Low Noise Amplifier, 9kHz~3GHz, Gain 20dB, NF 1.2dB
Qualwave has launched the following broadband low noise amplifiers, with operating frequencies covering 9kHz~3GHz. These devices are manufactured using advanced processes, enabling operation across an extremely wide spectral range.
Features:
- Ultra-wideband coverage: Supports the 9kHz~3GHz frequency band, compatible with various communication standards such as shortwave, cellular communication, ISM bands, and Wi-Fi 6E.
- High-gain performance: Provides up to 20dB of gain, significantly amplifying weak signals and simplifying the design of downstream circuits.
- Low noise figure: With a noise figure as low as 1.2dB, it ensures excellent signal-to-noise ratio and reception sensitivity even with weak signals.
Applications:
- Telecom infrastructure: Suitable for 5G Sub-6GHz base stations and repeaters, enhancing the uplink reception sensitivity.
- Aerospace and defense: Suitable for software-defined radio, electronic reconnaissance, and UAV data links, ensuring stable operation in high-interference environments.
- Testing, measurement, and general wireless: As a front-end amplification module for broadband instruments and key receiving components for satellite communication terminals and IoT gateways.
Qualwave Inc. provide ultra-wideband low noise amplifiers with frequencies up to 260GHz. This article introduces a low noise amplifier with a gain of 20dB, a noise figure of 1.2dB, and a bandwidth range of 9kHz~3GHz. View datasheet: QLA-9K-3000-20-12 (https://www.qualwave.com/products/files/low-noise-amplifiers/QLA-9K-3000-20-12.pdf)
1. Electrical Characteristics
Frequency: 9kHz~3GHz
Gain: 20dB typ.
Gain Flatness: ±1.5dB typ.
Output Power (P1dB): 19dBm typ.
Output Power (Past): 20dBm typ.
Noise Figure: 1.2dB typ.
Spurious: -60dBc max.
VSWR: 1.4 typ.
Reverse Isolation: -25dB typ.
Voltage: +5V DC (Outline A)
+6~15V DC (Outline B)
Current: 60mA typ.
Impedance: 50Ω
2. Absolute Maximum Ratings*1
RF Input Power: +18dBm
Voltage: +6V (Outline A)
+20V (Outline B)
[1] Permanent damage may occur if any of these limits are exceeded.
3. Mechanical Properties
RF Connectors: SMA Female (Removable)
4. Outline Drawings
Unit: mm [in]
Tolerance: ±0.5mm [±0.02in]
5. Environment
Operating Temperature: -45~+85℃
Non-operating Temperature: -55~+125℃
6. How To Order
QLA-9K-3000-20-12 - Outline A
QLA-9K-3000-20-12-1 - Outline B
Source: Qualwave Inc.