CMD242K4
DC - 40 GHz Distributed Amplifier
Qorvo's CMD242K4 is a wideband GaAs MMIC distributed low noise amplifier housed in a leadless surface mount package which operates from DC to 40 GHz. The amplifier delivers greater than 10.5 dB of gain with a corresponding noise figure of 5 dB and output 1 dB compression point of 17.5 dBm at 20 GHz. The CMD242K4 is internally matched to 50 ohms which eliminates the need for RF port matching.
Key Features
- Ultra wideband performance
- Low current consumption
- Excellent return losses
- Pb-free RoHs compliant 4x4 mm SMT package
Typical Applications
- Electronic Warfare (EW)
- Radar
- Space
- Satellite Communications (Satcom)
- Test & Measurement
Parameters
Technical Documents
CMDS Application Note 101 - Carrier Tape and Reel Dimensions and Devices Orientation
Application NoteCMDS Application Note 102 - Solder Reflow Profiles for Standard and Lead-Free SMT Packages
Application NoteCMDS Application Note 105 - Recommended Land Patterns for QFN Devices
Application NoteProduct Data Sheet
Data SheetBias Tee Component Selection Guidelines for Distributed Amplifiers Using Conical Inductors and Broadband Capacitors
Application NoteHigh-Performance Defense and Aerospace Solutions
BrochureRF Test and Measurement Solutions
BrochurePCB Symbol, Footprint & 3D Model (provided by SamacSys)
PCB Layout Files
Design Resources
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