DATA SHEET SKY12236-11: High IIP3, 2.6 to 5.0 GHz Voltage-Controlled Variable Attenuator Applications Control Voltage Control Voltage RF In/Out RF Out/In Automatic power leveling/gain control circuits in cellular base stations and point-to-point radio IF chains General wireless systems including WiMAX, LTE, WCDMA, VSAT, and military communications Features 202529-001 Broadband operating range: 2.6 to 5.0 GHz Maximum attenuation: 25 dB Control voltage range: 0 to 5 V High IIP3: +43 dBm Low current consumption: <2 mA @ maximum attenuation Small, MCM (8-pin, 4.9 x 3.2 mm) package (MSL3, 260 C per JEDEC J-STD-020) Figure 1. SKY12236-11 Block Diagram Skyworks GreenTM products are compliant with all applicable legislation and are halogen-free. For additional information, refer to Skyworks Definition of GreenTM, document number SQ04–0074. Description The SKY12236-11 is a voltage-controlled variable attenuator from Skyworks series of high third order input intercept point (IIP3) components. The device has been designed to operate over the 2.6 to 5.0 GHz frequency band, but is specifically optimized for use as a wide dynamic range, low distortion attenuator. The SKY12236-11 provides monotonic attenuation performance over its entire control voltage range. This attenuator is comprised of a pair of matched PIN diodes that terminate two ports of its internal 90-degree hybrid coupler. The diodes are biased using an external control voltage signal. The attenuator requires no external components. It operates with a control voltage range of 0 to 5 V and a 1.7 mA typical control current at maximum attenuation. A functional block diagram is shown in Figure 1. The pin configuration and package are shown in Figure 2. Signal pin assignments and functional pin descriptions are provided in Table 1. Skyworks Solutions, Inc. • Phone [781] 376-3000 • Fax [781] 376-3100 • [email protected] • www.skyworksinc.com 202529F • Skyworks Proprietary and Confidential Information • Products and Product Information are Subject to Change Without Notice • June 3, 2016 1 GND J1 8 7 6 1 GND 5 3 4 202529-002 V_CONTROL V_CONTROL 2 GND GND J2 DATA SHEET • SKY12236-11: VARIABLE ATTENUATOR Figure 2. SKY12236-11 Pinout (Top View) Table 1. SKY12236-11 Signal Descriptions Pin Name Description Pin Name Description 1 GND Ground. Must be connected to PCB ground using lowest possible inductance path. 5 GND Ground. Must be connected to PCB ground using lowest possible inductance path. 2 V_CONTROL Control voltage input (voltage applied is nominally equal to the voltage applied to pin 4) 6 J1 RF input/output 3 GND Ground. Must be connected to PCB ground using lowest possible inductance path. 7 GND Ground. Must be connected to PCB ground using lowest possible inductance path. 4 V_CONTROL Control voltage input (voltage applied is nominally equal to the voltage applied to pin 2) 8 J2 RF output/input Technical Description The SKY12236-11 is a 50 Ω matched voltage-controlled variable attenuator with monotonic attenuation performance from 2.6 to 5.0 GHz over its entire control voltage range. This attenuator requires no external biasing or RF matching components. Monotonic performance means the attenuation increases as the applied DC voltage increases. This attenuator is comprised of a pair of matched PIN diodes that terminate two ports of an internal 90-degree hybrid coupler. The diodes are biased using an external control voltage signal that sets the bias current through a resistive network. The attenuator operates with a control voltage range of 0 to 5 V and a 1.7 mA typical control current at maximum attenuation. As the control voltage increases, the bias current through each of the PIN diodes also increases. This increased bias current lowers the resistance of the PIN diodes. Maximum attenuation occurs when the resistance of the PIN diodes equals the characteristic impedance of the hybrid coupler ports, which they terminate. This occurs at a control voltage of approximately 5 VDC. Electrical and Mechanical Specifications The absolute maximum ratings of the SKY12236-11 are provided in Table 2. Electrical specifications are provided in Table 3. Performance characteristics for the SKY12236-11 are illustrated in Figures 3 through 8. Skyworks Solutions, Inc. • Phone [781] 376-3000 • Fax [781] 376-3100 • [email protected] • www.skyworksinc.com 2 June 3, 2016 • Skyworks Proprietary and Confidential Information • Products and Product Information are Subject to Change Without Notice • 202529F DATA SHEET • SKY12236-11: VARIABLE ATTENUATOR Table 2. SKY12236-11 Absolute Maximum Ratings1 Parameter Control voltage Symbol Minimum VDC Maximum Units 10 V RF input power (CW) PIN 4 W Control current ICC 50 mA Diode reverse bias voltage 50 V Storage temperature TSTG –40 +85 C Operating temperature TOP –40 +85 C Electrostatic discharge: ESD 500 250 50 V V V Charged-Device Model (CDM), Class 3 Human Body Model (HBM), Class 1A Machine Model (MM), Class A 1 Exposure to maximum rating conditions for extended periods may reduce device reliability. There is no damage to device with only one parameter set at the limit and all other parameters set at or below their nominal value. Exceeding any of the limits listed here may result in permanent damage to the device. ESD HANDLING: Although this device is designed to be as robust as possible, electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage this device. This device must be protected at all times from ESD when handling or transporting. Static charges may easily produce potentials of several kilovolts on the human body or equipment, which can discharge without detection. Industrystandard ESD handling precautions should be used at all times. Table 3. SKY12236-11 Electrical Specifications1 (TOP = +25 C, VCONTROL = 0 to 5 V, PIN = 0 dBm, Characteristic Impedance [ZO] = 50 Ω, Unless Otherwise Noted) Parameter Symbol Test Condition Min Typical Max Units Attenuation Attn f = 3.5 GHz, VCONTROL = 5 V 25 dB Control current ICC VCONTROL = 5 V 1.7 mA Insertion loss IL VCONTROL = 0 V, f = 2.6 to 5.0 GHz 2.5 dB VCONTROL = 0 V, f = 3.5 GHz 1.7 20 dB +43 dBm Return loss RL VCONTROL = 0 V, f = 2.6 to 5.0 GHz Third order input intercept point IIP3 PIN = +8 dBm each tone, VCONTROL = 0 V, f1 = 3.50 GHz, f2 = 3.51 GHz 22 2.1 dB 1 Performance is guaranteed only under the conditions listed in this table. Skyworks Solutions, Inc. • Phone [781] 376-3000 • Fax [781] 376-3100 • [email protected] • www.skyworksinc.com 202529F • Skyworks Proprietary and Confidential Information • Products and Product Information are Subject to Change Without Notice • June 3, 2016 3 DATA SHEET • SKY12236-11: VARIABLE ATTENUATOR Typical Performance Characteristics (TOP = +25 C, VCONTROL = 0 to 5 V, PIN = 0 dBm, Characteristic Impedance [ZO] = 50 Ω, J1 = Input Port, J2 = Output Port, Unless Otherwise Noted) 0 0 –5 –20 0V 1V 2V 3V 4V 5V –25 –30 –35 2.0 2.5 3.0 3.5 4.0 4.5 5.0 5.5 –10 –15 –20 +25°C 202529-004 –15 Attenuation (dB) –10 202529-003 Attenuation (dB) –5 +85°C –25 –40°C –30 0 6.0 1 2 –1.0 –10 –1.5 –2.0 –2.5 –3.0 –3.5 –4.0 –4.5 2 3 4 5 –15 –20 –25 –30 |S11| –35 |S21| –40 -45 6 |S22| 2 2.5 3 Control Voltage (V) 4 4.5 –10 –15 –20 –25 3V 4V 5V 2.0 2.5 3.0 3.5 202529-007 –35 4.0 4.5 5.0 5.5 6.0 Frequency (GHz) Figure 7. Input Return Loss vs Frequency Over Control Voltage 6 3V 4V 5V 0V 1V 2V –5 –10 –15 –20 –25 –30 –35 2.0 2.5 3.0 3.5 4.0 4.5 5.0 5.5 6.0 Frequency (GHz) Figure 8. Output Return Loss vs Frequency Over Control Voltage Skyworks Solutions, Inc. • Phone [781] 376-3000 • Fax [781] 376-3100 • [email protected] • www.skyworksinc.com 4 5.5 202529-008 –5 Output Return Loss (dB) 0 –30 5 Figure 6. S-Parameters vs Frequency 0 Input Return Loss (dB) 3.5 Control Voltage (V) Figure 5. Attenuation Flatness vs Control Voltage (f = 3.3 to 4.3 GHz) 0V 1V 2V 6 202529-006 Attenuation (dB) 0 –5 202529-005 Attenuation Flatness (dB) 0 –0.5 1 5 Figure 4. Attenuation vs Control Voltage Over Temperature (f = 3.8 GHz) Figure 3. Attenuation vs Frequency Over Control Voltage 0 4 Control Voltage (V) Frequency (GHz) –5.0 3 June 3, 2016 • Skyworks Proprietary and Confidential Information • Products and Product Information are Subject to Change Without Notice • 202529F DATA SHEET • SKY12236-11: VARIABLE ATTENUATOR Evaluation Board Description Package and Handling Information The SKY12236-11 Evaluation Board is used to test the performance of the SKY12236-11 variable attenuator. An assembly drawing for the Evaluation Board is shown in Figure 9. The Evaluation Board layer detail is shown in Figure 10. Since the device is sensitive to moisture absorption, it is baked and vacuum packed before shipping. Instructions on the shipping container label regarding exposure to moisture after the container seal is broken must be followed. Otherwise, problems related to moisture absorption may occur when the part is subjected to high temperature during solder assembly. Package Dimensions V_CONTROL The PCB layout footprint for the SKY12236-11 is shown in Figure 11. Typical part markings are shown in Figure 12. Package dimensions are shown in Figure 13, and tape and reel dimensions are provided in Figure 14. The SKY12236-11 is rated to Moisture Sensitivity Level 3 (MSL3) at 260 C. It can be used for lead or lead-free soldering. For additional information, refer to the Skyworks Application Note, PCB Design & SMT Assembly/Rework Guidelines for MCM-L Packages, document number 101752. Care must be taken when attaching this product, whether it is done manually or in a production solder reflow environment. Production quantities of this product are shipped in a standard tape and reel format. GND The attenuation level of the SKY12236-11 is controlled by applying 0 to 5 V to the V_CONTROL pins. J1 J2 202529-009 Figure 9. SKY12236-11 Evaluation Board Assembly Diagram Skyworks Solutions, Inc. • Phone [781] 376-3000 • Fax [781] 376-3100 • [email protected] • www.skyworksinc.com 202529F • Skyworks Proprietary and Confidential Information • Products and Product Information are Subject to Change Without Notice • June 3, 2016 5 DATA SHEET • SKY12236-11: VARIABLE ATTENUATOR Cross Section Name Thickness (in) Material Top Solder Mask L1 (0.0028) Cu foil 0.012 ± 0.0006 Rogers RO4003C Core L2 (0.0014) Cu foil Laminate (Note 1) FR4 Prepreg L3 (0.0014) Cu foil 0.010 ± 0.0006 FR4 Core (0.0028) Cu foil Laminate Laminate L4 Bottom Solder Mask 202529-010 Note: Adjust this thickness to meet total thickness goal of 0.062 ± 0.005 inches. Figure 10. Layer Detail Physical Characteristics 5.2 Pin 8 5.2 6x 0.8 Pin 8 4x 0.8 6x 0.75 4x 0.75 2x 0.8 3.5 3.5 Pin 1 Pin 1 0.25 Package Outline Package Outline 1.37 Typ 1.37 Typ 2x 0.93 Stencil Aperture Top View Metallization Top View 5.3 Pin 8 6x 0.9 6x 0.85 2x 0.9 3.6 Pin 1 Package Outline 1.37 Typ All measurements in millimeters 2x 1.03 Solder Mask Opening Top View 202529-011 Figure 11. SKY12236-11 PCB Layout Footprint Skyworks Solutions, Inc. • Phone [781] 376-3000 • Fax [781] 376-3100 • [email protected] • www.skyworksinc.com 6 June 3, 2016 • Skyworks Proprietary and Confidential Information • Products and Product Information are Subject to Change Without Notice • 202529F DATA SHEET • SKY12236-11: VARIABLE ATTENUATOR Pin 1 Indicator Skyworks Part Number Lot Code 12236-11 XXXXXX.XX YYMM CC YY = Calendar Year MM = Month Package Sealed CC = Country Code 202529-012 Figure 12. Typical Part Markings (Top View) Pin 1 Indicator B Pin 8 C MCM Substrate Mold A (2.1) 4.9 (Ø0.3) Solder Mask Opening (0.8) B 3.2 0 Pin 1 0.025 A Top View 4X 1.37 1 ± 0.1 0.08 0 A 0.05 A B C Side View 8X SMT Pad 0.1 ABC Bottom View (0.1) 0.5 ± 0.075 Metal Pad Edge 0.675 ± 0.075 R(0.1) 0.8 ± 0.03 R(0.1) Notes: 1. All measurements are in millimeters. 2. Dimensions and tolerances according to ASME Y14.5M-1994. 3. See applicable bonding diagram and device assembly drawing for die and component placement. 4. Pad definitions per details on drawing. 5. PCB Type 4L PPG TEV MCM (100). 0.8 ± 0.03 Metal Pad Edge (0.1) Detail A Detail B SMT Pad Scale 2X 3X This Rotation 3X Rotated 180o SMT Pad Scale 2X 1X This Rotation 1X Rotated 180o 202529-013 Figure 13. SKY12236-11 Package Dimensions Skyworks Solutions, Inc. • Phone [781] 376-3000 • Fax [781] 376-3100 • [email protected] • www.skyworksinc.com 202529F • Skyworks Proprietary and Confidential Information • Products and Product Information are Subject to Change Without Notice • June 3, 2016 7 DATA SHEET • SKY12236-11: VARIABLE ATTENUATOR ∅1.50 Pin 1 0.30 ± 0.05 + 0.1/–0.0 4.00 ± 0.10 2.00 ± 0.05 5.20 ± 0.10 B A A 12.00 ± 0.30 5.50 ± 0.05 1.75 ± 0.10 B 8.00 ± 0.10 1.30 ± 0.10 ∅1.50 Min 3.50 ± 0.10 B Notes: A 1. Carrier tape: black conductive polycarbonate or polystyrene. 2. Cover tape material: transparent conductive PSA. 3. Cover tape size: 9.30 mm width. 4. Sprocket hole (10) pitch cumulative tolerance: ±0.20 mm. 5. All measurements are in millimeters. 202529-014 Figure 14. 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