Overview
The CGH40010F, produced by Wolfspeed, Inc., is an unmatched, gallium nitride (GaN) high electron mobility transistor (HEMT). This transistor is designed to operate from a 28-volt rail and offers a general-purpose, broadband solution for a variety of RF and microwave applications. The CGH40010F is known for its high efficiency, high gain, and wide bandwidth capabilities, making it ideal for linear and compressed amplifier circuits.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Symbol | Rating | Units | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drain-Source Voltage | VDSS | 120 | Volts | 25°C |
| Gate-to-Source Voltage | VGS | -10, +2 | Volts | 25°C |
| Storage Temperature | TSTG | -65, +150 | °C | |
| Operating Junction Temperature | TJ | 225 | °C | |
| Maximum Forward Gate Current | IGMAX | 4.0 | mA | 25°C |
| Maximum Drain Current | IDMAX | 1.5 | A | 25°C |
| Soldering Temperature | TS | 245 | °C | |
| Screw Torque | τ | 40 | in-oz | |
| Thermal Resistance, Junction to Case | RθJC | 8.0 | °C/W | 85°C Case |
| Operating Frequency | DC - 6.0 GHz | |||
| Power Output | 10 W | |||
| Small Signal Gain at 2.0 GHz | 16 dB | |||
| Small Signal Gain at 4.0 GHz | 14 dB | |||
| Typical PSAT | 13 W | |||
| Efficiency at PSAT | 65 % |
Key Features
- High efficiency and high gain capabilities.
- Wide bandwidth operation from DC to 6.0 GHz.
- Available in both screw-down, flange and solder-down, pill packages (Package Types: 440166 & 440196).
- Operating voltage of 28 volts.
- Ideal for linear and compressed amplifier circuits.
- Suitable for OFDM, W-CDMA, EDGE, CDMA waveforms.
- Large Signal Models Available for ADS and MWO.
Applications
- 2-Way Private Radio.
- Broadband Amplifiers.
- Cellular Infrastructure.
- Test Instrumentation.
- Class A, AB, Linear amplifiers.
Q & A
- What is the operating frequency range of the CGH40010F?
The CGH40010F operates from DC to 6.0 GHz.
- What is the typical power output of the CGH40010F?
The typical power output is 10 W.
- What are the package types available for the CGH40010F?
The CGH40010F is available in both screw-down, flange and solder-down, pill packages (Package Types: 440166 & 440196).
- What is the small signal gain at 2.0 GHz for the CGH40010F?
The small signal gain at 2.0 GHz is 16 dB.
- What is the efficiency at PSAT for the CGH40010F?
The efficiency at PSAT is 65%.
- What are the typical applications of the CGH40010F?
The CGH40010F is typically used in 2-Way Private Radio, Broadband Amplifiers, Cellular Infrastructure, Test Instrumentation, and Class A, AB, Linear amplifiers.
- What is the maximum drain current for the CGH40010F?
The maximum drain current is 1.5 A.
- What is the thermal resistance, junction to case, for the CGH40010F?
The thermal resistance, junction to case, is 8.0 °C/W.
- What are the storage temperature limits for the CGH40010F?
The storage temperature limits are -65°C to +150°C.
- What is the operating junction temperature limit for the CGH40010F?
The operating junction temperature limit is 225°C.
