The RA53/SMRA53 is a cascadeable amplifier with a bandwidth of 1000-5000MHz, high gain, low noise and medium output power.
This document is a technical datasheet for the M/A-COM RAS53 microwave amplifier. It describes a discrete hybrid design using thin film manufacturing processes that offers ultrawide bandwidth from 0.8 to 5.0 GHz with high gain and low noise characteristics.
The datasheet provides detailed electrical specifications, including small signal gain, peak power, noise figure, and thermal data for various package types (TO-8B, Surface Mount, and SMA Connectorized). It also includes typical performance curves for gain, DC voltage, weight, gain compression, VSWR, and intercept point.
| Frequency Range | 1000 to 5000 MHz (TYP) |
|---|---|
| Small Signal Gain | 21.0 dB (min) |
| Noise Figure | 4.5 dB (TYP) |
| Output Power | +11.5 dBM (TYP) |
| Storage Temperature | -64°C to +125°C |
The amplifier is available in TO-8B, Surface Mount, and SMA Connectorized packages.
The absolute maximum DC voltage rating is +6V.