This document is a preliminary product description for the Sirenza Microdevices SPB-3018Z. Product features include lead free, RoHS compliant and green packaging, efficient Class AB operation, P1dB = 30 dBm @ 1960MHz, high linearity/ACP performance, MSL 1 moisture rating, power shutdown using VPC (less than 5uA IDQ). Application fields include W-CDMA, PCS and cellular systems as well as multi-carrier applications.
The SPB-3018 is a high-efficiency InGaP/GaAs Heterojunction Bipolar (HBT) amplifier RFIC designed for multi-carrier and digital wireless telecom applications. It operates in the 400 to 2500 MHz range with an on-chip Class AB bias circuit that provides excellent efficiency while maintaining good linearity.
| Frequency Range | 400 - 2500 MHz |
|---|---|
| Output Power at 1 dB Compression | 30 dBm |
| Small Signal Gain (Typical) | 12 to 15 dB |
| Input VSWR (Typical) | 1.21 to 1.34 |
| Noise Figure | 4 dB |
| Device Operating Voltage | 5 V |
| Device Quiescent Current (Typical) | 220 mA |
| Thermal Resistance (junction - lead) | 30 °C/W |
The SPB-3018 has an MSL (Moisture Sensitivity Level) Rating of Level 1.
The device operates within a temperature range of -40°C to +85°C.