Transistors - FETs, MOSFETs - RF

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
PD85035S-E

PD85035S-E

STMicroelectronics

FET RF 40V 870MHZ

0

PTFA080551E-V4-R250

PTFA080551E-V4-R250

Wolfspeed - a Cree company

IC FET RF LDMOS 55W H-36265-2

0

MRF7S21110HR3

MRF7S21110HR3

NXP Semiconductors

FET RF 65V 2.17GHZ NI-780

0

IRFAE20

IRFAE20

N-CHANNEL HERMETIC MOS HEXFET

0

BLF7G20LS-200,112

BLF7G20LS-200,112

Ampleon

RF FET LDMOS 65V 18DB SOT502B

0

BLF8G27LS-150GVJ

BLF8G27LS-150GVJ

Ampleon

RF FET LDMOS 65V 18DB SOT1244C

100

MRF7S21080HR3

MRF7S21080HR3

NXP Semiconductors

FET RF 65V 2.17GHZ NI-780

0

BLP05H6250XRY

BLP05H6250XRY

Ampleon

RF FET LDMOS 135V 27DB SOT12232

38

MRF7S19080HR3

MRF7S19080HR3

NXP Semiconductors

FET RF 65V 1.99GHZ NI-780

0

BLF8G20LS-160VU

BLF8G20LS-160VU

Ampleon

RF FET LDMOS 65V 20DB SOT1239B

0

BLC8G27LS-140AVZ

BLC8G27LS-140AVZ

Ampleon

RF FET LDMOS 65V 14.5DB SOT12751

23

BLC8G20LS-310AVY

BLC8G20LS-310AVY

Ampleon

RF FET LDMOS 65V 17DB SOT12583

100

BLP05H6110XRGY

BLP05H6110XRGY

Ampleon

RF FET LDMOS 135V 27DB SOT12242

98

MMRF1312GSR5

MMRF1312GSR5

NXP Semiconductors

TRANS 960-1215MHZ 1000W PEAK 50V

0

MRF8P26080HSR3

MRF8P26080HSR3

NXP Semiconductors

FET RF 2CH 65V 2.62GHZ NI780S-4

0

AFT18S230SR5

AFT18S230SR5

NXP Semiconductors

RF POWER FIELD-EFFECT TRANSISTOR

50

BLM9D2325-20ABZ

BLM9D2325-20ABZ

Ampleon

RF MOSFET LDMOS SOT1462-1

190

PD54008TR-E

PD54008TR-E

STMicroelectronics

TRANS RF PWR N-CH POWERSO-10RF

0

PN5033

PN5033

Central Semiconductor

TRANSISTOR PNP TH

0

PTVA104501EH-V1

PTVA104501EH-V1

Wolfspeed - a Cree company

450W, SI LDMOS, 50V, 960-1215MHZ

0

Transistors - FETs, MOSFETs - RF

1. Overview

RF FETs and MOSFETs are critical semiconductor devices designed for high-frequency signal amplification and switching in radio frequency (RF) applications. These transistors operate efficiently in microwave and RF circuits, enabling wireless communication, radar systems, and broadcasting equipment. Their ability to handle high frequencies (typically above 1 MHz) with minimal noise and distortion makes them indispensable in modern telecommunications infrastructure.

2. Main Types and Functional Classification

TypeFunctional FeaturesApplication Examples
Junction FET (JFET)Voltage-controlled device with low noise and high input impedanceLow-noise amplifiers in RF receivers
MESFETMetal-Semiconductor FET with GaAs substrate for high-speed operationSatellite communication systems
HEMT/PHEMTHigh-electron-mobility transistor with pseudomorphic structures5G base stations, microwave amplifiers
LDMOSLateral Diffused MOSFET with high power density and thermal stabilityCellular base station amplifiers
GaN HEMTGallium Nitride-based HEMT for ultra-high frequency/powerRadar systems, 5G mmWave

3. Structure and Composition

RF FETs typically feature a three-terminal structure (source, gate, drain) with a semiconductor channel (Si, GaAs, or GaN). The gate region uses Schottky contacts (MESFET) or insulated layers (MOSFET). Advanced devices like HEMTs employ heterojunctions between different semiconductor materials (e.g., AlGaN/GaN) to enhance electron mobility. Packaging includes ceramic or plastic enclosures with RF-compatible connectors to minimize parasitic capacitance and inductance.

4. Key Technical Specifications

ParameterDescriptionImportance
Frequency RangeOperational bandwidth (e.g., 0.1-6 GHz)Determines application suitability
Power Output (P1dB)1dB compression point (e.g., 10-500W)Measures linearity and saturation
Gain (S21)Signal amplification ratio (e.g., 10-30 dB)System sensitivity indicator
Efficiency (PAE)Power-added efficiency (e.g., 40-75%)Energy consumption metric
Input/Output VSWRVoltage Standing Wave Ratio (e.g., <2:1)Mismatch loss assessment

5. Application Fields

  • Telecommunications: 5G/4G base stations, small cells, fiber-optic networks
  • Defense: Radar systems, electronic warfare, UAV communication
  • Broadcasting: FM/TV transmitters, satellite uplinks
  • Medical: MRI machines, RF ablation equipment
  • Industrial: Plasma generators, RFID readers

6. Leading Manufacturers and Products

ManufacturerRepresentative ProductKey Specifications
NXP SemiconductorsMRF1K50GN50W GaN HEMT, 1.8-2.7GHz, 70% PAE
Wolfspeed (Cree)CGH4G090400F400W GaN HEMT, 900MHz, 10:1 VSWR ruggedness
InfineonBLS14H10LS-250250W LDMOS, 1.8-2.2GHz, 14dB gain
MACOMNPT1007SiGe HBT, 7GHz, 18dB gain for 5G

7. Selection Recommendations

  1. Match operating frequency to device transition frequency (fT)
  2. Verify power handling with derating curves under working temperatures
  3. Assess package thermal resistance (Rth) for longevity
  4. Compare S-parameters for impedance matching requirements
  5. Consider ESD protection and ruggedness for field conditions

8. Industry Trends

Key trends include: - Wide bandgap materials (GaN/SiC) enabling higher efficiency (>80%) at mmWave frequencies - 3D packaging for reduced parasitics in 5G massive MIMO systems - Integrated RF frontend modules (FEM) with on-chip matching networks - AI-driven design optimization for complex impedance matching - Growing adoption of GaN-on-diamond substrates for thermal management

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