2 - 26 GHz GaAs Surface Mount LO Driver Amplifier: AMM-10220PSM
The AMM-10220PSM is a versatile, high-performance surface-mount amplifier designed for use as either a single-tone driver or a general-purpose gain block across wideband applications.
Covering an operating frequency range from 2 to 26 GHz, it is particularly well-suited for driving L- or H-band diode mixers, making it a valuable building block for RF and microwave system designers.
One of its standout characteristics is the amplifier’s exceptionally low input and output return loss, which enhances impedance matching and reduces signal reflections—critical for maintaining signal integrity in broadband systems. In addition, the AMM-10220PSM delivers a low typical noise figure of just 2.7 dB within the 8 to 18 GHz range. This low noise performance enables higher sensitivity in receiver chains and improved overall system performance in demanding radar, communication, and instrumentation environments.
The amplifier also exhibits a positive gain slope across frequency, helping to equalize frequency-dependent losses commonly encountered in system designs. This inherent equalization capability reduces the need for additional compensation circuitry, simplifying design and improving efficiency.
Packaged in a compact 5 mm QFN, the AMM-10220PSM is optimized for surface-mount integration, offering ease of assembly onto printed circuit boards (PCBs) and saving valuable board space. Its small form factor and robust performance make it a practical solution for engineers developing high-frequency systems where size, reliability, and performance are critical.