Agilent 11909A
Low Noise Amplifier
Data Sheet

Agilent 11909A Specifications
Frequency range

9 kHz to 1 GHz (-3 dB)

Amplifier gain

32 dB ± 1.5 dB @ 100 MHz

Gain flatness± 0.5 dB (25 kHz to 800 MHz)

Noise figure

2.5 dB max (1.8 dB typical)

Output power @1 dB compression+10 dBm

Impedance

50 ohms

Input return loss

8 dB

Output return loss

10 dB

Reverse isolation

35 dB

Maximum input±24 mVfor linear operation (approximate)
Input damage level ±2 V d.c.

General Specifications
Temperature range Operating 0 °C to 55 °C
Storage –25 °C to 75 °C
Powerrequirements

100, 120, 220, or 240 V AC ± 10%
50 to 60 Hz, 10 VA

Weight3.3 lbs/1.5 kg

Dimensions

91 mm H, 109 mm W, 183 mm D
3.6” H, 4.3” W, and 7.2” D

Input/output
connector

Type “N”

Warranty

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