Transistors - FETs, MOSFETs - RF

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
BLM7G1822S-20PBGY

BLM7G1822S-20PBGY

Ampleon

RF FET LDMOS 65V 32.3DB SOT12121

162

BLF6G21-10G,135

BLF6G21-10G,135

Ampleon

RF FET LDMOS 65V 18.5DB SOT538A

0

BLM7G1822S-40ABY

BLM7G1822S-40ABY

Ampleon

RF FET LDMOS 65V 31.5DB SOT12112

100

BLC8G24LS-241AVZ

BLC8G24LS-241AVZ

Ampleon

RF FET LDMOS 65V 14.5DB SOT12521

3

BLF7G10LS-250,118

BLF7G10LS-250,118

Ampleon

RF FET LDMOS 65V 19.5DB SOT502B

100

BLF578XR,112

BLF578XR,112

Ampleon

RF MOSFET LDMOS DL 50V SOT539A

49

BLF8G22LS-240J

BLF8G22LS-240J

Ampleon

RF FET LDMOS 65V 19DB SOT502B

0

BLS7G3135L-350P,11

BLS7G3135L-350P,11

Ampleon

RF FET LDMOS 65V 10DB SOT539A

46

BLC10G18XS-400AVTZ

BLC10G18XS-400AVTZ

Ampleon

BLC10G18XS-400AVT/SOT1258/TRAY

80

BLM8G0710S-45ABGY

BLM8G0710S-45ABGY

Ampleon

RF FET LDMOS 65V 35DB SOT12122

59

BLP05H6250XRGY

BLP05H6250XRGY

Ampleon

RF FET LDMOS 135V 27DB SOT12242

98

BLF9G38-10GU

BLF9G38-10GU

Ampleon

RF MOSFET LDMOS SOT975C

158

BLF183XRSU

BLF183XRSU

Ampleon

RF FET LDMOS 135V 28DB SOT1121B

0

BLL8H1214L-500U

BLL8H1214L-500U

Ampleon

RF FET LDMOS 100V 17DB SOT539A

6

BLS9G3135L-115U

BLS9G3135L-115U

Ampleon

BLS9G3135L-115/SOT1135/TRAY

39

BLL1214-250

BLL1214-250

Ampleon

RF PFET, 1-ELEMENT, L BAND, SILI

26

BLP10H6120PGY

BLP10H6120PGY

Ampleon

RF MOSFET LDMOS 50V 4-HSOP

0

BLF189XRASU

BLF189XRASU

Ampleon

BLF189XRA/SOT539/TRAY

31

BLL6H1214P2S-250Z

BLL6H1214P2S-250Z

Ampleon

RF FET LDMOS 50V 27DB MODULE

0

BLF647P,112

BLF647P,112

Ampleon

RF FET LDMOS 65V 18DB SOT1121A

25

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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