The MPE PA-42-0-500/1000L is a solid-state power amplifier delivering 500 W minimum continuous output across the 400 MHz to 1000 MHz band. With 57 dB typical gain and >50% power efficiency, this amplifier supplies stable, high-power RF signal conditioning for demanding industrial and laboratory environments.
Technical Specifications
• Frequency Range: 400 MHz to 1000 MHz
• Output Power: 500 W (minimum continuous)
• Input Power: 1 W (maximum)
• Gain: 57 dB (typical)
• Harmonic Distortion: −20 dBc at rated output
• Spurious Output: −60 dBc at rated output
• Input VSWR: 2.0:1 maximum
• Output VSWR: 1.5:1 maximum
• Power Efficiency: >50% typical
• Power Supply: 208–240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 3-phase
• Cooling: Forced-air with internal fans
• RF Connectors: Type N female (input), Type LC female (output)
• Control Interface: DB-25 male
– Key Features
• Over-temperature, over-voltage, and output VSWR protection circuits
• Front-panel status indicators for power, fault, and operational modes
• Remote control interface for automated test system integration
• 19-inch rack-mountable chassis rated for continuous operation
– Typical Applications
• RF testing and measurement systems
• Industrial RF heating
• Plasma generation and processing
• Scientific research with focused RF energy
• System integration and signal conditioning
• Broadcasting RF infrastructure
– Compatibility & Integration
The PA-42-0-500/1000L integrates into multi-instrument test benches via its DB-25 control port, enabling remote operation and real-time status monitoring. Standard Type N and Type LC RF connectors support direct connection to existing 50 Ω networks. Three-phase mains power requirement (208–240 VAC, 50/60 Hz) suits industrial lab and production environments.
