QPF4506B Wi-Fi Front End Module Product Overview The Qorvo QPF4506B is an integrated front end module (FEM) designed for Wi-Fi 6 systems. The compact form factor and integrated matching minimizes layout area in the application. Performance is focused on optimizing the PA for a 5 V supply voltage that conserves power consumption while maintaining 16 Pad 3x3mm Laminate Package the highest linear output power and leading edge throughput. Receive path matches the optimal technologies to maximize Rx sensitivity through noise figure performance that is Key Features consistent over a wider variety of conditions. nd rd 51505925MHz The receive path has integrated die level filtering for 2 and 3 harmonics as well as 2.4 GHz rejection for DBDC operation are P = +15 dBm MCS11 HE160 -43 dB Dynamic EVM OUT included. P = +21 dBm MCS9 VHT80 -35 dB Dynamic EVM OUT P = +23 dBm MCS7 HT20/40 -30 dB Dynamic EVM OUT Another key feature is the integration of a DC power detector P = +25 dBm MCS0 HT20 Spectral Mask Compliance OUT that allows power control down to low powers and enables the Optimized for +5 V Operation possibility to calibrate against a constant slope to reduce device 30 dB Tx Gain calibration time in production. 1.7 dB Noise Figure 13.5 dB Rx Gain & 6 dB Bypass Loss The QPF4506B integrates a 5 GHz power amplifier (PA), regulator, single-pole two throw switch (SP2T), and a 28 dB 2.4 GHz Rejection on Rx Path bypassable low noise amplifier (LNA). Integrated Logarithmic DC Power Detector Applications Functional Block Diagram Access Points Wireless Routers Residential Gateways Customer Premise Equipment Internet of Things Ordering Information Part Number Description QPF4506BSB Sample bag with 5 pieces QPF4506BSQ Sample bag with 25 pieces QPF4506BSR 7 reel with 100 pieces QPF4506BTR13-5K 13 reel with 5000 pieces QPF4506BEVB-01 Assembled Evaluation Board Top View QPF4506B Data Sheet 053019 Subject to change without notice 1 of 8 www.qorvo.com QPF4506B Wi-Fi Front End Module Absolute Maximum Ratings Parameter Conditions Rating DC Supply Voltage -0.5 to +6 V Control Voltage PA EN, C0 & C1 -0.5 to +6 V Storage Temperature -40 to 150C 6 MTTF > 1.5x10 hours 160 C Junction Temperature 6 MTTF > 1.0x10 hours 170 C Into 50 Load for 802.11a-ax (No RF Input Power at TX IN +10 dBm Damage), Transmit Mode RF Input Power at ANT (No Damage), Receive LNA On Mode +15 dBm RF Input Power at ANT (No Damage), Receive Bypass Mode +28 dBm Exceeding any one or a combination of the Absolute Maximum Rating conditions may cause permanent damage to the device. Extended application of Absolute Maximum Rating conditions to the device may reduce device reliability. This is an InGaP device designed for high duty cycle applications with Tj>30 C over ambient. Recommended Operating Conditions Parameter Min. Typ. Max. Units Operating Frequency 5150 5850 MHz Extended Operating Frequency 4900 5925 MHz Device Voltage (V & V ) +4.75 +5 +5.25 V CC DD Extended Device Voltage (V & V ) +3.15 +5.5 V CC DD Control Voltage High +1.6 VCC V Control Voltage - Low 0 +0.4 V TOPERATING* -40 +85 C Electrical specifications are measured at specified test conditions. Extended Parameters have degraded performance but operational. Specifications are not guaranteed over all recommended operating conditions. * TOPERATING is temperature at package ground. Electrical Specifications Parameter Conditions Min. Typ. Max. Units TRANSMIT (TX-ANT) MODE Unless otherwise noted: VCC/DD=5V, T=+25C, PA EN=High, C0 =Low, C1=High (1) Wi-Fi 6 HE160 Output Power 15 dBm MCS11 1024QAM (11ax) Dynamic EVM -43 dB Wi-Fi 6 HE160 Output Power 16 18 dBm MCS11 1024QAM (11ax) -40 dB Wi-Fi 5 VHT80 Output Power 19 21 dBm MCS9 256QAM (11ac) Dynamic EVM -35 dB Wi-Fi 4 HT20/40 Output Power 21.5 23 dBm MCS7 64QAM (11n) Dynamic EVM -30 dB Margin to VHT80 Spectral Mask POUT = +24 dBm, 11ac MCS0 0 3 dBc Margin to HT20 Spectral Mask POUT = +25 dBm, 11n MCS0 0 3 dBc Gain 28 30 dB Gain Flatness Across any 160 MHz Channel -0.85 +0.85 dB Out of Band Gain f = 3300-3800 MHz -10 -4.5 dB TX Port Return Loss 7.5 15 dB QPF4506B Data Sheet 053019 Subject to change without notice www.qorvo.com 2 of 8