The device is capable of operation over a wde range of pulse widths, duty cycles and temperatures and can withstand a 3:1 output VSWR with a +1 dB input overdrive. Low RF thermal resistance, refractory/gold metallization, and computerized automatic wire bonding techniques ensure high reliability and product consistency. The AM82731-050 is supplied in the AMPACTM Hermetic Metal/Ceramic package with internal Input/Output impedance matching circuitry, and is intended for military and other high reliability applications.