The QPA0708T from Qorvo is a GaN Power Amplifier that operates from 7.9 to 8.4 GHz. It delivers a saturated output power of 48.7 dBm (60 W) with a power gain of up to 37.7 dB and a power-added efficiency of up to 49.4%. This amplifier is fabricated on Qorvo's 0.25 μm GaN on SiC process (QGaN25) and mounted to a high thermal conductivity tab. It is fully matched to 50 ohms, with the DC shorted on the RF input port and integrated DC blocking caps on the RF output port.
The QPA0708T requires a DC supply of 26 V and consumes 904 mA of current. This power amplifier is available as a die that measures 5.817 x 6.172 x 0.254 mm, and it is ideal for satellite communications applications.
