Qorvo QPA1315 15.4-17.7GHz 35-Watt GaN Power Amplifier

Qorvo QPA1315 15.4-17.7GHz 35-Watt GaN Power Amplifier is designed for Ku-K band applications and built using 0.15um GaN on SiC process (QGaN15). The Qorvo QPA1315 amplifier offers outstanding performance within the 15.4-17.7GHz frequency range. The device has an impressive 35W of saturated output power and a substantial 21dB of large signal gain. The QPA1315 delivers a power-added efficiency of 20%. The device has a compact 10-lead 15mm x 15mm bolt-down package featuring a Cu base for superior thermal management to ensure optimal heat dissipation.

Features

  • 15.4-17.7GHz frequency range
  • 45.5dBm PSAT (PIN = 24dBm)
  • 20% PAE (PIN = 24dBm)
  • 21dB power gain (PIN = 24dBm)
  • 25dB small signal gain
  • Pulsed VD = 26V, IDQ = 640mA, VG = -2.5V typical range, PW = 100uS, DC = 10% bias
  • 15.2mm x 15.2mm x 3.5mm package dimensions
  • Package base is pure Cu offering superior thermal management

Applications

  • Communications
  • Radar

Qorvo QPA1315 15.4-17.7GHz 35-Watt GaN Power Amplifier