SOV-96305216-10-G1

Rev. 1.2

Description:
Model SOV-96305216-10-G1 is a W-Band, Varactor tuned Gunn
oscillator that utilizes a high performance GaAs Gunn diode andproprietary cavity design to deliver +16 dBm typical power. Theoscillator features a Varactor tuning range of ±250 MHz and delivers
low AM/FM noise and harmonic emissions. Compared to its
counterparts, such as multiplier based sources, the Gunn oscillator isa lower cost and cleaner source. The performance of the oscillator
can be further enhanced by adding an isolator, Gunn oscillatormodulator/regulator and temperature heater.

Features:••

Applications:••••Low AM/FM Noise and Harmonics
Parallel Configuration

Test Sources
Signal Generation
FMCW Radar Systems
Communication Systems

Electrical Specifications:Parameter
Center Frequency
Power Output
Varactor Tuning Range
Bias Voltage
Bias Current
Varactor Tuning Voltage Range
Specification Temperature
Operating Temperature

Minimum
95.75 GHz
+15 dBm

Typical96.0 GHz+16 dBm±250 MHz+3.8 VDC
850 mA

4.0 VDC

Maximum
96.25 GHz

SAGE Millimeter, Inc.

W-Band Varactor Tuned Gunn Oscillator, 96 GHz, 250 MHz Bandwidth+3.9 VDC+25.0 VDC+25˚C+0˚C+50˚C

Mechanical Specifications:
ItemRF Port
Bias Port
Tuning Port
Housing Material
FinishWeightOutline

Specification
WR-10 Waveguide with UG-387/U-M Flange
Soldered Pins
SMA (F)
AluminumGold Plated
3.0 OzOV-WW

www.eravant.com | 501 Amapola Avenue, Torrance, CA 90501
Phone: 424-757-0168 | Fax: 424-757-0188 | Email: support@eravant.com
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Typical Frequency and Power Output vs. Varactor Voltage
Bias: +3.8 Vdc/850 mA9720
Frequency (GHz)96.75

Power (dBm)

1918

96.5
96.25

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Varactor Voltage (Vdc)

Power (dBm)

Frequency (GHz)

17SAGE Millimeter, Inc.

W-Band Varactor Tuned Gunn Oscillator, 96 GHz, 250 MHz Bandwidth

Mechanical Outline: (Unless otherwise specified, all dimensions are in inches)www.eravant.com | 501 Amapola Avenue, Torrance, CA 90501
Phone: 424-757-0168 | Fax: 424-757-0188 | Email: support@eravant.com
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Note:• All data is presented using a limited sample lot, actual data may vary unit to unit.
• The data given above was tested under case temperature 35°C.
• The Eravant Gunn oscillator regulator SOR-R3 is highly recommended for over voltage and reverse
bias protection. The outline of the model SOR-R3 is shown in below.
• Eravant reserves the right to change the information presented without notice.
Caution:• Reversing polarity will destroy the device.
• Gunn diode bias voltage should never exceed +3.9 Volts and Varactor bias voltage should neverexceed +25 Volts.
• The case temperature of the device should never exceed +50˚C. Use an additional heatsink or fan ifnecessary.
• Proper torque, 8.0 ± 0.15 inch-pounds (0.92 ± 0.05 Nm), should be applied. Eravant torque wrench,model SCH-08008-S1, is highly recommended.
• Any foreign objects in the waveguide will destroy the device.

Appendix: The Outline of the Gunn Oscillator Regulator Model SOR-R3SAGE Millimeter, Inc.

W-Band Varactor Tuned Gunn Oscillator, 96 GHz, 250 MHz Bandwidthwww.eravant.com | 501 Amapola Avenue, Torrance, CA 90501
Phone: 424-757-0168 | Fax: 424-757-0188 | Email: support@eravant.com
Copyright © 2023 by Eravant

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