RF Amplifiers

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
HMC374E

HMC374E

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC RF AMP GP 300MHZ-3GHZ SOT26

11

SKY66186-11

SKY66186-11

Skyworks Solutions, Inc.

IC RF AMP LTE 728MHZ-768MHZ

0

BGA5H1BN6E6327XTSA1

BGA5H1BN6E6327XTSA1

IR (Infineon Technologies)

IC RF AMP LTE 2.3GHZ-2.69GHZ

10931

LNA-30-04001200-20-15P

LNA-30-04001200-20-15P

MITEQ, Inc.(L3 Narda-MITEQ)

LNA 4-12 GHZ

1

F1423NBGI8

F1423NBGI8

Renesas Electronics America

VFQFPN 4.00X4.00X0.80 MM, 0.50MM

0

MGA-412P8-TR1G

MGA-412P8-TR1G

Broadcom

IC RF AMP IEEE 1.7GHZ-3GHZ 8LPCC

237

HMC1013LP4E

HMC1013LP4E

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC AMP RADAR 500MHZ-18.5GHZ SMT

29

THS9001DBVT

THS9001DBVT

Texas Instruments

IC AMP CELL 50MHZ-350MHZ SOT23-6

220

HMC752LC4

HMC752LC4

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC RF AMP GP 24GHZ-28GHZ 24CSMT

10

QMC-MX2-28F23

QMC-MX2-28F23

Quantum Microwave Components

WR-28 ACTIVE MULTIPLIERMF X2

0

HMC613LC4BTR-R5

HMC613LC4BTR-R5

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC AMP RADAR 100MHZ-20GHZ 24SMT

0

ADPA9002ACGZN

ADPA9002ACGZN

Analog Devices, Inc.

DC - 10 GHZ 2 WATT PA

0

ADPA7007AEHZ

ADPA7007AEHZ

Analog Devices, Inc.

31 DBM P1DB, 20 DB GAIN

10

AD605ARZ

AD605ARZ

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC OPAMP VGA 2 CIRCUIT 16SOIC

49

HMC1061LC5

HMC1061LC5

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC RF AMP RADAR 0HZ-18GHZ 32SMT

6

CA3509M4

CA3509M4

CEL (California Eastern Laboratories)

LOW NOISE AMPLIFIER HJ-FET

1600

AFIC10275GNR1

AFIC10275GNR1

NXP Semiconductors

IC AMP 978MHZ-1.09GHZ TO270 WB14

0

MAAM-011184-TR1000

MAAM-011184-TR1000

Metelics (MACOM Technology Solutions)

IC RF AMP CATV 5MHZ-300MHZ 8MSOP

1503

LNA-30-04000800-07-10P

LNA-30-04000800-07-10P

MITEQ, Inc.(L3 Narda-MITEQ)

LNA 4 TO 8 GHZ

0

BGA6289,135

BGA6289,135

NXP Semiconductors

WIDE BAND LOW POWER AMPLIFIER

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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