CMD231C3

RF Amplifiers Overview

The CMD231C3 is a wideband GaAs MMIC driver amplifier designed for operation within the 2 GHz to 6 GHz frequency range. Housed in a leadless 3x3 mm surface mount package, this component provides high gain and low current consumption suitable for space-constrained applications. At 4 GHz, it delivers greater than 14.5 dB of gain with an output 1 dB compression point (P1dB) of +13.5 dBm and an output third-order intercept point (OIP3) of 23.5 dBm. The device features 50-ohm matching and requires no external DC blocks or RF port matching components.

RF Amplifiers Feature Summary

• High gain performance across a wide bandwidth
• Low current consumption for power efficiency
• Leadless 3x3 mm QFN surface mount package
• Single positive supply voltage operation

RF Amplifiers Applications

• Electronic warfare systems
• S-band radar applications
• C-band radar applications
• Satellite communication systems

RF Amplifiers Procurement Notes

Verify the specific ordering suffix and RoHS compliance status through official Qorvo documentation before procurement. Confirm that the leadless 3x3 mm package dimensions align with your PCB footprint requirements. Ensure that the single positive supply voltage specifications meet your system's power budget constraints. Cross-reference the datasheet parameters against your specific frequency band requirements to confirm adequate gain and linearity margins.

RF Amplifiers Selection Notes

Select the CMD231C3 when small form factor and high linearity are critical design drivers for military, space, or communication systems. This component is appropriate for designs requiring integrated 50-ohm matching without additional external passive components. Consider its GaAs technology and SMT packaging for applications where thermal management and board space are limited compared to larger discrete solutions.

RF Amplifiers Part Context

The CMD231C3 belongs to the CMD231 series of broadband driver amplifiers manufactured by Qorvo. It utilizes Gallium Arsenide (GaAs) Monolithic Microwave Integrated Circuit (MMIC) technology. The device is part of Qorvo's portfolio of wireless and RF integrated circuits designed for high-performance signal conditioning in demanding environments.

RF Amplifiers Replacement Considerations

Public confirmed substitute part numbers are not available in the provided documentation.