RF2 Series

Ku-Band LNA
10.7 - 13.0 GHz

FEATURES
• Noise Temperatures as
low as 65K
• All Standard Ku-Band
Frequencies available
• 36-Month Warranty
Description
• Input and Output Isolators
The RF2 Series Ku-Band LNA offers premium performance • +15 to +20 VDC Operation
and reliability in the most versatile package available for a • Waterproof, Painted
Aluminum Housing
Ku-Band LNA. The latest technology in GaAs HEMT devices
• Reverse Voltage
produces the lowest possible noise temperatures in an Protection
uncooled LNA. In addition, the RF2 Series LNA is backed by
• Pressurizable Feed
a 36-month warranty and by more than 30 years experience
in the design of high performance communications
amplifiers. OPTIONS
• Universal AC Power
Supply
The performance of the RF2 Series LNA is matched by a full
• Fault Alarm (Current
range of features chosen with the communication system Sensing)
designer in mind. From the compact weatherproof housing
to the standard circular connector DC input, and optional RF
cable power, the RF2 Series LNA is ready for integration into CONFIGURATIONS
your system. • 1:1 Redundant LNA
System
• 1:2 Redundant LNA
System
Teledyne Paradise Datacom LLC Teledyne Paradise Datacom Ltd.
328 Innovation Blvd. 2&3 The Matchyns, London Road, Rivenhall End
State College, PA 16803 USA www.paradisedata.com Witham, Essex CM8 3HA, United Kingdom
Tel: (814) 238-3450 Tel: +44(0) 1376 515636
Fax: (814) 238-3829 Fax: +44(0) 1376 533764

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 RF2 Series
Ku-Band LNA
10.7 - 13.0 GHz
Electrical Specifications
PARAMETER NOTES LIMITS UNITS
Frequency Range All standard bands 10.700 to 13.000 GHz
Noise Temperature (See configuration matrix) 65 to 100 K @ +23 oC ambient
Gain 50 dB available 60 (min.) dB
(See configuration matrix)
Gain Flatness Full band ±0.50 (max.) dB
Gain Slope Per 40 MHz ±0.20 (max.) dB/40 MHz
Gain Stability vs. Time ±0.10 (max.) dB/hour
±0.20 (max.) dB/24 hours
±0.20 (max.) dB/month
Output Power @ 1dB Gain + 15 dBm optional +10 dBm
Compression (P1dB) (See configuration matrix)
Output Third Order Intercept Measured with two tone input; +20 dBm
Point each tone @ -65 dBm input
Input/Output VSWR 1.30:1 (max.)
Input Overdrive 0 dBm CW
Out-of-Band Signal Presence Specification-compliant -30 dBm CW input;
14.00 - 14.50 GHz
Group Delay Per 40 MHz
Linear 0.01 ns/MHz
Parabolic 0.001 ns/MHz2
Ripple 0.1 ns peak-to-peak
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AM/PM Conversion @ -10 dBm output power 0.03 (max.) /dB
Primary Power (See configuration matrix for options)
Voltage (250 mA for +15 dBm power option) +15 to +20 VDC
Current, typical 250 mA
Mechanical Specifications
Size width X length X height 2.75 X 9.64 X 2.12 in.
69.9 X 244.9 X 53.9 mm.
Weight 2 lbs.
Finish Paint White; epoxy enamel
Feed Pressure 2 PSI
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Connectors RF Input WR75 Waveguide Cover flange
RF Output (standard) SMA Female
RF Output (option) Type N2 Female
DC Voltage (AC/Fault option) 6-pin MS2 MS3112E10-6P
6-pin MS mate MS3116F10-6S
1 Use supplied full (for mating with a grooved flange) or half (for mating with a flat flange) gasket to ensure a weatherproof seal.
2 Cover connectors with electrical putty or tape to ensure a weatherproof seal.

Environmental Specifications
Operating Temperature Ambient -40 to +70 °C
Relative Humidity Condensing 100 %

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 RF2 Series
Ku-Band LNA
10.7 - 13.0 GHz
Technical Notes
Gain vs. Ambient Temperature -0.05 dB/°C for Units with 60 dB Gain
Coefficient -0.04 dB/°C for Units with 50 dB Gain
Noise Temperature vs. Ambient De-rate noise temperature by 0.40K/°C for ambient temperatures over
Temperature +23 °C

Outline Drawing, Standard DC Power

Outline Drawing, Optional AC Power

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 RF2 Series
Ku-Band LNA
10.7 - 13.0 GHz
PRIME POWER / ALARM INTERFACE
PIN STANDARD ALARM AC POWER* ALARM/AC POWER* DC POWER
A +15 to +20 VDC +15 to +20 VDC 85 to 265 VAC LINE 85 to 265 VAC LINE -18 to -64 VDC
B GROUND GROUND AC GROUND AC GROUND -18 to -64 VDC RTN
C GROUND GROUND 85 to 265 VAC RTN. 85 to 265 VAC RTN. GROUND
D NC OPEN ON FAULT NC OPEN ON FAULT NC
E NC COMMON NC COMMON NC
F NC CLOSED ON FAULT NC CLOSED ON FAULT NC
*AC Power option requires an add-on enclosure that houses the universal power supply.

Ku-Band LNA Configurator

R F 2

Noise Temperature (K) Special Notes

65 75 85 95 XX = None (SMA(F) RF Output)
70 80 90 100 (00) XN = Type N(F) RF Output
P3 = +15dBm P1dB / +25dBm OIP3 and
SMA(F) RF Output
Gain (dB) CP1 = Cable Power with Type N(F) RF
50 SP = Custom Output and Cir-Mil Removed
60
1
Not available with A1 or A3 Input Voltage options

Frequency Band (GHz)

A = 10.95 - 12.75 K = 10.70 - 11.70 Fault Alarm
B = 10.95 - 11.75 L = 10.95 - 11.95 XX = None
C = 11.70 - 12.20 M = 10.70 - 12.20 F1 = Contact Closure (Dry form “C”)
D = 12.25 - 12.75 N = 10.90 - 11.70
E = 11.25 - 11.75 P = 12.20 - 12.75
F = 10.70 - 12.75 R = 10.90 - 12.75 Input Voltage
G = 10.95 - 11.70 S = 11.70 - 12.75 XX = +15 to +20 VDC
H = 10.95 - 12.20 T = 10.90 - 12.80 A1 = 100-240 VAC, 47-440 Hz
J = 12.50 - 12.75 U = 11.80 - 13.00 A3 = -18 to -64 VDC

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Specifications are subject to change without notice.

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