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Broadband, Low Noise Amplifier: PEC-38-30M18G-12-SFF

February 12, 2013

PEC-38-30M18G-12-SFFPMI amplifier Model PEC-38-30M18G-12-SFF is a broadband, low noise amplifier that operates over the 30 MHz to 18 GHz frequency range.  This model provides 38 dB of gain and has a gain flatness of ±2.0 dB maximum.

The noise figure is 5 dB maximum and the OP 1dB is +12 dBm minimum.  This amplifier maintains a maximum VSWR of 2.2:1 into 50 ohm impedance.  The operating voltage is +12 VDC and the current is 300 mA maximum.

The package measures 1.92" x 0.78" x 0.26".  

Specifications:

Frequency Range

30MHz to 18GHz

Gain

38dB typ.

Gain Flatness

±2.0dB max.

Noise Figure

5.0dB max. (Note 1)

OP1dB

+12dBm min.

VSWR In / Out

2.2:1 max.

DC Voltage Supply

+12VDC

DC Current Draw

300mA max.

Housing

1.92" x 0.78" x 0.26"

Note 1: Valid above 500 MHz

 

Environmental Ratings:

Temperature:

 -54ºC to +95 ºC Operating

 -65ºC to +120 ºC Non-Operating

 Humidity:

 MIL-STD-202F, Method 103B Cond. B

 Shock:

 MIL-STD-202F, Method 213B Cond. B

 Vibration:

 MIL-STD-202F, Method 204D Cond. B

 Altitude:

 MIL-STD-202F, Method 105C Cond. B

 Temperature Cycle:

 MIL-STD-202F, Method 107D Cond. A

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