Richardson RFPD Introduces New 13.4–15.5 GHz, 35W GaN Power Amplifier From TriQuint / Qorvo

3-stage PA features >30 dB small-signal gain and 34% power added efficiency

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

The TGA2239-CP is a 3-stage, 35W power amplifier operating over the 13.4 to 15.5 GHz band. Fabricated on Qorvo's production 0.15µm GaN on SiC technology, this high performance amplifier offers greater than 30 dB small-signal gain with 34% PAE, allowing a system designer to achieve superior performance levels in a cost efficient manner.

The new device is offered in a 10-lead 15 mm x 15 mm bolt-down package. With its high efficiency and pure-copper base assembly, the TGA2239-CP minimizes the strain on system-level cooling requirements, further reducing system operating costs. Both RF ports have integrated DC blocking capacitors and are fully matched to 50 Ohms.

The TGA2239-CP's electrical performance and thermal management make it ideally suited for Ku-band satellite communications.

According to Qorvo, additional key features of the TGA2239-CP include:

• Pout: +45.5 dBm at PIN = +20 dBm
• PAE >33.8%
• IM3: < -18 dBc @ 38 dBm Pout/Tone
• Bias: VD = 22V, IDQ = 900 mA, VG = -2.7V Typical
• Package dimensions: 15.2 mm x 15.2 mm x 3.5 mm 

Evaluation boards for the TGA2239-CP are available. This part is also available as a bare die.

To find more information or to purchase this product today online, please visit the TGA2239-CP webpage. Please find your local sales engineer (worldwide) at Local Sales Support. 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.