QPA8840

    50 - 1800 MHz, 22 dB Gain, 12 V, CATV Amplifier

    Key Features

    • 50 - 1800 MHZ Operation
    • DOCSIS 4.0 ESD
    • 12 V operation
    • 22 dB Gain
    • 12.0 x 12.0 mm package

    The QPA8840 is a an ultra-linear, 22 dB Gain, GaAs amplifier, intended for mid or output stage amplification in CATV infrastructure applications. The QPA8840 operates off a 12 Volt, 425 mA supply. The device features a pushpull cascode design which provides flat gain along with ultra-low distortion from 50 MHz to 1.8 GHz.

    Typical Applications

      • DOCSIS 4.0 Optical Nodes
      • DOCSIS 4.0 Line Amplifiers
      • RPHY / PMPHY devices
      • Broadband CATV Hybrid Modules
    Type Downstream
    Frequency Min(MHz) 50
    Frequency Max(MHz) 1,800
    Gain(dB) 22
    Pout(dBmV) 69
    NF(dB) 4.2
    Voltage(V) 12
    Current(mA) 425
    Package Type 12 pin Laminate Module
    Package(mm) 12.0 x 12.0
    RoHS Yes
    Lead Free Yes
    Halogen Free Yes
    ITAR Restricted No

    This product appears in the following application block diagrams:

    • Applications > Network Infrastructure > Broadband Access > Cable TV > 4 Port Optical Node RF Launch Amp

      4 Port Optical Node RF Launch Amp