Model # BXHF1088
High Frequency Microwave Amplifier
Frequency Range: 6-12 GHz
Features
• High Frequency and Broad Bandwidth: 6-12 GHz
• Low Noise Figure: 3.0 dB Typical
• Laser Welded Housing for Ultimate Environmental Protection
• Internal Voltage Regulator
• RoHS Compliant Option: Model BXHF1088LF
Model BXHF1088 is a high frequency amplifier covering 6 to12 GHz. This design utilizes a laser sealed housing
for superior environmental protection. This standard design may also be ordered in a screened MIL-STD-883
version (Model #SXHF1088.) All specification ratings are based on measurements in a 50 Ω (ohm) system with
a dc supply voltage tolerance of +/- 2%.
Technical Specifications
Maximum Ratings
Parameter
Unit
Typical
Min/Max
Frequency Range
GHz
6-12
6-12
Gain
dB
22.5
Noise Figure
dB
Output Power @ 1 dB
Compression
Maximum (No Damage) Ratings
Storage Temperature
-55°C to +85°C
21
Operating Temperature
-40°C to +85°C
3.0
4.0
DC Voltage @ 25°C
+18 volts
dBm
9
8
Input Drive @ 25°C (CW)
+13 dBm
Output 3rd Order Intercept
dBm
18
-
* Typical values are measured at 25°C,
but not guaranteed.
Output 2nd Order Intercept
dBm
27
-
Reverse Isolation
dB
35
-
Input VSWR
---
1.5:1
2.0:1
Output VSWR
---
1.5:1
2.0:1
Supply Voltage
volts
+12 to +15
+12 to +15
Supply Current
mA
100
120
Mechanical & Electrical
Parameter
Specification
Specification Temperatures (Min/Max)
-20°C to +70°C
Housing Size
1.500” L x 1.060” W x 0.300” H
Housing Drawing
HF2 Package
RF Connectors
SMA Female Replaceable Connectors
Rev Date: 12/5/2014
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Model # BXHF1088
Typical Performance Graphs
Noise Figure (dB)
30
29
28
27
26
25
24
23
22
21
20
Noise (dB)
Gain (dB)
Gain (dB)
6
7
8
9
10
11
5
4.5
4
3.5
3
2.5
2
1.5
1
0.5
0
12
6
8
Frequency (GHz)
10
12
10
12
Reverse Isolation (dB)
15
14
13
12
11
10
9
8
7
6
5
50
45
Rev. Isolation (dB)
1 dB Comp. (dBm)
12
Frequency (GHz)
1 dB Compression (dBm)
40
35
30
25
20
15
10
6
8
10
12
6
8
Frequency (GHz)
Frequency (GHz)
3rd Order Intercept (dBm)
2nd Order Intercept (dBm)
20
50
19
45
18
IP2 (dBm)
IP3 (dBm)
10
17
40
35
30
16
25
15
20
6
8
10
12
6
8
Frequency (GHz)
Frequency (GHz)
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Model # BXHF1088
Typical Performance Graphs
Output VSWR
Input VSWR
2.6
2.2
Output VSWR
Input VSWR
2.4
2
1.8
1.6
1.4
1.2
1
6
8
10
Frequency (GHz)
2
1.9
1.8
1.7
1.6
1.5
1.4
1.3
1.2
1.1
1
6
12
8
10
12
Frequency (GHz)
Instructions
Grounding Instructions
Care should be taken to effectively ground each unit.
Revisions
API reserves the right to make revisions to both product and/or the information contained within their
datasheets without advanced notice.
Min./Max. Values
Specifications are guaranteed when tested in a 50 Ω (ohm) system.
Typical performance graphs and values are measured at 25°C, but not guaranteed.
Outline Drawing
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