Key Specs
Here are the important performance parameters:
| Parameter | Value / Range |
|---|---|
| Frequency Range | 2,000 MHz to 8,000 MHz (2–8 GHz) |
| Gain | 30 dB typical, ±2.0 dB flatness |
| Noise Figure (NF) | ~4 dB typical |
| Third-Order Intercept (IP3) | +40 dBm typical |
| 1 dB Compression Point (P1dB) | +30 dBm (at 25 °C) |
| Maximum Input Power (CW) | 20 dBm (if no load, derate by 20 dB) |
| VSWR (Input / Output) | Max 2:1 |
| Supply | 12 V DC, ~1.2 A max |
| Operating Temp Range | –55 °C to +54 °C |
Applications
According to Mini-Circuits, typical uses for the ZVE-8G include:
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Satellite communications
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Line-of-sight transmitters
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Signal generators
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Spread-spectrum communications
Its wideband coverage (2–8 GHz) and relatively high power handling make it versatile for many RF systems.



