Power Amplifier Modules, Drivers & Subsystems
Utilizing both in-house chip and wire (hybrid), thin film, and SMT technology, Spectrum Control's power amplifiers draw from a wide range of leading edge semiconductors. Amplifiers designs cover operating frequencies up to 26 GHz with output levels from 500mW to 1 kW.
Experts at vertical integration, Spectrum Control is a leading manufacturer of integrated power amplifier assemblies incorporating multi-band amplifiers, switched harmonic filter banks and high efficiency DC converters with integrated adaptive biasing controls to ensure high reliability.
| Part Number |
Freq. (MHz) |
Gain (dB) |
Output Power (dBm) |
Rev. Iso. (dB) |
Input VSWR |
Output VSWR |
Supply (Volts) |
Current (mA @ P1dB) |
Highlights |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| QBS-544 | 1-50 | 29 | 45.5 | 1 | 1.2:1 | 1.4:1 | 1800 mA | 28 | 25 Watt, Class AB, LDMOS |
| QBS-343 | 800 - 960 | 41 | 48 | 50 | 1.5 | 1.5 | 28 | 6000 | |
| QBS-517 | 900 - 1000 | 48 | 46 | 55 | 2.0 | 2.0 | 28 | 4500 | |
| QBS-561 | 2500 - 6000 | 34 | 44 | 2 | 2 | 28 | 3000 | ||
| All values listed are typical at 25°C Note: Ambient (Case Temperature) is defined with the amplifier mounted on an infinite heat sink. |
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| Part Number |
Freq. (MHz) |
Gain (dB) |
Output Power (dBm) |
Rev. Iso. (dB) |
Input VSWR |
Output VSWR |
Supply (Volts) |
Current (mA @ P1dB) |
Highlights |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| QB-925 | 2500 - 6000 | 18 | 40 | 35 | 2.0 | 1.6 | 28 | 2200 | Galium Nitride (GaN) Technology |
| QB-904 | 2000 - 6000 | 36 | 35 | 48 | 2.0 | 2.0 | 24 | 900 | Galium Nitride (GaN) Technology |
| All values listed are typical at 25°C Note: Ambient (Case Temperature) is defined with the amplifier mounted on an infinite heat sink. |
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High Power Amplifier Integration
At Spectrum Control, our high performance power amplifier solutions are designed with strict attention to efficiency and reliability. Several standard options are available as well as custom solutions designed for customer specifications. Our engineers are experts in multiple discipline integration, including power amplifier designs with integrated switches, filters and splitters.
Spectrum Control's power amplifiers feature a unique void-free, low thermal resistance die attach process ensuring exceptional reliability and stability for critical military and commercial applications.
Capabilities
Broad Range of Technologies and Designs
- Spectrum Control's power amplifiers are manufactured utilizing in-house thin and thick film technology as well as conventional PC board designs.
- In-house chip and wire (hybrid) and SMT manufacturing.
Linear & Non-linear Simulations
- We utilize advanced RF & Microwave linear and non-linear simulation for rapid prototyping and a reduced design cycle.
- Our Push-Pull Design Techniques, coupled with transistors that have been selected for high linearity characteristics, enable API Engineers to achieve this incredible performance including IP2 values of +120 dBm.
Built-in Monitoring
- Dual band power conditioning and control with field downloadable firmware to support active reconfiguration with built-in monitoring.
- Spectrum Control achieves guaranteed ultra-low phase noise performance in its amplifiers using a combination of design techniques, material selection, and in-house testing.
Thermal Simulation
- Spectrum Control utilizes state-of-the-art thermal simulation and scanning tools when designing high power amplifiers.
Power Amplifier Integration
- Rack-Mount Power Amplifier Assemblies
- Integrated Power Amplifier / Splitters
- Integrated Power Amplifier / Filters
- Integrated Power Amplifier / Switches
- PA Modules with Integrated PSU
Power Amplifier Applications
- Broadband Jamming
- Electronic Warfare
- Pulsed Radar
- Military Communications
- Transmitters
- Digital Control
- Satellite Links
- Test Equipment