The CRF-PA-300M1700M-200W is the highest standard power class currently listed on CorelixRF’s 300-1700 MHz platform page. It is a better topic than another general broadband RF amplifier article because it gives engineers and procurement teams a clear model name to search, compare, and request during quotation.
CorelixRF’s public table lists the CRF-PA-300M1700M-200W as a 300-1700 MHz, 200 W model with 53 +/- 1 dB typical gain, input VSWR of 1.8 or better, 28 VDC supply, and a 200 x 158 x 25 mm size class. It belongs to the 300-1700 MHz RF power amplifier family.
The series is positioned for multi-band communication systems, UAV-related RF integration, laboratory RF evaluation, and OEM system integration.
Why Buyers Look at the 200W Class
A 200 W broadband amplifier is usually considered when a lower-power model does not provide enough output margin at the load. That may happen in a test range, antenna evaluation setup, broadband transmission path, or system integration project where cable loss, fixtures, filters, or antennas reduce delivered power. The 200 W class can provide a stronger starting point, but it also raises the importance of power supply, thermal, and load-mismatch review.
This model should not be selected simply because it is the largest option in the table. It should be selected when the system requirement justifies 200 W output across the intended operating band and the enclosure can support the electrical and thermal conditions.
Engineering Questions Before RFQ
Before asking for the CRF-PA-300M1700M-200W datasheet, define whether the application needs full 300-1700 MHz coverage or only a narrower window. CorelixRF notes that custom frequency subsets can be reviewed for improved gain flatness and efficiency. If the project only uses part of the band, a focused review may be more useful than a full-band purchase.
The buyer should also define CW or pulse-driven duty cycle, input drive level, load condition, cooling method, connector preference, quantity, and documentation requirement. These details help CorelixRF confirm whether the public model class is appropriate or whether a custom path is required.
Gain and Drive Planning
With 53 +/- 1 dB typical gain publicly listed, the CRF-PA-300M1700M-200W can provide substantial amplification from a suitable source. That gain value should be used to plan the driver stage and attenuation strategy. Too little drive may miss the target output; too much drive can create compression or stress concerns depending on operating mode.
If the amplifier is part of an SDR plus amplifier integration path, record the SDR output level at multiple frequencies. If it is driven by a signal generator or exciter, document the available input power and whether the waveform is continuous, pulsed, swept, or modulated.
Power Supply and Thermal Review
The 300-1700 MHz platform uses a 28 VDC native design. CorelixRF recommends power supply headroom in its FAQ for the series, and that guidance becomes especially important at the 200 W class. The power supply should be sized for current headroom, voltage stability, cable loss, startup behavior, and operating margin.
Thermal review is equally important. Air cooling must be real airflow, not just an open label in a datasheet. The chassis design should account for ambient temperature, duty cycle, mounting orientation, neighboring heat sources, and service access. Request the mechanical drawing package before finalizing the enclosure.
Best-Fit Use Cases
The CRF-PA-300M1700M-200W is most relevant where the project requires broad 300-1700 MHz coverage and a higher standard output class. Examples include broadband RF system integration, communication test platforms, antenna characterization, and OEM systems that need one amplifier family across several operating windows.
If the project is mostly lower-frequency VHF/UHF, compare the 30-512 MHz amplifier platform.
If the requirement extends toward 2.7 GHz, review the 300-2700 MHz RF power amplifier family.
If it is a project-specific requirement, use custom RF development instead of forcing a standard model.
Documentation Package
For procurement and supplier approval, request model-specific data: datasheet, output power curve, gain/frequency curve, input VSWR, supply current data, mechanical drawing, connector references, and sample unit test report. CorelixRF states that RF test data covering gain, output power, and input VSWR is available with shipment by project scope.
FAQ
What is the CRF-PA-300M1700M-200W?
It is a 300-1700 MHz, 200 W RF power amplifier model in CorelixRF’s standard 300-1700 MHz series, publicly listed with 53 +/- 1 dB typical gain and 28 VDC supply.
Is it suitable for every 300-1700 MHz project?
No. It should be selected only after reviewing frequency span, output need, duty cycle, drive level, power supply, airflow, load condition, and mechanical fit.
What documentation should I request?
Ask for the datasheet, mechanical drawing, gain/frequency curve, output power data, input VSWR data, current information, and test report format.
Can CorelixRF review a narrower frequency subset?
Yes. CorelixRF publicly states that custom frequency subsets can be reviewed for better gain flatness and efficiency within a target band.