ALM-2506-TR1G

RF Amplifiers Overview

The ALM-2506-TR1G is a GPS RF amplifier IC manufactured by Broadcom Limited. It operates within a frequency range of 900MHz to 2.4GHz, with a specific test frequency of 1575.42MHz. The device provides a gain of 14.3dB and features a noise figure of 0.8dB. It requires a supply voltage between 1V and 3.6V and draws a supply current of 8mA. The P1dB compression point is rated at 1.8dBm. The component is housed in a 6-MCOB(2x2) surface-mount package.

RF Amplifiers Feature Summary

• Optimized for GPS signal amplification with low noise characteristics
• Supports wide frequency coverage from 900MHz to 2.4GHz
• Compact surface-mount packaging for space-constrained designs

RF Amplifiers Applications

• GPS receiver front-end modules
• GNSS navigation systems
• Automotive positioning devices

RF Amplifiers Procurement Notes

This component has reached End-of-Life status as per Product Change Notification dated July 30, 2014. Procurement is restricted to existing stock or obsolete channels. Verify availability through authorized distributors and confirm final shipment dates due to discontinuation. No new production is available.

RF Amplifiers Selection Notes

Select this part for legacy GPS designs requiring high sensitivity and low noise performance in the L-band spectrum. Consider the discontinued status when planning long-term production runs. Evaluate alternative components if future scalability is required, as replacement sourcing may be limited.

RF Amplifiers Part Context

The ALM-2506 belongs to Broadcom's dedicated GPS amplifier family. It complements other RF solutions like the ALM-GN002-TR1G but offers broader frequency flexibility compared to single-frequency variants. The series targets precision location applications where signal integrity is critical.

RF Amplifiers Replacement Considerations

No public confirmed substitute part numbers are documented for this discontinued component.