Model # BXL9812 Broadband Limiting Amplifier Frequency Range: 8-12 GHz Features • Reverse Bias Protection • Input Voltage Regulator • Laser Sealed Housing • Allows for Input Levels from -20 dBm to -10 dBm • Flat Saturated Output Power (+10 dBm) The Model BXL9812 is standard high frequency limiting amplifier covering 8 GHz to 12 GHz. This two stage design, utilizes an input voltage regulator to protect against fluctuations in supply voltage, reverse bias protection circuitry, and 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 SXL9812. All specification ratings are based on measurements in a 50 ohm system with a DC supply voltage tolerance of +/- 2%. Technical Specifications Maximum (No Damage) Ratings Parameter Unit Typical Min/Max Frequency Range GHz 8 – 12 8 – 12 Input Power dBm Flatness (+/-) dB 1.0 1.5 Max dBm 10 8 Min / 11 Max Input VSWR - 1.8:1 2.0:1 Max Output VSWR - 1.8:1 2.0:1 Max Noise Figure dB 5.0 6.0 Max Supply Voltage volts +12 to +15 +12 to +15 Supply Current mA 165 175 Max Psat Maximum (No Damage) Ratings -20 Min / -10 Max Storage Temperature -65°C to +125°C Operating Temperature -40°C to +85°C DC Voltage @ 25°C (Regulated) +17 VDC Input Drive @ 25°C (CW) +20 dBm Mechanical & Electrical Parameter Specification Housing Size 1.15" L x 1.75" W x 0.70" H RF Connectors Gold Plated Pins or SMA Female * Typical values are measured at 25°C, but not guaranteed. Rev Date: 2/25/2014 © API Technologies Corp. Proprietary Information Page # 1 | www.apitech.com | micro.apitech.com | +1.888.553.7531 | [email protected]