ALC Controls 150W 2.35-2.55GHz DDS Integrated Power Amplifier Module with Digital RF Modulator

This is a high-performance power amplifier module that integrates ALC controls, a digital RF modulator, and a high-power amplifier. Operating in the 2.35–2.55GHz frequency range with up to 150W output, it supports software-adjustable power levels and offers an ALC adjustment range of ≥10dB. Equipped with DDS technology, it enables flexible modulation modes and wideband frequency sweeping. Comprehensive protection features include over-temperature, over-current, and VSWR alarms. Housed in a robust alloy case with active cooling, it is ideal for communication testing, radar, EW systems, and R&D applications.

Product Detail

This is an advanced RF power amplifier module that combines precision ALC controls, a versatile digital RF modulator, and a high-efficiency amplifier in a single integrated unit. Operating across the 2.35–2.55GHz frequency band with a maximum output power of 150W, it is engineered to meet the demanding requirements of modern wireless communication, radar, and test & measurement applications.

With built-in Direct Digital Synthesis (DDS) technology, the ZDPA-730 allows users to flexibly configure frequency, power, and modulation schemes via software. The integrated ALC controls ensure stable output power levels with a dynamic adjustment range of ≥10dB, enhancing signal integrity and system safety. The embedded digital RF modulator supports a variety of modulation types and sweep modes, making it an ideal solution for simulating complex communication signals and protocols.

Ideal for applications in 5G communications, satellite ground stations, military communications, and broadcasting, this amplifier stands out with its robust amplifier performance, precise ALC controls, and agile digital RF modulator. Whether used in R&D prototyping or deployed systems, this module delivers a reliable, efficient, and highly controllable RF power amplification solution.

Frequency Range	2.35-2.55GHz
Operating Voltage	28-36, 32 Typ.
Operating Current	≤13 (150W Typ.)
Controllable Output Power	150W (Software set power level)
ALC Power Adjustment Range	≥10 (Voltage controlled attenuation)
Impedances	50Ω
Inband Ripple	≤2.5 (Peak)
Max. Allowable Input Power	≤+10 (Duration 1 min without damage)
Input/Output VSWR	1.5:1 (Add +32V, standard network)
LCD Liquid-crystal Display	Display frequency, power, switching
With 3 LEDS	POWER: power indication RUN: running indication ALARM: alarm indication
Appereance(Usage)	Black integrated module with fan (for stand-alone or portable use)
Amplifier Switch	Turn the ampliier on or off
Alarm Switch	Turning on and blocking alarms
Downstream Power Control	Software adjustable output power, adjustabile range≥10dB
Power Off Temperature Alarm	High-temperature amplifier shutdown threshold can be set, amplfier temperature exceeds 85 degrees, automatic shutdown; 65 degrees automatic recovery
Amplifier Power Alarm	The actual power value is 2 dB above the downstream AlC start control threshold off
Amplifier VSWR Alarm	Amphfer VSWR over than 4, Ampifier Auto Shutdown
Power over flow alarm	Amplifier detects current over 12A, and the amplifier automatically shuts down.
Amplifier under power alarm	The ampifier detected power is less than 37dBm
Power under voltage alarm	Amplifier voltage more than 32V, or less than 20V
Amplifier Switch Status	if the ampifier is set to "OFF", the query should be off amplifier status; otherwise, it is on amplifier
Downstream VSWR	Connected to VSWR normal 1.2, mismatched load, the query value of 4.0
Temperature Search	Detect the internal temperature of the module, detection range: -40℃~+100℃ Detection error:±3℃
Detection and alarm	Volatage and current: Detecting module operating voltage, operating current and alarms
Frequency setting mode 1	Any single frequency point setting within the range
Frequency setting mode 2	Set wideband sweep frequency mode, frequency, interval, step and other para neters can be set Frequency setting accuracy 1M, Frequency maximum bandwidth up to 500M
Frequency setting mode 3	Set any 4 sub-frequency bands within the bandwidth, single sub-band should be incremented up to 6G
Weight	≤15kg
Dimension	19-inch chassis, height:3U
Working Temp	-20 ~ 55℃
Storage Temp	-50 ~ +65℃
Cooling System	Air cooling from side
RF Connector	NN-Female
Power supply Connector	D-Sub 7W2
Control Connector	J30J-9ZKP.
Dimension	156x122x58(LxWxH) (tolerance: ±0.5)
Weight	≤1600g
Finishing	Alloy iridite
Temperature	Operating: -25℃~+85℃
Heat Dissipation	Internal Fan
Environmental	N/A
Note	1. Low temperature can start, monitoring work. 2. Altitude, vibration and shock are designed with considerations, but without tests and experiments