Commodore A
Fixed Class A
- Best suited to
- A stable waveform and a defined, repeatable operating point.
- Integration
- Allow for Class A quiescent power and cooling requirements.
Commodore 10–100 W RF Power Amplifier Modules
Select from four power classes, with frequency-band models across 20 MHz–7.5 GHz. Each model covers its specified band; the full range is not available from a single module. Standard models operate at 28 V DC.
Choose a power class and frequency band
The following power classes and band options apply to both Commodore A and Commodore AB.
| Power class | Frequency range | Models | Key Application |
|---|---|---|---|
| RF HPA — 10 W | 20–7500 MHz | 9 | Comms, EW, radar subsystems |
| RF HPA — 25 W | 20–6100 MHz | 6 | Ground-based RF systems |
| RF HPA — 50 W | 20–6100 MHz | 5 | Vehicle-mounted, defence |
| RF HPA — 100 W | 20–4200 MHz | 4 | High-power RF, RS-485 ctrl |
Select a power class to view the available frequency-band models. 150 W and 200 W modules, broadband multi-octave amplifiers and custom configurations are available on request.
Operating approach
Choose Commodore A or Commodore AB
Both lines offer 10, 25, 50 and 100 W power classes with the same band-specific options across 20 MHz–7.5 GHz. Choose the bias approach that fits your application.
Each module covers its specified band. Confirm output power, gain, efficiency and distortion for the selected frequency, bias, waveform and cooling conditions.
For selection advice, send your band, output power, waveform, duty cycle, DC supply and cooling constraints. Include linearity targets such as EVM or intermodulation where relevant.
Features
- Environment Ruggedised for demanding defence and operational conditions; see the environmental specification below.
- Protection Over-temperature, over-voltage, over-current, and VSWR protection.
- Power supply 28 V DC operation.
- RF performance 50 Ω matched input and output.
Applications
- Communications, EW and radar subsystems
- Ground-based RF systems
- Vehicle-mounted defence systems
- High-power RF with RS-485 control
RF module environmental specification
Design requirements for Commodore RF amplifier modules. Units are built to order to this design, with test reports supplied. Refer to the selected model for applicable requirements.
| Parameter | Design requirement |
|---|---|
| Operating temperature | −20 °C to +50 °C |
| Survival temperature | −46 °C to +71 °C |
| Vibration | MIL-STD-810F, Ground Mobile |
| Shock | MIL-STD-810F, Ground Mobile |
| Sealing / water | Immersion proof |
| EMI / EMC | MIL-STD-461D |
| Altitude | Operating 25,000 ft, survival to 30,000 ft (depends on model) |
| Humidity / moisture | Addressed through environmental / sealing design and qualification |
| Solar / thermal extremes | Temperature limits specified without solar radiation |
| Corrosion / exposure | Treated aluminium housings; some models hermetically sealed |