Solid State Broadband High Power Amplifier
2015 – BBS0D3FOQ
0.15 – 230 MHz / 250 Watts
The BBS0D3FOQ (2015) is suitable for immunity testing, laboratory, and ultra
broadband high power applications. This rack mount amplifier utilizes Push-pull
MOSFET power devices that provide high gain, wide dynamic range, low distortions
and good linearity. Exceptional performance, long term reliability and high efficiency
are achieved by employing advanced broadband RF matching networks and
combining techniques, built in high quality power supply, EMI/RFI filters, machined
housings and all qualified components. Empower RF’s ISO9001 Quality Assurance
Program assures consistent performance and the highest reliability.
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Solid-state class AB design
Instantaneous ultra broadband
Small form factor and lightweight
Standard front panel manual gain adjust
Suitable for CW, AM, and FM (Consult factory for other modulation types)
50 ohm input/output impedance
High reliability and ruggedness
ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS @ 220VAC, 25°C, 50 Ω System
Characteristics
Rating
Frequency Response
BW
Power Output CW
PSAT
Output Power @ 1dB Gain Compression
P1dB
Power Gain @ 1dB Gain Compression
G1dB
Input Power for Rated PSAT
PIN
Small Signal Gain Flatness
∆G
Gain Adjustment Range
FGA
Input Return Loss
S11
Noise Figure @ maximum gain
NF
Harmonics @ POUT = 150W
H
Third Order Intercept Point
IP3
2-Tone @ 44dBm/Tone, 100kHz Spacing
Spurious Signals
Spur
Operating Voltage (1-phase)
VAC
Power Consumption @ POUT = 250W CW
PD
MECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Parameter
Dimensions W x H x D
Weight
RF Connectors Input/Output
Cooling
Load VSWR @ POUT = 150W
Thermal Overload
316 W. Florence Ave.
Inglewood, CA 90301
Typ
300
0
25
Max
230
3
±1.5
30
7
-20
-10
10
+61
-70
100
Min
0
-40
Typ
Max
+50
+85
95
30,000
Airborne
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dBc
Volt
Watt
Units
Inch
lb.
Unit
°C
°C
%
Feet
-
+10 dBm
∞ @ all load phase & amplitude for duration of 1 minute
3:1 @ all load phase & amplitude continuous
85°C shutdown
Ph. 1 (310) 412-8100
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Units
MHz
Watt
Watt
dB
dBm
dB
dB
dB
dB
dBc
dBm
-60
240
1300
Value
19 x 5.25 x 22
50
Type-N, Female
Built in forced-air system
ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIFICATIONS (Design to Meet)
Parameter
Symbol
Operating Ambient Temperature
TA
Non-operating Temperature
TSTG
Relative Humidity (non-condensing)
RH
Altitude (MIL-STD-810F Method 500.4)
ALT
Vibration/Shock
VI / SH
MIL-STD-810F - Method 514.5/516.5 – Proc I
LIMITS
Input RF level drive without damage
Min
0.15
250
150
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SKU#: 2015DLRAAXXXX
Max
Max
Stock No. 2015
D.S. Rev. 1.6 / 01-08-2016
Solid State Broadband High Power Amplifier
2015 – BBS0D3FOQ
0.15 – 230 MHz / 250 Watts
AVAILABLE OPTIONS
SKU #
Description
LCD Touchscreen
LCD controller, Front RF connectors
Touchscreen Digital Display, including FWD/REV Power
2015DLFAAXXXX
100-240VAC, 50/60Hz.
indication (dBm or Watt scale), Gain Adjustment, ALC Fast/Slow,
On/Off, Standby mode, Fault indication, Rear panel GPIB/HPIB
LCD controller, Rear RF connectors
2015DLRAAXXXX
IEEE-488.2 and Half Duplex RS232.
100-240VAC, 50/60Hz.
2015DFFAAXXXX FGA (Front Gain Adjust) Front RF Connectors, 100-240VAC, 50/60Hz
2015DFRAAXXXX FGA (Front Gain Adjust) Rear RF Connectors, 100-240VAC, 50/60Hz
Optional
Rack Slides (Call for price)
I/O INTERFACE CONNECTOR – D-Sub 9-Pin, Female
Pin #
Description
1
2
3
4
Forward Test Point
Reverse Test Point
5V Test Point
VVA Test Point
5
EXT Shutdown
6
7
8&9
12V Test Point
P/S Test Point
GND
Specifications
Analog Voltage 0-5VDC relative to Forward Power Level
Analog Voltage 0-5VDC relative to Reverse Power Level
+5.0VDC ±0.2V
+5.6VDC ±0.2V
Amplifier Disable: TTL Logic High (5V)
(Internally Pulled-Low)
+12.0VDC ± 0.5V
+26.0-30VDC
Ground
Options
FGA
LCD
√
√
√
√
√
√
√
√
√
√
√
√
√
SYSTEM OUTLINE SHOWN
SKU#: 2015DLRAAXXXX
316 W. Florence Ave.
Inglewood, CA 90301
Ph. 1 (310) 412-8100
Fax. 1 (310) 412-9232
www.EmpowerRF.com
Stock No. 2015
D.S. Rev. 1.6 / 01-08-2016
Solid State Broadband High Power Amplifier
2015 – BBS0D3FOQ
0.15 – 230 MHz / 250 Watts
TYPICAL PERFORMANCE PLOTS
Plot 1 – Small Signal Gain and P1dB
Top Curve: Small Signal Gain @ PIN = -20dBm
Middle Curve: Power Gain @ P1dB, PIN = -2.0dBm
Reference: 53dB, 1dB/div.
Bottom Curve: Input Return Loss
Reference: 0dB, 10dB/div.
Plot 2 – Small Signal Gain and PSAT
Top Curve: Small Signal Gain @ PIN = -20dBm
Middle Curve: Power Gain @ PSAT, PIN = 0.0dBm
Reference: 53dB, 1dB/div.
Bottom Curve: Input Return Loss
Reference: 0dB, 10dB/div.
Plot 3 – Gain Adjustment Range
Top Curve: Maximum Gain @ PIN = -20dBm
Bottom Curve: Minimum Gain @ PIN = -20dBm
Reference: 20dB, 10dB/div.
Middle Curve: Input Return Loss @ Minimum Gain
Reference: 0dB, 10dB/div.
Plot 4 – ALC Flatness @ 50dBm & 42dBm
Top Curve: ALC @ 50dBm, PIN = 0dBm
Middle Curve: ALC @ 42dBm, PIN = 0dBm
Reference: 44dB, 2dB/div.
Bottom Curve: Input Return Loss
Reference: 0dB, 10dB/div.
316 W. Florence Ave.
Inglewood, CA 90301
Ph. 1 (310) 412-8100
Fax. 1 (310) 412-9232
www.EmpowerRF.com
Stock No. 2015
D.S. Rev. 1.6 / 01-08-2016