Quarterwave Corporation has been at the forefront of traveling wave tube amplifier technology for nearly four decades, serving defense, aerospace, and scientific research communities worldwide.
Founded in 1987, Quarterwave Corporation was established to develop wide band, pulsed Traveling Wave Tube Amplifiers specifically for radar cross-section measurement and stealth technology development programs.
Our amplifiers quickly became the industry standard, earning recognition from defense contractors, government laboratories, and research institutions for their exceptional reliability and performance.
Today, we continue to manufacture state-of-the-art TWT amplifiers covering frequencies from 0.5 to 100 GHz with power outputs ranging from 5 watts CW to 50 kilowatts pulsed, serving applications from satellite communications to electronic warfare training.
Established to serve RCS measurement and stealth technology development programs.
Selected for TRMM (Tropical Rainfall Measuring Mission) satellite program, establishing space-qualified heritage.
Introduced embedded microprocessors with Ethernet control across the entire product line.
Trusted by defense contractors, national laboratories, and research institutions worldwide.
Comprehensive in-house engineering, manufacturing, and support services.
State-of-the-art engineering facilities for custom amplifier design and system integration.
Complete assembly and integration capabilities with rigorous quality control processes.
Comprehensive microwave testing facilities for full characterization and verification.
Comprehensive documentation and testing to ensure every unit meets specifications.
Direct access to engineering staff for technical assistance and troubleshooting.
Complete service manuals with schematics, theory of operation, and bill of materials.
Strategically located in California's Sonoma County wine country.
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100% Domestic Manufacturing
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