ILA1005 Cellular Power Amplifier Module

Key Features:

Wide frequency coverage supporting GSM, LTE, and 5G FR1 applications
High output power with excellent linearity for stable and efficient transmission
Low noise figure with optimized gain for clean and reliable amplification
Energy-efficient design operating on a standard 5 V supply
Compact footprint with integrated thermal protection and reverse load tolerance
Robust and durable build for long-term operation in demanding environments
RoHS-compliant design ensuring eco-friendly and safe integration

The ILA1005 Cellular Power Amplifier Module is an advanced RF solution designed to deliver high efficiency, strong output power, and exceptional linearity across multiple wireless standards. With wideband frequency support, it covers GSM, LTE, and 5G FR1 applications, making it highly versatile for modern communication systems. The module ensures stable and reliable transmission for both data and voice services, with optimized gain and low noise performance that enhances signal quality while minimizing distortion. Its robust amplification capabilities make it ideal for integration into wireless infrastructure, IoT devices, mobile platforms, and embedded systems requiring superior connectivity.

Engineered for reliability, the ILA1005 features a compact yet durable form factor that enables seamless integration into space-constrained designs. Built-in thermal management and reverse load protection ensure stable operation under continuous and demanding conditions. In addition, RoHS compliance guarantees eco-friendly construction and safe deployment in various environments. Whether used in commercial networks, research setups, or next-generation communication equipment, the ILA1005 Cellular Power Amplifier Module delivers the performance, stability, and energy efficiency required for cutting-edge wireless applications.

Electrical Specifications @ Case Temperature Range for operating with Full Performance

Parameters			Specifications	Remark
Operating Frequency			925 ~ 960MHz
Output Power (Linear)			+33dBm Min
Output Power@1dB compression point			45dBm Typ.	P1dB
Small Signal Gain			+41 dB
Gain Variation Over operation Temp			±1 dB
IMD3 & IMD5 product level @Pout Per Tone=22dBm to 28dBm			-38dBm max	0.6MHz spacing
IMD3 & IMD5 product level per tones location @Pout Per Tone= 28dBm, 600KHz spacing			-38dBm max	Any frequency location. Band of interest: 855-960MHz
IMD3 & IMD5 product level per tone spacing @Pout Per Tone=28dBm			0.6 – 2MHz: -38dBm	Any 2 tone spacing 0.6-35MHz, per given table. Band of interest: 855-960MHz
			2 – 10MHz: -20dBm
			10 – 35MHz: -15dBm
Spurious emission			-38dBm Max
WCDMA (HSPA+) @ 33dBm output	EVM		3%	Test Model-1 with 64DPCH, One Carrier, PAR=10.2dB@ 0.01% Probability on CCDF
	Spectrum Emission Mask		Per ETSI TS 125 106 V12.1.0(2015-01) Category B.
	ACLR		Per ETSI TS 125 106 V12.1.0(2015-01)
LTE @ 33dBm output	EVM		2%	Test Model: E.T.M 3.1 Down Link Test EVM and SEM for 5MHz & 10MHz BW located at center, right edge and left edge of band.
	Spectrum Emission Mask		Per ETSI TS 136 106 V12.1.0 (2015-02) Category B, Option 2.
CDMA2000 @ 33dBm output	EVM		3%
	RHO		0.996
	ACPR CDMA 1FA 64 channel	±885KHz	-45dBc	@ 30 KHz RBW, 100Hz VBW
		±1.98MHz	-55dBc	@ 30 KHz RBW, 100Hz VBW
		±1.98MHz	-13dBm	@ 1MHz RBW, 100Hz VBW
GSM/GMSK/ EDGE/GPRS	8/16/32-PSK EVM		2%	Output Power: 33dBm
	GMSK Phase Error		2°rms, 10°peak

2^nd Harmonic	– 40dBc
Input / Output VSWR	1.2:1Typ, 1.5:1Max	S11 / S22
Turn-on time	300mS	From DC Power On or Enable
Forward(FWD) Power Monitoring @33dBm CW 1FA 100mV/dB	3.95V Min, 4V Typ, 4.05V Max	True RMS Detector
Operating Voltage	27V Min, 28V Typ, 30V Max	+27V Min, +30V Max
Supply Current @ Pout = 33dBm / 1CW	1.4A Max

Mechanical Specifications

Parameter	Specifications	Remark
Dimensions (L x W x H)	130 * 120 * 30 mm
Weight	0.85kg
RF Connectors In/Out	SMA – Female
Monitoring/DC Connectors	D-sub, 9 Pins, 4-40 screw
Cooling	External Heat Sink ( not included)

Environmental Characteristics

Parameters	Specifications	Remark
Case Temperature for operating without damage	-40°C to +85°C
Case Temperature for operating with full performance	-30°C to +80°C
Storage Temperature	-40°C to +85°C
Relative Humidity w/o condensation	95%
MTBF	220000Hr (25years)

Protection

Items	Specifications for Activation	Specifications for Recovery
Over Power Shutdown	42dBm min – 43dBm max	Recovery by toggling the Enable pin. PA will shut down after max 4 Sec from Over Power event
VSWR Auto -Shutdown/Recover	2.32:1 Max (R.L = 8dB )	VSWR Alarm will remain “High” till recovery by toggling Enable pin.
VSWR Auto -Shutdown Threshold	20dBm min	VSWR Auto-Shutdown shall work from output power of 20dBm and above. PA will shut down after max 4 Sec from Over Power event
Over Temperature Alarm	80°C±2	Alarm only, At Thermal Overload, The Alarm remains on till Auto Recovery or toggling the Enable pin.
Thermal Overload	85°C±2 Shutdown	75°C Auto-recover

I/O Interface (D-sub 9pin Male)

Pin No	Pin Description	Specifications	Remark
1	+28V DC Input
2	GND
3	Enable : Low Disable : High or Open
4	VSWR Alarm	Alarm “High” at VSWR event
5	Forward Power Detector	4.0V@ 33dBm CW 1FA, 100mv/dB
6	+28V DC Input
7	GND
8	PA Shut Down Indicator	Alarm “High” PA Shut Down	Open Drain
9	Over Temperature Alarm	Alarm “High” at Over temperature event – Measured on PA case.

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ILA1005 Cellular Power Amplifier Module — Accessories List
Category	Accessory	Part No. (SKU)	Description	Bands / Range	Qty	Notes
Power
Power	Regulated DC Adapter 5 V / 4 A	PSU-5V4A-LOCK	High-current desktop adapter with locking barrel, universal AC input, low ripple for sustained high output operation.	All	1	Recommended for continuous use
Power	DC Input Cable with Inline Ferrite	CBL-DC-FER-1M	AWG18, 1 m cable with clip-on ferrite to reduce conducted EMI on power lines.	All	1	Optional
Power	Inline Fuse Holder + 2 A Fuse	FUS-2A-KIT	Overcurrent protection recommended for installations and field use.	All	1	Safety
RF Cabling & Adapters
RF	Low-Loss SMA(M)-to-SMA(M) Coax, 30 cm	RF-SMA-MM-30-LL	RG316 low-loss cable, VSWR ≤1.25:1 up to 3 GHz for minimal insertion loss between module and equipment.	700–3000 MHz	2	Core
RF	U.FL-to-SMA(F) Pigtail, 15 cm	RF-UFL-SMAF-15	Converts on-board U.FL to SMA female for enclosure feed-through or external connectors.	700–3000 MHz	2	Optional
RF	50 Ω SMA Attenuator Set (3/6/10/20 dB)	ATT-SMA-SET	Precision attenuators rated 3 W for safe test and calibration during integration.	700–3000 MHz	1 set	Lab
RF	SMA Bulkhead Adapter (Panel Mount)	SMA-BHD-F	Panel-mount SMA bulkhead for enclosure feed-through; includes nut and washer.	All	2	Optional
Antennas
Antenna	Outdoor Omni Antenna, 5 dBi	ANT-OMNI-5DBI	Weatherproof omnidirectional antenna with N-female connector and mounting bracket for outdoor mounting.	700–2700 MHz	1	Optional
Antenna	High-Gain Directional Panel Antenna, 10 dBi	ANT-PANEL-10DBI	Improves link budget for fixed installations and point-to-point applications; N-to-SMA cable included.	1710–2690 MHz	1	Optional
Thermal Management
Thermal	Custom Bolt-on Heatsink (fits ILA1005)	HSK-ALU-50×35	Black anodized aluminum heatsink matched to module footprint, includes thermal adhesive pad and M2.5 screws.	All	1	Recommended for high duty cycles
Thermal	Thermal Interface Pad 1.5 mm, 8 W/m·K	THP-1_5MM-8W	Electrically insulating and high conductivity pad to improve heat transfer to heatsink or enclosure.	All	1	Core
Thermal	Active Micro Fan 40×40×10 mm, 5 V	FAN-40MM-5V	Small fan for forced-air cooling in confined enclosures or hot environments.	All	1	Optional
Mounting & Enclosures
Mounting	Standoff Kit, 6–8 mm (M2.5)	STF-M25-KIT	Brass standoffs, screws, and washers for secure PCB mounting inside enclosures.	All	1 kit	Core
Enclosure	Ventilated EMI Shielded Enclosure	ENC-RF-V	Conductive gasket, SMA bulkheads, vents for airflow and thermal path while maintaining EMI shielding.	All	1	Optional
Control & Interface
Control	Enable and Telemetry Breakout Cable	CTL-EN-TEL-3P	3-pin JST to flying leads for EN, TSSI/DET and VREF lines for easy prototype connection.	All	1	Optional
Interface	Bi-directional Logic Level Shifter	CTL-LVL-SFT	Translates control signals between 1.8 V 3.3 V and 5 V systems for safe integration.	All	1	Optional
Telemetry	Power Detector Adapter (SMA to BNC)	RF-PD-SMA-BNC	Connects module power-detector output to scopes or power meters for measurement and logging.	All	1	Test
Protection & EMI
Protection	RF Surge Protector (SMA)	RFS-SMA-DC3G	Gas discharge surge protector for outdoor antenna feeds to reduce lightning and surge risk.	700–3000 MHz	1	Outdoor
EMI	Clip-on Ferrite Set (6–8 mm)	EMI-FER-SET	Reduces conducted interference on power and control cables in noisy environments.	All	1 set	Optional
ESD	ESD Wrist Strap and Mat Kit	ESD-KIT-1	Essential electrostatic discharge protection during handling, assembly and testing.	All	1	Safety
Test & Measurement
Test	Calibrated RF Power Sensor	PM-SNSR-3G	High-accuracy inline power sensor for setup, calibration and compliance verification.	10 MHz–3 GHz	1	Lab
Test	Dummy Load 50 Ω 20 W	DL-50R-20W	Robust termination for burn-in and continuous high-power testing.	700–3000 MHz	1	Lab
Test	Directional Coupler 30 dB	DCPL-30DB	Enables forward and reflected power monitoring with minimal insertion loss.	800–2700 MHz	1	Test
Documentation & Bundles
Docs	Quick-Start Guide (Print)	DOC-QSG-ILA1005	Pinout, installation steps, recommended mounting and basic troubleshooting notes.	ILA1005	1	Included
Kit	Integration Starter Kit	KIT-INT-ILA1005	PSU 5 V/4 A heatsink + pad 2× SMA cables standoff kit quick-start guide and ESD mat.	All	1	Value
Kit	RF Lab Test Kit	KIT-LAB-RF	Attenuators terminations directional coupler dummy load and calibrated power sensor for compliance testing.	700–3000 MHz	1	Lab
Notes: 1) Verify connector gender and regional band requirements before ordering. 2) Outdoor antenna deployments require proper surge protection grounding and compliance with local regulations. 3) Thermal accessories are recommended for sustained high-power operation. 4) Substitute equivalent parts where SKUs are unavailable.