PE15A3025

RF Amplifiers Overview

The Pasternack PE15A3025 is a medium power broadband amplifier designed for frequencies ranging from 18 GHz to 40 GHz. It delivers a P1dB of 20 dBm and provides a gain of 30 dB with a noise figure of 6.5 dB. The device utilizes 2.92mm connectors and operates on a single DC supply voltage, typically around 8V, drawing approximately 700mA. This component serves as a high-performance solution for wideband signal amplification in microwave applications.

RF Amplifiers Feature Summary

• Wideband operational capability spanning 18 GHz to 40 GHz
• Medium power output rating with 20 dBm P1dB
• High gain performance of 30 dB
• Low noise figure specification of 6.5 dB

RF Amplifiers Applications

• Microwave test and measurement equipment
• Satellite communication systems
• Electronic warfare applications
• Broadband radar subsystems

RF Amplifiers Procurement Notes

Verify the specific datasheet revision and connector type (2.92mm) against your system requirements. Confirm DC supply voltage and current consumption match your power budget. Check for any recent product change notices or obsolescence status directly from Pasternack before finalizing procurement plans.

RF Amplifiers Selection Notes

Select this model when a wide frequency range up to 40 GHz is required alongside moderate output power. Ensure compatibility with 2.92mm interfaces. Compare noise figure and gain flatness specifications against alternative models if strict linearity or lower noise is critical for the specific application environment.

RF Amplifiers Part Context

This component belongs to Pasternack's PE15A series of medium power broadband amplifiers. These modules are engineered for consistent performance across wide frequency bands. The series offers various gain and power configurations tailored for different microwave and millimeter-wave system needs.

RF Amplifiers Replacement Considerations

No direct public substitute part numbers are confirmed for this specific model. Evaluate other Pasternack broadband amplifiers within the same frequency range, ensuring matching gain, P1dB, and connector interface specifications.