• SKY65017-70LF: 0.1 to 6.0 GHz InGaP Cascadable Amplifier

1. Core Parameters
The SKY65017-70LF is a high-performance broadband amplifier manufactured using the InGaP HBT process and designed for RF applications that require wide bandwidth and high gain. The product is packaged in a miniature SOT-89-3 package with 50 Ω input/output impedance, which is convenient for cascading and does not require an external impedance matching network. Its high linearity and low noise characteristics make it an ideal choice for wireless communications, industrial RF, and test equipment.

Frequency range: 0.1 GHz ~ 6 GHz
Gain: 20 dB (typical @ 2 GHz)
Output power: +20 dBm (P1dB @ 2 GHz)
Noise figure: 4.5 dB (typical @ 2 GHz)
Operating voltage: 4.5V ~ 5.5V
Operating current: 120 mA (typical)
Package type: SOT-89-3 (surface mount)
Operating temperature range: -40°C ~ +85°C

2. Technical advantages
1. Wide bandwidth coverage: supports 0.1 GHz to 6 GHz, covering multi-band communication needs.
2. High gain design: 20 dB gain (@ 2 GHz) improves signal transmission efficiency.
3. Cascading convenience: 50 Ω impedance matching simplifies multi-stage amplifier circuit design.
4. High reliability: InGaP HBT process ensures stable performance and long life.
5. Wide temperature adaptability: -40°C to +85°C operating range meets the needs of harsh environments.

3. Typical application scenarios
1. Wireless communication: WLAN routers, DBS (Direct Broadcast Satellite) receivers, base station front-end modules.
2. Industrial testing: RF signal source, spectrum analyzer, network analyzer.
3. Automotive electronics: vehicle radar, telematics modules (such as 4G/5G T-Box).
4. Internet of Things (IoT): Low Power Wide Area Network (LPWAN) devices, smart sensors.