Solid-state power amplifier offers broadband

Comtech PST's model BME27258-30 is a solid-state class AB linear amplifier, which operates over the full 20 MHz to 2500 MHz frequency range in a single module. The typical P1db is 30 W, with a saturated output power of 35 W to 80 W. It has been designed for use in rugged military environments and is capable of being produced at high rates of volume. The gain of this amplifier is 53 dB ±4.0 dB. The input VSWR is 2:1 (maximum). The harmonic rejection is –15 dBc, and its spurious signal is –60 dBc. The RF input and output connectors are type SMA female. The BME27258-30 is designed to operate up to 30,000 feet, in temperatures ranging from –40°C to +85°C. The amplifier is compact (6.4 in.  x 2.5 in. x 1.5 in.) and weighs only 2.5 pounds.

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