Overview
The PGA-105+ from Mini-Circuits is an advanced ultra-flat gain amplifier designed using E-PHEMT technology. This amplifier is renowned for its extremely high dynamic range and low noise figure over a broad frequency range of 0.04 to 2.6 GHz. It is ideal for use in broadband or multi-band applications where gain flatness is critical, such as in cellular, PCS, LTE, and WiMAX systems. The PGA-105+ is RoHS compliant and packaged in a SOT-89 case, ensuring good thermal performance and ease of integration into various systems.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Condition (GHz) | Min. | Typ. | Max. | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frequency Range | 0.04 - 2.6 | GHz | |||
| Gain | 0.04 - 2.6 | 13.8 | 15.1 | 16.8 | dB |
| Gain Flatness | 0.1 - 2.0 | ±0.25 | dB | ||
| Noise Figure | 1.7 | 1.9 | 2.0 | dB | |
| Output Power (P1dB) | 18.4 | dBm | |||
| Output IP3 (OIP3) | 0.9 GHz | 39 | dBm | ||
| Operating Current at 5V | 94 | mA | |||
| Power Dissipation | 0.47 | W | |||
| Operating Temperature | -40 | 85 | °C |
Key Features
- Broadband Operation: The PGA-105+ operates over a wide frequency range of 0.04 to 2.6 GHz, making it suitable for various wireless communication bands such as cellular, PCS, LTE, and WiMAX.
- Ultra Flat Gain: The amplifier offers ultra-flat gain with a gain flatness of ±0.25 dB from 0.1 to 2 GHz, which is critical for applications requiring consistent gain across the frequency range.
- High IP3 and Low Noise Figure: It provides high IP3 performance (39 dBm at 0.9 GHz and 35 dBm at 2 GHz) and a low noise figure of 1.7 to 2.0 dB, enhancing linearity and dynamic range.
- No External Matching Components Required: The PGA-105+ achieves excellent input and output return loss (up to 23 dB) without the need for external matching components, simplifying the design process.
- RoHS Compliance: The amplifier is RoHS compliant, ensuring it meets the requirements of the Restrictions of Hazardous Substances Directive.
- Good Thermal Performance: Packaged in a SOT-89 case, the PGA-105+ offers good thermal performance and ease of integration.
Applications
- Driver Amplifiers: Ideal for use in driver amplifiers for complex waveform up-converter paths and in linearized transmit systems.
- Secondary Amplifiers in Receivers: Suitable as secondary amplifiers in ultra-high dynamic range receivers.
- Base Station Infrastructure: Used in base station infrastructure for wireless communications.
- Portable Wireless Devices: Applicable in portable wireless devices due to its compact size and high performance.
- CATV & DBS Systems: Employed in CATV (Cable Television) and DBS (Direct Broadcast Satellite) systems.
- MMDS & Wireless LAN: Used in MMDS (Multichannel Multipoint Distribution Service) and Wireless LAN applications.
Q & A
- What is the frequency range of the PGA-105+ amplifier?
The PGA-105+ operates over a frequency range of 0.04 to 2.6 GHz.
- What is the typical gain of the PGA-105+ amplifier?
The typical gain of the PGA-105+ is 15.1 dB.
- What is the gain flatness of the PGA-105+ amplifier?
The gain flatness is ±0.25 dB from 0.1 to 2 GHz.
- What is the noise figure of the PGA-105+ amplifier?
The noise figure is typically between 1.7 and 2.0 dB.
- Does the PGA-105+ require external matching components?
No, the PGA-105+ does not require external matching components due to its excellent input and output return loss.
- What is the operating current of the PGA-105+ at 5V?
The operating current at 5V is 94 mA.
- What is the power dissipation of the PGA-105+?
The power dissipation is 0.47 W.
- What are the typical applications of the PGA-105+ amplifier?
Typical applications include driver amplifiers, secondary amplifiers in receivers, base station infrastructure, portable wireless devices, CATV & DBS systems, and MMDS & Wireless LAN.
- Is the PGA-105+ RoHS compliant?
- What is the package type of the PGA-105+ amplifier?
The PGA-105+ is packaged in a SOT-89 case.
