RFA-100018000-30

The RFA-100018000-30 is a wideband, medium-gain preamplifier covering 1 GHz to 18 GHz, designed to provide consistent and reliable amplification across the full microwave range without the need to swap between multiple preamplifiers at different frequency bands. With a typical gain of 33 dB (30 dB minimum), gain flatness of ±2.5 dB across the operating range, and a noise figure of 3.5 dB, it delivers the sensitivity and stability needed for demanding measurement applications from the lower microwave band through 18 GHz.

Typical applications include amplification of weak signals in EMI measurements, signal harmonic characterization, antenna measurements, and general-purpose low-level RF signal amplification. Key specifications include a maximum input power of -30 dBm, a maximum output power of +3 dBm at 1 dB compression, and 50 Ω SMA female connectors at both input and output. The unit is mains-powered via a universal 90–230 VAC supply, with an operating temperature range of 0–60°C. Physical dimensions are 260 × 230 × 96 mm (W × D × H).