The MMA-172135D from Microwave Technology is a GaAs MMIC Power Amplifier that operates from 17 to 21 GHz. It delivers a saturated output power of 3 W with a gain of 27 dB. This amplifier has an IM3 of -45 dBc (Po=20 dBm/tone) and a return loss of 12 dB (input/output). It requires a DC supply of 6 V and consumes less than 2800 mA of current. The amplifier is available as a die that measures 2.95 x 2.8 x 0.05 mm and is ideal for use in communication systems, microwave instrumentation, and point-to-point radio applications.
