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MPA201

0.5 Watts, 12.5 Volts, Class A

Linear to 500MHz

Hybrid Amplifier

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The MPA201 is a common emitter amplifier device designed for broadband

performance to 500MHz in a format suitable for microstrip assembly and high

reliability applications. Its wide dynamic rage and flexibility make it suitable for a

broad spectrum of instrumentation, receiver, and transmitter applications. It utilizes

gold metalization and diffused ballasting to provide high reliability and supreme

ruggedness.

ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS

Maximum Power Dissipation @ 25

°C

6.0 Watts

Collector to Emitter Voltage

40 Volts

3.5 Volts

Collector Current

300 mA

Storage Temperature

-55 to +150

°C

Operating Junction Temperature

+200

°C

CASE OUTLINE

55AU, Style 2

FUNCTIONAL CHARACTERISTICS @ 25

°°°°C

SYMBOL

CHARACTERISTICS

TEST CONDITIONS

MIN

TYP

MAX

UNITS

Power Out

0.5

-

-

W

Power Input

-

-

0.032

W

Power Gain

12

13

-

dB

Transition Frequency

2.0

GHz

VSWR

Load Mismatch Tolerance

F = 500 MHz

-

-

30:1

-

Quiescent Collector Current

140

mA

Junction-Case Thermal Resistance

33

°C/W

NOTES: 1. At rated output power with MSC fixture.

Rev. A: May. 2010