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Our Series of High-Power Outdoor (SPOD) C-, X- and Ku-Band Solid-State Power Amplifiers (SSPAs) are cost-effective, reliable and deliver its rated power at the 1 dB compression point, to the transmit waveguide flange. A SPOD consists of an SSPA module with the Monitor/Control Processor (MCP), an integrated power supply and a field replaceable fan assembly. The amplifier features our low loss combining technique and MCP-based temperature versus gain compensation.
All SPOD SSPAs have a self-contained, extremely rugged, power supply. While generally fielded as an AC powered unit, SPODs are also available with -48 VDC power supplies. The SSPAs are constructed with highly reliable Gallium Arsenide Field Effect Transistors (GaAs FETs). Solid-State provides significant advantage over alternate technologies, including:
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More superior third order inter-modulation products – from 4-6 dB better
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Saturated power levels up to twice that of the SPOD’s rated output
The SPOD SSPAs are equipped with useful features that other manufacturers offer as options. Included in each unit’s base price are:
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Temperature compensation
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Sample ports
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Power monitor
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Power factor corrected supply
- Full remote monitor and control capabilities, including Ethernet HTTP pages and SNMP
Redundancy
The SPOD has the ability to function as a 1:1 (one backup for one primary) redundant controller in a redundant mode without the use of an external device. With a unique solution to system control, the SPOD offers a very cost-effective solution for 1:1 redundant TX requirements. The optional redundancy configuration is implemented by attaching a ganged waveguide/coax transfer switch(es) to the input and output connectors of the amplifiers, using a combination coaxial cable and waveguide kit.
Data Logging Capability
The SPOD includes a built-in data logging capability to enhance system maintainability. By recording critical operational parameters (such as temperature, output power, mute status, etc.) at time stamped intervals, the user can quickly gather intelligence not only about the unit itself, but also the unit’s operational environment