Richardson RFPD Introduces New 16–18.5 GHz, 1W GaAs Power Amplifier From TriQuint / Qorvo

Ideally suited for commercial and military radar and satellite communications applications

Richardson RFPD, Inc. announced recently the availability and full design support capabilities for a new GaAs power amplifier from TriQuint / Qorvo.

The TGA2621-SM is a packaged Ku-band PA fabricated on TriQuint’s TQPHT15 0.15 μm GaAs pHEMT process. It operates from 16 to 18.5 GHz and typically provides greater than 1W of saturated output power with greater than 23% PAE and greater than 24.5 dB of small signal gain.

The TGA2621-SM is available in a low-cost, surface mount 32 lead 5x5 mm air-cavity ceramic QFN. It is ideally suited to support both radar and satellite communications as a driver or low power amplifier. Both RF ports have integrated DC blocking caps and are fully matched to 50 ohms, allowing for simple system integration.

According to TriQuint / Qorvo, additional key features of the TGA2621-SM include:

• PSAT: >+30 dBm at Pin = +10 dBm
• Input Return Loss: > 10 dB
• Bias: VD = 6V, IDQ = 500 mA, VG = -0.6V typical
• Package dimensions: 5.0 mm x 5.0 mm x 1.45 mm

To find more information or to purchase this product today online, please visit the TGA2621-SM webpage. To learn about additional products from TriQuint / Qorvo, please visit the TriQuint / Qorvo storefront webpage.

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.