The SSPA2856-240 from Comtech PST is an S-band RF Amplifier that operates at 2856 MHz (±4MHz). This Class C amplifier provides 240 Watts of output power with a gain of 17 dB. It is designed to provide maximum output power and maximum AC to RF efficiency in a small package and is typically used as a driver amplifier for Klystron PAs within a linear accelerator.
The amplifier supports Ethernet, RS-232, and 422 interfaces and has an internal pulse trigger circuitry that exhibits a pulse to pulse width control from 2.5-12.5 uS in 250 nS steps. It requires an AC supply of 85-265 V and features a front panel control that displays power/freq, IP address, elapsed time and date, unit ID, and mode status. This amplifier is available in a lightweight module that measures 19 x 16.6 x 3.5 inches with BNC and N-type (F) connectors and is ideal for oncology treatment, electronic and medical pasteurization, and X-Ray cargo inspection applications.
