NuPower Xtender™ 12B04A-D30 User Manual
Rev 1.0
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NUPOWER XTENDER™ PRODUCT LINE OVERVIEW
The NuPower Xtender family of solid-state bidirectional RF amplifier modules, or “T/R modules,” is
designed to meet the demanding needs of the Aerospace & Defense, Industrial, and Commercial
markets. Based on the latest Gallium Nitride (GaN) technology, NuPower Xtender’s power efficiency and
miniature form factor make it ideal for size, weight, and power-constrained broadband RF telemetry and
tactical communications systems.
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NUPOWER XTENDER™ PRODUCT LINE HIGHLIGHTS
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High Performance: Unique combination of broadband coverage, miniature form factors, and
high efficiency.
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Enclosures: The NuPower Xtender family of bidirectional amplifiers is housed in an aluminum
enclosure with mounting holes incorporated into the chassis.
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Completely Characterized: The NuPower Xtender family of solid-state bidirectional amplifiers
has been completely characterized over temperature, voltage, and frequency. These high-
performance modules offer significant value for the OEM user or the Systems Integrator.
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User Friendly: Reverse-voltage and over-voltage protection and regulator thermal shutdown
provide defenses against user interface issues.
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High Reliability: NuWaves’ selection of conservatively rated components provides high
reliability. Each NuPower is inspected to IPC-A-610 Class II quality standards. NuWaves’ Quality
Management System is AS9100:2016 Rev D and ISO 9001:2015 certified.
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Applications: Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS)
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Unmanned Ground Vehicles (UGV)
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Unmanned Surface Vehicles (USV)
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Broadband RF Telemetry
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RF Communication Systems
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Software Defined Radios
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Test Labs
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Available Options:
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Fan-cooled heat sink with North American AC/DC wall plug adapter
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Labeled interface cable with banana jack plugs
