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NP-2520: RF Amplifier System 3 MHz – 90 MHz 100 Watt

np-2520 RF amplifier system

NP Technologies Model NP-2520

The NP-2520 is a 100 watt CW, rack mountable amplifier system designed to operate over the frequency range of 3 MHz to 90 MHz with a gain of 45dB. The NP-2520 operates from 95 to 255 VAC 47/63 Hz. The NP-2520 is a self contained unit consisting of the RF amplifier, AC to DC power supply, back panel shut down BNC connector and cooling fans.

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ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATION @ VDD = Temp.=25°C, 50Ω System

Parameter
Symbol
Min
Typ
Max
Unit
Operating Frequency
BW
3
–
90
MHz
Power Output Saturated
Psat
–
100
–
Watt
Power Output P-1dB
P-1dB
–
50
–
Watt
Gain
G
43
45
–
dB
Small Signal Gain Flatness
ΔG
–
±1
–
dB
Input VSWR
S11
–
–
1.3:1
–
Harmonics @ 50 watts 2nd / 3rd
H
–
-40/-24
-35/-20
dBc
Inter-modulation Point
2 Tones, 5W per tone @ 50 & 51 MHz
IP3
–
+57
–
dBm
Spurious Signals
dBc
–
-70
-60
dBc
Operating Voltage
Vdc
95
–
255
Volt
Operating Current @ 100-120VAC
Amps
–
5
–
Amp
Enable / Disable (shut down pin: gnd=off, open=on)
ms
Typical 1ms off, 10ms on.
ms

MECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Parameter
Description
Limits
Units
Dimensions
19 x 18.2 deep 2U rack
Max
Inch
RF Connectors In / Out
N
–
–
DC Connectors
BNC / 15 pin D-sub
–
–
Cooling
fan forced heat-sink
–
–
Weight
20
Typ
lb

PROTECTIONS

Thermal Shutdown
Bi-metal switch set at 70°C with self reset
Typ
Input Overdrive
Fold back overdrive protection to 20 dBm
Max
Load VSWR
Infinite up to 20 watts
Max
Reverse Polarity Protection
None
–

ENVIRONMENTAL CHARACTERISTICS

Parameter
Symbol
Min
Typ
Max
Unit
Operating Case Temperature
Tc
0°C
–
50°C
°C
Storage Temperature
Tstg
-30°C
–
100°C
°C
Relative humidity non-condensation
RH
95
–
–
%

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Company Profile

About NP Technologies, Inc.

NP Technologies, Inc. is located in southern California. Established in 1998, the company is owned and operated by a dedicated group of RF experts with over 20 years of RF design experience. We develop, design, manufacture and test a wide range of RF Amplifier products including highly linear class A Broad Band, Cell Band, Pulse, AM & FM broadcast and Military VHF. Our focus is to work closely with our customers to develop and manufacture the best product for your application.

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NP Technologies, Inc.
2393 Teller Road #108
Newbury Park, CA 91320
Phone: 805 376-9299
Fax: 805 376-9288
Email:sales@nptrf.com

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