Overview
The BLF8G10LS-160V,112 is a 160 W LDMOS (Laterally Diffused Metal Oxide Semiconductor) power transistor designed by Ampleon (previously part of NXP USA Inc.). This transistor is optimized for base station applications, particularly in the frequency range of 925 MHz to 960 MHz. It is known for its high efficiency, excellent ruggedness, and improved video bandwidth, making it suitable for RF power amplifiers in wireless infrastructure.
Key Specifications
| Symbol | Parameter | Conditions | Min | Typ/Nom | Max | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| f range | frequency range | - | 925 | 960 | - | MHz |
| P L(3dB) | nominal output power at 3 dB gain compression | Test signal: 2-c W-CDMA | - | 160 | - | W |
| G p | power gain | P L(AV) = 35 W; V DS = 30 V | 18.4 | 19.9 | - | dB |
| RL in | input return loss | P L(AV) = 35 W; V DS = 30 V; I Dq = 1100 mA | -15 | -10 | - | dB |
| η D | drain efficiency | P L(AV) = 35 W; V DS = 30 V; 925 MHz ≤ f ≤ 960 MHz; I Dq = 1100 mA | 27 | 30 | - | % |
| ACPR | adjacent channel power ratio | P L(AV) = 35 W; V DS = 30 V; 925 MHz ≤ f ≤ 960 MHz; I Dq = 1100 mA | -38 | -32.5 | - | dBc |
Key Features
- Excellent ruggedness and high efficiency.
- Low Rth providing excellent thermal stability.
- Decoupling leads to enable improved video bandwidth (60 MHz typical).
- Designed for broadband operation (925 MHz to 960 MHz).
- Lower output capacitance for improved performance in Doherty applications.
- Designed for low memory effects providing excellent pre-distortability.
- Internally matched for ease of use.
- Integrated ESD protection.
- Compliant to Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) Directive 2002/95/EC.
Applications
- RF power amplifiers for W-CDMA base stations.
- Multicarrier applications in the 925 MHz to 960 MHz frequency range.
Q & A
- What is the BLF8G10LS-160V,112 transistor used for? The BLF8G10LS-160V,112 is used in RF power amplifiers for W-CDMA base stations and multicarrier applications in the 925 MHz to 960 MHz frequency range.
- What is the nominal output power of the BLF8G10LS-160V,112? The nominal output power at 3 dB gain compression is 160 W.
- What is the frequency range of the BLF8G10LS-160V,112? The frequency range is from 925 MHz to 960 MHz.
- What are the key features of the BLF8G10LS-160V,112? Key features include excellent ruggedness, high efficiency, low Rth, decoupling leads for improved video bandwidth, and internal matching for ease of use.
- Is the BLF8G10LS-160V,112 compliant with RoHS? Yes, it is compliant with the Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) Directive 2002/95/EC.
- What is the typical drain efficiency of the BLF8G10LS-160V,112? The typical drain efficiency is 30%.
- What is the input return loss of the BLF8G10LS-160V,112? The input return loss is typically -10 dB.
- Is the BLF8G10LS-160V,112 internally matched? Yes, it is internally matched for ease of use.
- Does the BLF8G10LS-160V,112 have integrated ESD protection? Yes, it has integrated ESD protection.
- What is the current status of the BLF8G10LS-160V,112? The product has been discontinued.
