ATR4255P-ILQY

Product Overview

ATR4255P-ILQY from Microchip Technology is an AM/FM active antenna IC used in RF, microwave or wireless front-end designs. This product detail focuses on practical RF function, operating range, control/interface requirements and sourcing relevance for engineering and procurement teams.

The exact suffix should be matched against the original BOM because RF behavior can depend on package, die or reel option, control logic, bias network and qualified operating conditions.

Key Features

• Manufacturer: Microchip Technology
• Part Number: ATR4255P-ILQY
• Device Type: Highly integrated AM/FM active antenna IC
• Operating Frequency: 50 MHz to 900 MHz operating frequency range for the ATR4253C active antenna family
• Primary Application: 76 MHz to 108 MHz worldwide broadcast FM active antenna designs
• Integrated Functions: Integrated AGC, PIN diode driver, power-supply regulator and antenna sensor
• RF Performance Role: High dynamic range and excellent noise performance for automotive broadcast antenna systems
• Impedance Matching: RF amplifier adjustable to different cable impedances
• Power Profile: Low power consumption and low noise output voltage class
• Package / Case: PVPW / PVQW automotive active-antenna IC package family, exact suffix defines reel and package option
• Design Notes: Verify antenna sensor network, AGC constants and cable-impedance matching before board-level replacement.

Applications

Automotive AM/FM roof, windshield or bumper active antennas and car-radio front-end modules.

Replacement sourcing for broadcast radio antenna amplifier boards where AGC, PIN diode control and cable matching are required.

Quality & Sourcing

Antrex Electronics can support sourcing for ATR4255P-ILQY through available stock checks, BOM consolidation and alternative-lot review. For RF and microwave ICs or modules, packaging condition, date code, MSL handling, ESD control and original labeling should be checked before shipment.

For shortage coverage, repair support or project builds, Antrex Electronics can coordinate visual inspection, package verification and third-party testing when required. This helps buyers manage risk when sourcing discontinued, legacy or hard-to-find RF miscellaneous ICs and modules.