Manufacturing of a Thermoelectrically Cooled K Band Low Noise Amplifier
Here at Satellink, our range of expertise for providing insightfully designed and built low noise amplifier solutions has made us a leading provider to the satellite antenna systems industry. We manufactured the K Band low noise amplifier shown here for a remote ground antenna terminal application, and it required strict adherence to multiple military specifications.
Thermoelectrically cooled to dissipate heat and keep temperatures within design limits to maintain stable functioning, this device features a rack-mount aluminum enclosure with dimensions of 8.75″ in length, 7.00″ in width, and 6.00″ in height. Constructed to within a ± 0.010″ tolerance requirement, it also features a MIL-DTL-5541 conversion coating and was finished with a low VOC polyurethane topcoat specifically designed to protect military ground support equipment.
Operating in the 17.75 to 21.25 GHz frequency range, this LNA exhibits low noise temperature of 90°K max and high gain of 45 dB nominal. Features include environmental monitoring, alarm/status signals, and an Ethernet remote interface. Our high quality design and construction supports a reliability factor of 50,000 hours or better.
Military standards are known to be the toughest in the industry and our depth and breadth of experience has made us a top supplier to this market. Additional features of this device are outlined in the table below. If you would like more information or want to discuss the details of your next project, contact us today.
Specifications of this Thermoelectrically Cooled K Band Low Noise Amplifier
Capabilities Applied/Processes
Primary:
Engineering Design
Material Procurement
Assembly
Chemical Conversion Film
Painting
Overall Part Dimensions
Length: 8.75″
Width: 7.00″
Height: 6.00″
Tightest Tolerances
± 0.010″
Material Finish
Painted
Chemical Conversion Film
Features/Specifications
Low Noise Temp: 90°K Max
High Gain: 45 dB nominal
Monitors- Operating Temp
- RF Device Bias Current
- Pressure and Humidity
Monitor/Control Unit
- Rack Mountable Enclosure
- Alarm/Status Signals
- Ethernet Remote Interface
Frequency Range: 17.75 to 21.25 GHz minimum
Bandwidth: 3500 GHz minimum
Gain (in band): 45 dB nominal ± 1dB
Gain (out of band): equal or less than 45 dB
Gain Slope: 0.1 dB/MHz Maximum
Gain Ripple: ± 0.5 dB peak to peak or better
Gain Stability: ± 0.2 dB/12 hour or better
Gain Tilt: <1.0 dB
Gain Parabolic: ± 0.6 dB
Phase Ripple: < 18 deg peak to peak
Phase Parabolic: < ± 18 deg
Time for Cool Down: 30 to 45 minutes
Prime Power: 120 VAC ± 10% (48 – 62 Hz)
Reliability Factor 50,000 hours or better
Operating Altitude: up to 6,000’
Operating Humidity: up to 95%
Operating Temp: 57°F to 85°F
In process testing/inspection performed
Functionality Testing, Dimensional & Visual Inspection
Industry for Use
Antenna Systems Manufacturers
Volume
Small
Delivery/Turnaround Time
180 Days
Delivery Location
Factory
Standards Met
Customer Specifications, 2D CAD Drawing
MIL-C-5541 CL 3
MIL-PRF-85285
FED-STD-595
Product Name
Thermoelectrically Cooled K Band Low Noise Amplifier