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Unprecedented X-Band Pulse Widths

With a rugged, modular design, the Empower RF 2221 amplifier offers a reliable, high-performance solution for applications demanding significant X-band power.

Empower RF Systems - X-band 2221

Model 2221

The Empower RF 2221 amplifier operates in the 9-10 GHz X-band, delivering an impressive 8000W peak output power with long and short pulse widths. Its applications encompass radar systems, electronic warfare, HPM research, and electromagnetics effects testing. With a rugged, modular design, the 2221 offers a reliable, high-performance solution for applications demanding significant X-band power.

Key Features and Specifications

The model 2221 amplifier operates in the 9-10 GHz X-band frequency range, delivering an impressive 8 kW of peak pulsed output power. This high-performance system boasts:

  • Exceptional Gain: Typical gain of 70 dB with ±1-dB gain flatness1
  • Versatile Pulse Capabilities: Supports 0.2 to 500-µs pulse widths at duty cycles from 0.5 to 20.0%
  • High Pulse Repetition Frequency: Operates at PRFs up to 50 kHz
  • Advanced GaN Technology: Utilizes multiple GaN-on-SiC SSPAs for superior performance

Key Design Elements Include

  • Compact Form Factor: Rackmount system measuring 17.50 × 26.25 × 27.05 inches
  • Integrated Control: Built-in control, monitoring, and protection functions
  • Efficient Cooling: Forced-air cooling system for optimal performance
  • Flexible Power Supply: Operates from three-phase 180 to 260 VAC power supplies

About Empower RF

Founded in 1999, Empower RF Systems is a global leader in power amplifier solutions that are critical to defense, commercial, and industrial market applications.

With our origins in the design of broadband and band-specific solid state power amplifiers, Empower continues to advance the science of RF power amplification to produce rugged, power efficient, and cost-effective solutions. It is our priority to design and deliver high quality, innovative products which address customer systems and business requirements.

Operating globally and continuing to expand our technology resources, Empower RF has been awarded patents on amplifier design techniques and assembly methods. Our customer base includes market leading OEMs, government agencies, and academic institutions with an array of demanding performance requirements.

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