Richardson RFPD Introduces New High Power 6W Ka-Band Power Amplifier From MACOM

Features 24 dB linear gain; Designed for high data density satellite communications

Richardson RFPD, Inc. announced recently the availability and full design support capabilities for a new power amplifier from M/A-COM Technology Solutions.

The MAAP-011140-DIE is a 4-stage, 6W power amplifier in bare die form that is fabricated using a GaAs pHEMT device process featuring full passivation for enhanced reliability. The new power amplifier operates from 27.5 to 30.0 GHz and provides 24 dB of linear gain, 6W saturated output power, and 23% power added efficiency. The amplifier is designed for VSAT terminals and other military and civilian Ka-band SatCom datalink applications.

According to MACOM, additional key features of the MAAP-011140-DIE include:

• P1dB: +37.5 dBm
• Psat: +38.5 dBm
• IM3 level: -24 dBc @ Pout = +33 dBm/tone
• Return loss: 12 dB
• Die dimensions: 3.6 mm x 3.8 mm x 0.05 mm

To find more information, or to purchase this product today online, please visit the MAAP-011140-DIE webpage. Please find your local sales engineer (worldwide) at Local Sales Support.

About Richardson RFPD
Richardson RFPD, an Arrow Electronics company, is a global leader in the RF and wireless communications, power conversion and renewable energy markets. It brings relationships with many of the industry’s top radio frequency and power component suppliers. Whether it’s designing components or engineering complete solutions, Richardson RFPD’s worldwide design centers and technical sales team provide comprehensive support for customers’ go-to-market strategy, from prototype to production. For more information, visit www.richardsonrfpd.com.