Description

New high power version for 2022!

The new wideband PA20000 provides a compact and affordable way to amplify signals from 5-20GHz for a variety of Ku-band applications. Simple USB-C control makes this device much faster to integrate, and more flexible than traditional multi-voltage lab-supply powered devices. All negative voltage generation, gate control biasing, current limiting, temperature monitoring, and voltage detection are done internally automatically. Only a single (included) 12VDC adapter is needed. Gain is adjustable from 0 to +28dB.

 

Ku-Band 1Watt Amplifier Specifications:

• Frequency range: 5 – 20GHz
• Max amplifier gain: +28dB typical
• Gain setting range: 0 to +28dB
• Variable-gain step size: 0.5dB
• P1dB: +29dBm
• Psat: +31dBm
• Max input power: +10dBm
• IP3: +39dBm
• Noise Figure: 7dB
• Return Loss: 10dB typical
• Power input: 12VDC jack
• Control connection: micro-USB (virtual COM)

 

20GHz Variable-Gain Amplifier Feature List:

• SMA RF input and output ports
• Compact aluminum enclosure
• Status LEDs and audible alerts
• Temperature, voltage, current monitoring
• Micro-USB control port
• Simple plug-and-play operation with free PC control software
• 50-Ohm port impedance

 

PA20000 Applications

• Automated testing environments
• Satellite signal amplification
• Production verification
• Educational / university lab use
• Aerospace / defense research
• Wireless infrastructure
• Antenna research
• Communication link design

Typical Gain Plot