Overview
The PD55015STR-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. This transistor operates at 12 V in common source mode at frequencies up to 1 GHz, offering excellent gain, linearity, and reliability. The device 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Drain-source voltage (V(BR)DSS) | 40 | V |
| Gate-source voltage (VGS) | ± 20 | V |
| Drain current (ID) | 7 | A |
| Power dissipation (PDISS) @ TC = 70°C | 79 | W |
| Max. operating junction temperature (TJ) | 165 | °C |
| Storage temperature (TSTG) | -65 to +150 | °C |
| Junction-case thermal resistance (RthJC) | 1.2 | °C/W |
| Output power (POUT) @ 500 MHz, 12.5 V | 15 W | W |
| Power gain (GP) @ 500 MHz, 12.5 V | 14 dB | dB |
| Package | PowerSO-10RF (straight lead) | |
| RoHS Compliance Grade | Ecopack2 |
Key Features
- Excellent thermal stability
- Common source configuration
- High output power of 15 W with 14 dB gain at 500 MHz and 12.5 V
- Superior linearity performance, ideal for car mobile radios
- First true SMD plastic RF power package, PowerSO-10RF, optimized for RF requirements and ease of assembly
- High reliability and JEDEC-approved
Applications
The PD55015STR-E is designed for high gain, broad band commercial and industrial applications. It is particularly suitable for car mobile radios due to its superior linearity performance. Other potential applications include various RF power amplification needs in communication systems and industrial equipment.
Q & A
- What is the PD55015STR-E?
The PD55015STR-E is a common source N-channel, enhancement-mode lateral field-effect RF power transistor from STMicroelectronics.
- What is the operating voltage of the PD55015STR-E?
The transistor operates at 12 V in common source mode.
- What is the maximum frequency range of the PD55015STR-E?
The device operates at frequencies up to 1 GHz.
- What is the output power of the PD55015STR-E at 500 MHz and 12.5 V?
The output power is 15 W with a gain of 14 dB.
- What package type is used for the PD55015STR-E?
The device is housed in the PowerSO-10RF plastic package with straight leads.
- Is the PD55015STR-E RoHS compliant?
- What are the key features of the PowerSO-10RF package?
The PowerSO-10RF package is the first JEDEC-approved, high power SMD package from ST, optimized for RF requirements and ease of assembly.
- What are the typical applications of the PD55015STR-E?
The device is particularly suitable for car mobile radios and other RF power amplification needs in communication systems and industrial equipment.
- Where can I find mounting recommendations for the PD55015STR-E?
Mouting recommendations are available in application note AN1294 on the STMicroelectronics website.
- What is the maximum operating junction temperature of the PD55015STR-E?
The maximum operating junction temperature is 165°C.
