A73/SMA73 5 TO 500 MHz CASCADABLE AMPLIFIER is a product of MACOM. It has high gain, low noise, high third-order IP and other features.
This document is a datasheet for the MACOM A73/SMA73 cascable amplifier, designed for operation in the 5 to 500 MHz frequency range. Key performance characteristics include a typical small signal gain of 32 dB and a low noise figure of 3.5 dB.
The datasheet provides detailed electrical specifications, absolute maximum ratings, and thermal data. It also includes graphical representations of Noise Figure, Power Output, and VSWR versus frequency, along with outline drawings for TO-8, Surface Mount, and SMA connectorized packages.
| Frequency Range | 5 to 500 MHz |
|---|---|
| Small Signal Gain | 32 dB (Typ.) |
| Noise Figure | 3.5 dB (Typ.) |
| Third Order Intercept Point | +15 dBm |
| Reverse Isolation | 37 dB |
| Power Output @ 1 dB comp. | 1.5 dBm (min.) |
| IP3 | +15 dBm |
| VSWR Input / Output | <1.4:1 (Typ.) |
| Max. DC Voltage | +17 Volts |
| Max. Case Temperature | 125°C |
The typical small signal gain is 32 dB.
The amplifier operates from 5 to 500 MHz.
The device is available in TO-8, Surface Mount, and SMA Connectorized packages.