Cougar Components AR3069B

The Cougar Components AR3069B is a wideband RF amplifier engineered for signal conditioning across the 100 MHz to 3000 MHz band. This SMA-connectorized module delivers 18.0 dB typical small signal gain with exceptional flatness and low noise characteristics, making it suitable for integration into test equipment, telecommunications systems, and RF measurement platforms.

Technical Specifications Frequency Range: 100 MHz to 3000 MHz Gain & Linearity

Small Signal Gain: 18.0 dB (Typical)

Gain Flatness: ±0.7 dB (Typical, 0°C to 50°C)

Output Power at 1 dB Compression: 17.0 dBm (Typical, 0°C to 50°C)

3rd Order Intercept Point (IP3): 27.5 dBm (Typical) Noise Performance

Noise Figure: 0.8 dB (Maximum, 0°C to 50°C) Impedance

Input SWR: 1.8:1 (Typical)

Output SWR: 1.9:1 (Typical) Power Supply

Operating Voltage: +15 V dc

Quiescent Current: 270 mA (Typical) Connectors: SMA Female (Input/Output)

Key Features

Single-stage amplifier design optimized for 100 MHz–3 GHz operation

Flat gain response across operating band reduces equalization complexity

Low noise figure enables sensitive receiver and measurement applications

Moderate output compression point suits linear and saturation-mode operation

SMA connectorization provides standard RF interconnect compatibility

Low current draw reduces thermal management requirements in system designs

Typical Applications

RF test and measurement equipment

Telecommunications signal conditioning

Data networking front-end amplification

Industrial RF system integration

Compatibility & Integration The AR3069B integrates directly into systems requiring +15 V dc supply rails and SMA RF connectivity. The specified electrical and thermal characteristics support operation within standard benchtop and rack-mount instrumentation environments.