DATA SHEET SKY65050-372LF: 0.45-6.0 GHz Low Noise Transistor Applications • Wireless infrastructure: WLAN, WiMAX, broadband, cellular base stations • Test instrumentation • LNA for GPS receivers • Satellite receivers Figure 1. SKY65050-372LF Block Diagram Features • Externally matched for wideband operation • Noise Figure = 0.45 dB @ 2.4 GHz of device only • Noise Figure = 0.65 dB @ 2.4 GHz including matching network loss • Gain = 15.5 dB @ 2.4 GHz • OIP3 = +23.5 dBm @ 2.4 GHz, VDD = 3 V, IDD = 20 mA • P1dB = +10.5 dBm @ 2.4 GHz, VDD = 3 V, IDD = 20 mA • Adjustable supply current, 5 to 55 mA • Small, SC-70 (4-pin, 2.20 x 1.35 x 1.10 mm) package (MSL1, 260 °C per JEDEC J-STD-020) Description The SKY65050-372LF is a high performance, n-channel low-noise transistor. The device is fabricated from Skyworks advanced depletion mode pHEMT process and is provided in a 2.20 x 1.35 x 1.10 mm, 4-pin SC-70 package. The transistor’s low Noise Figure (NF), high gain, and excellent 3rd Order Intercept Point (IP3) allow the device to be used in various receiver and transmitter applications. 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. Figure 2. SKY65050-372LF Pinout – 4-Pin SC-70 (Top View) Skyworks Solutions, Inc. • Phone [781] 376-3000 • Fax [781] 376-3100 • [email protected] • www.skyworksinc.com 200967G • Skyworks Proprietary Information • Products and Product Information are Subject to Change Without Notice • November 14, 2012 1 DATA SHEET • SKY65050-372LF LOW NOISE TRANSISTOR Table 1. SKY65050-372LF Signal Descriptions Pin # Name Description Pin # Name Description 1 SOURCE Source lead. Provides DC self-biasing point and AC ground. 3 SOURCE Source lead. Provides DC self-biasing point and AC ground. 2 DRAIN RF output. Requires external matching network for optimum performance. Supply voltage required through external RF choke. 4 GATE RF input. Requires external matching network for optimum performance. Table 2. Self-Biasing Resistors Resistor Value (Ω) Drain Current (mA) 130 5 47 10 27 15 20 20 15 25 10 30 Functional Description The SKY65050-372LF is a depletion mode pHEMT designed for low noise, high frequency applications. The SKY65050-372LF has a typical NF of 0.65 dB tested at the 2.4 GHz wireless LAN frequency band. A gain of 15.5 dB typical is achieved using the same circuit. If the frequency of operation is lowered to the 1 GHz range, NF performance of the device can approach 0.5 dB including input matching network losses. De-embedded scattering and noise parameters are provided in addition to typical circuit topologies for commonly used frequency bands. With an appropriate circuit, the SKY65050-372LF can be used for many applications from 450 MHz up to 6 GHz. The compact SC-70 package makes the SKY65050-372LF an ideal low noise and low cost solution. Biasing To properly bias a depletion mode pHEMT, both the gate and drain of the device must be properly biased. At VGS = 0 V and VDS ≥ 2 V, the device is in a saturated state and draws the maximum amount of current, IDSS. The device typically achieves the best noise performance at VDS = 3 V and IDSS = 15 mA. To control IDS, VGS must be biased with a negative voltage supply. To eliminate the need for a negative DC supply, self-biasing should be used when a resistor is placed between one of the source leads and ground. A bypass capacitor should be placed in parallel to this resistor to provide an RF ground and to ensure performance remains unchanged at the operating frequency. desired negative VGS value. This simplifies the design by eliminating the need for a second DC supply. Table 2 provides the resistor values used to properly bias the SKY65050-372LF. RF Matching Networks The SKY65050-372LF Evaluation Board assembly diagram is shown in Figure 12 and a circuit schematic is provided in Figure 13. The schematic shows the recommended RF matching network used for the 2.4 GHz wireless LAN frequency band. The network was designed using de-embedded s- and n-parameters. The circuit was primarily tuned for gain, NF, and input and output return loss, while maintaining proper stability. Optimal noise performance is attained when the impedance presented to the input of the amplifier is equal to its minimum NF impedance point. Components C1, C2, C3, L1, and L2 shown in Figures 12 and 13 provide the necessary impedance match for NF and input return loss. Circuit board and input matching structure losses on the input of the amplifier directly add to the overall NF of the amplifier. It is critical to minimize RF trace lengths and to use high-Q components to achieve optimal NF performance. Components R2 and C14 provide self biasing for the device and RF grounding for one of the two source leads. Components C5 and L3 are placed on the opposing source lead and are used to tune the transistor’s source inductance. When current flows from drain to source and through the resistor, the source voltage becomes biased above DC ground. The gate pin of the device should be left unbiased at 0 V, which creates the Skyworks Solutions, Inc. • Phone [781] 376-3000 • Fax [781] 376-3100 • [email protected] • www.skyworksinc.com 2 November 14, 2012 • Skyworks Proprietary Information • Products and Product Information are Subject to Change Without Notice • 200967G DATA SHEET • SKY65050-372LF LOW NOISE TRANSISTOR Electrical and Mechanical Specifications The effect of source inductance varies with frequency. Too little source inductance increases gain and high frequency stability, but at the cost of decreased in-band stability. Too much source inductance decreases high frequency stability and gain, but increases in-band stability. It is very important to find the optimum tuning of source inductance that balances all of these variables. The absolute maximum ratings of the SKY65050-372LF are provided in Table 3. The recommended operating conditions are specified in Table 4 and electrical specifications are provided in Table 5. Performance characteristics for the SKY65050-372LF are illustrated in Figures 3 through 11. The output matching topology is typical for an RF transistor. Component L3 is the RF choke that prevents RF signals from reaching the DC supply. Component C4 is the DC blocking capacitor. Components C10 and C11 improve output return loss and 3rd Order Output Intercept Point (OIP3) performance. Table 3. SKY65050-372LF Absolute Maximum Ratings Parameter Symbol Minimum Typical Maximum Units +10 dBm +20 dBm Input power PIN Output power POUT Drain source voltage VDS 6.0 V Gate to source voltage VGS –5.0 V Gate to drain voltage VGD –5.0 V Drain current IDS 55 mA Gate current IGS 100 μA Power dissipation PDIS 240 mW Channel temperature TCHAN 150 °C Storage temperature TSTG –65 +125 °C Operating temperature TOP –40 +85 °C Note: 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. Attention: Observe Precautions for Handling Electrostatic Sensitive Devices ESD Man-Machine (MM) Model = <50 V (Class A) ESD Human Body Model (HBM) = 150 V (Class 0) ESD Charge Device Model (CDM) = 500 V (Class 3) Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) can damage this device, which must be protected from ESD at all times. Static charges may easily produce potentials of several kilovolts on the human body or equipment, which can discharge without detection. Industry-standard ESD precautions should be used at all times. Table 4. SKY65050-372LF Recommended Operating Conditions Minimum Typical Maximum Units Supply voltage Parameter VDD Symbol 2 3 5 V Supply current IDD 5 20 55 mA Skyworks Solutions, Inc. • Phone [781] 376-3000 • Fax [781] 376-3100 • [email protected] • www.skyworksinc.com 200967G • Skyworks Proprietary Information • Products and Product Information are Subject to Change Without Notice • November 14, 2012 3 DATA SHEET • SKY65050-372LF LOW NOISE TRANSISTOR Table 5. SKY65050-372LF Electrical Specifications (Note 1) (TOP = +25 °C, Characteristic Impedance [ZO] = 50 Ω, VDD = 3 V, IDD = 20 mA, Parameters Include a 2.4 GHz Matching Network, Unless Otherwise Noted) Parameter Symbol Test Condition Min Typical Max Units Saturated drain current IDSS VDS = 2 V, VGS = 0 V Pinchoff voltage VP VDS = 2 V, IDS = 2.5% of IDSS 40 55 70 mA –0.95 –0.80 –0.65 V Transconductance gM VDS = 2 V, gM = ΔIDS/ΔVGS, measured at IDS = 20 % of IDSS 40 80 120 mS Gate leakage current IGSS VGD = VGS = –3 V 1 200 μA Noise Figure NF1 (Note 2) @ 2.4 GHz 0.40 0.85 dB Gain |S21| @ 2.4 GHz 17.5 dB Input return loss |S11| @ 2.4 GHz 18.5 dB Output return loss |S22| @ 2.4 GHz 14 dB Reverse isolation |S12| @ 2.4 GHz 22.5 dB 3 Order Output Intercept Point OIP3 POUT = –10 dBm/tone, ΔF = 1 MHz, @ 2.4 GHz +23.5 dBm 3rd Order Input Intercept Point IIP3 POUT = –10 dBm/tone, ΔF = 1 MHz, @ 2.4 GHz +8 dBm 1 dB Output Compression Point OP1dB @ 2.4 GHz +10.5 dBm 1 dB Input Compression Point IP1dB @ 2.4 GHz –4 dBm Stability K Unconditionally stable, DC – 18 GHz >1 – NF2 (Note 3) rd 0.65 13.5 15.5 dB Note 1: Performance is guaranteed only under the conditions listed in this Table and is not guaranteed over the full operating or storage temperature ranges. Operation at elevated temperatures may reduce reliability of the device. Note 2: NF of device only. Input RF connector, board, and input matching network loss de-embedded from measurement. Note 3: NF of device and matching network. Input RF connector and board loss de-embedded from measurement. Typical Performance Characteristics (TOP = +25 °C, Characteristic Impedance [ZO] = 50 Ω, VDD = 3 V, IDD = 20 mA, Includes a 2.4 GHz Matching Network, Unless Otherwise Noted) Figure 3. Typical IV Curves Figure 4. Small Signal Gain vs Frequency, PIN = –20 dBm Skyworks Solutions, Inc. • Phone [781] 376-3000 • Fax [781] 376-3100 • [email protected] • www.skyworksinc.com 4 November 14, 2012 • Skyworks Proprietary Information • Products and Product Information are Subject to Change Without Notice • 200967G DATA SHEET • SKY65050-372LF LOW NOISE TRANSISTOR Figure 5. Input Return Loss vs Frequency, PIN = –20 dBm Figure 6. Reverse Isolation vs Frequency, PIN = –20 dBm Figure 7. Output Return Loss vs Frequency, PIN = –20 dBm Figure 8. NF vs Frequency, Input RF Connector and Board Loss De-Embedded From Measurement Figure 9. Gain vs Input Power, F = 2.4 GHz Figure 10. Minimum NF and Associated Gain vs Frequency, IDD = 15 mA Skyworks Solutions, Inc. • Phone [781] 376-3000 • Fax [781] 376-3100 • [email protected] • www.skyworksinc.com 200967G • Skyworks Proprietary Information • Products and Product Information are Subject to Change Without Notice • November 14, 2012 5 DATA SHEET • SKY65050-372LF LOW NOISE TRANSISTOR Figure 11. Minimum NF and Associated Gain vs Drain Current, F = 2.4 GHz Evaluation Board Description Package Dimensions The SKY65050-372LF Evaluation Board is used to test the performance of the SKY65050-372LF low noise transistor. An assembly drawing for the Evaluation Board is shown in Figure 12. The Evaluation Board schematic diagram is shown in Figure 13. Table 6 provides the Bill of Materials (BOM) list for Evaluation Board components. The PCB layout footprint for the SKY65050-372LF is shown in Figure 14. Typical case markings are shown in Figure 15. Package dimensions for the 4-pin SC-70 are shown in Figure 16, and tape and reel dimensions are provided in Figure 17. The board is populated for 2.4 GHz operation and contains a separate probe footprint for general device testing or source and load pull characterization. The board is provisioned with two RF connectors and a 3-pin DC launch. The RF connector and board loss up to component C1 is approximately 0.15 dB at 2.4 GHz. Board material is 10 mil thick VT47 FR4 with 1 oz. copper cladding. RF input and output traces are 50 Ω. Evaluation Board Test Procedure Step 1: Connect RF test equipment to amplifier input/output SMA connectors. Step 2: Connect DC ground. Step 3: Connect VDD to a +3 V supply with a current limit of 60 mA. Verify that the board draws approximately 20 mA. Package and Handling Information Since the device package 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. THE SKY65050-372LF is rated to Moisture Sensitivity Level 1 (MSL1) at 260 °C. It can be used for lead or lead-free soldering. 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. For packaging details, refer to the Skyworks Application Note, Discrete Devices and IC Switch/Attenuators Tape and Reel Package Orientation, document number 200083. Step 4: Apply RF signal or noise source and verify performance detailed in Table 5. Skyworks Solutions, Inc. • Phone [781] 376-3000 • Fax [781] 376-3100 • [email protected] • www.skyworksinc.com 6 November 14, 2012 • Skyworks Proprietary Information • Products and Product Information are Subject to Change Without Notice • 200967G DATA SHEET • SKY65050-372LF Figure 12. SKY65050-372LF Evaluation Board Assembly Diagram Skyworks Solutions, Inc. • Phone [781] 376-3000 • Fax [781] 376-3100 • [email protected] • www.skyworksinc.com 7 November 14, 2012 • Skyworks Proprietary Information • Products and Product Information are Subject to Change Without Notice • 200967G DATA SHEET • SKY65050-372LF LOW NOISE TRANSISTOR Figure 13. SKY65050-372LF Evaluation Board Schematic Table 6. SKY65050-372LF (SC-70 Package) Evaluation Board Bill of Materials Component Value Size 0402 Manufacturer/Part Series C1 20 pF Murata GJM C2 8.2 nH 0402 Coilcraft CS C3 0.1 pF 0402 Murata GJM C4, C7, C8, C13 DNP C5 1000 pF 0402 Murata GRM C6 10 pF 0402 Murata GRM C9 1.8 pF 0402 Murata GRM C10 0.2 pF 0402 Murata GJM C11 3.3 nH 0402 TDK MLG C12 6.8 nH 0402 TDK MLG C14 1000 pF 0402 Murata GRM C15 1000 pF 0402 Murata GRM L1 1.5 pF 0402 Murata GJM L2 3.3 nH 0402 Coilcraft CS L3 1.6 nH 0402 TDK MLG L4 3Ω 0402 Panasonic L5 0Ω 0402 Panasonic R1 2.2 nH 0402 TDK MLG R2 20 Ω 0402 Panasonic Skyworks Solutions, Inc. • Phone [781] 376-3000 • Fax [781] 376-3100 • [email protected] • www.skyworksinc.com 8 November 14, 2012 • Skyworks Proprietary Information • Products and Product Information are Subject to Change Without Notice • 200967G DATA SHEET • SKY65050-372LF LOW NOISE TRANSISTOR Figure 14. SKY65050-372LF PCB Layout Footprint Figure 15. 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