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TA1165 5500-8500 MHz 20 W Power Amplifier

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TA1165 5500-8500 MHz 20 W Power Amplifier

The TA1165 is a class AB GaN power amplifier module designed for Low Earth Orbit satellite applications, supporting various signal types and modulation formats.

Key figurescomparable across the catalogue

Largest dimension
152.4 mm

Normalised to common units so this product can be compared with others in its category. The supplier's own wording is below.

As published by the supplier

Model
TA1165
Frequency low
5500 MHz
Frequency high
8500 MHz
P1db dbm (Typ)
43
Tx gain
52.5 dB
Supply voltage
28 Vdc
Psat (Typ)
4.5
Dimensions
6 x 2.5 x 1.06 in
Flight heritage
Extensive flight heritage in low earth orbit

About

The TA1165 is a class AB Gallium Nitride (GaN) power amplifier module specifically designed and proven for reliable operation in Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite applications. This unit is capable of supporting any signal type and modulation format, including but not limited to DVB, DVB-DSNG, and DVB-S2. It is characterized by its efficiency, linearity, and lightweight design. The TA1165 has extensive flight heritage in low earth orbit, demonstrating its reliability and performance in space environments. While the product page also mentions the TA1120 as a small form factor, lightweight circuit card amplifier designed for CubeSat and NanoSat integration, the primary product described and specified is the TA1165.

Documentation

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Source: triadrf.com ↗

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