What is 39GHz High-Efficiency CMOS Power Amplifier for 5G mmWave Applications?
39GHz High-Efficiency CMOS Power Amplifier for 5G mmWave Applications is a Amplifier IP core from Falcomm listed on Semi IP Hub.
Vendor:
Falcomm
Category:
Amplifier
39GHz High-Efficiency CMOS Power Amplifier for 5G mmWave Applications
The FCM3901 is a high-efficiency 39GHz power amplifier developed for 5G mmWave applications.
Overview
The FCM3901 is a high-efficiency 39GHz power amplifier developed for 5G mmWave applications.
Implemented in a CMOS process and powered by Falcomm’s patented Dual-Drive™ architecture, the FCM3901 achieves excellent power-added efficiency, gain, and linearity in a compact, cost-effective Si footprint.
Optimized for phased arrays, beamforming ICs, and broadband RF front ends, the FCM3901 is available as silicon-proven IP, enabling rapid integration and fast time-to-market for next-generation 39GHz mmWave platforms.
Key features
- 2-stage PAEmax = 45%
- PA-stage DEmax = 54%
- Psat = 18.3dBm
- Gain = 19dB
- Efficiency maintained at lower supply voltages for added reliability
- High data rate modulation speeds
Block Diagram
FCM3901 block diagram
Benefits
- Best in class efficiency
- Plug and play
- Frequency and process agnostic
- 0.5x silicon area reduction
- 6dB lower loss matching network
- Silicon proven design flow that accurately models within 2% of measurements
Applications
- IoT devices
- Satellite Communication
- Mobile User Equipment
- Cellular Base Stations
- Automotive Radar
- Fixed Wireless Access
Specifications
Identity
Part Number
FCM3901
Vendor
Falcomm
Type
Silicon IP
Provider
HQ:
USA
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