Product Overview
The QPA9501TR13 from Qorvo is a 2.4GHz GaAs MMIC power amplifier in a 3x3mm QFN-16 package. Delivering +30dBm (1W) saturated output power with 35% PAE at 5V supply, it targets WiFi/ISM band transmitters and wireless video links. Integrated input and interstage matching simplifies design.
Key Specifications
| Frequency | 2.4GHz to 2.5GHz |
| Psat | +30dBm (1W) |
| PAE | 35% at Psat |
| Gain | 26dB typical |
| Supply Voltage | 3.3V to 5.0V |
| Supply Current | 340mA @ Psat, 5V |
| Input VSWR | 2:1 max (matched) |
| Output VSWR | 2:1 max |
| Control | Power down (PD) pin |
| Operating Temp | -40 to +85 C |
| Package | QFN-16 (3.0 x 3.0 mm) |
Features
- 2.4GHz ISM band GaAs MMIC PA
- +30dBm (1W) saturated output power
- 35% power-added efficiency at 5V
- 26dB high small-signal gain
- Integrated input and interstage matching
- Power-down control for TDD operation
Applications
- 2.4GHz WiFi power amplification
- ISM band wireless video links
- Zigbee/Thread range extenders
- Industrial wireless transmitters