QSM-218-13-5-23-SFF Active

Low Noise Amplifier

PMI Model QSM-218-13-5-23-SFF is a 2 to 18 GHz low noise amplifier with 12 dB gain and 23 dBm OP1dB. This amplifier is supplied in our standard PEAFS3 housing measuring 0.7" x 0.52" x 0.26" with removable SMA female connectors that can be used as a connectorized or surface mount component.

Product Specifications

General Parameters:
Status: Active
Frequency Range (GHz): 2 to 18
Frequency Min (GHz): 2
Frequency Max (GHz): 18
Gain (dB): 13 Typ
12 Min
Gain Flatness: ±1 dB Max
Noise Figure (dB): 5 Max ≥ 6 GHz
9 Max < 6 GHz
OP1dB (dBm): 26 Typ
23 Min
Psat (dBm): 27 Typ
24 Min
VSWR In/Out: 2.0:1 Max
DC Voltage (VDC): +12 to +15 VDC
DC Current (mA): 300 Max (Idq)
350 Max (Psat)
Maximum Input Power: +25 dBm CW Max
OIP3: +30 dBm Min
Harmonics: -30 dBc Min @ -5 dBm Input Power
-15 dBc Min @ +7.5 dBm Input Power
-9 dBc Min @ +20 dBm Input Power
Connectors: SMA Female
Size: 0.7" x 0.52" 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)