TGA4823-2-SM

    9.9 - 12.5 Gb/s, 3-13 Vpp Linear / Limiting Optical Modulator Driver

    Key Features

    • Up to 10 Vpp linear output voltage
    • > 12 Vpp limiting mode output voltage
    • Gain: 19 dB
    • Integrated high frequency bias tee
    • Internal DC blocks
    • Single-ended input / output
    • Bias: Vd = 8 V, Id = 310 mA, Vctrl = +1 V, Vg = -0.3 V typical for linear operation
    • Package dimensions: 8 x 8 x 2.1 mm

    Qorvo's TGA4823-2-SM is a high power wideband AGC amplifier that is part of a series of optical driver amplifiers suitable for a variety of driver applications. The part typically provides 19 dB small signal gain with 19 dB AGC range.

    The part is an excellent choice for applications requiring high drive combined with high linearity. The TGA4823-2-SM has demonstrated the capability to deliver 10 Vpp while maintaining output harmonic levels near -30 dBc for a 2 GHz fundamental.

    The TGA4823-2-SM requires a low frequency choke and control circuitry. The part is lead-free and RoHS compliant. MSL1 per IPC/JEDEC J-STD-020C. Evaluation boards available on request.

    Typical Applications

      • Mach-Zehnder Modulator Drivers
      • Metro and Long Haul Optical Networks
    Frequency Min(GHz) DC
    Frequency Max(GHz) 10
    Vpp(V) 3 to 13
    Gain(dB) 19
    3 dB Bandwidth(GHz) 9.5
    Voltage(V) 8
    Current(mA) 310
    RoHS Yes
    Lead Free No
    Halogen Free No
    ITAR Restricted No