
WJ Communications, Inc.
Phone: 1-800-WJ1-4401 FAX: 408-577-6621 e-mail: sales@wj.com Web site: www.wj.com
February
200
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AH2
High Dynamic Range CATV Amplifier
Product Description
The AH2 is a general purpose, high dynamic range
amplifier targeting cable TV markets. The combination
of gain flatness, high linearity and bandwidth make it
ideal for CATV distribution, cable modem and laser
diode driver applications. The AH2 is designed for
75 ohm systems and can operate directly from
a +5 Volt DC regulator. The device is manufactured
using reliable GaAs MESFET technology and boasts
an MTTF of >100 years at a mounting temperature of
85°C. All devices are 100% RF and DC tested.
Product Features
50-
100
0 MHz
-71 dBc CTB
-48 dBc CSO
+20 dBm P1dB
+40 dBm Output IP3
14.5 dB Gain
MTTF >100 Years
+5 V Single Positive Supply
Functional Diagram
Absolute Maximum Ratings
Parameter
Rating
Operating Case Temperture
Storage Temperature
DC Voltage
RF Input Power (continuous)
-40 to +85°C
-40 to +125°C
+6.0 V
+10 dBm
Operation of this device above any of these parameters may cause permanent damage.
Ordering Information
Part No.
Description
AH2
High Dynamic Range CATV Amplifier
(Available in tape and reel)
Fully Assembled Single Ended CATV
Application Circuit (75
)
AH2-PCB
1
2
3
4
Function
Input
Ground
Output/Bias
Ground
PIN No.
1
2
3
4
The Communications Edge
Typical Parameters
Parameter
Frequency
S21 - Gain
S21 - Gain
S11 - Input Return Loss
S22 - Output Return Loss
Output IP3
Output IP2
P1dB dBm
Noise Figure
CTB dBc -71 See Note 5
CSO dBc -48 See Note 5
Xmod dBc -65 See Note 5
Units Typical Condition
MHz
50-
100
0
dB
14.5
dB
13.2
dB
-14
dB
-17
dBm
+40
dBm
+47
+20
dB
3.5
50 MHz
860 MHz
See Note 2
Test Conditions unless otherwise noted:
4. T=25°C, Vdd = 5.0V in a 75
application circuit (AH2-PCB).
5. 77 Channels 50-550 MHz, +34 dBmV/channel, flat-loading.
Specifications
Parameter Units
Frequency Range
S21
Output IP3
P1dB
Operating Current
Supply Voltage
Max. Junction Temp.
Thermal Resistance
Min. Typ. Max. Condition
50-
100
0
13
14.5
+37
+40 See Note 2
+21
120
150 180
+5
MHz
dB
dBm
dBm
mA
V
°C
°C/W
160 See Note 3
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Test Conditions unless otherwise noted.
1
.
Parameters reflect performance of a packaged device in a 75
system at 25°C, Vdd = 5.0V, and 800 MHz.
2. OIP3 measured with 2 tones at an output power of 5 dBm/tone separated by 10 MHz. The
suppression on the largest IM3 product is used to calculate the OIP3 using a 2:1 slope rule.
3. The maximum junction temperature ensures a minimum MTTF rating of 1 million hours of usage
at a tab temperature of +85°C. The MTTF plot and more information is located in the
WJ Application Note “AH2 Temperature Effects on Reliability” for more information.
Specifications and information are subject to change without notice.