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Ophir RF, Inc. | High Power Broadband RF & Microwave Amplifiers

Ophir RF, Inc. is a U.S. based designer and manufacturer of high power solid state RF and microwave amplifier systems and amplifier modules. Established in 1992 and incorporated as Ophir RF in 1997, the company is headquartered in Los Angeles, California, where it performs product design, manufacturing, testing, sales, and technical support. Ophir RF has built a strong reputation for delivering reliable broadband and band-specific RF power amplification solutions for defense, electronic warfare (EW), EMC testing, radar, satellite communications (SATCOM), wireless communications, scientific research, and test & measurement applications.

Key Product Highlights & Selection Guide

The company’s product portfolio covers frequencies from 10 kHz to 40 GHz with continuous-wave (CW) and pulsed output power ranging from a few watts to more than 20 kW, making it suitable for both laboratory and field deployed systems. Key products include Broadband amplifier modules, band specific amplifiers, EMC test amplifiers, and rack mount amplifier systems.

Product CategoryTypical Selection Parameters / Specifications
Broadband RF Amplifier SystemsFrequency range, saturated power, linear power, gain, rack size, cooling
Band Specific RF Amplifier SystemsOperating band (L, S, C, X, Ku, etc.), output power, gain flatness
Broadband RF Amplifier ModulesFrequency coverage, output power, gain, supply voltage, heatsink requirements
Band Specific RF ModulesFrequency band, linearity, efficiency, module dimensions
High Power CW AmplifiersContinuous output power, P1dB, gain, harmonic performance
Pulsed RF AmplifiersPeak pulse power, pulse width, duty cycle, operating frequency
GaN Solid State AmplifiersFrequency range, efficiency, output power, thermal characteristics
EMC Test AmplifiersBroadband frequency coverage, linear output power, ruggedness
Radar & Electronic Warfare AmplifiersRadar band, pulse capability, gain, output power
Custom RF Amplifier SolutionsFrequency range, power level, chassis configuration, interface options

Why Choose Ophir RF?

  • More than 30 years of experience in high power RF and microwave amplifier design.
  • Ophir RF is synonymous with ruggedness. Their systems are built to withstand punishing environments, featuring superior thermal management and robust VSWR (Voltage Standing Wave Ratio) protection.
  • They also offer a high degree of customization for unique defense and scientific applications.
  • Broadband and band specific amplifier solutions covering 10 kHz to 40 GHz.
  • Continuous wave and pulsed amplifier systems with output powers from a few watts to over 20 kW.
  • Multiple control interfaces including Ethernet, IEEE 488 (GPIB), and RS 232 for automated test systems.

Latest Products

Product modelDescription
Model 4160Broadband RF Amplifier System : Supports 18 to 40 GHz with 6 W saturated output power
Model 4149Broadband amplifier : Supports 6 to 18 GHz with 10 W output power
Model 4162RF Amplifier System : Supports 400 to 450 MHz with 500 W output power.

Latest News

  • Recently introduced model 5259 Solid State Broadband High Power RF amplifier which covers 1.0 to 2.5 GHz frequency range with 2000 Watts power.

Summary

Ophir RF provides dependable, brute force RF amplification, making them an essential partner for EMC testing laboratories and defense contractors.

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