The QPA1009 from Qorvo is a Power Amplifier that operates from 10.7 to 12.7 GHz. It delivers an output power of 19.95 W (~43 dBm) with a small signal gain of 21 dB and power-added efficiency (PAE) of 33%. This MMIC amplifier is fabricated on Qorvo’s production 0.15 um GaN-on-SiC process (QGaN15) and supports a wide range of operating conditions, including CW operation, making it well-suited for both commercial and military systems. It requires a DC supply of 20 V and consumes 300 mA of current. The amplifier is available in a surface-mount package that measures 6.0 x 5.0 mm, the RF ports have DC blocking capacitors, and the RF input port is DC coupled to the ground for optimum ESD performance. It is ideal for satellite communications, radar, and point-to-point communication applications.
