Description

The new PA2500L provides a convenient and flexible way to amplify signals from 25MHz-to 2.5GHz for a variety of RF applications. The USB Type-C port allows for easy integration into automated test environments using SCPI serial commands. Power and gain control along with temperature and voltage monitoring make this device much faster to setup and implement than competing devices. All linear regulation, gate biasing, and power-up sequencing are done internally by the onboard controller. This amplifier is powered from USB and does not need a separate adapter or input.

 

REV 3 Amplifier Features:

• Frequency Range: 25MHz – 2.5GHz
• Amplifier Gain (Max): ~30dB
• Amplifier Gain (Min): ~0dB
• Saturated output power: +30dBm (1-Watt)
• Gain step size: 0.5dB
• Typical  P1dB: +28dBm
• Noise figure: 5dB typical
• Max input power (before damage): +10dBm
• Connectors: 18GHz Microwave Gold SMA
• Return Loss: > 12dB
• USB virtual com port remote control
• Power Input: Standard USB Type-C

 

PA2500L Typical Applications

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

Mechanical Information

PC Control Software (USB):

Power Amplifier Performance Plots

Max gain setting (small signal):

Minimum gain setting:

Variable-Gain Amplifier Documents

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