MKU PA 13CM-20W A2, LD-MOSFET Power Amplifier
2300 ... 2450 MHz • 20 W
Power Amplifier for the Amateur Radio Band 13 cm
Technical specifications
| Frequency range | 2300..2450 MHz |
| Input power | typ. 400 mW |
| Maximum input power | 1 W |
| Output power P1dB | typ. 20 W |
| Saturation power | typ. 27 W |
| Gain (small signal) | typ. 16 dB |
| Harmonic rejection | 40 dB (typ.) |
| IM3 (2) | typ. 40 dBc @ 20 W PEP |
| ON voltage | +12 V DC |
| Supply voltage | +28 V DC |
| Quiescent current | typ. 180 mA |
| Current consumption | max. 4 A |
| Forward detection | yes (diode detector) |
| Reflected power detection | yes (diode detector) |
| VSWR of load | max. 1.8 : 1 |
| Operating case temp. range | -20 ... +55 °C |
| Input connector / impedance | SMA-female / 50 ohms |
| Output connector / impedance | N-female / 50 Ohms |
| Case | milled aluminium |
| Dimensions (mm) | 130 x 60 x 20 |
| Weight | 270 g (typ.) |
Features
- Detector output (DC voltage) for monitoring forward output power
- Reverse polarity protection
- Suitable for all analog and digital modes (SSB, CW, ATV, DATV)
Important notes
Please notice the following:
- The technical specifications refer to room temperature.
- The power amplifier doesn’t contain any coaxial relays.
- The recommended combination of heat sink and fan(s) is only specified for an ambient temperature of 25 °C.
- Further information about dimensioning of heat sinks is available on our FAQ site.
Industrial use
Our power amplifiers of the MKU-series are exclusively intended for amateur radio applications and will only be sold to radio amateurs with a licence. These products are specified for amateur radio requirements and are not designed for industrial applications. Please notice our list of industrial products or ask for a special version.





