RFLUPA05M06G

Wide Band Power Amplifier

0.5GHz-6GHz
Product Description
RFLUPA05M06G is a wideband power amplifier with a frequency range of
0.5 to 6GHz.

The power output of this amplifier is 31dBm typical. The typical small signal
gain is 33dB with a gain flatness of ±2.0dB. This power amplifier works with
a +12 VDC power supply.

The working temperature of this product is between - 40℃ and + 85℃.

Features Typical Applications

• Wideband Power Amplifier • Wireless Infrastructure
• Small Signal Gain 33dB Typical • Military and Aerospace Applications
• Output Saturation Power 31dBm Typical • Test Instrumentation
• Supply Voltage +12VDC • Radar Systems
• 50 Ohm Matched Input / Output • 5G Wireless Communications
• Microwave Radio Systems
• TR Modules
• Research and Development
• Cellular Base Stations

Electrical Specifications (TA=+25⁰C)

Parameter Min Typ Max Min Typ Max Units

Frequency Range 0.5 4 4 6 GHz

Gain 30 33 38 28 31 37 dB

Gain Flatness ±2 ±2.5 ±2.0 ±3.0 dB

Gain Variation Over Temperature (-40⁰C to +85⁰C) ±1.5 ±1.5 dB

Input VSWR 1.8 2.2 1.8 2.0 :1

*Output Power for 1 dB Compression (P1dB) 28 30 28 30 dBm

*Saturated Output Power (Psat) 31 31 dBm

Supply Current (Vcc = +12VDC) 280 450 280 450 mA

Isolation S12 -60 -60 dB

Efficiency at Psat
25 25 %
(RF Output Power / DC Power Consumption)
Weight 0.4 Max. lbs.

Impedance 50 Ohms

Input / Output Connectors SMA- Female(Input) - SMA- Female(Output)

Epoxy Sealed (Standard)

Package
Hermetically Sealed (Optional)

* P1dB, P3dB and Psat power test signal: 200μs pulse width with 10% duty cycle.
* For average CW power testing or increased duty cycle, a 5dB back off from Psat is required.

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Absolute Maximum Ratings

Parameter Rating
Operating Voltage +12.5V

*RF Input Power (RFIN) +5dBm

Bias Up Procedure Bias Down Procedure

1. Connect ground 1. Turn off power supply and remove positive supply

2. Connect input and output with 50 Ohm source/load. (In band 2. Disconnect input and output with 50 Ohm source/load. (In
VSWR < 1.9:1 or >10dB return loss.) band VSWR < 1.9:1 or >10dB return loss.)
3. Connect positive supply and make sure power supply can
3. Remove ground
handle max current.

Environmental Specifications and Test Standards

Parameter Description
-40⁰C to +85⁰C
Operational Temperature
(Case Temperature)

Storage Temperature -50⁰C to +105⁰C

-40⁰C  +85⁰C
Thermal Shock
(5 Cycles / 10 hours)

MIL-STD-202G
**Random Vibration Table 214-I, Test Condition Letter C
1.5 Hours Per Axis

High Temperature Burn In Temperature +85⁰C for 72 Hours

1. Weight >20g, 50g half sine wave for 11ms, Speed variation 3.44m/s
Shock 2. Weight <=20g, 100g Half sine wave for 6ms, Speed variation 3.75m/s
3. Total 18 times (6 directions, 3 repetitions per direction).

Standard: 30,000 Ft (Epoxy Sealed Controlled Environment)

Altitude
Optional: Hermetically Sealed (60,000 ft. 1.0 PSI min)

Hermetically Sealed
MIL-STD-883 (For Hermetically Sealed Units)
(Optional)

*Maximum RF input power is set to assure safety of amplifier. Input power may be increased at own risk to achieve full power of amplifier. Please
reference gain and power curves.
**For vibration testing details please see additional information section.

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Typical Performance Plots

Gain@+25℃ Input VSWR @+25℃

Isolation@+25℃ Gain@-40℃

Input VSWR @-40℃ Isolation@-40℃

Note: Small signal VNA measurements include attenuators to protect equipment

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Typical Performance Plots

Gain@+85℃ Input VSWR @+85℃

Isolation@+85℃ Gain vs. Output Power

P1dB & P3dB vs. Frequency Saturation Power vs. Frequency

Note: Small signal VNA measurements include attenuators to protect equipment

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Typical Performance Plots

Current vs. Pout Power Added Efficiency

Left IM3 vs. Pout Right IM3 vs. Pout

Delta IM3 vs. Pout 2nd Harmonic Wave Output Power

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Typical Performance Plots

3rd Harmonic Wave Output Power 4th Harmonic Wave Output Power

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Outline Drawing

180 [7.09]

96 [3.78] 4- 3.2 [0.13]

THRU

4-M3 4-M3
Tapped hole Tapped hole

+12V +12V
10.64 [0.42]

10.64 [0.42]
GND GND
61.79 [2.43]
57.05 [2.25]

61.79 [2.43]
57.05 [2.25]
90 [3.54]
82 [3.23]
RF-Lambda RF-Lambda
11.44 [0.45]

11.44 [0.45]
RFLUPA05M06G RFLUPA05M06G
F:0.5-6GHz OUT F:0.5-6GHz OUT
SN:xxxxxxxxx SN:xxxxxxxxx
23.7 [0.93]

23.7 [0.93]
IN IN

95.35 [3.75] 95.35 [3.75]

100.09 [3.94] 100.09 [3.94]
12 [0.47]

12 [0.47]

Including
6 [0.24]

6 [0.24]
Heat sink
15 [0.59]

Notes:
1. Package Material: Aluminum
2. Plating: Nickel
3. All dimensions are in millimeters [inches].
4. Tolerances ±0.25 [0.01] unless otherwise specified.
5. Heat sink required during operation (sold separately). Matching heatsink is listed on our
website.

Additional Information

Documentation Webpage

ESD Policy https://rflambda.com/pdf/rflambda_esd_control.pdf

Heatsink Lookup Specifications https://rflambda.com/search_heatsink.jsp

Connector Torque Specifications https://www.rflambda.com/pdf/Torque_Specifications.pdf

Random Vibration Test Standard https://www.rflambda.com/pdf/rflambda_random_vibration_MIL-STD-202G.pdf

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Ordering Information

Part Number Modification Description

RFLUPA05M06G Standard 0.5GHz-6GHz Power Amplifier

Amplifier Use
Ensure that the amplifier input and output ports are safely terminated into a proper 50 ohm load before turning on the power. Never operate the
amplifier without a load. A proper 50 ohm load is defined as a load with impedance less than 1.9:1 or return loss larger than 10dB relative to 50
Ohm within the specified operating band width.

Power Supply Requirements

Power supply must be able to provide adequate current for the amplifier. Power supply should be able to provide 1.5 times the typical current or 1.2
times the maximum current (whichever is greater).

In most cases, RF - Lambda amplifiers will withstand severe mismatches without damage. However, operation with poor loads is discouraged. If
prolonged operation with poor or unknown loads is expected, an external device such as an isolator or circulator should be used to protect the
amplifier.

Ensure that the power is off when connecting or disconnecting the input or output of the amp.

Prevent overdriving the amplifier. Do not exceed the recommended input power level.

Adequate heat-sinking required for RF amplifier modules. Please inquire.

Amplifiers do not contain Thermal protection, Reverse DC polarity or Over voltage protection with the exception of a few models. Please inquire.

Proper electrostatic discharge (ESD) precautions are recommended to avoid performance degradation or loss of functionality.

What is not covered with warranty?

Each RF - Lambda amplifier will go through power and temperature stress testing.
Since the die, ICs or MMICs are fragile, these are not covered by warranty. Any damage to these will NOT be free to repair.

Important Notice
The information contained herein is believed to be reliable. RF-Lambda makes no warranties regarding the information contained herein.
RF-Lambda assumes no responsibility or liability whatsoever for any of the information contained herein. RF-Lambda assumes no responsibility or
liability whatsoever for the use of the information contained herein. The information contained herein is provided "AS IS, WHERE IS" and with all faults,
and the entire risk associated with such information is entirely with the user. All information contained herein is subject to change without notice.
Customers should obtain and verify the latest relevant information before placing orders for RF-Lambda products. The information contained herein or
any use of such information does not grant, explicitly or implicitly, to any party any patent rights, licenses, or any other intellectual property rights,
whether with regard to such information itself or anything described by such information.
RF-Lambda products are not warranted or authorized for use as critical components in medical, life-saving, or life sustaining applications, or other
applications where a failure would reasonably be expected to cause severe personal injury or death.

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