SUPERB AUTOMATION CO., LIMITED presents the SU116700C-1518P2, a high-performance 15.5–18 GHz Ku-Band Microwave Power Amplifier designed for RF and microwave systems requiring high output power, high gain, high power-added efficiency and stable performance across the Ku-band frequency range.

The SU116700C-1518P2 provides a typical 34 dBm saturated output power, 24 dB typical power gain, and 56% typical power-added efficiency (PAE) over the 15.5–18 GHz operating range.

The device also offers 35 dB typical linear gain, making it suitable for RF architectures requiring substantial amplification within the Ku-band.

Potential applications include Ku-band radar, satellite communication, microwave communication, RF transmitters, high-frequency RF front ends and microwave test equipment.

Key Features

• Model: SU116700C-1518P2

• Frequency Range: 15.5–18.0 GHz

• Frequency Band: Ku-Band

• Typical Saturated Output Power: 34 dBm

• Maximum Saturated Output Power: 34.5 dBm

• Typical Power Gain: 24 dB

• Maximum Power Gain: 23.5 dB minimum / 24 dB typical

• Power Gain Flatness: ±0.3 dB

• Typical PAE: 56%

• PAE Range: 55–57%

• Typical Linear Gain: 35 dB

• Linear Gain Range: 34–36 dB

• Linear Gain Flatness: ±1 dB

• Input VSWR: 1.8 typical / 2.6 maximum

• Drain Voltage: +12 V

• Gate Voltage: −1.5 V

• Test Temperature: +25°C

• Microwave die configuration

SU116700C-1518P2 Electrical Specifications

Test Conditions: TA = +25°C, VD = +12 V, VG = −1.5 V.

15.5–18 GHz Ku-Band Power Amplifier

The SU116700C-1518P2 operates from 15.5 GHz to 18.0 GHz, covering a broad portion of the Ku-band.

For RF engineers searching for a 15.5–18 GHz power amplifier, the combination of frequency coverage, saturated output power, gain and efficiency provides the key parameters required for initial component selection.

The device delivers a typical saturated output power of 34 dBm, equivalent to approximately 2.51 W.

This makes the SU116700C-1518P2 suitable for applications requiring a compact Ku-band RF power amplification stage.

Commercial Ku-band amplifier products similarly specify frequency, output power, gain and PAE as primary RF selection parameters.

34 dBm Ku-Band RF Power Amplifier

The SU116700C-1518P2 provides:

Typical Saturated Output Power: 34 dBm

This corresponds to approximately:

34 dBm ≈ 2.51 W

The specified saturated output power range is:

33.5–34.5 dBm

The supplied output-power-versus-frequency curve indicates relatively stable saturated output power across much of the 15.5–18 GHz operating band, with a decrease toward the upper-frequency edge.

This characteristic should be considered when designing RF chains that operate close to 18 GHz.

56% PAE High-Efficiency Ku-Band Power Amplifier

A key feature of the SU116700C-1518P2 is its high power-added efficiency.

The specified performance is:

Typical PAE: 56%

Minimum PAE: 55%

Maximum PAE: 57%

The PAE curve indicates efficiency approaching the upper-50% range across a substantial portion of the operating band.

For Ku-band transmit applications, PAE is an important parameter because RF engineers must balance output power, DC power consumption and thermal management.

The combination of approximately 34 dBm saturated output power and 56% typical PAE makes the SU116700C-1518P2 a useful candidate for compact high-frequency RF power amplification designs.

24 dB Ku-Band Power Amplifier Gain

The SU116700C-1518P2 provides 24 dB typical power gain.

The specified power-gain characteristics are:

• Minimum: 23.5 dB

• Typical: 24 dB

• Gain flatness: ±0.3 dB

The relatively flat gain specification is useful for RF systems where predictable gain across the operating frequency range is required.

The device additionally provides:

Typical Linear Gain: 35 dB

with a specified range of 34–36 dB.

This allows the SU116700C-1518P2 to be considered for both saturated and linear RF amplification architectures, subject to the intended operating conditions.

Ku-Band Microwave Power Amplifier Applications

The SU116700C-1518P2 can be evaluated for a variety of Ku-band RF and microwave applications.

Ku-Band Radar

Potential applications include:

• Ku-band radar systems

• Radar transmit modules

• RF transmitter chains

• Radar front-end amplification

• High-frequency radar electronics

Satellite Communication

Potential applications include:

• Ku-band satellite communication

• Satellite RF transmitters

• Microwave communication systems

• RF uplink equipment

• High-frequency communication modules

RF & Microwave Equipment

• Microwave signal amplification

• RF test equipment

• Microwave instrumentation

• RF signal generators

• High-frequency RF modules

Aerospace & High-Frequency Systems

• Ku-band RF subsystems

• Microwave transmitter modules

• RF power stages

• High-frequency communication equipment

• Customized microwave assemblies

Ku-band amplifier products in the market are commonly positioned for applications including satellite communications, radar, data links and other high-frequency RF systems.

Compact Ku-Band Microwave Die

The supplied mechanical drawing indicates a compact microwave die configuration with RF input, RF output and bias connections.

The drawing specifies dimensions in μm and provides the relevant pad and die dimensions for integration.

The device uses:

Drain Voltage: +12 V

Gate Voltage: −1.5 V

Test Temperature: +25°C

For production assembly, customers should confirm the latest controlled mechanical drawing, assembly requirements and RF matching recommendations before implementation.

SU116700C-1518P2 for RF Engineers

When selecting a 15.5–18 GHz Ku-band power amplifier, RF engineers typically evaluate:

• Frequency range

• Saturated output power

• Linear output power

• Power gain

• Linear gain

• Gain flatness

• PAE

• Input VSWR

• Bias voltage

• Die/package configuration

• Thermal requirements

• RF matching requirements

The SU116700C-1518P2 combines:

15.5–18 GHz operation + 34 dBm saturated output power + 24 dB typical gain + 56% typical PAE

within a compact microwave die implementation.

Why Choose SUPERB AUTOMATION CO., LIMITED?

SUPERB AUTOMATION CO., LIMITED provides electronic component sourcing and specialized RF/microwave component solutions for customers developing high-frequency electronic systems.

For the SU116700C-1518P2 Ku-Band Power Amplifier, SUPERB can support:

• RF component sourcing

• Technical specification confirmation

• Engineering sample requirements

• RF component quotation

• Application requirement matching

• Product selection assistance

• Volume procurement

• Customized sourcing solutions

Customers can provide their required frequency range, output power, gain, PAE, bias conditions, package/die requirements and application, and SUPERB can assist in identifying a suitable RF power amplifier solution.

SU116700C-1518P2 Technical Summary

Model: SU116700C-1518P2
Product Type: Ku-Band Microwave Power Amplifier
Frequency: 15.5–18.0 GHz
Frequency Band: Ku-Band
Saturated Output Power: 34 dBm typ.
Equivalent Output Power: ≈2.51 W
Power Gain: 24 dB typ.
Power Gain: 23.5 dB min.
Gain Flatness: ±0.3 dB
PAE: 56% typ.
PAE Range: 55–57%
Linear Gain: 35 dB typ.
Linear Gain Range: 34–36 dB
Linear Gain Flatness: ±1 dB
Input VSWR: 1.8 typ., 2.6 max.
Drain Voltage: +12 V
Gate Voltage: −1.5 V
Test Temperature: +25°C
Configuration: Microwave die
Supplier: SUPERB AUTOMATION CO., LIMITED