MAX2181A:FM Automotive Low-Noise Amplifier

Smaller BOM and Cost with Programmable Attack Point and Gain

The MAX2181A is a highly integrated FM variable-gain low-noise amplifier ideal for use in automotive FM and FM-diversity active antenna applications. The device features an FM signal path, providing 30dB of gain range, controlled by an on-chip power detector. The FM signal path covers 76MHz to 162.5MHz. The device is available in a small, 3mm x 3mm, TQFN package and operates over the extended industrial temperature range (-40°C to +85°C).

Key Features
  • +5V Supply Voltage
  • Integrated AGC Function Eliminates External Pin Diodes
  • High Dynamic Range
  • Low-Noise, Sub 3dB Noise Figure
  • Low External BOM
  • Small Package (3mm x 3mm TQFN)
  • Integrated Power Detector
MAX2181A: Simplified Block Diagram
MAX2181A: Simplified Block Diagram
Applications/Uses
  • Automotive Active Antenna
  • Automotive Head Unit
DataSheet
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MAX2181A Data SheetMAX2181A.pdf
Parametrics
Part NumberRF Freq.
(MHz)
RF Freq.
(MHz)
Noise Figure
(dB)
Gain
(dB)
ISUPPLY
(mA)
Footprint
(mm x mm)
Package/PinsBudgetary
Price
minmaxSee Notes
MAX2181A76162.52.78.5563.0 x 3.0TQFN/16$0.78 @1k
Ordering Information
Part NumberStatusRecommended ReplacementPackageTempRoHS
MAX2181AETE+ActiveTQFN,;16 pin;9.6 mm²-40°C to +85°CLead Free
MAX2181AETE+TActiveTQFN,;16 pin;9.6 mm²-40°C to +85°CLead Free
MAX2181AETE/V+ActiveTQFN,;16 pin;9.6 mm²-40°C to +85°CLead Free
MAX2181AETE/V+TActiveTQFN,;16 pin;9.6 mm²-40°C to +85°CLead Free
MAX2181AETE/V+TGH7ActiveTQFN,;16 pin;9.6 mm²-40°C to +85°CLead Free
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