NuWaves NuPower 11B02A-TAC2, User Manual

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NuPower TM 11B02A-TAC2 User Manual
Rev 1.0
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2 NUPOWER TM MINI MULTI-OCTAVE PA OVERVIEW
The NuPower
TM
11B02A-TAC2 Mini Multi-Octave Power Amplifier (MOPA) is a highly efficient, miniature
solid state power amplifier that provides 10 watts (typical) of RF power across multiple octaves, from high
VHF through S-band.
Based on the latest gallium nitride (GaN) technology, the NuPower 11B02A-TAC2
’s power efficie ncy and
23.63 cubic inch form factor make it ideal for size, weight, and power-constrained broadband RF telemetry
and tactical communication systems.
The NuPower 11B02A-TAC2
’s rugged IP67-rated chassis with integrated heat sink allows the system
integrator or operator to easily incorporate the unit into a platform operating in harsh environments with
limited space, such as a tactical vehicle or manpack.
Figure 1: NuPower 11B02A-TAC2 Functional Diagram
2.1
NUPOWER 11B02A-TAC2 SPECIFICATIONS
The subsequent tables in this section outline the NuPower 11B02A-TAC2 ’s performance specifications .
Table 1: NuPower 11B02A-TAC2 Electrical Specifications
Parameter Specification
Frequency Range 200 MHz to 2.6 GHz
RF Output Power 7 Watts (min)*
RF Gain 40 dB (typ)
2 nd Harmonic ≤ -10 dBc
Supply Voltage +11 to +32 VDC
Current Consumption 1.4 A @ +28 VDC (typ)
Nominal Input Drive Level 0 dBm