MAAM-009563 RF Driver Amplifier 250 - 3000 MHz Rev. V1 Features • • • • • • • Functional Block Diagram OIP3: 47 dBm Broadband Operation High Efficiency Class 2 ESD Rating Lead-Free SOIC-8EP Package Halogen-Free “Green” Mold Compound RoHS* Compliant and 260°C Reflow Compatible Description The MAAM-009563 RF driver amplifier is a two stage GaAs MMIC which exhibits exceptional linearity performance as well as featuring high gain in a lead-free SOIC-8EP surface mount plastic package. The MAAM-009563 is fabricated using a GaAs HBT process to realize low current and high power functionality. The process features full passivation for increased performance and reliability. The MAAM-009563 has been designed to be a functional driver amplifier from 250 to 3000 MHz. This broad operation is achieved using external matching components as shown in the PCB layout. Component values are selected to center the 200 MHz instantaneous bandwidth within the overall frequency range. Ordering Information 1,2 Pin Configuration 5 Pin No. Pin Name Description 1 VCC1 1st Stage VCC & RF Output 2 N/C No Connection 3 N/C No Connection RFIN Amplifier Input 4 5 RFOUT/ VCC2 Amplifier Output & 2nd Stage VCC 6 RFOUT/ VCC2 Amplifier Output & 2nd Stage VCC 7 N/C No Connection 8 RFIN2 2nd Stage RF Input 5. The exposed pad centered on the package bottom must be connected to the RF and DC ground. Part Number Package MAAM-009563-000000 Bulk MAAM-009563-TR3000 3000 piece reel Parameter Maximum Operating Conditions MAAM-009563-001SMB Sample Board Junction Temperature 7 RF Output Power 170°C 31 dBm Operating Temperature -40°C to +85°C 1. Reference Application Note M513 for reel size information. 2. Sample board includes 5 loose parts. Absolute Maximum Ratings 3,4 Parameter RF Output Power Voltage Storage Temperature Junction Temperature Absolute Maximum 32 dBm 6 volts -65°C to +150°C 210°C Maximum Operating Conditions 6 6. These operating conditions will ensure MTTF > 1 x 106 hours. 7. Junction Temperature (TJ) = TA + Өjc * ((V * I) - (POUT - PIN)) Typical thermal resistance (Өjc) = 20º C/W a) For TA = 25°C, TJ = 74 °C @ 5 V, 535 mA, POUT = 24 dBm, PIN = 4.5 dBm b) For TA = 85°C, TJ = 123 °C @ 5 V, 430 mA, POUT = 24 dBm, PIN = 5.5 dBm 3. Exceeding any one or combination of these limits may cause permanent damage to this device. 4. M/A-COM Technology Solutions does not recommend sustained operation near these survivability limits. 1 * Restrictions on Hazardous Substances, European Union Directive 2002/95/EC. ADVANCED: Data Sheets contain information regarding a product M/A-COM Technology Solutions • North America Tel: 800.366.2266 • Europe Tel: +353.21.244.6400 is considering for development. Performance is based on target specifications, simulated results, • India Tel: +91.80.43537383 • China Tel: +86.21.2407.1588 and/or prototype measurements. Commitment to develop is not guaranteed. Visit www.macomtech.com for additional data sheets and product information. PRELIMINARY: Data Sheets contain information regarding a product M/A-COM Technology Solutions has under development. Performance is based on engineering tests. Specifications are typical. Mechanical outline has been fixed. Engineering samples and/or test data may be available. M/A-COM Technology Solutions Inc. and its affiliates reserve the right to make Commitment to produce in volume is not guaranteed. changes to the product(s) or information contained herein without notice. MAAM-009563 RF Driver Amplifier 250 - 3000 MHz Rev. V1 Electrical Specifications: Freq. = 2140 MHz, TA = 25°C, VCC = +5 V, Z0 = 50 Ω Parameter Units Min. Typ. Max. Gain dB 17 19.5 — Noise Figure dB — 6.25 — Input Return Loss dB — 13 — Output Return Loss dB — 13 — Output P1dB dBm — 31 — Output IP3 PIN = -4 dBm / tone, 1 MHz spacing dBm 44 47 — Quiescent Current mA — 500 — Current (PIN = -1 dBm) mA — 510 640 2140 MHz PCB Layout Parts List Part C1 C2, C5 C3, C4 C6 C7 C8 C9 L1 L2 L3 R1 J1, J2 2140 Schematic Value 1.8 pF 1000 pF 0.1 µF 1.2 pF 39 pF 2.7 pF 3.3 µF 2.4 nH 7.5 nH 8.2 nH 10 Ω Case Style 0402 0402 0402 0402 0402 0402 1206 0402 0402 0402 0402 Jumper Cross Section View The PCB dielectric between RF traces and RF ground layers should be chosen to reduce RF discontinuities between 50 Ω lines and package pins. M/A-COM recommends an FR-4 dielectric thickness of 0.008” (0.20 mm) yielding a 50 Ω line width of 0.015” (0.38 mm). The recommended RF metalization is 1 ounce copper. 2 ADVANCED: Data Sheets contain information regarding a product M/A-COM Technology Solutions • North America Tel: 800.366.2266 • Europe Tel: +353.21.244.6400 is considering for development. Performance is based on target specifications, simulated results, • India Tel: +91.80.43537383 • China Tel: +86.21.2407.1588 and/or prototype measurements. Commitment to develop is not guaranteed. Visit www.macomtech.com for additional data sheets and product information. PRELIMINARY: Data Sheets contain information regarding a product M/A-COM Technology Solutions has under development. Performance is based on engineering tests. Specifications are typical. Mechanical outline has been fixed. Engineering samples and/or test data may be available. M/A-COM Technology Solutions Inc. and its affiliates reserve the right to make Commitment to produce in volume is not guaranteed. changes to the product(s) or information contained herein without notice. MAAM-009563 RF Driver Amplifier 250 - 3000 MHz Rev. V1 Typical Performance Curves: 2140 MHz Configuration Gain Input Return Loss 30 0 +25 C -40 C +85 C 25 +25°C -40°C +85°C -5 -10 20 -15 15 -20 10 2.00 2.05 2.10 2.15 2.20 2.25 2.30 -25 2.00 2.05 Frequency (GHz) 2.10 2.15 2.20 2.25 2.30 Frequency (GHz) Noise Figure Output Return Loss 8.0 0 7.5 +25°C -40°C +85°C -5 7.0 6.5 -10 6.0 -15 5.5 +25 C -40 C +85 C 5.0 -20 4.5 -25 2.00 2.05 2.10 2.15 2.20 2.25 2.30 4.0 2.10 2.12 Frequency (GHz) 2.16 2.18 2.20 Output IP3 P1dB 60 30 +25 C -40 C +85 C 25 50 20 40 15 30 10 2.14 Frequency (GHz) 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 22 24 26 28 30 32 34 Output Power (dBm) 20 +25 C -40 C +85 C 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 22 24 26 Output Power (dBm)/Tone 3 ADVANCED: Data Sheets contain information regarding a product M/A-COM Technology Solutions • North America Tel: 800.366.2266 • Europe Tel: +353.21.244.6400 is considering for development. Performance is based on target specifications, simulated results, • India Tel: +91.80.43537383 • China Tel: +86.21.2407.1588 and/or prototype measurements. Commitment to develop is not guaranteed. Visit www.macomtech.com for additional data sheets and product information. PRELIMINARY: Data Sheets contain information regarding a product M/A-COM Technology Solutions has under development. Performance is based on engineering tests. Specifications are typical. Mechanical outline has been fixed. Engineering samples and/or test data may be available. M/A-COM Technology Solutions Inc. and its affiliates reserve the right to make Commitment to produce in volume is not guaranteed. changes to the product(s) or information contained herein without notice. MAAM-009563 RF Driver Amplifier 250 - 3000 MHz Rev. V1 Typical Performance Curves, 2140 MHz Configuration Current 900 800 Handling Procedures 700 Please observe the following precautions to avoid damage: 600 500 Static Sensitivity 400 300 200 +25 C -40 C +85 C 100 0 Gallium Arsenide Integrated Circuits are sensitive to electrostatic discharge (ESD) and can be damaged by static electricity. Proper ESD control techniques should be used when handling these class 2 devices. 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 22 24 26 28 30 32 34 Output Power (dBm) Lead-Free SOIC-8EP† † Reference Application Note M538 for lead-free solder reflow recommendations. Meets JEDEC moisture sensitivity level 1 requirements. Plating is 100% matte tin over copper. 4 ADVANCED: Data Sheets contain information regarding a product M/A-COM Technology Solutions • North America Tel: 800.366.2266 • Europe Tel: +353.21.244.6400 is considering for development. Performance is based on target specifications, simulated results, • India Tel: +91.80.43537383 • China Tel: +86.21.2407.1588 and/or prototype measurements. Commitment to develop is not guaranteed. Visit www.macomtech.com for additional data sheets and product information. PRELIMINARY: Data Sheets contain information regarding a product M/A-COM Technology Solutions has under development. Performance is based on engineering tests. Specifications are typical. Mechanical outline has been fixed. Engineering samples and/or test data may be available. M/A-COM Technology Solutions Inc. and its affiliates reserve the right to make Commitment to produce in volume is not guaranteed. changes to the product(s) or information contained herein without notice.