AMT Model 3200-LPX RF power amplifier system
S/N A003096 DC 9945



This amplifier has been upgraded with all current field modifications and has been certified to meet or exceed the original manufacturer’s performance specifications.  Key components including new factory type cooling fans have been installed.  All voltage regulating devices replaced with upgraded devices and all RF devices were individually exercised to assure proper operation.  The amplifier has been thoroughly tested in both the pulse and CW mode and the graphical test data and operation manual will be included as a .pdf file sent to the buyer.   
 

PAYMENT AND SHIPPING DETAILS:
 
This item is a scientific instrument and not applicable to any type of communications application.  If you have any questions, please ask.  All sales are final and we can not accept any returns.  
 
This amplifier is currently located in Willcox, Arizona and can be shipped Internationally.  Please inquire by email. Items are normally shipped in foam set double-wall cardboard containers, but custom crating is available at additional cost.   

Payment terms are bank transfer, institutional check or PayPal.
 
Please contact BPT at info@bptec.com for additional details or answers to any other questions.


TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS:

Model 3200-LPX  5-245 MHz, pulsed, solid-state, RF power amplifier system


Electrical specifications:                                                               
 
Frequency Range                              5 - 245 MHz (setup for use in 600MHz SOLIDS systems)

Pulse power (min.) into 50 ohms   1,000 W

CW power (max.) into 50 ohms     100 W

Gain (typ.)                                         65 dB

Gain flatness                                     ±4 dB

Input/Output impedance                50 ohms

Input VSWR                                      < 2:1

Pulse width (Max)                            100 ms (user limit setting on front panel)

Duty cycle                                          Up to 10%   

Amplitude rise/fall time                   200 ns typ. 175ns typ.

Amplitude droop                              <5% to 10ms typ. ; 7% max.  

Noise figure                                       8 dB typ.   

Output noise (blanked)                    < 20 dB over thermal

Blanking delay                                   < 1 µs on/off, TTL signal

 
Protection:

1. VSWR                                               6:1 VSWR at rated power

2. Input overdrive                               Up to 10dB (with 50 ohm output load)

3. Over duty cycle/pulse width

4. Over temperature

 

Supplemental characteristics:
 
Connectors, rear panel:
 
1. RF input:                           BNC (F)

2. RF output:                        N (F)

3. Noise blanking:                BNC (F)

4. User Interface:                 25 pin D(F), EMI filtered



Controls, front panel:
 
1. AC power

2. Duty cycle

3. Duty cycle

 

Indicators, front panel:

 
1. AC power ON (Circuit breaker on power supply)

2. Over pulse width (LED)

3. Over duty cycle (LED)

4. Over temperature (LED)

5. Overdrive (LED)

6. CW mode (LED)

7. FWD/RFL power (rocker switch)

 

System monitors:
 
1. Thermal fault (LED)

2. DC power supply fault (LED)

3. Over duty cycle/pulse width (LED)

4. Forward/reflected RF power (Digital display)

 

Cooling:                                           Internal forced air

Operating temperature:                +10 to 30°C

AC line voltage:                              208/230 VAC, ±10%, 50 - 60 Hz (will ship set to 230V)

AC power requirements:              1500 VA @ full power and duty

Package:                                          Rack mount

Size: (HWD, inches)                       RF amplifier - 7.00 x 19 x 24                              
                                                         Power supply - 5.25 x 19 x 24
                                                
Net weight: 165lb