RF Amplifiers

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
BGA7127,118

BGA7127,118

NXP Semiconductors

IC AMP ISM 400MHZ-2.7GHZ 8HVSON

4665

HMC633-SX

HMC633-SX

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC RF AMP GP 5GHZ-17GHZ DIE

0

CMPA5259025F

CMPA5259025F

Wolfspeed - a Cree company

25W GAN MMIC PA 28V 5.2-5.9GHZ

23

PMA-5455+

PMA-5455+

SMT LOW NOISE AMPLIFIER, 50 - 60

0

SKY65452-92LF

SKY65452-92LF

Skyworks Solutions, Inc.

IC RF AMP CATV 40MHZ-1GHZ SC70-6

0

UPC2709TB-E3-A

UPC2709TB-E3-A

Flip Electronics

WIDE BAND LOW POWER AMPLIFIER, 1

0

HMC462LP5ETR

HMC462LP5ETR

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC RF AMP GP 2GHZ-20GHZ 32QFN

693

MMA041PP5/TR

MMA041PP5/TR

Roving Networks / Microchip Technology

MMIC, DC-20 GHZ, 23DBM LNA QFN P

0

MML09211HT1

MML09211HT1

Flip Electronics

WIDE BAND MEDIUM POWER AMPLIFIER

26200

TSS-23LN+

TSS-23LN+

SMT LOW NOISE AMPLIFIER, 30 - 20

0

HMC451

HMC451

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC RF AMP VSAT 5GHZ-20GHZ DIE

200

HMC-ALH244-SX

HMC-ALH244-SX

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC AMP VSAT DBS 24GHZ-40GHZ DIE

0

MMG3003NT1-NXP

MMG3003NT1-NXP

NXP Semiconductors

WIDE BAND MEDIUM POWER AMPLIFIER

720

SMA661ASTR

SMA661ASTR

STMicroelectronics

IC RF AMP GPS 1575MHZ SOT666

0

MPGA-152+

MPGA-152+

SMT DUAL MATCHED AMPLIFIER, 30 -

0

CMPA0530002S

CMPA0530002S

Wolfspeed - a Cree company

25W GAN MMIC PA, 28V, 2.5-6.0GHZ

0

PMA-545+

PMA-545+

SMT LOW NOISE AMPLIFIER, 50 - 60

0

HMC441

HMC441

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC RF AMP VSAT 6GHZ-18GHZ DIE

150

HMC609LC4

HMC609LC4

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC RF AMP GP 2GHZ-4GHZ 24SMT

11

HMC799LP3E

HMC799LP3E

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC RF AMP GP 0HZ-700MHZ 16SMT

236

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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