The QuarterWave 803-G40H80 is a Traveling Wave Tube Amplifier (TWTA) engineered for high-power RF applications across microwave and millimeter-wave frequencies. This amplifier delivers linear gain and efficient power conversion in both continuous-wave and pulsed operating modes, with embedded microprocessor control for real-time monitoring and fault management.
Technical Specifications
Frequency Range: 1.0 GHz to 95 GHz (product line capability; specific model frequency band within this range)
Power Output: 5 W CW to 50 kW peak pulsed across the product family; representative models include 200 W CW and 2.0 kW pulsed configurations
Gain: Nominal 45 dB (CW amplifiers) and 30 dB (pulsed amplifiers)
Duty Cycle: 100% CW operation; pulsed operation with variable duty cycles supported
Primary Input Power: 240 VAC, 60 Hz, single-phase (Series 9820 standard); alternative configurations support 120/240 VAC, 50–400 Hz, single-phase
Cooling: Air-cooled architecture maintains TWT operating temperatures within specification limits
– Key Features
• Embedded microprocessor enables high-speed control, TWT condition monitoring, fault latching, and power supply parameter management
• RS-232 standard interface; Ethernet and IEEE-488 (GPIB) available as optional protocols
• Mounting compatible with standard RETMA 19-inch rack cabinets with slotted mounting holes
– Typical Applications
• Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) systems
• Airborne weather research platforms
• Radar Cross Section (RCS) measurement and simulation
• Threat detection and analysis systems
– Compatibility & Integration
The 803-G40H80 integrates into systems requiring distributed RF amplification with remote monitoring and control. Standard communication protocols support integration into automated test and measurement environments. Air-cooled design permits deployment in field-mounted and laboratory configurations without supplemental cooling infrastructure.
