Please read this section before ordering, there have been changes to International shipping methods, etc

Instructions on assembling and use of the kits listed here are contained in the articles on this site, as well as close-up component layout pictures to aid in assembly. Surface-mount parts are used throughout, so it is helpful to have some experience in working with them. There is a video here showing some of the techniques used in working with these components.

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A 600 watt+ 33cm LDMOS amplifier (900 MHz band)

The Ultimate Amplifier Control Board

This photo is version 6.3 (current version 6.5 is the same functionally), designed for the highest powered amplifiers and mast-mounted LNA's, with the following functions and features:

• On-board sequencer for control of antenna relays, amplifier bias and power supply feeds, and driver RF hold-off
• High VSWR lockout that will accept either a negative or a positive trigger signal
• High temperature lockout that will bypass an overheated amplifier until it cools down to a safe temperature
• Temperature-sensitive fan control for normal cooling
• Driver RF blocking during antenna relay changeovers
• Internal regulator, which allows operation from power sources ranging from 12v to 50v
• LED indicator feeds for power, transmit, SWR lock and High Temperature lock
• Can be used as a controller for a mast-mounted LNA

A description of all connections into and out of the board is located here: v63control.htm

The temperature sensor, optional voltage reducer and indicator LEDs are supplied; the user must supply the vswr detector and the fan if those functions are to be used.

High Current DC FET Switch

12v and 28v models can switch up to 35 amps, 50v or 65v models more than 45 amps

Dual Microwave RF detector (38mm by 50mm)

Designed to be used with directional couplers lacking their own detectors. An explanation for the use of this board is explained in the Sampling RF Power article. By changing the values of the input attenuators, and the mounting positions of the diodes, the board can be configured for different power levels and output polarities. An assembly guide for the kit is here.

LNAs (preamps) and MMICs

LED Bar Graph Display

The current version changes R22 to a trimmer resistor, allowing the input sensitivity to be adjustable from less than 500mv to more than 15v.

  A 600 watt 23cm LDMOS amplifier (1296MHz band)

Please read the kit assembly instructions before deciding to purchase the kit instead of the assembled/tested RF deck

Here is a video showing how to flow-solder your LDMOS to the spreader.

The Ultimate Amplifier Control Board

This photo is version 6.3 (current version 6.5 is the same functionally), designed for the highest powered amplifiers and mast-mounted LNA's, with the following functions and features:

• On-board sequencer for control of antenna relays, amplifier bias and power supply feeds, and driver RF hold-off
• High VSWR lockout that will accept either a negative or a positive trigger signal
• High temperature lockout that will bypass an overheated amplifier until it cools down to a safe temperature
• Temperature-sensitive fan control for normal cooling
• Driver RF blocking during antenna relay changeovers
• Internal regulator, which allows operation from power sources ranging from 12v to 50v
• LED indicator feeds for power, transmit, SWR lock and High Temperature lock
• Can be used as a controller for a mast-mounted LNA

A description of all connections into and out of the board is located here: v63control.htm

The temperature sensor, optional voltage reducer and indicator LEDs are supplied; the user must supply the vswr detector and the fan if those functions are to be used.

High Current DC FET Switch

12v and 28v models can switch up to 35 amps, 50v or 65v models more than 45 amps

LED Bar Graph Display

The current version changes R22 to a trimmer resistor, allowing the input sensitivity to be adjustable from less than 500mv to more than 15v.

Dual Microwave RF detector (38mm by 50mm)

Designed to be used with directional couplers lacking their own detectors. An explanation for the use of this board is explained in the Sampling RF Power article. By changing the values of the input attenuators, and the mounting positions of the diodes, the board can be configured for different power levels and output polarities. An assembly guide for the kit is here.

LNAs (preamps) and MMICs

23cm High-Power Coupler (Ro4003C)

This coupler is for those of us combining the outputs of larger amplifiers, even the bigger XRF-286, 2C39, or GS-15B high-power amplifiers. Made from thick (.060) Rogers R04003 low-loss substrate, it will handle more than 500W at the output. Requires a termination for the isolated port (like the 150w termination offered below).

This link demonstrates a layout for combining 4 amplifiers (the layout method is the same as the 13cm couplers shown)

Anaren or ATC 150w Termination (DC - 2.5 GHz), $18

Data sheet

1.8 to 54 MHz (160 through 6 meters)

1 KW SSPA for 1.8 to 54 MHz

This RF deck began shipping in December 2016; it was developed on .078 thick FR4, and incorporates all the changes made to the original one done on TC350

(see the new kit assembly instructions here)

The original assembly guide for this product is here

1.5 KW Low Pass Filter Board for 1.8 to 54 MHz

Generation 2 filter (a description for this version is here); This version is rated for 2kw+

The assembly instructions and Bill of Materials for the generation 2 kit is here

1.8-54 MHz Dual Directional Detector

This is 3rd revision with the following enhancements:

• A sample port (-50dbc) has been added for forward power signal monitoring, or for use with adaptive feedback radios (Apache Labs Puresignal)
• Output from the detectors can now be configured as either positive or negative
• Parts for configuring as a band switch safety sensor are now included in the kit

The assembly guide for this product is here

ALC Detector (26mm by 38mm)

Used at the input of an amplifier to provide an Automatic Level Control signal back to the driving radio. The adjustment trimmer can also be mounted to the back side of the PCB for panel mounting (with access hole for adjustment).

High Current DC FET Switch

12v and 28v models can switch up to 35 amps, 50v or 65v models more than 45 amps

The Ultimate Amplifier Control Board

This photo is version 6.3 (current version 6.5 is the same functionally), designed for the highest powered amplifiers and mast-mounted LNA's, with the following functions and features:

• On-board sequencer for control of antenna relays, amplifier bias and power supply feeds, and driver RF hold-off
• High VSWR lockout that will accept either a negative or a positive trigger signal
• High temperature lockout that will bypass an overheated amplifier until it cools down to a safe temperature
• Temperature-sensitive fan control for normal cooling
• Driver RF blocking during antenna relay changeovers
• Internal regulator, which allows operation from power sources ranging from 12v to 50v
• LED indicator feeds for power, transmit, SWR lock and High Temperature lock
• Can be used as a controller for a mast-mounted LNA

A description of all connections into and out of the board is located here: v63control.htm

The temperature sensor, optional voltage reducer and indicator LEDs are supplied; the user must supply the vswr detector and the fan if those functions are to be used.

LED Bar Graph Display

The current version changes R22 to a trimmer resistor, allowing the input sensitivity to be adjustable from less than 500mv to more than 15v.

DC through UHF input Relay board

(please see the technical article here)

High Power Output Relay Board

.094 FR4, DC through 222MHz, up to 1.5kw through 2m, 1kw through 222MHz

1.8 to 54 MHz Couplers

(for combining amplifiers)

1.8 to 54 MHz 2kw coupler, assembled $76.00

1.8 to 54 MHz input coupler, assembled $47.00

6 meters (50-54 MHz)

Additional items useful for making a complete amplifier system for the 6m RF deck are listed in the 2 meter section (next).

2 meters (144-148 MHz)

 2 Meter Kilowatt RF Deck, Complete

Here is a video showing how to flow-solder your LDMOS to the spreader.

Additional items useful for building complete amplifier systems are listed in this column

The technical article is here: This is a useful reference for assembling the kit versions.

Note: The default configuration for assembled/tested boards is for the detector diodes to be mounted to produce negative output signals. If you will be ordering the assembled/tested version of this product and prefer the output signals to be positive, be certain to send me an email when you place your order indicating that preference (contact info at the top of this page). Please read the end of the technical article for additional info.

The Ultimate Amplifier Control Board

This photo is version 6.3 (current version 6.5 is the same functionally), designed for the highest powered amplifiers and mast-mounted LNA's, with the following functions and features:

• On-board sequencer for control of antenna relays, amplifier bias and power supply feeds, and driver RF hold-off
• High VSWR lockout that will accept either a negative or a positive trigger signal
• High temperature lockout that will bypass an overheated amplifier until it cools down to a safe temperature
• Temperature-sensitive fan control for normal cooling
• Driver RF blocking during antenna relay changeovers
• Internal regulator, which allows operation from power sources ranging from 12v to 50v
• LED indicator feeds for power, transmit, SWR lock and High Temperature lock
• Can be used as a controller for a mast-mounted LNA

A description of all connections into and out of the board is located here: v63control.htm

The temperature sensor, optional voltage reducer and indicator LEDs are supplied; the user must supply the vswr detector and the fan if those functions are to be used.

High Current DC FET Switch

12v and 28v models can switch up to 35 amps, 50v or 65v models more than 45 amps

ALC Detector (26mm by 38mm)

Used at the input of an amplifier to provide an Automatic Level Control signal back to the driving radio. The adjustment trimmer can also be mounted to the back side of the PCB for panel mounting (with access hole for adjustment).

LED Bar Graph Display

The current version changes R22 to a trimmer resistor, allowing the input sensitivity to be adjustable from less than 500mv to more than 15v.

DC through UHF input Relay board

(please see the technical article here)

High Power Output Relay Board

.094 FR4, DC through 222MHz, up to 1.5kw through 2m, 1kw through 222MHz

Reactance compensated for input VSWR less than 1.1 to1 across the entire band. Other values not shown below are available on request.

LNAs (preamps) and MMICs

222 MHz

222MHz Kilowatt RF Deck, Complete

Fully assembled and tested RF deck mounted on a 3" x 5" x 1/2" copper heat spreader, ready to bolt down to your heat sink. 1kw output minimum; typical output at saturation is 1100 to 1200w. Requires 4 to 5w drive for 1kw out, 50v @ 30a VDD, 12v @ 30ma for bias. (the reference technical article is here).

222MHz Kilowatt RF Deck Kit

This kit provides all parts necessary to build the 222MHz Kilowatt amplifier RF deck, and will work with the Freescale MRFE6VP1K25H, the NXP BLF578XR the BLF188XR LDMOS or the newer ART1K6 devices. The board included in the kit has all the latest improvements (temperature compensated bias circuit, separate DC drain feeds to reduce transformer heating, and ruggedized coaxial output matching capacitors). The reference technical article is here).

Complete kit for building the RF deck shown, supplied with machined copper spreader and NXP ART1K6 LDMOS, $617.00  

Or if you prefer, you can mix and match the various components below:

Here is a video showing how to flow-solder your LDMOS to the spreader.

Additional items useful for building complete amplifier systems are listed in this column

The technical article is here: This is a useful reference for assembling the kit versions.

Note: The default configuration for assembled/tested boards is for the detector diodes to be mounted to produce negative output signals. If you will be ordering the assembled/tested version of this product and prefer the output signals to be positive, be certain to send me an email when you place your order indicating that preference (contact info at the top of this page). Please read the end of the technical article for additional info.

The Ultimate Amplifier Control Board

This photo is version 6.3 (current version 6.5 is the same functionally), designed for the highest powered amplifiers and mast-mounted LNA's, with the following functions and features:

• On-board sequencer for control of antenna relays, amplifier bias and power supply feeds, and driver RF hold-off
• High VSWR lockout that will accept either a negative or a positive trigger signal
• High temperature lockout that will bypass an overheated amplifier until it cools down to a safe temperature
• Temperature-sensitive fan control for normal cooling
• Driver RF blocking during antenna relay changeovers
• Internal regulator, which allows operation from power sources ranging from 12v to 50v
• LED indicator feeds for power, transmit, SWR lock and High Temperature lock
• Can be used as a controller for a mast-mounted LNA

A description of all connections into and out of the board is located here: v63control.htm

The temperature sensor, optional voltage reducer and indicator LEDs are supplied; the user must supply the vswr detector and the fan if those functions are to be used.

High Current DC FET Switch

12v and 28v models can switch up to 35 amps, 50v or 65v models more than 45 amps

ALC Detector (26mm by 38mm)

Used at the input of an amplifier to provide an Automatic Level Control signal back to the driving radio. The adjustment trimmer can also be mounted to the back side of the PCB for panel mounting (with access hole for adjustment).

LED Bar Graph Display

The current version changes R22 to a trimmer resistor, allowing the input sensitivity to be adjustable from less than 500mv to more than 15v.

DC through UHF input Relay board

(please see the technical article here)

High Power Output Relay Board

.094 FR4, DC through 222MHz, up to 1.5kw through 2m, 1kw through 222MHz

Reactance compensated for input VSWR less than 1.1 to1 across the entire band. Other values not shown below are available on request.

LNAs (preamps) and MMICs

70 cm (420-450MHz)

500 watt 70cm RF decks and sub-assemblies

For the NXP ART700 or BLF184xr LDMOS

7 to 8w in for 500w out

click here to view the assembly guide for this product

Here is a video showing how to flow-solder your LDMOS to the spreader.

The technical article is here: This is a useful reference for assembling the kit versions.

Note: The default configuration for assembled/tested boards is for the detector diodes to be mounted to produce negative output signals. If you will be ordering the assembled/tested version of this product and prefer the output signals to be positive, be certain to send me an email when you place your order indicating that preference (contact info at the top of this page). Please read the end of the technical article for additional info.

The Ultimate Amplifier Control Board

This photo is version 6.3 (current version 6.5 is the same functionally), designed for the highest powered amplifiers and mast-mounted LNA's, with the following functions and features:

• On-board sequencer for control of antenna relays, amplifier bias and power supply feeds, and driver RF hold-off
• High VSWR lockout that will accept either a negative or a positive trigger signal
• High temperature lockout that will bypass an overheated amplifier until it cools down to a safe temperature
• Temperature-sensitive fan control for normal cooling
• Driver RF blocking during antenna relay changeovers
• Internal regulator, which allows operation from power sources ranging from 12v to 50v
• LED indicator feeds for power, transmit, SWR lock and High Temperature lock
• Can be used as a controller for a mast-mounted LNA

A description of all connections into and out of the board is located here: v63control.htm

The temperature sensor, optional voltage reducer and indicator LEDs are supplied; the user must supply the vswr detector and the fan if those functions are to be used.

High Current DC FET Switch

12v and 28v models can switch up to 35 amps, 50v or 65v models more than 45 amps

ALC Detector (26mm by 38mm)

Used at the input of an amplifier to provide an Automatic Level Control signal back to the driving radio. The adjustment trimmer can also be mounted to the back side of the PCB for panel mounting (with access hole for adjustment).

LED Bar Graph Display

The current version changes R22 to a trimmer resistor, allowing the input sensitivity to be adjustable from less than 500mv to more than 15v.

Reactance compensated for input VSWR less than 1.1 to1 across the entire band. Other values not shown below are available on request.

LNAs (preamps) and MMICs

LDMOS transistors

Automatic (remote-controllable) solid-state transverter interface and selector

(click link above for technical article)

Assembled and tested board $115

Dual Microwave RF detector (38mm by 50mm)

Designed to be used with directional couplers lacking their own detectors. An explanation for the use of this board is explained in the Sampling RF Power article. By changing the values of the input attenuators, and the mounting positions of the diodes, the board can be configured for different power levels and output polarities. An assembly guide for the kit is here.

Latching Relay Driver

Bias T for operating a remote LNA (preamp)

This board was designed to work with the IC-9700 on the low power side (up to 50w); the 9700 has the ability to enable a remote LNA by sending 12v down the coax to operate the LNA and its bypass relays; there are some other radios which can do the same (IC910H) and perhaps a few more I don't have experience with.

One of the shortcomings of the 12v supply is the 200 ma current limitation of the IC9700, but the bias T can "amplify" that current to a few amps if that much is needed (the technical write-up on its use is here)

The two versions of the board (for 144 through 432 and for 1296) are loaded and ready to put into your own enclosure with connectors of your choice. The pcb is small, just 1 x 2 inches (144-432 MHz version shown).

Assembled bias T board, 144 through 432 MHz $22

Assembled bias T board, 1296 MHz $22

4-event sequencer

LNAs (preamps) and MMICs

13 cm High Power Coupler (Ro4003c)

For combining the outputs of two amplifiers (or more), and capable of power levels in excess of 500w. Rogers 4003c substrate, commercially manufactured. Designed for a frequency range of 2280 to 2500 MHz, and measures aprox. 1.5 inches square. V11a specs are identical to the previous version shown in the photos in the links below.

This link shows how to connect the coupler

This link shows coupling response

This link shows return loss response

This link shows isolation response

This link demonstrates a layout for combining 4 amplifiers

Mosfet Module Amplifier Board Kit  - for any of the Mitsubishi RF modules in the H2 or H2S package; this board will also work with some of the Toshiba SAV modules.

 (SMT parts and blank board, does not include the mosfet module itself)

High Current DC FET Switch

12v and 28v models can switch up to 35 amps, 50v or 65v models more than 45 amps

The Ultimate Amplifier Control Board

This photo is version 6.3 (current version 6.5 is the same functionally), designed for the highest powered amplifiers and mast-mounted LNA's, with the following functions and features:

• On-board sequencer for control of antenna relays, amplifier bias and power supply feeds, and driver RF hold-off
• High VSWR lockout that will accept either a negative or a positive trigger signal
• High temperature lockout that will bypass an overheated amplifier until it cools down to a safe temperature
• Temperature-sensitive fan control for normal cooling
• Driver RF blocking during antenna relay changeovers
• Internal regulator, which allows operation from power sources ranging from 12v to 50v
• LED indicator feeds for power, transmit, SWR lock and High Temperature lock
• Can be used as a controller for a mast-mounted LNA

A description of all connections into and out of the board is located here: v63control.htm

The temperature sensor, optional voltage reducer and indicator LEDs are supplied; the user must supply the vswr detector and the fan if those functions are to be used.

LED Bar Graph Display

The current version changes R22 to a trimmer resistor, allowing the input sensitivity to be adjustable from less than 500mv to more than 15v.

Anaren or ATC 150w Termination (DC - 2.5 GHz), $18

Data sheet

DC through UHF input Relay board

(please see the technical article here)

High Power Output Relay Board

.094 FR4, DC through 222MHz, up to 1.5kw through 2m, 1kw through 222MHz

50 watt dc through 1.7 GHz relay board

The technical article is here: This is a useful reference for assembling the kit versions.

Note: The default configuration for assembled/tested boards is for the detector diodes to be mounted to produce negative output signals. If you will be ordering the assembled/tested version of this product and prefer the output signals to be positive, be certain to send me an email when you place your order indicating that preference (contact info at the top of this page). Please read the end of the technical article for additional info.