Model # BXHF1198 High Frequency Microwave Amplifier Frequency Range: 8 to 12 GHz Features • High Frequency : 8-12 GHz • High Gain: 30 dB Typical • Laser Welded Housings for Ultimate Environmental Protection • Internal Voltage Regulator • RoHS Compliant Option: BXHF1198LF Model BXHF1198 is a high frequency amplifier covering 8 to 12 GHz. 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 #SXHF1198.) 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 8 to12 8 to 12 Gain dB 30 Noise Figure dB Output Power @ 1 dB Compression Maximum (No Damage) Ratings Storage Temperature -55°C to +85°C 28 Operating Temperature -40°C to +85°C 2.8 3.5 DC Voltage @ 25°C +15 volts dBm 15 --- Input Drive @ 25°C (CW) +13 dBm Output 3rd Order Intercept dBm 26 --- * Typical values are measured at 25°C, but not guaranteed. Output 2nd Order Intercept dBm 31 --- Reverse Isolation dB 40 --- Input VSWR --- 1.5:1 2.0:1 Output VSWR --- 1.5:1 2.0:1 Supply Voltage volts +12 +12 Supply Current mA 150 200 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 # BXHF1198 Typical Performance Graphs Gain (dB) Noise (dB) Gain (dB) Noise Figure (dB) Frequency (GHz) Frequency (GHz) Reverse Isolation (dB) Rev. Isolation (dB) 1 dB Comp. (dBm) 1 dB Compression (dBm) Frequency (GHz) Frequency (GHz) Output VSWR Input VSWR Output VSWR Input VSWR Frequency (GHz) Frequency (GHz) Rev Date: 12/12/2014 © API Technologies Corp. Proprietary Information Page # 2 | www.apitech.com | micro.apitech.com | +1.888.553.7531 | [email protected] Model # BXHF1198 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: 12/12/2014 © API Technologies Corp. Proprietary Information Page # 3 | www.apitech.com | micro.apitech.com | +1.888.553.7531 | [email protected]