QSM-020-15-4-23-SFF Active

Low Noise Amplifier

PMI Model QSM-020-15-4-23-SFF is a 0.5 to 18 GHz low noise amplifier featuring 16 dB typical gain, 18 dBm minimum OP1dB, and 24 dBm maximum input power. Housing measures 0.7" x 0.68" x 0.26" with removable SMA female connector that can be used as a connectorized or surface mount component.

Product Specifications

General Parameters:
Status: Active
Frequency Range (GHz): 0.5 to 18
Frequency Min (GHz): 0.5
Frequency Max (GHz): 18
Gain (dB): 16 dB Typ,
14 dB Min
Gain Flatness: ±2 dB Max
Noise Figure (dB): 6 dB Max @ ≥2 GHz,
10 dB Max <2 GHz
OP1dB (dBm): 22 dBm Typ, 18 dBm Min
Psat (dBm): 26 dBm Typ,
24 dBm Min
VSWR In/Out: 2.0:1 Max
DC Voltage (VDC): +12 to +15 VDC
DC Current (mA): No RF: 200 mA Max Idq,
@Psat 350 mA Max
Maximum Input Power: 24 dBm CW Max
OIP3: 25 dBm Min
Harmonics: -23 dBc Min @-5 dBm Input Power,
-10 dBc Min @7.5 dBm Input Power,
-9 dBc Min @20 dBm Input Power
Connectors: SMA Female - removable
Size: 0.7" x 0.68" x 0.26"
Finish: Gold Plated
Environmental Ratings:
Temperature (Operating): -55 ℃ to +85 ℃
Temperature (Storage): -55 ℃ to +100 ℃
Humidity: MIL-STD-202, Method 103 Cond. B
Shock: MIL-STD-202, Method 213 Cond. B
Altitude: MIL-STD-202, Method 105 Cond. B
Temperature Cycle: MIL-STD-202, Method 107 Cond. A

Smith Chart - Reflection Coefficients

Magnitude & Phase vs Frequency

Magnitude (dB)

Phase (degrees)