Model # BXMP1173 Ultra High Linearity RF Amplifier Frequency Range: 2 MHz to 30 MHz Features • Ultra High Linearity: +80 dBm • High Output Power • High Efficiency Design • Broad Bandwidth 2 MHz to 30 MHz Model BXMP1173 is a high linearity amplifier covering 2 MHz to 30 MHz. This design also offers exceptional efficiency consuming only 250 mA while delivering nearly 1 watt of output power. 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 MHz 2 MHz to 30 MHz 2 MHz to 30 MHz Gain dB 22 21 Min. Gain Flatness dB +/- 1.0 - Noise Figure* dB 4.0 5.0 Max. Output Power @ 1 dB Compression dBm 29 27 Min. Output 3rd Order Intercept ** dBm 52 Maximum (No Damage) Ratings Storage Temperature -65°C to +125°C Operating Temperature -40°C to +85°C DC Voltage @ 25°C +25 volts Input Drive @ 25°C (CW) +20 dBm • Typical values are measured at 25°C, but not guaranteed. • * Noise Figure measurements taken and guaranteed only from 10 MHz to 30 MHz. • ** IP3 and IP2 measurements acquired and guaranteed only at 15 MHz. 48 Min. Output 2nd Order Intercept ** dBm 80 65 Min. Reverse Isolation dB 30 - Input VSWR --- 1.5:1 1.75:1 Max. Output VSWR --- 1.5:1 1.75:1 Max. Supply Voltage volts +24 +24 Supply Current mA 250 300 Max. Mechanical & Electrical Parameter Specification Specification Temperatures (Min/Max) -20°C to +85°C Housing Size 2.17” L x 1.85” W x .500” H Housing Drawing SMA Connectorized Housing Rev Date: 8/13/2014 © API Technologies Corp. Proprietary Information Page # 1 | www.apitech.com | micro.apitech.com | +1.888.553.7531 | [email protected] Model # BXMP1173 Typical Performance Graphs Noise Figure (dB) 25 8 23 7 Noise (dB) Gain (dB) Gain (dB) 21 6 5 19 4 17 15 3 0 2 5 10 15 Frequency (MHz) 20 25 2 30 10 25 30 Reverse Isolation (dB) 35 34 33 32 31 30 29 28 27 26 25 40 Rev. Isolation (dB) 1 dB Comp. (dBm) 20 Frequency (MHz) 1 dB Compression (dBm) 35 30 25 20 15 10 0 2 5 10 15 Frequency (MHz) 20 25 30 0 2 1.8 1.8 Output VSWR 2 1.6 1.4 5 10 15 Frequency (MHz) 20 25 30 1.6 1.4 1.2 1.2 1 2 Output VSWR Input VSWR Input VSWR 15 1 0 2 5 10 15 20 25 0 2 30 5 Frequency (MHz) 10 15 20 30 Frequency (MHz) Rev Date: 8/13/2014 © API Technologies Corp. Proprietary Information 25 Page # 2 | www.apitech.com | micro.apitech.com | +1.888.553.7531 | [email protected] Model # BXMP1173 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: 8/13/2014 © API Technologies Corp. Proprietary Information Page # 3 | www.apitech.com | micro.apitech.com | +1.888.553.7531 | [email protected]