Product Description

The RF2173 is a high power, high efficiency power amplifier module offering high performance in GSM or GPRS applications. The device is manufactured on an advanced GaAs HBT process, and has been designed for use as the final RF amplifier in GSM hand-held digital cellular equipment and other applications in the 800MHz to 950MHz band. On-board power control provides over 70dB of control range with an analog voltage input, and provides power down with a logic low for standby operation.

Features

• Single 2.7V to 4.8V Supply Voltage

• +36dBm Output Power at 3.5V

• 32dB Gain with Analog Gain Control

• 56 Efficiency

• 800MHz to 950MHz Operation

• Supports GSM and E-GSM

Typical Applications

• 3V GSM Cellular Handsets

• 3V Dual-Band/Triple-Band Handsets

• GPRS Compatible

• Commercial and Consumer Systems

• Portable Battery-Powered Equipment