RF3518
880 - 915 MHz, 3 V WCDMA Band 8 Power Amplifier Module
Discontinued >
End of Life announced May 1, 2024 (PCN 24-0056).
Last Time Buy: December 20, 2024
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Key Features
- Band 8 Operation
- HSDPA/HSUPA/HSPA+
- Linear Output Power to 27.5 dBm
- High Efficiency 40% at 27.5 dBm
- 3 Power Mode Operation
- Integrated Power Coupler
- No External DC Block Needed
- Digital Control Interface
- Ultra Small and Low Profile Package
Qorvo's RF3518 single-band linear power amplifier supports B8 (880-915MHz) in 3.4V, 50 ohm mobile equipment designed for 3G UMTS transmit. RF3518 meets the spectral linearity requirements of HSDPA, HSUPA and HSPA+ SDPA, with high power added efficiency. Two digital control pins selects high, medium or low power modes to optimize performance and current drain at different power levels. RF3518 integrates a directional coupler that eliminates the need for an external discrete coupler.
Typical Applications
- WCDMA/HSPDA/HSUPA/HSPA+ Wireless Handsets and Data Cards
Product Categories
| Standards | WCDMA |
| Bands | Band 8 |
| Gain(dB) | 28 |
| Pout(dBm) | 27.5 |
| ACLR(dBc) | -41 |
| PAE(%) | 41 |
| Voltage(V) | 3.4 |
| Package Type | Laminate MCM |
| Package(mm) | 2 x 2.5 |
| RoHS | Yes |
| Lead Free | Yes |
| Halogen Free | Yes |
| ITAR Restricted | No |
| ECCN | 5A991.G |