RFFM8516

    5 GHz 802.11a/n/ac Wi-Fi Front End Module

    Discontinued >

    End of Life announced September 8, 2023 (PCN 23-0129).
    Last Time Buy: March 11, 2024
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    Key Features

    • POUT = +17 dBm, 802.11ac,
    • 80 MHz MCS9 at 1.4 % (-37 dB)
    • Dynamic EVM
    • High efficiency
    • Input and Output Matched to 50 ohm
    • Integrated 5 GHz PA, SP2T, LNA with Bypass and PDET
    • Integrated 2.4 GHz Rx Filter
    • Integrated Power Detector
    • High Impedance PA Enable

    Qorvo's RFFM8516 provides a complete integrated solution in a single front end module (FEM) for WiFi 802.11a/n/ac systems. Performance is focused on a balance of efficiency to enable long battery life and linear power that increases the range of connection. It is specifically designed to work with the RFFM8216 to greatly reduce BOM cost in dual band applications. The RFFM8516 integrates a 5 GHz power amplifier (PA), single pole double throw switch (SP2T), LNA with bypass, harmonic and 2.4 GHz Rx filtering and a power detector coupler for improved accuracy. The device is provided in a 2.3mm x 2.3mm x 0.33mm, 16- pin QFN package.

    Frequency Min(GHz) 5.18
    Frequency Max(GHz) 5.825
    Functionality PA, Switch, LNA with Bypass
    Wi-Fi Standards a/n/ac
    11ac Pout(dBm) 17
    Tx Gain(dB) 29
    11ac EVM(%) 1.4
    Vcc(V) 3.3
    Package Type QFN
    Package(mm) 2.3 x 2.3 x 0.33
    RoHS Yes
    Lead Free Yes
    Halogen Free Yes
    ITAR Restricted No
    ECCN 5A991.G