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M/A-COM Tech Introduces 250 to 3,000MHz RF Driver Amplifier
The broadband amplifier exhibits high linearity and comes in a plastic surface mount
M/A-COM Technology Solutions recently introduced the MAAM-009563, a two-stage HBT driver amplifier for cellular and WiMAX infrastructure applications.
This driver amplifier covers a broad frequency range of 250 to 3000 MHz with excellent linearity of 47 dBm output IP3 and typical gain of 19.5 dB. The broad operation is achieved using external matching components, where component values are selected to center the 200 MHz instantaneous bandwidth within the overall frequency range. The lead-free SOIC-8EP surface mount plastic package is RoHS compliant and compatible with solder reflow temperatures up to 260oC. The ESD susceptibility achieves a class 2 ESD rating.
"The MAAM-009563 HBT driver amplifier is yet another example of M/A-COM Tech developing industry-leading amplifiers to meet customer and market requirements," said Jack Redus, Product Manager. "This highly efficient amplifier delivers high linearity and gain, and lower power consumption to cover a broad frequency range for infrastructure applications. In addition to the MAAM-009563 amplifier, M/A-COM Tech offers a family of RF driver amplifiers covering similar frequency ranges at different power levels to meet a variety of requirements."
Engineering samples, sample boards and production devices are available from stock.
M/A-COM Technology Solutions Inc. (M/A-COM Tech) is a leading supplier of semiconductors, active and passive components, and subassemblies for use in radio frequency (RF), microwave and millimeter wave applications. The company provides innovative design solutions and products including:
* Si, GaAs, InGaAs, InP and SiGe IC products
* Unique MMIC processes: HMIC and GMIC
* In-house design, fabrication, assembly and screening capabilities
* Multiple facilities for improved flexibility and local content manufacturing
* Design expertise covering the spectrum from RF through millimeter wave frequencies
* One of the broadest selections of standard and custom products in the industry
Headquartered in Lowell, Massachusetts, M/A-COM Tech builds on some 60 years of experience to develop and manufacture active and passive products, including Si and compound semiconductors from facilities in Lowell, MA, and Torrance, CA. Infrastructure products continue to be provided by the company's facility in Cork, Ireland, and Laser Diode products in Edison, New Jersey.
