MBC13916NT1 - SiGe:C RF Cascode LNA, 100MHz-2.5GHz | NXP
부품 번호: MBC13916NT1 ✓ 활성| 수량 | 단가 | 합계 |
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| 1 | $0.99 | $0.99 |
| 10 | $0.79 | $7.90 |
| 100 | $0.55 | $55.00 |
| 500 | $0.42 | $210.00 |
| 1,000 | $0.36 | $360.00 |
MBC13916NT1 개요
A cascode low-noise amplifier (LNA) is a two-transistor RF amplifier topology that stacks a common-emitter input stage with a common-base output stage. This configuration dramatically reduces the Miller effect at the input, improves high-frequency gain, and raises reverse isolation when compared with a single common-emitter LNA. The cascode LNA sits one level above a discrete RF transistor in the component hierarchy (cascode LNA -> RF amplifier IC -> front-end module -> RF transceiver) and is a building block of nearly every superheterodyne and direct-conversion wireless receiver front end.
The MBC13916 key features include 100 MHz to 2.5 GHz broadband operation in a single stage, 2.7 V to 5 V single-supply operation with simple external biasing, high reverse isolation thanks to the cascode configuration, low-noise SiGe:C process technology for better noise figure than competing silicon bipolar LNAs, and the small SOT-343R surface-mount package that enables compact front-end layouts. The device is well-suited as a buffer, driver, or first-stage LNA.
At 1.9 GHz the MBC13916 supports small-signal operation with around 16 dB gain at 1.9 GHz (per the GlobalSpec datasheet entry summarizing the part) while integrating easily into 50 ohm systems with simple matching networks. The SiGe:C process is NXP's mainstream high-frequency silicon-germanium technology that delivers GaAs-like noise performance at silicon CMOS-like integration and cost, which is why the MBC13916 is widely used as a general-purpose RF gain block across commercial and industrial designs.
Typical applications for the MBC13916NT1 include cellular handset front ends, GPS receivers, ISM-band radios, wireless LAN receivers, satellite downconverters, and general-purpose IF or RF buffering. The combination of broadband operation and a small footprint also makes it well suited as a lab gain block or measurement preamp.
When designing with the MBC13916, designers should bias the device from a regulated 2.7 V to 5 V supply, add DC blocking caps at the input and output, and follow the matching network recommended in the NXP datasheet for the band of interest. The SOT-343R package has low thermal resistance relative to its size, but at higher input powers (typ. up to about +10 dBm CW), careful board layout is needed to keep the input return loss stable.
This page synthesizes distributor pricing, drop-in alternative guidance, and applied design notes to support design engineers selecting the MBC13916NT1 for their RF front-end chain.
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MRFIC0916
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MBC13916NT1G
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MBC13917NT1
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MBC13916NT1 최대 정격 & 전기적 특성
| Part Number | MBC13916NT1 |
| Manufacturer | NXP Semiconductors |
| Device Type | SiGe:C RF Cascode Low-Noise Amplifier (LNA) |
| Process Technology | SiGe:C RF BiCMOS |
| Frequency Range | 100 MHz to 2.5 GHz |
| Test Frequency | 1.9 GHz (typical) |
| Small-Signal Gain | 16 dB (typical at 1.9 GHz, per GlobalSpec datasheet summary) |
| 공급 전압 | 2.7 V to 5 V |
| Maximum CW Input Power | 10 dBm (per Partstack listing) |
| Input/Output Impedance | 50 ohm nominal (with external matching) |
| 패키지 | SOT-343R / SC-82A, 4 pins |
| 실장 유형 | Surface Mount |
| Lead-Free / RoHS | Lead-Free, JESD-609 Code e3 (per Partstack) |
| Marking Code | 16N |
| Body Material | Plastic/Epoxy |
MBC13916NT1 핀 구성
| 핀 1 | RF IN — RF input, DC blocked externally; connect via matching network |
| 핀 2 | GND — Ground and thermal tab - must be soldered to PCB ground pour |
| 핀 3 | RF OUT — RF output, DC blocked externally; connect via matching network |
| 핀 4 | VCC — Bias supply input, 2.7 V to 5 V, decouple with 100 nF and bulk capacitor |
일반적인 애플리케이션
MBC13916NT1 적합 용도: 7 애플리케이션s: Cellular Handset Front-End RF Amplifier, GPS Receiver LNA / Front-End, ISM-Band Radio Transceiver, WLAN / Wi-Fi 2.4 GHz Front-End, General-Purpose IF/RF Buffer and Lab Gain Block, Satellite L-Band Downconverter Front-End, Wireless Sensor Network Node RF Stage.
Cellular Handset Front-End RF Amplifier
The MBC13916NT1 fits cellular handset front-end stages at 900 MHz and 1.9 GHz because of its 100 MHz to 2.5 GHz bandwidth and about 16 dB of typical gain at 1.9 GHz. In a typical GSM/EDGE or WCDMA receive chain the part is biased from a 2.7 V to 5 V low-dropout regulator and placed between the antenna switch and the SAW filter, providing broadband gain before the narrowband filter. The 50 ohm input/output impedance with external LC matching makes PCB integration straightforward. Compared to a discrete RF transistor the MBC13916 saves board area thanks to the SOT-343R package while still allowing per-band matching network optimization.
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GPS Receiver LNA / Front-End
The MBC13916NT1 suits GPS L1 front-end applications at 1.575 GHz where its SiGe:C cascode topology delivers low noise figure together with high reverse isolation. Positioned between the active GPS antenna and the GPS receiver IC, the part adds gain to overcome cable and filter insertion loss while the cascode configuration keeps the input impedance stable. A simple two-component matching network tunes the 1.575 GHz band; the broadband nature of the part means the same circuit can also support 1.2 GHz L2/L5 if the SAW filter is re-selected. The 2.7 V supply matches the typical GPS receiver bias rail.
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ISM-Band Radio Transceiver
ISM-band radios in the 433 MHz, 868 MHz, 915 MHz, and 2.4 GHz ranges all fall inside the 100 MHz to 2.5 GHz operating window of the MBC13916NT1, so a single reference design can serve multiple regional variants. Its 16 dB typical gain provides useful link budget margin for low-power transmitter drivers and for receiver LNA stages. The SOT-343R package is well suited to sub-$5 wireless sensor modules where every square millimeter counts. Designers can re-use the matching network from the NXP datasheet, scaling the LC values for each sub-band.
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WLAN / Wi-Fi 2.4 GHz Front-End
The MBC13916NT1 is suitable as a 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi front-end gain block, particularly for industrial Wi-Fi modules and access points that need a few dB extra link margin. At 2.4 GHz the part still provides useful gain with the matching network recommended in the NXP datasheet; the cascode topology's high reverse isolation improves stability in the presence of the high-output PA on the same PCB. The 2.7 V minimum supply allows direct connection to typical 3.3 V WLAN SoC power rails without an extra LDO, simplifying the BOM. The 16 dB gain can compensate for SAW filter and diplexer losses.
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General-Purpose IF/RF Buffer and Lab Gain Block
Bench and lab use benefits from a broadband gain block like the MBC13916NT1, which can be biased from a 5 V lab rail and matched with a simple 50 ohm network for use from 100 MHz through 2.5 GHz. The part makes a handy pre-amplifier for spectrum analyzer measurements, a driver for mixer test setups, or a reference amplifier for evaluating NF measurement systems. The SOT-343R package handles standard lab input powers comfortably while the cascode topology reduces oscillation risk even with mismatched lab cabling.
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Satellite L-Band Downconverter Front-End
Satellite L-band receivers in the 950 MHz to 2.1 GHz range leverage the broadband gain of the MBC13916NT1 to amplify weak satellite signals before the LNA driving a downconverter. The high reverse isolation (a hallmark of the cascode topology) protects the part from local-oscillator leakage radiating back through the downconverter mixer. The 5 V maximum supply aligns with typical satellite receiver bias, and the SOT-343R package permits compact PCB integration. Designers should add a SAW or BPF filter before and after the part to manage out-of-band blockers common in satellite bands.
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Wireless Sensor Network Node RF Stage
Wireless sensor network nodes in industrial automation often operate in the 868/915 MHz ISM bands or 2.4 GHz and need a small, low-cost RF amplifier that can be added close to the antenna. The MBC13916NT1 fills this role with its 100 MHz to 2.5 GHz broadband coverage and a SOT-343R package that fits inside the tight 10x10 mm sensor-node form factor. The 2.7 V minimum supply lets it share the coin-cell or regulated 3.3 V rail, and the SiGe:C process keeps current consumption modest so battery life is preserved.
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추천 제품 요약
엔지니어링 참조 데이터: MBC13916NT1 — 비교, 설계 지침 및 규정 준수 정보.
선택 가이드
대체품과의 비교
| 파라미터 | 이 제품 | MRFIC0916 | MBC13916NT1G | MBC13917NT1 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors (same brand) | NXP Semiconductors (same brand) | NXP Semiconductors (same brand) |
| Process Technology | SiGe:C RF BiCMOS | Earlier SiGe/RF BiCMOS | SiGe:C RF BiCMOS (same) | SiGe:C RF BiCMOS (same family) |
주요 차별점
- Improved high-frequency gain and noise figure over the MRFIC0916 legacy part (vs MRFIC0916)
- Lead-free / RoHS-compliant Pb-free reel variant available (vs MBC13916NT1G)
- Extended-family band tuning on identical footprint (vs MBC13917NT1)
설계 노트
The SOT-343R package uses pin 2 as a combined ground/thermal pad. Solder this pad directly to the PCB ground pour with multiple thermal vias underneath to keep the cascode transistor's ground-return inductance low. Any series inductance in the ground return will degrade stability and degrade high-frequency gain. Aim for a ground-via fence around the device footprint and stitch the top and bottom ground pours densely.
Use controlled-impedance 50 ohm transmission lines (microstrip or coplanar waveguide) on both RF IN and RF OUT traces, and place the input DC-block capacitor as close to Pin 1 as physically possible to minimize parasitic inductance. The supply decoupling on Pin 4 should use a 100 nF ceramic in parallel with a 1 uF to 10 uF bulk capacitor, both placed within 2 mm of the pin. Following the NXP reference layout closely is the single biggest factor in preserving the 16 dB typical gain.
Do not operate the MBC13916NT1 without DC-blocking capacitors on input and output; the part has internal bias that can be disturbed by DC leakage from adjacent stages. Avoid routing digital signals (clocks, data lines) directly under the device, as broadband noise coupling can degrade noise figure. Confirm that the source impedance presented by the preceding stage plus matching network remains in the stable region of the part's S-parameter plane across the full operating band.
Although the MBC13916NT1 is a small-signal RF amplifier, the SOT-343R package has limited thermal dissipation. At maximum CW input power (10 dBm) and worst-case supply (5 V), estimated device dissipation is on the order of a few tens of milliwatts, which is within the package's rating. However, attaching the part to a small isolated copper pour in a sealed enclosure can push junction temperature above the safe limit - in those cases, expand the copper pour connected to Pin 2 or add forced-air cooling.
규정 준수 정보
RoHS compliance inferred from the Partstack JESD-609 Code e3 listing. Lead-free confirmed by the same e3 marker. REACH, halogen-free, and conflict-mineral declarations are not surfaced in the verified data and should be confirmed with NXP's environmental compliance documents if required.
