The MAAP-011379 from MACOM is a Distributed Power Amplifier (PA) that operates from 20 to 55 GHz. It delivers a saturated output power of 1 W (~30 dBm) with a gain of 22 dB and a power-added efficiency (PAE) of 9%. This PA is manufactured using a GaAs pHEMT process that offers full passivation for enhanced reliability. It is fully matched across the band and includes a temperature-compensated output power detector. This amplifier can be used either as a power amplifier stage or as a driver stage in higher-power applications. It requires a DC supply of 5 V and consumes 1.5 A of current. This RoHS-compliant power amplifier is available as a die that measures 5 x 7 mm and is ideal for test and measurement, 5G FR2, EW, ECM, and radar applications.
