This document describes the technical specifications of a 5 to 500 MHz cascaded amplifier, including frequency range, gain, gain flatness, isolation, noise figure, output power, IP3, IP2, second-order harmonic, VSWR, and current.
The MACOM A88/SMA88 is a cascadable amplifier specified for 5 to 500 MHz operation. The datasheet lists high gain of 18.7 dB typical, high output power of +20.5 dBm typical, and high third-order intercept of +30 dBm typical.
The document includes specifications across temperature ranges, absolute maximum ratings, thermal data, outline drawings, and typical performance curves for gain, noise figure, power output, intercept point, and VSWR.
| Frequency range | 5 to 500 MHz |
|---|---|
| Small signal gain (typical) | 18.7 dB |
| Output power at 1 dB compression (typical) | +20.5 dBm |
| Third-order intercept (typical) | +30 dBm |
| Noise figure (max.) | 6.5 dB, 7.5 dB, or 8.0 dB depending on temperature range |
| DC current at 15 volts (max.) | 79 mA, 83 mA, or 87 mA depending on temperature range |
| Maximum DC voltage | +17 V |
| Maximum continuous RF input power | +13 dBm |
| Storage temperature | -62°C to +125°C |
The amplifier is specified as a 5 to 500 MHz cascadable amplifier; the table also lists 2-500 MHz typical performance.
The typical small signal gain is 18.7 dB.
The maximum continuous RF input power is +13 dBm.
The maximum DC voltage rating is +17 volts.