12 W GaN power amplifier covers 0.1 to 3.0 GHz
The cascode configuration offers exceptional wideband performance as well as supporting 48 V operation. The amplifier operates from 0.1 to 3.0 GHz and provides 12 W of saturated output power with 14 dB of large signal gain and greater than 40 % power-added efficiency.
Other features include PSat of 41 dBm at Pin of 27 dBm, P1dB greater than 34 dB, small signal gain of 22 dB, and return loss of 10 dB (midband).
The broadband performance supports both radar and communication applications across defense and commercial markets as well as electronic warfare. The TGA2216 is fully matched to 50 ohms at both RF ports allowing for simple system integration. DC blocks are required on both RF ports and the drain voltage must be injected through an off chip bias-tee on the RF output port.
The amplifier is lead-free and RoHS compliant, with dimensions of 1.8 x 1.8 x 0.10 mm.
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