DESCRIPTION
The LX5518 is a high gain and high power amplifier optimized for 802.11b/g/n applications in the 2.4-2.5GHz frequency range. The PA is implemented as a three-stage monolithic microwave integrated circuit (MMIC) with active bias, on-chip input matching, and output pre-matching.

KEY FEATURES
Advanced InGaP HBT
2.4-2.5GHz Operation
Single-Polarity 3-5V Supply
Power Gain ~ 30 dB
26dBm @3%EVM,802.11g/5V
24dBm @3.5%EVM,80211g/3.3V
28dBm @CCK,802.11b/5V
27dBm @CCK,802.11b/3.3V
24.5% Efficiency @28dBm/5V
Complete On-Chip Input Match
Simple Output Match for Optimal EVM
Temperature-Compensated On Chip Output Power Detector with Wide Dynamic Range
Small Footprint: 3x3mm²
Low Profile: 0.9mm

APPLICATIONS
802.11b/g/n