TABLE V.
Summary of the measured performances of the expanders
| Parameters | Diode-based expander | Power MOSFET-based expander |
|---|---|---|
| Noise figure (dB) | 2.6 | 0.76 |
| Insertion loss (dB) | −1.4 | −0.3 |
| Total harmonic distortion (dB) | −56.0 | −62.9 |
| Reverse recovery time (ns) | 119 | 82 |
| Rise/fall time for +/− HV pulses (ns) | 3 | 3 |
| Dynamic power consumption (mW) | 0.2 | 1 |
| Electrical impedance (Ω) | 357.6 | 66.4 |