QPA0015 RF Amplifier by Qorvo

The QPA0015 from Qorvo is a GaN Power Amplifier that operates from 13.75 to 14.5 GHz. It delivers an output power of 39 dBm (8 W) with a gain of 35 dB and a power-added efficiency (PAE) of 32%. This power amplifier has a return loss of 15 dB (input) & 6 dB (output) and an IM3 of -25 dBc. It is fabricated using Qorvo’s production 0.15 μm GaN-on-SiC process (QGaN15) and has on-chip blocking capacitors following the DC grounds on the input and output ports.

This amplifier requires a DC supply of 24 V and consumes 195 mA of current. It is available in a package that measures 7.0 x 4.5 x 2.45 mm and is ideal for satellite communications, radar and datalink applications.

Product Details

• Part Number: QPA0015
• Manufacturer: Qorvo
• Description: 8 W GaN Power Amplifier from 13.75 to 14.5 GHz
  

General Parameters

• • Type: Power Amplifier
  • Configuration: IC/MMIC/SMT
  • Industry Application: SATCOM, Radar
  • Frequency: 13.75 to 14.5 GHz
  • Small Signal Gain: 35 dB
  • Output Power: 3.16 to 7.94 W
  • Grade: Commercial
  • Linear Power: 35 dBm
  • Input Power: 14 dBm
  • PAE: 32 %
  • Impedance: 50 Ohms
  • Pulsed/CW: CW
  • Sub-Category: GaN Amplifier
  • Input Return Loss: 15 dB
  • Output Return Loss: 6 dB
  • Supply Voltage: 24 V
  • Current Consumption: 195 mA
  • Technology: GaN-on-SiC
  • Package Type: Surface Mount
  • Dimensions: 7.00 x 4.50 x 2.45 mm
  • Operating Temperature: -40 to 85 Degree C
  • Storage Temperature: -55 to 150 Degree C
  • RoHS: Yes

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