Overview
The PD55003TR-E is a common source N-channel, enhancement-mode lateral field-effect RF power transistor produced by STMicroelectronics. It is part of the LDMOS technology family and is designed for high gain and broad band commercial and industrial applications. The transistor operates at 12 V in common source mode at frequencies up to 1 GHz, offering excellent gain, linearity, and reliability. It is housed in the PowerSO-10RF plastic package, which is the first JEDEC-approved, high power SMD package from ST, optimized for RF requirements and ease of assembly.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Operating Frequency | Up to 1 GHz | |
| Gain | 17 dB @ 500 MHz / 12.5 V | |
| Output Power | 3 W @ 500 MHz / 12.5 V | |
| Drain-Source Voltage (VBRDSS) | 40 | V |
| Gate-Source Voltage (VGS) | ± 20 | V |
| Drain Current (ID) | 2.5 | A |
| Power Dissipation (PDISS) @ TC = 70°C | 31.7 | W |
| Maximum Operating Junction Temperature (TJ) | 165 | °C |
| Storage Temperature (TSTG) | -65 to +150 | °C |
| Junction-Case Thermal Resistance (RthJC) | 3.0 | °C/W |
| Minimum Operating Temperature | -65 | °C |
| Maximum Operating Temperature | 150 | °C |
Key Features
- Excellent thermal stability
- Common source configuration
- High gain and linearity performance
- PowerSO-10RF plastic package for high reliability and ease of assembly
- JEDEC-approved, high power SMD package
- Optimized for RF requirements
- Excellent RF performance
Applications
The PD55003TR-E is ideal for various high-frequency applications, particularly in:
- Car mobile radios due to its superior linearity performance
- Broad band commercial and industrial applications
- RF power amplifiers requiring high gain and reliability
Q & A
- What is the operating frequency range of the PD55003TR-E?
The PD55003TR-E operates at frequencies up to 1 GHz.
- What is the output power of the PD55003TR-E at 500 MHz and 12.5 V?
The output power is 3 W with a gain of 17 dB at 500 MHz and 12.5 V.
- What type of package does the PD55003TR-E use?
The PD55003TR-E is housed in the PowerSO-10RF plastic package, which is a JEDEC-approved, high power SMD package.
- What are the maximum ratings for drain-source voltage and gate-source voltage?
The maximum drain-source voltage (VBRDSS) is 40 V, and the maximum gate-source voltage (VGS) is ± 20 V.
- What is the maximum operating junction temperature of the PD55003TR-E?
The maximum operating junction temperature (TJ) is 165°C.
- What is the storage temperature range for the PD55003TR-E?
The storage temperature range (TSTG) is -65 to +150°C.
- What are some of the key applications for the PD55003TR-E?
The PD55003TR-E is suitable for car mobile radios, broad band commercial, and industrial applications.
- What is the junction-case thermal resistance of the PD55003TR-E?
The junction-case thermal resistance (RthJC) is 3.0 °C/W.
- Is the PowerSO-10RF package optimized for RF performance?
Yes, the PowerSO-10RF package is optimized for RF requirements and offers excellent RF performance and ease of assembly.
- What is the typical drain current for the PD55003TR-E?
The typical drain current (ID) is up to 2.5 A.
