RFCA3306
RFCA3306
RFCA3306
75: High Linearity InGaP
HBT
75: High Linearity InGaP HBT
MMIC Amplifier
Package: SOT-89
Features
High Gain: 21dB
High Linearity and Low Distortion
41dBm OIP3 at 500MHz
-60dBc CSO
-87dBc CTB
Single 8V Supply
Noise Figure: 3dB at 500MHz
SOT-89 Package
Applications
Broadband 75: Gain Block
CATV Distribution Amplifiers
Pre-amplifier for CATV MultiDwelling Units
Functional Block Diagram
Product Description
RFMD's RFCA3306 is a high performance InGaP HBT MMIC amplifier designed to
run from a single +8V supply, without the need for an external dropping resistor.
The high gain, high linearity, and low distortion from 50MHz to 1000MHz make this
part ideal for broadband cable applications. An integrated active bias circuit provides stable gain over temperature and process variations. It is offered in a small
SOT-89 package and is RoHS compliant.
Ordering Information
RFCA3306SQ
RFCA3306SR
RFCA3306TR13
RFCA3306PCK-410
Sample bag with 25 pieces
7" Reel with 100 pieces
13" Reel with 2500 pieces
50MHz to 1000MHz PCBA with 5-piece sample bag
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Absolute Maximum Ratings
Parameter
Max Device Current (ICC)
Rating
Unit
170
mA
Max Device Voltage (VCC)
9
V
Max CW RF Input Power
15
dBm
Max Operating Junction Temp (TJ)
170
°C
Operating Temperature Range (TL)
-40 to +85
°C
Storage Temperature
-40 to +150
°C
ESD Rating (HBM)
1000V
Moisture Sensitivity Level
MSL2
Caution! ESD sensitive device.
Exceeding any one or a combination of the Absolute Maximum Rating conditions may
cause permanent damage to the device. Extended application of Absolute Maximum
Rating conditions to the device may reduce device reliability. Specified typical performance or functional operation of the device under Absolute Maximum Rating conditions is not implied.
The information in this publication is believed to be accurate and reliable. However, no
responsibility is assumed by RF Micro Devices, Inc. ("RFMD") for its use, nor for any
infringement of patents, or other rights of third parties, resulting from its use. No
license is granted by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights of
RFMD. RFMD reserves the right to change component circuitry, recommended application circuitry and specifications at any time without prior notice.
RFMD Green: RoHS compliant per EU Directive 2002/95/EC, halogen free
per IEC 61249-2-21, < 1000ppm each of antimony trioxide in polymeric
materials and red phosphorus as a flame retardant, and <2% antimony in
solder.
Notes:
1. The maximum ratings must all be met simultaneously.
2. PDISS = PDC + PRFIN - PRFOUT
3. TJ = TL + PDISS * RTH
Nominal Operating Parameters
Parameter
Specification
Min.
Typ.
Max.
Unit
50MHz to 1000MHz Application, VCC = 8.0V,
ID = 140mA, TL = 25°C, ZS = ZL = 75:
Overall (75:)
Frequency Range
Condition
50
Small Signal Gain
20
1000
MHz
22
dB
50MHz
21
dB
500MHz
1000MHz
18.5
dB
Gain Flatness
3.5
dB
P1dB
24.5
dBm
Noise Figure
3
dBm
Input Return Loss
13
dB
50MHz
10.5
dB
1000MHz
14.5
dB
50MHz
13.8
dB
1000MHz
43.8
dBm
50MHz, Tone Spacing = 6MHz,
POUT per Tone = +5dBm
36.7
dBm
1000MHz, Tone Spacing = 6MHz,
POUT per Tone = +5dBm
59.5
dBm
50MHz, Tone Spacing = 30MHz,
POUT per Tone = +0dBm
50.4
dBm
1000MHz, Tone Spacing = 30MHz,
POUT per Tone = +0dBm
79 Channels, +29dBmV/ch output
Output Return Loss
Output IP3
34
Output IP2
CSO
-60
dBc
CTB
-87
dBc
XMOD
-85
dBc
50MHz to 1000MHz Application,
TL = 25°C, ZS = ZL = 75:
Power Supply
Device Operating Voltage (VCC)
7.5
8
8.5
Device Operating Current (ICC)
125
140
155
Thermal Resistance (RTH)
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50MHz to 1000MHz
53
V
mA
°C/W
Quiescent, VCC = 8.0V
Junction to backside of PCB under the IC,
VCC = 8.0V
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Typical Performance: VCC = 8.0V
Gain versus Temperature
Isolation versus Temperature
-5
25
-40°C
-10
20
25°C
85°C
Isolatin (dB)
Gain (dB)
-15
15
10
-20
-25
-40°C
25°C
5
-30
85°C
-35
0
50
50
130 210 290 370 450 530 610 690 770 850 930 1010
Frequency (MHz)
Input Return Loss versus Temperature
130 210 290 370 450 530 610 690 770 850 930 1010
Frequency (MHz)
Output Return Loss versus Temperature
0
0
-5
-5
Output Return Loss (dB)
Input Return Loss (dB)
-40°C
-10
-15
-40°C
-20
25°C
85°C
-10
-15
-20
25°C
85°C
-25
-25
50
50
130 210 290 370 450 530 610 690 770 850 930 1010
Frequency (MHz)
Noise Figure versus Temperature
130 210 290 370 450 530 610 690 770 850 930 1010
Frequency (MHz)
P1dB versus Temperature
5
25
24
23
22
3
P1dB (dBm)
Noise Figure (dB)
4
2
1
21
20
19
-40°C
18
-40°C
25°C
17
25°C
16
85°C
85°C
0
50
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170
290
410
530
650
Frequency (MHz)
770
890
1010
15
50
500
Frequency (MHz)
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Typical Performance: VCC = 8.0V
Output IP3 versus Temperature
Output IP2 versus Temperature
46
63
44
61
42
59
-40°C
Output IP2 (dBm)
Output IP3 (dBm)
25°C
40
38
36
85°C
57
55
53
51
-40°C
34
49
25°C
32
85°C
47
30
45
50
150 250 350 450 500 550 650 750 850 950 1000
Frequency (MHz)
50
150
CTB versus Temperature
250
350
450 500 550 650
Frequency (MHz)
750
850
950 1000
XMOD versus Temperature
(79 Channels, 29dBmV/ch)
(79 Channels, 29dBmV/ch)
100
91
90
95
88
XMOD (dBc)
CTB (dBc)
89
87
86
85
83
55.25
85
-40°C
-40°C
80
25°C
84
90
25°C
85°C
77.25
85°C
211.25
331.25
Frequency (MHz)
445.25
75
55.25
547.25
CSO Lower versus Temperature
77.25
211.25
331.25
Frequency (MHz)
445.25
547.25
CSO Upper versus Temperature
(79 Channels, 29dBmV/ch)
(79 Channels, 29dBmV/ch)
100
85
95
80
CSO Upper (dBc)
CSO Lower (dBc)
90
85
80
75
70
65
-40°C
25°C
60
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70
-40°C
65
55
55.25
75
25°C
60
85°C
85°C
77.25
211.25
331.25
Frequency (MHz)
445.25
547.25
55
55.25
77.25
211.25
331.25
Frequency (MHz)
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445.25
547.25
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Evaluation Board Schematic
VCC
C1
P1
GND
+
1
2
HDR_1X2
1uF
C2
1000pF
GND
L1
1uH
C4
L2
1
U1
3
RFCA3306
GND
L3
8.2 nH
4.7nH
1000pF
R1
0 Ohm
1000pF
C7
0.5pF
GND
GND
C8
0.5pF
J2
RF OUT
C5
2
J1
RF IN
4
GND
GND
GND
Evaluation Board Bill of Materials (BOM)
Description
Reference
Designator
CA3310 Evaluation Board
Manufacturer
Manufacturer’s P/N
Dynamic Details (DDI)
Toronto
RFCA3310-410(A)
RFMD
RFCA3306SB
DUT
U1
CONN, HDR, ST, 2-PIN, 0.100"
P1
SAMTEC INC.
TSW-102-07-G-S
J1-J2
Millimeter Wave
Technologies, LLC
MW-846-C-DD-75
CONN, F FEM EDGE MOUNT, 75:, 0.068"
IND, 1PH, 5%, W/W, 0805
L1
Coilcraft, Inc.
0805LS-102XJLC
IND, 4.7nH, +/-0.3nH, M/L, 0402
L2
Murata Electronics
LQG15HN4N7S02D
IND, 8.2nH, 5%, M/L, 0402
CAP, 1000pF, 10%, 50V, X7R, 0402
CAP, 1PF, 10%, 16V, X7R, 1206
CAP, 0.5pF, +/-0.1pF, 50V, HI-Q, 0402
RES, 0:, 0402
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L3
Murata Electronics
LQG15HN8N2J02D
C2, C4-C5
Murata Electronics
GRM155R71H102KA01D
C1
Murata Electronics
GRM31MR71E105KA01L
C7-C8
Murata Electronics
GJM1555C1HR50BB01D
R1
Kamaya, Inc
RMC1/16SJPTH
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Evaluation Assembly Drawing
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Pin Names and Descriptions
Pin
1
2
Name
RFIN
GND
Description
3
RFOUT/VCC
4
GND
RF Input. External DC-blocking capacitor is required.
Connection to Ground. Use via holes for best performance to reduce lead inductance as close to ground
leads as possible.
RF Output, Device Collector. DC voltage is present on this pin, therefore a DC blocking capacitor is necessary for proper operation.
Connection to Ground. Use via holes for best performance to reduce lead inductance as close to ground
leads as possible.
Branding Diagram
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Package Drawing
Dimensions in millimeters
1.20
0.89
1.60
1.40
1.80
1.45
0.45
0.35
4.60
4.40
3.10
2.90
0.48 2 PL
0.36
1.75
1.40
0.53
0.41
2.60
2.40
0.43
0.38
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