RF Amplifiers

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
AD8350ARMZ15

AD8350ARMZ15

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC RF AMP CATV 0HZ-1GHZ 8MSOP

7772

SKY66288-11

SKY66288-11

Skyworks Solutions, Inc.

IC RF AMP LTE 5.15GHZ-5.9GHZ

0

ADL5243ACPZ-R7

ADL5243ACPZ-R7

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC AMP GP 100MHZ-4GHZ 32LFCSP

1023

ISL55012IEZ-T7

ISL55012IEZ-T7

Intersil (Renesas Electronics America)

IC AMP BL TOOTH 500MHZ-3GHZ SC70

5710

ERA-4SM+

ERA-4SM+

SMT GAIN BLOCK, DC - 4000 MHZ, 5

0

HMC518

HMC518

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC RF AMP VSAT 20GHZ-32GHZ DIE

24

A77-1

A77-1

Metelics (MACOM Technology Solutions)

AMPLIFIER,CASCADABLE,THIN FILM

14

HMC441LH5

HMC441LH5

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC RF AMP GP 7GHZ-15.5GHZ 12SMT

0

MAX2269EUE

MAX2269EUE

Analog Devices, Inc.

CEL-BAND LINEAR POWER AMPLIFIER

0

CMPA9396025S

CMPA9396025S

Wolfspeed - a Cree company

25W GAN MMIC PA, 40V, 9.3-9.6GHZ

0

MAX2655EXT+

MAX2655EXT+

Analog Devices, Inc.

MAX2655 1575 MHZ/1900 MHZ VARIAB

67417

MAX2669EWT+

MAX2669EWT+

Analog Devices, Inc.

ULTRA LOW NOISE FIGURE UPS/GNSS

2480

SE2433T-R

SE2433T-R

Skyworks Solutions, Inc.

IC RF AMP ISM 2.4GHZ 12QFN

43676

HFA3424IB96

HFA3424IB96

2.4GHZ-2.5GHZ LOW NOISE AMP

7451

MAAL-011134-TR3000

MAAL-011134-TR3000

Metelics (MACOM Technology Solutions)

IC RF AMP 700 MHZ - 6 GHZ 8DFN

2277

HMC566LP4ETR

HMC566LP4ETR

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC RF AMP VSAT 28GHZ-36GHZ 24QFN

153

HMC383LC4TR-R5

HMC383LC4TR-R5

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC RF AMP VSAT 12GHZ-30GHZ 24SMT

0

HMC7229LS6TR

HMC7229LS6TR

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC RF AMP GP 37GHZ-40GHZ

53

BGA7130118

BGA7130118

NXP Semiconductors

400 MHZ TO 2700 MHZ 1 W HIGH LIN

5466

LNA-30-04001200-35-20P

LNA-30-04001200-35-20P

MITEQ, Inc.(L3 Narda-MITEQ)

LNA 4-12 GHZ

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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