Overview
The BGU7258X, produced by NXP USA Inc., is a fully integrated Monolithic Microwave Integrated Circuit (MMIC) Low Noise Amplifier (LNA) designed for wireless receiver applications in the 5 GHz to 6 GHz Industrial, Scientific, and Medical (ISM) band. Manufactured using NXP's high-performance Silicon Germanium (SiGe:C) technology, this LNA offers best-in-class gain, noise figure, linearity, and efficiency. It features a robust temperature-compensated internal bias network and an integral bypass/shutdown feature, which stabilizes the DC operating point over temperature and minimizes current consumption in bypass mode.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Conditions | Min | Typ | Max | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VCC supply voltage | RF input, AC coupled | 3.0 | 3.3 | 3.6 | V |
| ICC supply current | Gain mode | - | 13 | - | mA |
| ICC supply current | Bypass mode | - | 1 | - | µA |
| Tamb ambient temperature | - | -40 | +25 | +85 | °C |
| f frequency | Gain mode | 4900 | - | 5925 | MHz |
| Gain | f = 5.1 GHz, gain mode | 12 | 14 | 16 | dB |
| Gain | f = 5.9 GHz, gain mode | 11 | 13 | 15 | dB |
| NF noise figure | Gain mode | - | 1.6 | - | dB |
| Package | - | - | - | HXSON-6 (1.6x1.6 mm) | - |
Key Features
- Fully integrated, high-performance LNA with built-in bypass/shutdown feature.
- Integrated DC blocking at RF input and RF output, requiring only two external components.
- Low noise figure of 1.6 dB and low current consumption of 13 mA in gain mode.
- Low bypass current of 1 µA (typical).
- Single supply operation from 3.0 V to 3.6 V.
- Integrated concurrent 2.4 GHz notch filter and temperature-stabilized bias network.
- High IP3i and low EVM (Error Vector Magnitude).
- High ESD protection of 2 kV (HBM) on all pins.
- Small, 0.5 mm pitch, 1.6 x 1.6 x 0.5 mm QFN-style package.
- Compliant with Directive 2002/95/EC regarding Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS).
Applications
- IEEE 802.11a/n/ac WiFi, WLAN.
- Smartphones, tablets, net-books, and other portable computing devices.
- Access points, routers, gateways.
- Wireless video applications.
- LTE advanced in unlicensed spectrum (LTE-U).
- General-purpose ISM applications.
Q & A
- What is the frequency range of the BGU7258X LNA?
The BGU7258X operates in the 5 GHz to 6 GHz ISM band.
- What is the typical noise figure of the BGU7258X?
The typical noise figure is 1.6 dB.
- What is the supply voltage range for the BGU7258X?
The supply voltage range is from 3.0 V to 3.6 V.
- How much current does the BGU7258X consume in gain mode?
The typical current consumption in gain mode is 13 mA.
- What is the bypass current consumption of the BGU7258X?
The typical bypass current consumption is 1 µA.
- Does the BGU7258X have integrated DC blocking?
Yes, it has integrated DC blocking at both RF input and RF output.
- What is the package type and size of the BGU7258X?
The package type is HXSON-6, with dimensions of 1.6 x 1.6 x 0.5 mm.
- Is the BGU7258X compliant with RoHS regulations?
Yes, it is compliant with Directive 2002/95/EC regarding Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS).
- What are some common applications of the BGU7258X?
Common applications include IEEE 802.11a/n/ac WiFi, WLAN, smartphones, tablets, access points, routers, and general-purpose ISM applications.
- Does the BGU7258X have ESD protection?
Yes, it has high ESD protection of 2 kV (HBM) on all pins.
