Guerrilla RF GRF9461 CATV & General Purpose Amplifier


Guerrilla RF GRF9461 CATV & General Purpose Amplifier

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Guerrilla RF GRF9461 Power

Description

The Guerrilla RF GRF9461 CATV and General Purpose Amplifier is a broadband, linear-gain block designed for use in 75Ω CATV and 50Ω general-purpose applications. It supports a frequency tuning range from 0.04GHz to 2GHz and delivers strong performance metrics, including 18.8dBm of OP1dB and a low Noise Figure of 1.8dB. This amplifier is ideal for terrestrial, satellite, and general-purpose RF gain blocks.

Guerrilla RF GRF9461 CATV & General Purpose Amplifier

Introduction

The Guerrilla RF GRF9461 is a versatile CATV and general-purpose amplifier designed to enhance signal strength across a wide frequency range. With its robust performance metrics and compact design, it is an ideal choice for various RF applications.

Part Description

The GRF9461 is a broadband, linear-gain block amplifier optimized for both 75Ω CATV and 50Ω general-purpose applications. It operates within a frequency tuning range of 0.04GHz to 2GHz, making it suitable for a diverse array of RF designs. Key performance specifications include an output power of 18.8dBm at OP1dB, a low noise figure of 1.8dB, and an impressive OIP3 of 37dBm. Utilizing GaAs pHEMT technology, the GRF9461 is housed in a compact 2mm x 2mm DFN-8 package, ensuring efficient space utilization in electronic designs.

Applications

  • Cable television (CATV)
  • Terrestrial and satellite communications
  • Data Over Cable Service Interface Specification (DOCSIS)
  • Cable modems
  • Set-top boxes
  • General-purpose RF gain blocks

Industries

  • Telecommunications
  • Broadcasting
  • Consumer electronics
  • Satellite communications
  • Data networking

Usage Ideas

  1. Home Theater System: Integrate the GRF9461 into a home theater setup to boost the signal strength for cable television, ensuring high-quality audio and video output.
  2. Satellite Dish Installation: Use the amplifier to enhance the signal received from a satellite dish, improving the clarity and reliability of satellite TV services.
  3. DIY Cable Modem Project: Create a custom cable modem using the GRF9461 to improve internet connectivity and performance in areas with weak signal reception.

Conclusion

The Guerrilla RF GRF9461 CATV & General Purpose Amplifier stands out as a powerful and efficient solution for enhancing RF signals across various applications. Its compact design, impressive performance metrics, and versatility make it an excellent choice for engineers and hobbyists alike, paving the way for innovative projects in telecommunications and broadcasting.