Ku/Ka Power Amps suit VSAT/broadband satellite networks.
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Designed for VSAT networks, Ku-band module features 40 dB (min) gain, 0.5 dB (max) gain flatness, typ output power of +37 dBm at P1dB, typ output 3rd order intercept of +47 dBm, and DC current of 2.6 A @ +15 Vdc. Ka-band module addresses broadband satellite communications with 27 dB (min) gain, 1.0 dB (max) gain flatness, typ output power of +36 dBm at P1dB, typ output 3rd order intercept of +43 dBm, and DC current @ +15 Vdc of 5.6 A. All units have max VSWR of 2.0:1.
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Ku- and Ka-band Power Amplifiers Enable High Linearity Transmitters for VSAT and Broadband Satellite Networks
San Jose, Ca-January 21, 2008-Endwave Corporation, a provider of high-frequency RF modules for telecommunications networks, defense electronics and homeland security systems, has announced the release of two new power amplifiers which deliver excellent power and linearity performance for Ku-Band VSAT networks and emerging broadband satellite communications at Ka-Band. The Ku-band module features 40 dB (min) gain, 0.5 dB (max) gain flatness, typical output power at P1dB of +37 dBm, output 3rd order intercept of +47 dBm (typ), and DC current of 2.6 A @ +15 VDC. The Ka-band module features 27 dB (min) gain, 1.0 dB (max) gain flatness, typical output power at P1dB of +36 dBm, output 3rd order intercept of +43 dBm (typ), and DC current @ +15 VDC of 5.6 A. The noise figures of these transmit power amplifiers are equally impressive, measuring 4.5 dB (max) at Ku-band and 6.0 dB (max) at Ka-band. All units have a maximum VSWR of 2.0:1, without the use of RF input or RF output isolators.
These parts are also available in a bench-top 19" rack-mount configuration for instrumentation applications. In this form-factor, the rack-mount units operate off 120-240 VAC and include all the necessary AC-to-DC conversion, power line filtering and conditioning internal to the unit.
Across frequency variants, these power amplifiers employ 85% common parts to ensure fast delivery and a robust, repeatable design approach. Other popular add-on options include customizable bias features, optional linear variable attenuators for power control, on-board output power monitors and built-in temperature compensation. Call the factory for frequency band coverage, including popular S, C, and X-bands to cover WiFi, WiMAX, and other communications bands.
These products are made possible through Endwave's acquisition of ALC Microwave. In addition to a world-class line of log amplifiers that ALC has become famous for, ALC has also significantly strengthened Endwave's overall amplifier product line with impressive additions to Endwave's power, limiting, low-noise, and general purpose amplifier offering. Visit www.endwave.com for further details.
About Endwave
Endwave Corporation designs, manufactures, and markets RF modules that enable the transmission, reception and processing of high-frequency signals in wireless telecommunications networks, defense electronics and homeland security systems. Endwave Defense and Security Products Division specializes in the unique requirements of defense, homeland security, and other government end-use applications. The company's RF modules consist of microwave components and subsystems, including integrated transceivers, amplifiers, log amplifiers, frequency multipliers, up and down converters, oscillators, synthesizers, microwave switch arrays, and other custom multi-function assemblies (MFAs). Endwave has 42 issued patents covering its core technologies including semiconductor and proprietary circuit designs. Corporate headquarters are located in San Jose, CA, with other operations in El Dorado Hills, CA; Diamond Springs, CA; Andover, MA; and Chiang Mai, Thailand.
Company Contact:
Russ Alm
Director, Technical Marketing
ALC Microwave, an Endwave Company
916-941-9477 x202
Endwave Defense & Security Products Division
130 Baytech Drive
San Jose, CA 95134
408-522-3100
www.endwave.com
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Strand Marketing, Inc.
10 Railroad Street
Newburyport, MA 01950
Ph: 978-463-0780
Fax: 978-463-0781
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