MAAP-118260 Power Amplifier delivers gain of 28.5 dB.

Press Release Summary:

Operating in 17.7 GHz to 26.5 GHz frequency range with 5 V and 650 mA typical bias, MAAP-118260 Power Amplifier deliver +37.0 dBm output third order intercept point with more than +28.5 dBm of output P1dB. Housed in lead-free, fully-molded 5 mm, 24-lead, QFN package that consists of four-stage power amplifier, on-chip power and envelope detectors. Suitable for use in 18 GHz, 23 GHz and 26 GHz cellular backhaul applications, unit comes with on-chip ESD protection.


Original Press Release:

Richardson RFPD Introduces New Fully-integrated Power Amplifier for 18, 23 and 26 GHz Cellular Backhaul and Point-to-Point Applications from MACOM

Enables simpler implementation and volume assembly

Richardson RFPD, Inc. announced today the availability and full design support capabilities for a new power amplifier from MACOM Technology Solutions Inc.

The MAAP-118260 is a packaged linear power amplifier that operates from 17.7 GHz to 26.5 GHz and provides 28.5 dB of gain and +37.0 dBm output third order intercept point (OIP3) with more than +28.5 dBm of output P1dB.

The device is assembled in a lead-free, fully-molded 5 mm, 24-lead, QFN package and consists of a four-stage power amplifier with integrated, on-chip power and envelope detectors. It includes on-chip ESD protection structures to ease the implementation and volume assembly. The new PA is suitable for use in 18 GHz, 23 GHz and 26 GHz cellular backhaul and point-to-point applications.

Additional key features of the MAAP-118260 include:

  • Typical bias: 5 V, 650 mA
  • Psat: 1.26 W
  • Power added efficiency (PAE): 18%

To find more information, or to purchase this product today online, please visit the MAAP-118260 webpage. The device is also available by calling 1-800-737-6937 (within North America); or please find a local sales engineer (worldwide) at Local Sales Support http://www.richardsonrfpd.com/content/english/contactus/Pages/SalesSupport.aspx. To learn about additional products from MACOM, please visit the MACOM storefront webpage http://www.richardsonrfpd.com/content/english/aboutus/Pages/Suppliers-Storefront.aspx?supplierId=272.

About Richardson RFPDOperating in 17.7 GHz to 26.5 GHz frequency range with 5 V and 650 mA typical bias, MAAP-118260 Power Amplifier deliver +37.0 dBm output third order intercept point with more than +28.5 dBm of output P1dB. Housed in lead-free, fully-molded 5 mm, 24-lead, QFN package that consists of four-stage power amplifier, on-chip power and envelope detectors. Suitable for use in 18 GHz, 23 GHz and 26 GHz cellular backhaul applications, unit comes with on-chip ESD protection.

Richardson RFPD, an Arrow Electronics company, is a global leader in the RF and wireless communications, power conversion and renewable energy markets. It brings relationships with many of the industry’s top radio frequency and power component suppliers. Whether it’s designing components or engineering complete solutions, Richardson RFPD’s worldwide design centers and technical sales team provide comprehensive support for customers’ go-to-market strategy, from prototype to production. More information is available online at www.richardsonrfpd.com.

Contacts:

Dave Silvius

Director, Strategic Marketing

Richardson RFPD

1950 S. Batavia Avenue, Suite 100

Geneva, IL 60134

Email: dsilvius@richardsonrfpd.com

Phone: 630 262 6800

Fax: 630 262 6850

richardsonrfpd.com

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