Industry's First SMT GaN Module for CATV

I don't normally point out specific products but I like to highlight new technology or products first to the market. RFMD has introduced the industry’s first surface mount GaN power doubler module aimed at CATV networks. It uses a combination of GaN HEMT and GaAs pHEMT technologies and provides high output capability from 45-1003 MHz with excellent distortion performance.

Performance

• 45 to 1003 MHz GaAs/GaN Power Doubler Module



• 61dBmV Rated Power



• High Current Mode: 450mA at 24V_DC



• Low Current Mode: 350mA at 24V_DC



• Min. Gain: 22.5dB at 1GHz



• Saves ≈ 50% PCBA Area versus SOT115J (with external baluns) 182 mm² versus 362 mm²

Applications

• CATV Optical nodes



• CATV Line amplifiers

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