NXP’s RapidRF front-end designs for 5G infrastructure integrate a linear pre-driver, RF power amplifier, Rx LNA with T/R switch, a circulator and a bias controller in a compact footprint. They incorporate a coupler for DPD feedback and are to be used with digital pre-distortion.
RapidRF reference boards are ideal for 5G radio units requiring 2.5 to 5 Watts (34-37 dBm) average transmit power at the antenna. Versions for different bands use a common PCB layout, simplifying both design and manufacturing for faster time-to-market.
| Frequency (MHz) |
Average Power (dBm) |
Lineup Gain (dB) |
Lineup ηD (%) |
Rx Gain (dB) |
Rx NF (dB) |
Rx OIP3 (dBm) |
RapidRF Front-end Design Board Part Number |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2496-2690 MHz | 38.5 | 55.9 | 37.4 | 32 | 1.6 | 32 | RAPIDRF-26E39 |
| 3400-3600 MHz | 35.0 | 52.1 | 31.7 | 32 | 1.8 | 32 | RAPIDRF-35D35 |
| 3400-3600 MHz | 38.8 | 57.9 | 35.9 | 32 | 1.8 | 32 | RAPIDRF-35TL039 |
RAPIDRF-26E39 2496-2690 MHz RF Front-end Board.
RAPIDRF-35D35 3400-3600 MHz RF Front-end Board.
RAPIDRF-35TL039 3400-3600 MHz RF Front-end Board.
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