Overview
The PD55008-E is a high-performance RF power transistor designed by STMicroelectronics. It is a common source N-channel, enhancement-mode lateral field-effect transistor (LDMOS) optimized for high gain and broad band commercial and industrial applications. This device operates at 12 V in common source mode and can handle frequencies up to 1 GHz. It features ST’s latest LDMOS technology, mounted in the PowerSO-10RF plastic package, which is the first ST JEDEC approved, high power SMD package. This package is designed to offer high reliability and excellent RF performance, making it ideal for applications such as car mobile radio.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Drain-source voltage (V(BR)DSS) | 40 | V |
| Gate-source voltage (VGS) | ± 20 | V |
| Drain current (ID) | 4 | A |
| Power dissipation (PDISS) @ TC = 70°C | 52.8 | W |
| Max. operating junction temperature (TJ) | 165 | °C |
| Storage temperature (TSTG) | -65 to +150 | °C |
| Junction-case thermal resistance (RthJC) | 1.8 | °C/W |
| Output power (POUT) @ 500 MHz, 12.5 V | 8 | W |
| Power gain @ 500 MHz, 12.5 V | 17 dB |
Key Features
- Excellent thermal stability
- Common source configuration
- High gain and broad band performance
- Superior linearity and reliability
- PowerSO-10RF plastic package for high reliability and ease of assembly
- Optimized for RF applications
Applications
The PD55008-E is particularly suited for high-performance RF applications, including:
- Car mobile radio systems
- Broad band commercial and industrial RF systems
- High-power RF amplifiers
Q & A
- What is the PD55008-E?
The PD55008-E is a high-performance RF power transistor designed by STMicroelectronics. - What type of transistor is the PD55008-E?
It is an N-channel, enhancement-mode lateral field-effect transistor (LDMOS). - What is the operating voltage of the PD55008-E?
The device operates at 12 V in common source mode. - What is the maximum frequency the PD55008-E can handle?
The device can handle frequencies up to 1 GHz. - What is the output power of the PD55008-E at 500 MHz?
The output power is 8 W at 500 MHz with a supply voltage of 12.5 V. - What is the power gain of the PD55008-E at 500 MHz?
The power gain is 17 dB at 500 MHz. - What package type is used for the PD55008-E?
The device is mounted in the PowerSO-10RF plastic package. - What are the key applications of the PD55008-E?
The key applications include car mobile radio systems and broad band commercial and industrial RF systems. - What is the maximum operating junction temperature of the PD55008-E?
The maximum operating junction temperature is 165 °C. - What is the storage temperature range for the PD55008-E?
The storage temperature range is -65 to +150 °C.
