Mitsubishi Electric MGFC42V3436 Datasheet

The MGFC42V3436 is an internally impedance-matched GaAs power FET especially designed for use in 3.4 - 3.6 GHz band amplifiers. The hermetically sealed metal-ceramic package guarantees high reliability.


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Brand
Mitsubishi
Category
Other Electronics
Document type
Datasheet
Language
English
Pages
2
File format
PDF
File size
89 KB
Published
21 March, 2012
Updated
30 September, 2023
MD5 checksum
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About this manual

The MGFC42V3436 is a hermetically sealed, internally impedance‑matched GaAs power FET designed for 3.4‑3.6 GHz band amplifiers. It offers 16 W typical output power, 40 dB linear gain, 37 % typical power‑added efficiency and low distortion (IM3 ≈ ‑45 dBc).

Mitsubishi Electric emphasizes safety in circuit designs, recommending proper placement of auxiliary circuits, use of non‑flammable materials, and adherence to bias conditions of VDS = 10 V, ID = 4.5 A, RG = 25 Ω. The device’s absolute maximum ratings include a drain current of 15 A, total power dissipation of 78.9 W, and operating temperature up to 175 °C.

What's inside

  • Description
  • Features
  • Application
  • Recommended Bias Conditions
  • Absolute Maximum Ratings
  • Electrical Characteristics
  • Safety Notice
  • Legal Disclaimer
  • Publication Date

Specifications

Frequency band3.4 – 3.6 GHz
Typical output power16 W
Linear power gain40 dB
Power‑added efficiency (PAE)37 %
Third‑order IM distortion (IM3)-45 dBc
Gate‑to‑drain breakdown voltage (V_GD)-15 V
Maximum drain current (I_D)15 A
Total power dissipation78.9 W
Storage temperature range-65 °C to +175 °C
Maximum operating temperature175 °C
Recommended bias conditionsVDS = 10 V, ID = 4.5 A, RG = 25 Ω

Frequently asked questions

What is the typical output power of the MGFC42V3436?

The typical output power is 16 W at 3.4 – 3.6 GHz.

What bias conditions are recommended for this FET?

Mitsubishi Electric recommends VDS = 10 V, ID = 4.5 A and RG = 25 Ω.

What is the maximum drain current rating?

The device can handle a maximum drain current of 15 A.

What is the power‑added efficiency (PAE) of the device?

The typical PAE is 37 % at 3.4 – 3.6 GHz.

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