering 2-18 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 #SXHF1104.) All specification ratings are based on measurements in a 50 Ω (ohm) system with a DC supply voltage tolerance of +/- 2%. Technical Specifications Absolute Maximum Ratings Parameter Unit Typical Min/Max Frequency Range GHz 2 to 18 2 to 18 Gain dB 9 7 Noise Figure dB 4.5 6.5 DC Voltage @ 25°C 18 volts Output Power @ 1 dB Compression dBm 20 --- Input Drive @ 25°C (CW) +13 dBm Output 3rd Order Intercept dBm 35 --- * Typical values are measured at 25°C, but not guaranteed. Output 2nd Order Intercept dBm 40 --- Reverse Isolation dB 40 --- Input VSWR --- 1.5:1 2.0:1 Output VSWR --- 1.5:1 2.0:1 Supply Voltage volts +15 +15 Supply Current mA 370 400 Maximum (No Damage) Ratings Storage Temperature -55°C to +85°C Operating Temperature -40°C to +85°C 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: 12/12/2014 © API Technologies Corp. Proprietary Information Page # 1 | www.apitech.com | micro.apitech.com | +1.888.553.7531 | [email protected] Model # BXHF1104 Typical Performance Graphs Noise Figure (dB) 6 5 Noise (dB) Gain (dB) Gain (dB) 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 1 20 2 Frequency (GHz) 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 18 20 Frequency (GHz) Reverse Isolation (dB) 1 dB Compression (dBm) 30 -10 29 -20 -30 27 Rev. Isolation (dB) 1 dB Comp. (dBm) 28 26 25 24 23 22 -40 -50 -60 -70 21 -80 20 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 2 20 4 6 8 10 Frequency (GHz) Input VSWR 1.9 1.9 1.8 1.8 1.7 1.7 1.6 1.6 1.5 1.4 1.3 1.2 1.1 14 16 Output VSWR 2 Output VSWR Input VSWR 2 12 Frequency (GHz) 1.5 1.4 1.3 1.2 1.1 1 1 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 2 4 6 8 Frequency (GHz) 10 Rev Date: 12/12/2014 © API Technologies Corp. Proprietary Information 12 14 16 18 Frequency (GHz) Page # 2 | www.apitech.com | micro.apitech.com | +1.888.553.7531 | [email protected] 20 Model # BXHF1104 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: 12/12/2014 © API Technologies Corp. Proprietary Information Page # 3 | www.apitech.com | micro.apitech.com | +1.888.553.7531 | [email protected]