Solid-State Power Amplifiers
X Band, GaN, Space Qualified, Lunar SSPA
- Platform environment
- Space
- Frequency range
- 8.4 - 8.6 GHz
- Supply input
- 28 Vdc
Specifications
| Part Number | SSPA 8.4-8.6-30 |
|---|---|
| Environment | Space |
| Min/Max Frequency | 8.4 - 8.6 GHz |
| Power Out (W) typical | 30 |
| VDC Input | 28 Vdc |
| Operating Temp (Degrees C) | NA |
| Size (W x L x H) | 5 x 2 x 1 |
| Enable/Disable (uSec) Typical | NA |
Technical specifications
| Specification | Value | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Platform environment | Space | |
| Frequency range | 8.4 - 8.6 GHz | |
| Supply input | 28 Vdc | |
| RF output power | 30 W linear output, minimum | Linear OQPSK-modulated context, not saturated or CW peak power. |
| Dimensions (L × W × H) | 5.0 × 2.0 × 1.0 in. |
Product overview
The SSPA 8.4-8.6-30 is a hermetically sealed X-band GaN amplifier used on a lunar lander in the Commercial Lunar Payload Services program. It covers 8.4–8.6 GHz and provides 30 W linear RF output for OQPSK-modulated transmission. An output circulator protects the amplifier against open or short circuits, and telemetry supports voltage and temperature monitoring. The assembly has an SMA female RF input and TNC female output. A nine-pin hermetic DSUB carries the power, command, control and telemetry connections.
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Product features
- Hermetically sealed X-band GaN amplifier
- Linear amplification for OQPSK
- Output circulator protection
- Voltage and temperature telemetry
Command and telemetry interface
A nine-pin hermetic DSUB carries power, command, control and telemetry. The RF path uses SMA female input and TNC female output.
Applications
- Lunar-lander RF communications
Discuss your application
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