NXP Semiconductors A5M35TG140TC-EVB

Overview

A5M35TG140TC-EVB from NXP is an evaluation board for the A5M35TG140-TC top-side cooling RF power amplifier module, designed for 5G massive MIMO active antenna systems operating in the 3.4–3.8 GHz band, delivering 40.2 dBm average output power with 30.7 dB gain, 46.6% drain efficiency, and 9.3 dB output back-off at 5/48 V supply.

For engineers reviewing the A5M35TG140TC-EVB datasheet, A5M35TG140TC-EVB pinout, A5M35TG140TC-EVB application, or A5M35TG140TC-EVB equivalent, this board enables rapid characterization of thermal management, RF performance, and system integration of NXP's top-side cooled GaN/LDMOS hybrid PA modules in 32T32R and 64T64R radio architectures.

Technical Context

The A5M35TG140TC-EVB supports evaluation of the A5M35TG140-TC module's operation across 3400–3800 MHz, with dual-rail DC bias (5 V for driver stage, 48 V for final stage), and integrates thermal interface material (TIM) and heatsink mounting provisions optimized for top-side cooling architecture.

This board implements a complete RF front-end path including input/output filtering, circulator interface, and digital control interfaces aligned with Open RAN-compliant 5G mMIMO radio designs, enabling measurement of linearity, ACLR, EVM, and thermal transient response under real-world modulation conditions.

Key Specifications

Availability

A5M35TG140TC-EVB is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for 5G mMIMO active antenna development, Open RAN radio prototyping, and outdoor small cell RF front-end validation requiring stable component supply and full design file access.

Supply support for A5M35TG140TC-EVB includes scheduled delivery planning, volume procurement assistance, BOM continuity management, traceable sourcing, and lifecycle availability coordination for OEM customers, industrial embedded developers, connected-device designers, and electronics production programs.

Manufacturer

NXP Semiconductors is a global semiconductor company headquartered in Eindhoven, Netherlands, specializing in secure connectivity solutions for automotive, industrial, and communications infrastructure markets.

The A5M35TG140TC-EVB belongs to NXP's Top-Side Cooling Evaluation Board family, developed specifically to accelerate RF power module integration in thermally constrained 5G radio units where conventional bottom-side cooling limits form factor and RF shielding performance.

FAQ

What is the primary function of the A5M35TG140TC-EVB?

The A5M35TG140TC-EVB is an evaluation board designed to characterize the RF performance, thermal behavior, and system-level integration of the A5M35TG140-TC top-side cooling power amplifier module. It provides full access to RF I/O, DC bias rails, and mechanical mounting features required to validate operation in 3.4–3.8 GHz 5G mMIMO radio applications.

Does the A5M35TG140TC-EVB include design files?

Yes, the A5M35TG140TC-EVB includes complete board design files: schematic, PCB layout, bill of materials (BOM), and mechanical drawings. These files are provided by NXP to support customer-specific adaptations, thermal modeling, and RF layout verification prior to custom radio board development.

Which frequency band does the A5M35TG140TC-EVB target?

The A5M35TG140TC-EVB targets the 3400–3800 MHz range, aligning with the 3.5 GHz n78 band used globally for 5G standalone and non-standalone deployments. Its RF path is optimized for wideband operation across this entire span without retuning.

What power supply configuration does the A5M35TG140TC-EVB require?

The A5M35TG140TC-EVB requires two independent DC supplies: +5 V for the driver stage and +48 V for the final GaN/LDMOS stage. This dual-rail configuration mirrors actual 5G radio power distribution and ensures accurate efficiency and linearity measurements of the A5M35TG140TC-EVB under operational conditions.

Is the A5M35TG140TC-EVB compatible with Open RAN architectures?

Yes, the A5M35TG140TC-EVB supports Open RAN-compliant development through its standardized RF interface, digital control pin access, and mechanical compatibility with common mMIMO antenna array form factors. It enables validation of A5M35TG140TC-EVB performance in disaggregated, vendor-neutral radio systems.