Maximum Bandwidth Performance of Non- degenerate Parametric Amplifier with Single-Tuned Idler Circuit

The single-tuned bandwidth and limiting flat bandwidth of a nondegenerate reflection-type diode parametric amplifier is calculated. The amplifier has a broad-banding filter structure in the signal circuit and a single-tuned idler circuit. An experimental low-noise, wide-band Z-band amplifier is described, and measurement results are presented. The amplifier has a triple-tuned signal circuit and a single-tuned idler circuit and is pumped at 11.3 Gc. A nearly flat bandwidth of 23 per cent at 7 db gain and an effective input noise temperature of 70/spl deg/K at room temperature ambient and of 29/spl deg/K at liquid nitrogen (77/spl deg/K) ambient has been obtained.