Super Ultra
Wideband Amplifier
ZVA-183+
50Ω
700 MHz to 18 GHz
Features
• super ultra-wideband, 700 MHz to 18 GHz
• high output IP3, +33 dBm typ.
• rugged, compact case (including mounting bracket)
• unconditionally stable
• good matching at input and output
• withstands open/short load at 1dB compression point output power
• very good isolation, 75 dB typ.
▲ ZVA-183X-S+
AV1280
SMA
Model No.
Case Style
Connectors
ZVA-183-S+
Applications
• radar
+RoHS Compliant
The +Suffix identifies RoHS Compliance. See our web site
for RoHS Compliance methodologies and qualifications
• very wideband test instrumentation
• lab use
• wideband isolation, directivity 50 dB typ.
Electrical Specifications at 25°C
ZVA-183+
▲ ZVA-183X+
Parameter
Condition (MHz)
Min.
700
24
—
Typ.
—
Max.
18000
—
Units
MHz
dB
Frequency Range
Gain
700 - 18000
700 - 18000
700 - 18000
700 - 18000
700 - 18000
700 - 18000
700 - 18000
26
Gain Flatness
1.0
24
—
dB
Output Power at 1dB compression
Noise Figure
21
—
—
dBm
dB
3.0
+33
1.35
1.25
12*
—
5.5
—
Output third order intercept point
Input VSWR
—
dBm
:1
—
—
Output VSWR
—
—
:1
DC Supply Voltage
—
—
V
Supply Current
—
400
mA
▲Heat sink not included. Alternative heat sinking and heat removal must be provided
by the user to limit maximum base-plate temperature to 85°C, in order to ensure proper
performance. For reference, this requires thermal resistance of user’s external heat sink
to be 4°C/W max.
* Recommended Operating Voltage.
Maximum Ratings
Parameter
Ratings
ZVA-183+
-55°C to 65°C ambient
Operating Temperature
ZVA-183X+
-55°C to 85°C base plate temp.
Storage Temperature
DC Voltage
-65°C to 150°C
15V
CW Input RF Power (no damage)
+4 dBm
Permanent damage may occur if any of these limits are exceeded.
Notes
A. Performance and quality attributes and conditions not expressly stated in this specification document are intended to be excluded and do not form a part of this specification document.
B. Electrical specifications and performance data contained in this specification document are based on Mini-Circuit’s applicable established test performance criteria and measurement instructions.
C. The parts covered by this specification document are subject to Mini-Circuits standard limited warranty and terms and conditions (collectively, “Standard Terms”); Purchasers of this part are entitled
to the rights and benefits contained therein. For a full statement of the Standard Terms and the exclusive rights and remedies thereunder, please visit Mini-Circuits’ website at www.minicircuits.com/MCLStore/terms.jsp
REV. F
M157938
ZVA-183+
ED-13014
BC/CP/AM
160901
®
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