Holistic design of 8-way combining transformers in SiGe technology for use in millimetre-wave power amplifiers

M. Thian, Marc Tiebout, V.F. Fusco

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Abstract

This paper presents the design of a novel 8-way power-combining transformer for use in mm-wave power amplifier (PA). The combiner exhibits a record low insertion loss of 1.25 dB at 83.5 GHz. A complete circuit comprised of a power splitter, two-stage cascode PA array, a power combiner and input/output matching elements was designed and realized in SiGe technology. Measured gain of at least 16.8 dB was obtained from 76.4 GHz to 85.3 GHz with a peak 19.5 dB at 83 GHz. The prototype delivered 12.5 dBm OP and 14 dBm saturated output power when operated from a 3.2 V DC supply voltage at 78 GHz.
Original languageEnglish
Pages72-74
Number of pages3
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 01 Jan 2013
EventSilicon Monolithic Integrated Circuits in RF Systems - Austin, TX, United States
Duration: 21 Jan 201323 Jan 2013

Conference

ConferenceSilicon Monolithic Integrated Circuits in RF Systems
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CityAustin, TX
Period21/01/201323/01/2013

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