RF Amplifiers

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
BGA616H6327XTSA1

BGA616H6327XTSA1

IR (Infineon Technologies)

IC AMP CDMA 0HZ-2.7GHZ SOT343-4

4955

MAR-3+

MAR-3+

SMT GAIN BLOCK, DC - 2000 MHZ, 5

0

MAX2634AXT+T

MAX2634AXT+T

Maxim Integrated

IC AMP RKE 315MHZ 433MHZ SC70-6

365

PA511

PA511

Metelics (MACOM Technology Solutions)

AMPLIFIER

10

ADL5323ACPZ-R7

ADL5323ACPZ-R7

Analog Devices, Inc.

GAAS MATCHED RF PA PRE-DRIVER

1702

HMC591LP5TR

HMC591LP5TR

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC RF AMP 6GHZ-9.5GHZ 32QFN

0

LEE-9+

LEE-9+

SMT GAIN BLOCK, DC - 8000 MHZ, 5

0

HMC3587LP3BETR

HMC3587LP3BETR

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC RF AMP GP 4GHZ-10GHZ 12SMT

402

HMC634LC4TR

HMC634LC4TR

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC RF AMP GP 5GHZ-20GHZ 24SMT

415

PTMA180402M-V1

PTMA180402M-V1

Wolfspeed - a Cree company

IC RF AMP 1.8GHZ-2.1GHZ DSO20-63

0

LNA-30-00102600-30-10P

LNA-30-00102600-30-10P

MITEQ, Inc.(L3 Narda-MITEQ)

LNA .1-26 GHZ

2

MAX2092ETP+T

MAX2092ETP+T

Maxim Integrated

IC AMP LTE 700MHZ-2.7GHZ 20TQFN

0

MNA-5W+

MNA-5W+

SMT GAIN BLOCK, 500 - 4500 MHZ,

0

32-0125B-02

32-0125B-02

Tallysman Wireless

IC RF AMP GPS 1GHZ-2GHZ SMA

0

TSS-23HLN+

TSS-23HLN+

SMT LOW NOISE AMPLIFIER, 30 - 20

0

HMC463LP5E

HMC463LP5E

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC RF AMP GP 2GHZ-20GHZ 32QFN

35

SKY65013-70LF

SKY65013-70LF

Skyworks Solutions, Inc.

IC AMP WIMAX 100MHZ-7GHZ SOT89

852569000

HMC751LC4TR-R5

HMC751LC4TR-R5

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC RF AMP VSAT 17GHZ-27GHZ 24SMT

0

BGU8L1UK019

BGU8L1UK019

NXP Semiconductors

LOW NOISE AMPLIFIER MMIC FOR LTE

300000

HMC608LC4TR

HMC608LC4TR

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC RF AMP 9.5GHZ-11.5GHZ 24SMT

0

RF Amplifiers

1. Overview

RF/IF amplifiers and RFID amplifiers are critical components in wireless communication systems, designed to boost signal strength while maintaining signal integrity. RF amplifiers operate across radio frequency (RF) and intermediate frequency (IF) bands, enabling signal transmission/reception in devices like base stations, IoT modules, and medical equipment. RFID amplifiers specialize in enhancing signals for radio frequency identification systems, ensuring reliable data exchange between readers and tags. These components are essential for modern technologies such as 5G networks, smart logistics, and contactless payment systems.

2. Main Types and Functional Classification

TypeFunctional CharacteristicsApplication Examples
Low Noise Amplifier (LNA)High sensitivity, minimal added noiseRF receivers, satellite communication
Power Amplifier (PA)High output power, efficiency optimizationCellular base stations, Wi-Fi routers
IF AmplifierFixed/dynamic gain control at IF bandsTelevision tuners, radar systems
Variable Gain Amplifier (VGA)Adjustable gain for signal conditioningSoftware-defined radios, test equipment
RFID Reader AmplifierImpedance matching for tag interrogationUHF RFID readers, NFC terminals

3. Structure and Components

Typical RF amplifiers consist of: - Dielectric substrate (e.g., FR4, Rogers material) with conductive traces - Transistor elements (GaAs FETs, SiGe BJTs, or GaN HEMTs) - Impedance matching networks (LC circuits or microstrip lines) - Thermal management (heat sinks or thermal vias) - Shielded enclosure for EMI protection Modern designs integrate bias tees, directional couplers, and protection diodes.

4. Key Technical Specifications

ParameterDescriptionImportance
Gain (dB)Signal amplification ratioDetermines signal reach and clarity
Noise Figure (dB)Additional noise introducedImpacts receiver sensitivity
Output Power (dBm)Maximum deliverable powerDictates transmission distance
Frequency Range (GHz)Operational bandwidthSystem compatibility factor
P1dB CompressionLinear-to-saturation thresholdEnsures signal fidelity
IP3 (dBm)Intermodulation distortion resistanceMulti-signal environment performance

5. Application Fields

  • Telecommunications: 5G NR base stations, microwave links
  • Healthcare: MRI machine RF coils, wireless endoscopy
  • Logistics: UHF RFID warehouse automation
  • Automotive: V2X communication modules, tire pressure sensors
  • Consumer Electronics: Bluetooth LE beacons, NFC payment terminals

6. Leading Manufacturers and Products

ManufacturerRepresentative ProductKey Features
Texas InstrumentsLMX2500Integrated synthesizer with 15dBm output power
Analog DevicesADAR10004-channel mmWave beamformer for 24GHz RFID
STMicroelectronicsSTRF79XHighly integrated NFC/RFID transceiver
Nordic SemiconductornRF215402.4GHz front-end module with +20dB gain
ImpinjR4H001UHF Gen2 RFID reader IC with on-chip amplifier

7. Selection Guidelines

Key considerations include: - Frequency alignment with system requirements - Gain flatness across operational bandwidth - Thermal dissipation capabilities - Package type (QFN, BGA, or connectorized) - Environmental compliance (temperature, humidity) - Cost vs. performance trade-offs

8. Industry Trends

Emerging trends include: - Transition to GaN technology for higher power density - Silicon integration for mmWave applications - AI-driven dynamic impedance matching - Energy-efficient Class-J and Doherty architectures - Convergence with photonic ICs for 6G systems

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