RF Amplifiers

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
MMG20241HT1

MMG20241HT1

NXP Semiconductors

IC AMP GP 450MHZ-3.8GHZ SOT89-3

62

AN26032A-PR

AN26032A-PR

Panasonic

IC AMP UHF 470MHZ-770MHZ 6WLCSP

400

BGA925L6E6327XTSA1

BGA925L6E6327XTSA1

IR (Infineon Technologies)

NARROW BAND HIGH POWER AMPLIFIER

0

CMPA3135060S

CMPA3135060S

Wolfspeed - a Cree company

60W GAN MMIC PA, 50V, 3.1-3.5GHZ

0

BGU7063,518

BGU7063,518

NXP Semiconductors

IC AMP VGA LOW NOISE 16HLQFN

2520

HMC453ST89TR

HMC453ST89TR

Analog Devices, Inc.

WIDE BAND MEDIUM POWER AMPLIFIER

14000

MMG20271HT1

MMG20271HT1

Freescale Semiconductor, Inc. (NXP Semiconductors)

WIDE BAND MEDIUM POWER AMPLIFIER

2880

TRF7610PWP

TRF7610PWP

Texas Instruments

WIDE BAND HIGH POWER AMPLIFIER,

261

NPA1003QA

NPA1003QA

Metelics (MACOM Technology Solutions)

IC RF AMP GP 20MHZ-1.5GHZ 16QFN

154

A32

A32

Metelics (MACOM Technology Solutions)

AMPLIFIER

0

HMC609LC4TR-R5

HMC609LC4TR-R5

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC RF AMP 2GHZ-4GHZ 24SMT

0

MMA040PP5

MMA040PP5

Roving Networks / Microchip Technology

MMIC, DC-20 GHZ, 17DBM LNA QFN P

48

BLP25RFE001Y

BLP25RFE001Y

Ampleon

BLP25RFE001/SOT993/REELDP

0

HMC-ALH445

HMC-ALH445

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC RF AMP GP 18GHZ-40GHZ DIE

200

ADL5605ACPZ-R7

ADL5605ACPZ-R7

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC AMP GP 700MHZ-1GHZ 16LFCSP

1416

HMC442LC3BTR-R5

HMC442LC3BTR-R5

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC RF AMP 17.5GHZ-25.5GHZ 12SMT

0

PGA-1021+

PGA-1021+

SMT LOW NOISE AMPLIFIER, 50 - 60

0

HMC326MS8GE

HMC326MS8GE

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC RF AMP GP 3GHZ-4.5GHZ 8MSOP

1297

BGU8062J

BGU8062J

NXP Semiconductors

IC RF AMP 1.5GHZ-2.7GHZ 10HVSON

0

HMC-AUH320-SX

HMC-AUH320-SX

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC AMP 802.11/WIFI 71-86GHZ DIE

2

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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