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18–40 GHz RF Power Amplifiers

Standard and custom mmWave amplifier platforms for 18–40 GHz RF systems.

CorelixRF provides factory-direct 18–40 GHz mmWave RF power amplifiers with standard 5W, 20W, 40W and 70W model classes, plus project-based customization for frequency window, output power, RF connector, waveguide output, control interface, rack structure and cooling design.

18–40 GHz Broadband Coverage 5W / 20W / 40W / 70W Standard Classes Custom Frequency Window Review 2.92 mm-F / WRD180 Output Options RS485 / LAN / GPIB Options 19" Rack or Custom Chassis
Request 18–40 GHz Data Review View Model Range Request Custom mmWave Review
18-40 GHz rack-mounted RF power amplifier — 19-inch enclosure 19" Rack-Mounted · 18–40 GHz RF Power Amplifier — CorelixRF Production
// CRF-PA-18000M40000M SeriesStandard + Custom Review
Frequency
18–40 GHz
Full-band or focused sub-band review
Standard Classes
5W / 20W / 40W / 70W
Baseline models for RFQ
RF Output
2.92 mm / WRD180
Model and project dependent
Integration
3U / 4U / 8U
Rack or custom chassis review
Submit band, power, connector and cooling requirements for engineering review.

18–40 GHz

Broadband Coverage

5 W–70 W

Output Power Range

37–55 dB

Gain Range

168

R&D Engineers

1,400+

Test Instruments

ISO 9001

GJB 9001C Certified

Selection Guide

Before You Select an 18–40 GHz RF Power Amplifier

At mmWave frequencies, output power is only one part of the decision. Connector loss, waveguide transition, cooling, gain flatness, test setup and control interface can all affect real system performance.

// MMwave review stack 18–40 GHz
5–70WPower class
2.92 mmRF input
WRD180Output path
3U–8URack format

Confirm these items before quotation so the amplifier fits the real RF chain, rack structure and measurement environment.

01

Full-Band Power Behavior

Headline power does not show how output behaves across the full 18–40 GHz band.

Confirm output power behavior across the required band and target test conditions.
02

Connector / Waveguide Path

mmWave connector transitions can change delivered power and system margin.

Confirm 2.92 mm input and 2.92 mm or WRD180 output configuration.
03

Measurement Setup Loss

Cable, adapter and load conditions matter more at K / Ka-band frequencies.

Review cable path, adapter loss, load condition and measurement setup.
04

Rack and Cooling Fit

3U, 4U and 8U formats affect cabinet planning, airflow and installation space.

Check rack height, airflow path and custom chassis needs early.
05

Control Interface

Remote operation depends on command, interface and system automation requirements.

Confirm RS485, LAN or GPIB requirements before final platform review.
06

Data Before Ordering

Integration review often needs datasheets, measured data and engineering notes.

Request Data Review →

Core Specifications

Key Specifications for the CRF-PA-18000M40000M Series

A quick engineering overview of the 18–40 GHz standard model classes and configurable areas before reviewing the full model range.

Frequency Range

18–40 GHz

Standard Power Classes

5W / 20W / 40W / 70W

Gain Range

37–55 dB, depending on model

RF Input

2.92 mm-F

RF Output

2.92 mm-F for lower-power model, WRD180 for higher-power models

Package

19" 3U / 4U / 8U

Control Interface

RS485 / LAN / GPIB options

Custom Options

Frequency window, connector, waveguide, control, chassis and cooling review

Final gain, connector, rack height, cooling structure and control interface may vary by power class or custom requirement. Project-level confirmation is recommended before quotation or integration.

Product Series

Standard 18–40 GHz Model Range for Engineering Review

These standard model classes provide a baseline for 18–40 GHz project review. Final frequency window, connector, waveguide output, rack format, cooling method and control interface can be reviewed for project-specific requirements.

19-inch rack-mounted 18-40 GHz RF power amplifier series — 3U 4U 8U configurations // 18–40 GHz Rack-Mounted mmWave Amplifier Series
3U Standard Class 5W / 20W 2.92 mm-F or WRD180 output path review
4U Standard Class 40W Rack-mounted mmWave amplifier configuration
8U Standard Class 70W High-power 18–40 GHz engineering review
The CRF-PA-18000M40000M series is the baseline 18–40 GHz full-band model family. Use these classes to start engineering review, then confirm the final connector path, control interface, cooling method and rack configuration with CorelixRF.

Swipe or scroll horizontally to compare power class, gain, connector, rack size and best-fit application.

18–40 GHz Standard Model Range · Data Request Available
Model Number Frequency Output Power Gain RF Output Enclosure Best-Fit Use Data Request
CRF-PA-18000M40000M-5W 18–40 GHz 5W 37 dB 2.92 mm-F 19", 3U Compact lab testing, low-power integration and driver-stage validation. Request Data
CRF-PA-18000M40000M-20W 18–40 GHz 20W 43 dB WRD180 19", 3U mmWave communication testing, medium-power RF validation and broadband RF chain evaluation. Request Data
CRF-PA-18000M40000M-40W 18–40 GHz 40W 50 dB WRD180 19", 4U RF test platforms, radar front-end validation, communication testing and system integration. Request Data
CRF-PA-18000M40000M-70W 18–40 GHz 70W 49 dB WRD180 19", 8U High-power mmWave test systems, rack-mounted RF platforms and demanding integration projects. Request Data

Need a different frequency window, connector, control method or rack format?
Use the standard classes as the starting point, then request custom engineering review.

Request Datasheet & Custom Options

Custom Higher-Power Path

Custom Higher-Power Options for Focused mmWave Bands

When full 18–40 GHz broadband coverage is not required, CorelixRF can review higher-power amplifier configurations for focused mmWave frequency windows such as 18–26.5 GHz. These options are handled as project-specific amplifier configurations rather than the standard full-band 18–40 GHz model range.

// COMPACT CUSTOM REVIEW

5W / 10W

Focused mmWave band · connector review

For compact RF integration, driver-stage validation or test platforms where full 18–40 GHz coverage is not required.

PROJECT-SPECIFIC REVIEW

// MID-POWER CUSTOM REVIEW

25W / 40W / 50W

Focused band · waveguide output review

For RF bench platforms, signal-chain validation and focused-band system testing with project-level connector and cooling review.

FOCUSED BAND OPTIONS

// HIGH-POWER CUSTOM REVIEW

100W / 200W

Focused mmWave band · rack system review

For higher-power programs that use a narrower frequency window and require engineering confirmation for cooling, enclosure, output path and measurement conditions.

CUSTOM HIGH-POWER PATH
Request Focused-Band Power Review

Custom Engineering

Configuration & Custom Engineering Options

CorelixRF supports standard 18–40 GHz model classes and project-level customization when your system needs a specific frequency window, connector path, control method, rack structure, cooling layout or subsystem integration review.

01 — Frequency

Frequency Window Review

Full 18–40 GHz broadband coverage or project-specific sub-band review depending on output power and system requirements.

02 — Power

Output Power Class Review

Standard 5W, 20W, 40W and 70W classes, with semi-custom power review for focused requirements.

03 — RF Path

Connector / Waveguide Output

2.92 mm-F, WRD180, waveguide transition or connector layout review for integration into your RF chain.

04 — Control

Control Interface

RS485, LAN, GPIB or project-specific command/control requirements can be reviewed before RFQ.

05 — Mechanical

Rack / Chassis Format

19" 3U, 4U, 8U or custom enclosure structure based on power class, airflow and cabinet constraints.

06 — Integration

Cooling & System Support

Rack airflow, thermal path, mechanical fit and OEM RF subsystem integration review for project delivery.

Submit Frequency / Power Requirement

Factory Testing

Factory Testing and Engineering Evidence

For 18–40 GHz mmWave amplifier projects, CorelixRF focuses on engineering evidence that helps buyers confirm power behavior, connector path, rack integration and measured RF performance before shipment.

Output Power Review

Power class and frequency-window behavior reviewed against project requirements.

Gain / Flatness Verification

Gain behavior and broadband response checked for integration review where applicable.

VSWR / Connector Check

2.92 mm or waveguide output path reviewed to reduce mismatch and setup risk.

Harmonics / Spurious Observation

Spectrum behavior and unwanted emission references can be reviewed for qualified projects.

18-40 GHz mmWave RF amplifier factory testing and measurement setup
// mmWave RF test setup — measured data and integration review

RF Performance Data

Datasheet and measured references for output power, gain, VSWR, harmonics or spurious behavior where available.

Integration Documentation

Connector, control interface, rack format and mechanical details for system-level review.

Project Confirmation Notes

Engineering notes covering custom frequency windows, cooling path or special interface requirements.

01

Requirement and Configuration Review

Frequency, power, connector, control and rack requirements are checked before build or quotation.

02

RF Assembly and Connector Inspection

Connector, waveguide and mechanical path are reviewed before RF testing.

03

Output Power and Gain Verification

Power and gain behavior are checked against the agreed configuration.

04

VSWR / Protection / Control Response

Matching, protection and remote control functions are reviewed as required.

05

Thermal and Rack Airflow Review

Rack height, airflow and high-power thermal conditions are considered before delivery.

06

Test Record and Packing Confirmation

Relevant records, documentation and packing checks support export delivery and integration review.

Request Measured Data Package

Typical Applications

Application-Oriented RF Power Amplifier Use Cases

In high-frequency RF systems, the amplifier is not only a power component — it determines signal reach, link budget, test repeatability, and system-level RF performance.

Radar and RF sensing system using high-frequency RF power amplifier Radar / mmWave Sensing

01 // APPLICATION

Radar & RF Sensing Systems

Role in system:

Increase transmit RF power to extend detection range and improve echo signal strength in high-frequency radar and mmWave sensing systems.

Best fit: Radar front-end validation, RF sensing platforms, high-frequency transmitter chains.

Ka-band mmWave communication test system with RF amplifier Ka / mmWave Communication

02 // APPLICATION

Ka / mmWave Communication Systems

Role in system:

Improve link budget by boosting transmit power and compensating for high-frequency path loss in broadband communication links.

Best fit: mmWave communication testing, high-frequency wireless links, RF communication validation.

RF test and measurement bench with signal generator and spectrum analyzer Test & Measurement

03 // APPLICATION

RF Test & Measurement Systems

Role in system:

Provide stable, repeatable RF output for device validation, signal chain testing, automated measurement platforms, and lab-based RF performance verification.

Best fit: R&D labs, production test benches, RF validation systems.

Aerospace avionics RF validation environment with amplifier platform Aerospace & Avionics RF

04 // APPLICATION

Aerospace & Avionics RF Validation

Role in system:

Support controlled high-frequency RF environments for avionics subsystems, airborne RF payload testing, and system-level validation in aerospace development programs.

Best fit: Avionics testing, aerospace RF equipment validation, airborne communication simulation.

Rack-mounted RF system integration with amplifier and coaxial cables RF System Integration

05 // APPLICATION

RF System Integration

Role in system:

Adapt amplifier configuration to match SDR, antenna, rack-mounted RF chain, cooling, control, and mechanical integration requirements for complete RF front-end platforms.

Best fit: SDR + amplifier + antenna systems, RF front-end platforms, rack-mounted RF systems.

SATCOM Ka-band ground terminal RF chain with waveguide amplifier SATCOM / Ka-Band

06 // APPLICATION

SATCOM / Ka-Band Ground Terminals

Role in system:

Support uplink amplification, ground terminal RF chains, and satellite payload simulation with waveguide output configurations required for SATCOM integration.

Best fit: Ka-band ground station testing, SATCOM terminal validation, payload simulation.

Procurement Guidance

Before Ordering an 18–40 GHz RF Power Amplifier

At mmWave frequencies, the lowest-risk supplier is not the one with the longest catalog — it is the one that can provide verified RF data, integration support, and realistic engineering answers before purchase.
Buyer Concern What to Verify CorelixRF Answer
Rated Output Power Ask for full-band power data — not just spot-frequency specs UNIT-LEVEL RF TEST DATA
Gain Varies Across Band Check gain flatness data — confirmed and documented in datasheets GAIN FLATNESS REVIEWED
Wrong Output Interface Confirm connector and waveguide type: 2.92 mm, WRD180, WR42 2.92 mm / WAVEGUIDE OPTIONS
Thermal Risk Check chassis cooling design — verified under full output load AIR / FORCED-AIR COOLING
System Mismatch Request RF chain review — signal source, amp, antenna, integration ENGINEERING REVIEW AVAIL.
No Project Customization Ask about feasibility for custom frequency, power, interface, enclosure SEMI-CUSTOM ENG. SUPPORT
Supplier Is Manufacturer Source factory with in-house engineering — not a reseller SOURCE FACTORY
Test Data Before Purchase Unit-level test records available for power, gain, VSWR, harmonics DATA ON REQUEST

Why CorelixRF

Factory Capability & Documentation Support

CorelixRF is a source factory for RF power amplifiers, SDR signal source modules, antennas, and RF front-end integration platforms. We support standard products, OEM / ODM development, and project-based customization for customers who need stable RF performance and engineering communication.

330

Total Employees

168

R&D Engineers

1,400+

Test Instruments

8 Labs

RF Laboratories

// Why Factory-Direct Matters
Faster engineering communication — direct access to design team, not intermediaries
More practical customization review — feasibility confirmed by engineers, not sales
Better control over assembly and RF testing — in-house production and lab
Reduced risk compared with catalog-only suppliers
Direct access to production and validation feedback before shipment
RoHS CE / FCC ISO 9001 GJB 9001C OEM / ODM Source Factory
CorelixRF manufacturing facility — production line and RF assembly workshop

CorelixRF Manufacturing Facility — 33,995 m²

RF testing laboratory — spectrum analyser, signal generator, power meter

RF Test Laboratory — 1,400+ Instruments

High-frequency RF amplifier system integration — CorelixRF lab

8 RF Laboratories · mmWave Capable

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Related CorelixRF Engineering Paths

Use these internal paths when your project needs a different frequency band, a custom amplifier configuration, system-level integration, or more factory capability review before RFQ.

Lower Microwave Band

6–18 GHz Broadband RF Amplifiers

Compare with the 6–18 GHz CRF-PA-6000M18000M series when your project does not require full 18–40 GHz mmWave coverage.

View 6–18 GHz Series → Category Overview

High Frequency RF Power Amplifiers

Return to the high-frequency amplifier overview when your requirement is still between S/C-band, 6–18 GHz, 18–40 GHz, or a focused mmWave band.

Open High-Frequency Overview → Custom Engineering

Custom RF Amplifier Options

Use this path for non-standard frequency windows, special connector layouts, monitoring functions, rack structures, cooling paths, or control interfaces.

Explore Custom Options → System Integration

RF Systems & Front-End Integration

Continue here if the amplifier must be reviewed as part of a wider RF chain, subsystem cabinet, SDR chain, antenna path, or OEM front-end platform.

View RF Systems → Factory Capability

RF Manufacturing & Test Capabilities

Review CorelixRF factory resources, RF test equipment, engineering validation, quality system, documentation support, and production capability.

View Capabilities → Company Review

About CorelixRF

Use this path when your procurement team needs company background, factory positioning, qualification context, and manufacturer-level credibility.

Learn About CorelixRF →

Datasheet, measured data and custom review requests on this page still use the RFQ / data request popup. These links are for deeper technical review and internal navigation.

Frequently Asked Questions

18–40 GHz RF Power Amplifier FAQ

What output power levels are available for 18–40 GHz RF amplifiers?
Standard 18–40 GHz model classes include 5W, 20W, 40W and 70W. Custom or semi-custom configurations can be reviewed by project.
Can CorelixRF customize the frequency range?
Yes. Full 18–40 GHz or project-specific sub-band configurations can be reviewed based on output power, connector, cooling and integration requirements.
Are higher-power options available above 18 GHz?
Higher-power options may be reviewed for focused mmWave bands such as 18–26.5 GHz. These are separate from the standard full-band 18–40 GHz model range.
What connector options are available?
2.92 mm-F input is common, with 2.92 mm-F or WRD180 output depending on power class. Connector and waveguide options can be reviewed during RFQ.
What should I provide for RFQ?
Please provide frequency range, output power target, input level, RF input and output connector, control interface, rack size, cooling preference and application.
Can you provide measured data?
Datasheets and measured RF data can be requested for engineering review where available.

Start Your RF Project

Request 18–40 GHz Data Review

Send your frequency range, output power target, RF connector or waveguide requirement, control interface, rack format, cooling preference and application details. CorelixRF will review whether a standard 18–40 GHz model class or a custom mmWave configuration is more suitable.

Engineering review within 24–48 hours for qualified projects

To speed up review, include:

  • Required frequency range
  • Target output power
  • Input signal level
  • RF input / output connector
  • Control interface preference
  • Cooling or enclosure requirement
  • Application or RF chain description
  • Quantity and project stage

Request Datasheet & Custom Options

Submit your 18–40 GHz RF amplifier requirement and our engineering team will review and respond within 24–48 hours.