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1400 CW extremely rugged reliable RF transistor withstands VSWR > 65:1

Nijmegen, The Netherlands, May 3 – Ampleon today announced the availability of the BLCU188XRS, a 1400W, CW capable, high power extremely rugged transistor constructed in a thermally optimized air cavity ACP3 copper flanged plastic package. Able to withstand extremely load mismatches, up to a VSWR > 65:1, this Gen6 HV 50 V LDMOS device has a 30% better thermal resistance (R,th) compared to a traditional air cavity ceramic packaged transistor, and combined with its high efficiency, requires less stringent cooling requirements.

The BLCU188XRS has unmatched input and output making it suitable for a wide variety of applications including FM and VHF TV broadcast, industrial, scientific and medical RF power generators. It is suitable for any RF power application in the 10 MHz to 600 MHz range.

The device also has a number of parameters that contribute to it offering excellent reliability characteristics for the end application. These include a higher BVDSS breakdown voltage, improved parasitic bipolar breakdown, and an improved Class C operation due to a new ESD-diode structure that has a larger negative voltage range. Also, the device offers good stability and spurious behaviour at a VSWR > 90:1.

The BLCU188XRS is currently sampling with general availability due in Q3, 2016.

About Ampleon:

Created in 2015, Ampleon is shaped by 50 years of RF power leadership. Recently being spun-off from NXP Semiconductors, the company is set to exploit the full potential of data and energy transfer in RF. Ampleon has more than 1,250 employees worldwide, dedicated to creating optimal value for customers. Its innovative, yet consistent portfolio offers products and solutions for a wide range of applications, such as cellular base stations, radio/TV/broadcasting, radar, air traffic control, cooking, lighting, industrial lasers and medical. For details on the leading global partner in RF Power, visithttp://www.ampleon.com

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