AmpliTech Group, Inc. (AmpliTech) designs, engineers, and assembles micro-wave component-based amplifiers that meet individual customer specifications.
The company’s products consist of Radio Frequency (RF) amplifiers and related subsystems, operating at multiple frequencies from 50kHz to 44GHz, including low noise amplifiers (LNA), medium power amplifiers, cryogenic amplifiers, and custom assembly designs for the global satellite communications, telecom (5G & IoT), space, defense, and quantum...
AmpliTech Group, Inc. (AmpliTech) designs, engineers, and assembles micro-wave component-based amplifiers that meet individual customer specifications.
The company’s products consist of Radio Frequency (RF) amplifiers and related subsystems, operating at multiple frequencies from 50kHz to 44GHz, including low noise amplifiers (LNA), medium power amplifiers, cryogenic amplifiers, and custom assembly designs for the global satellite communications, telecom (5G & IoT), space, defense, and quantum computing markets. The company also offers non-recurring engineering services on a project-by-project basis, for a predetermined fixed contractual amount, or on a time plus material basis. The company has both domestic and international customers in such industries as aerospace, governmental, defense and commercial satellite.
The company’s divisions include Specialty Microwave, Spectrum Semiconductor Materials, AmpliTech Group MMIC Design Center (AGMDC) and AmpliTech Group True G Speed Services (AGTGSS).
Specialty Microwave designs and manufactures state-of- the-art precision SATCOM microwave components, RF subsystems and specialized electronic assemblies for the military and commercial markets, flexible and rugged waveguides, wave guide adapters and more.
In 2021, the company opened AGMDC, a monolithic microwave integrated circuits (MMIC) chip design center, in Texas and has started to implement several of its proprietary amplifier designs into MMIC components. MMICs are semiconductor chips used in high-frequency communications applications. MMICs are widely desired for power amplification solutions to service emerging technologies, such as phased array antennas and quantum computing. MMICs carry a smaller footprint enabling them to be incorporated into a broader array of systems while reducing costs. AGMDC designs, develops and manufactures state-of-the-art signal processing components for satellite and 5G communications networks, defense, space and other commercial applications, allowing the company to market its products to wider base of customers requiring high technology in smaller packages.
The company’s AGTGSS division enables true G speeds to the industry. AGTGSS’ main function will be to plan and configure 5G radio systems and make them O-RAN compliant. AGTGSS will implement AmpliTech’s low noise amplifier devices in these systems to promote greater coverage, longer range and faster speeds.
The company’s research and development initiative to expand its product line of low noise amplifiers to include its new 5G and wireless infrastructure products, cryogenic amplifiers and MMIC designs is progressing significantly. The company’s combined engineering and manufacturing resources are expected to complement the development of new subsystems for satellite, wireless, and 5G infrastructures, as well as advanced military and commercial markets.
Products and Services
The company’s core AmpliTech Inc. division offers products consisting of connectorized RF amplifiers and related subsystems, operating at frequencies from 50kHz to 44GHz, including low noise amplifiers, medium power amplifiers, cryogenic amplifiers, and custom assembly designs for the aerospace, governmental, defense and commercial satellite markets.
The company’s fully operational AGMDC division in Texas has successfully transferred its proprietary technology from connectorized products into monolithic microwave integrated circuits, (MMICs) and is offering in chip form, LNA’s, power amplifiers, filters, attenuators, thru lines and has the ability to provide custom design projects. Over 25 new MMIC chip technology products were released during 2023.
In connection with the acquisition of its Specialty Microwave Division (SMW), the company began designing and manufacturing passive microwave components and related subsystems that meet individual customer specifications for both domestic and international customers.
The company’s SSM division is a globally authorized distributor of IC packaging and lids for semiconductor device assembly, prototyping, testing, and production requirement.
Through its AGTGSS division, the company is actively developing and is manufacturing its newest product line of Open Radio Unit For Sub 6GHz expecting full deployments in late 2024. This new phase array product supports 3.4-4.0 GHz and 2.496-2.69 GHz, with 8 x 4 x 2 = 64 Active Phased Array Elements. It is Digital Beam Forming Compliant With O-RAN/Keysight O-DU. This product uses proprietary technology comprised of existing core LNA products as well as MMICs from the company’s AGMDC division in Texas.
Low Noise Amplifiers
Low Noise Amplifiers, or LNAs, are amplifiers used in receivers of almost every type of communication system (Wi-Fi, radar, satellite, base station, cell phone, radio, etc.) to improve signal strength and increase sensitivity and range of receivers.
Medium Power Amplifiers
Medium Power Amplifiers, or MPAs, provide increased output power and gain in transceiver chains to increase signal power and maintain dynamic range and linearity in radars, base-stations, wireless networks, and almost every communication system.
Satellite Access Point Block Downconverter (BDC)
The Specialty Microwave BDC assembly is used as a test device on Satellite Access Point (SAP) antennas located worldwide. The BDC assembly converts a Ka band signal, 17.7 GHz to 19.7 GHz, from the LNAs on either polarization of the antenna to between 950 and 2150 MHz using a high and low band block downconverter.
1:2 Tx Protection Switch Panel Subsystem
The Specialty Microwave 1:2 Tx Protection Switch panel is a logic panel used in satellite communications earth stations. The system mechanism operates waveguide and coaxial switches to operator desired positions.
Desktop/Benchtop and Compact Wideband Power Amplifiers
These products are utilized over a frequency range of .1 to 40 GHz used in SATCOM rack mount systems as well as test equipment used in integrators and manufacturers of various communications systems, such as cellular base stations, simulators, and point to point wireless radios.
Waveguide to Coaxial Adapters
These adapters are used in all SATCOM and satellite internet gateway systems from S band to K band, or 2GHz to 50 GHz.
Cryogenic Amplifiers
The company’s line of cryogenic amplifiers is designed to operate at temperatures as low as 4K that offer much lower noise figures than its standard models. Consuming as little DC power as +0.5V DC@8mA, the light weight, compact housings provide excellent performance while generating very little heat. These amplifiers are very useful for applications that require the absolute minimum amounts of noise injection for the growing market of low temperature applications, such as quantum computing, medical applications, RF imaging, research & development, space communications, accelerators, radiometry and telephony.
The company’s re-designed cryogenic 4.0 – 8.0 GHz amplifiers for quantum computing have been tested and validated by a third-party laboratory for performance.
Cryogenic and Non-Cryogenic 4g/5g Small Cell Subsystems
These products are utilized in private and public high-speed networks and airline WI-FI systems.
IC Packaging
The company offers multiple IC packaging and lids product lines according to desired product specifications, device performance, dimensions, resistances, and tolerances.
PHEMT MMIC Technology LNA’s
AmpliTech’s new line of low noise amplifiers introduces high performance, high reliability MMIC-based designs. These new products will cover widely used standard frequency ranges in the 2.0 – 4 GHz, 4.0 – 8.00 GHz and 2-18 GHz offering unparalleled low noise figure and featuring its proprietary low noise MMIC technology by the company’s AGMDC Division.
Coaxial In-Line Low Noise Amplifiers
A new product line of competitively priced low noise amplifiers, featuring AmpliTech’s MMIC Technology from the company’s AGMDC Division. These amplifiers offer a very competitive gain performance, exceptional low noise figures, and DC bias through the RF output. These coaxial in-line LNA’s can be used for a wide range of design applications and are suitable for Military and Commercial applications. Their compact design and outstanding electrical performance make them an indispensable asset in RF design and experimentation.
Coaxial In-Line Band Pass Filters
These bandpass filters cover industry standard frequency ranges, I.e., 17.52-21.45 GHz with 50O matched DC blocked RF ports. These products can be used for a wide range of design applications and are suitable for military and commercial applications when cost considerations are paramount. They are also covered by the company’s standard 3-year warranty. Their compact design and outstanding electrical performance make them an indispensable asset in RF design and experimentation.
Ka Band LNB (Low-Noise Block Down Converter Unit)
Featuring its proprietary AmpliTech LNA low noise technology, this Ka Band LNB was designed for superior performance in small sats, LEO, MEO, GEO and portable or fixed Ka-Band teleport applications.
Directional Couplers
AmpliTech’s new line of directional couplers presents a high-performance solution in signal splitting and monitoring technology. Designed with precision and engineered for high performance, these couplers provide accurate power division while maintaining signal integrity. With a wide range of coupling ratios and frequency options, these directional couplers are ideal for a variety of applications, including telecommunications, radar systems, and aerospace technology.
Power Dividers
The company’s power dividers stand as a testament to AmpliTech’s commitment to delivering innovative solutions through a strategic research and development business plan. Built to handle high-power RF signals, these dividers ensure minimal signal loss during distribution. Whether for in-building wireless systems or distributed antenna systems, these power dividers offer unparalleled efficiency and signal fidelity, making them an essential choice for RF engineers and system integrators.
Quadrature Hybrid 90-degree Couplers
Quadrature hybrid 90-degree coupler components pave the way for seamless integration in phase-critical applications. These hybrids excel in creating two signals with precisely controlled phase separation, making them indispensable for quadrature modulators, demodulators, and phase shifters. Their compact design and outstanding electrical performance make them an indispensable asset in RF design and experimentation.
5G Network in a Box (NIB)
This single box is essentially a plug-n-play solution for P5G and local carriers and is another innovative product from the company’s AGTGSS division. A 5G NIB offers several benefits to customers, including rapid deployment, flexibility, cost-effectiveness, localized high-speed connectivity, enhanced security, and interoperability.
Massive MIMO, 64T64R ORAN, CAT B Radio Network
The Massive MIMO, 64T64R ORAN, CAT B Radio Network is expected to become the company’s flagship product. With 16 Layers DL/ 8 Layers UL, CSI-RS and SRS beamforming capabilities and beam steering technology, this radio provides true 5G speeds with improved signal strength, enhanced coverage, increased user capacity and adheres to the ORAN specifications promoting openness and interoperability in radio access networks.
Technology
The company’s products are supported by hybrid design topologies that create highly linear RF products that amplify and transform signals with minimal addition of noise, achieving high Signal to Noise Ratio (SNR) and increased receiver sensitivity and range. The company’s hybrid design topologies include Discrete Microwave Integrated Circuit (MIC) Pseudomorphic High Electron Mobility Transistor (PHEMT); and MIC and Low Noise MIC.
Research and Development
The company’s research and development costs for the year ended December 31, 2023, were $2,341,845.
Strategy
The key elements of the company’s strategy are to reorganize to have its shares traded on a national exchange to improve access to capital resources and a much broader customer base with higher volumes, as well as better access to large OEMs; new product development; and commercialize existing core technology into specific high-volume technology sectors and obtain patent on such technology
Manufacturing and Distribution
The company relies on its sales representatives to channel its products throughout the Americas as well as to countries in Europe, the Middle East and South Asia.
On April 1, 2023, the company announced its partnership with NGK Electronic Devices, to become their U.S. distributor for NGK’s state-of-the-art RF Microwave products. This partnership marks NGK’s first distribution agreement with a U.S. partner, presenting a significant opportunity for both parties. NGK Electronic Devices, based in Japan, is a world leader in the development and manufacturing of ceramic semiconductor packages. These advanced products play a crucial role in the semiconductor packaging industry, addressing key concerns, such as heat management and electrical insulation. AmpliTech’s semiconductor distribution division, Spectrum Semiconductor, will leverage its extensive distribution network and expertise to ensure that NGK’s RF Microwave Packages product line is readily available to customers across the United States, further expanding NGK’s global presence.
The Company is ISO 9001:2015 and AS9120B certified for the Distribution of Semiconductor Materials for the Assembly Phase of Integrated Circuit Manufacturing, as well as in compliance with the Conflict Minerals Reporting Template (CMRT), the European Union’s Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) and Registration, Evaluation, Authorization, and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH) directives, as well as registered with the U.S. Government’s System for Award Management (SAM).
Raw Materials
The company is subject to rules promulgated by the Securities Exchange Commission pursuant to the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act regarding the use of certain materials (tantalum, tin, gold and tungsten), known as conflict minerals, which are mined from the Democratic Republic of the Congo and adjoining countries.
In February 2018, the company entered into an advisory agreement with Sunbiz Holding Corp to promote market awareness in Asia and the Middle East. The advisory agreement had been extended for an additional two years ending in 2022.
Marketing
The company employs an aggressive and focused approach to market its products, at various venues including trade shows, strategic alliances, websites and trade magazines. The company targets specific types of customers such as system integrators, defense contractors, cellular and wireless service providers but it should be noted that it also focuses on expanding its customer base to include users of consumer applications and products. The company continues its online and print ads, as well as its virtual meetings and conferences.
In February 2018, the Company entered into an advisory agreement with Sunbiz Holding Corp to promote market awareness in Asia and the Middle East. The advisory agreement had been extended for an additional two years ending in 2022.
Trade Shows: The company attends trade shows, such as IMS (International Microwave Symposium), European Microwave Symposium, MWC (Mobile World Congress) and the Satellite Show in Washington D.C. The company also sponsors some trade shows to gain recognition and presence.
Strategic Alliances: The company explores opportunities with global OEMs by seeking out strategic alliances that improve sales and presence in the marketplace and expand its product line and capabilities, thereby broadening its customer base.
Website: The company maintains a dynamic website to capture more business via worldwide customer searches for its products on the internet. The company’s website has also been updated to include an e-commerce dashboard with access to purchase its products. The company’s website is available at www.amplitechgroup.com.
Trade Magazines
The company advertises its products in Microwave Product Digest and Microwave Journal.
Customers
The company serves a diverse customer base located primarily in the United States, Europe and South Asia, in the aerospace, governmental defense, commercial satellite and wireless industries. Some of the company’s customers include Viasat, L3 Harris Technologies, CPI, Lockheed Martin, Microsemi, Cett Technology and Universal Enterprise. As of December 31, 2023, there was one customer that accounted for 8.45% of the company’s total revenue. The company has both direct and indirect relationships with these customers domestically and abroad via exclusive and non-exclusive sales representatives.
Competition
The company faces significant competition in the amplifier industry from both established and emerging players, such as Lucix, Erzia, and Narda-Miteq.
Government Regulation
The company’s operations are subject to extensive, and frequently changing, federal, state and local environmental laws and substantial related regulation by government agencies, including the Environmental Protection Agency. Among other matters, these regulatory authorities impose requirements that regulate the operation, handling, transportation and disposal of hazardous materials; protect the health and safety of workers; and require the company to obtain and maintain licenses and permits in connection with its operations.
History
AmpliTech Group, Inc. was founded in 2002. The company was incorporated in 2010 in the state of Nevada.
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