PCS Electronics 3000W Pallet Amplifier

PCS Electronics 3000W Pallet Amplifier is a high-power RF module for integration into FM broadcast transmission equipment. Using two Ampleon ART2K0 LDMOS devices in a compact planar design, it covers 87.5–108 MHz and delivers approximately 3000 W under the manufacturer’s stated operating conditions. This pallet is an amplifier component, not a complete transmitter, and requires an appropriately engineered power supply, cooling system and output network.

High-Power FM Amplification

The PCS Electronics 3000W Pallet Amplifier features 50-ohm input and output impedances for connection to compatible RF driver stages and output networks. Published drive requirements are approximately 6–10 W, with achievable output depending on frequency, supply voltage and operating conditions. Its dual-device planar layout provides a compact building block for high-power FM transmitter assemblies.

DC Supply and Cooling Requirements

PCS Electronics 3000W Pallet Amplifier requires an external DC supply capable of supporting the intended operating power. The manufacturer specifies a maximum supply voltage of 65 V, with current demand exceeding 60 A at high RF output. Secure thermal mounting, a suitable heatsink and effective cooling are essential to remove heat during operation. Select the supply and cooling arrangement for the intended duty cycle rather than relying on the headline output rating alone.

Integration and Operating Conditions

The finished installation requires suitable output filtering, monitoring and protection. Confirm the supplied hardware revision, bias settings and applicable manufacturer instructions before applying power. Introduce RF drive cautiously while monitoring output power, supply current and temperature. The published maximum output and efficiency figures describe specific operating points; they do not guarantee identical performance across the entire FM band or under every installation condition.

Basic Specifications

• Amplifier type: high-power FM planar pallet module.
• Power devices: two Ampleon ART2K0 LDMOS devices.
• Frequency range: 87.5–108 MHz.
• Typical maximum RF output: approximately 3000 W at 100 MHz with a 65 V supply.
• RF input power: approximately 6–10 W.
• Maximum DC supply voltage: 65 V.
• Supply current: above 60 A at high RF output.
• Input and output impedance: 50 ohms.
• Published efficiency: approximately 83% at 108 MHz, FM/CW.
• Module dimensions: 255 × 100 × 30 mm, L × W × H.