AM42-0002 GaAs MMIC VSAT Power Amplifier, 1.4 W 14.0 - 14.5 GHz Features • • • • • • • Rev. V6 Functional Schematic High Linear Gain: 22 dB Typical High Saturated Output Power: +31.5 dBm Typical High Power Added Efficiency: 22% Typical 50 Ω Input/Output Broadband Matched Integrated Output Power Detector Lead-Free Ceramic Bolt Down Package RoHS* Compliant and 260°C Reflow Compatible Description The AM42-0002 is a three-stage MMIC linear power amplifier in a lead-free, ceramic bolt down style hermetic package. The AM42-0002 employs a fully matched chip with internally decoupled gate and drain bias networks and an output power detector. The AM42-0002 is designed to be operated from a constant voltage drain supply. The AM42-0002 is designed for use as an output stage or a driver, in applications for VSAT systems. This design is fully monolithic and requires a minimum of external components. GND GND GND GND RFIN RFOUT VGG VDET GND VDD Pin Configuration Pin No. Pin Name Description 1 GND DC and RF Ground 2 GND DC and RF Ground 3 RFIN RF Input 4 VGG Gate Supply 5 GND DC and RF Ground 6 VDD Voltage Drain Supply 7 VDET Output Power Detector The AM42-0002 is fabricated using a mature 0.5 micron GaAs MESFET process. The process features full passivation for increased performance and reliability. This product is 100% RF tested to ensure compliance to performance specifications. Ordering Information 8 RFOUT RF Output Part Number Package 9 GND DC and RF Ground AM42-0002 Ceramic Bolt Down 10 GND DC and RF Ground * Restrictions on Hazardous Substances, European Union Directive 2002/95/EC. 1 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. AM42-0002 GaAs MMIC VSAT Power Amplifier, 1.4 W 14.0 - 14.5 GHz Rev. V6 Electrical Specifications: TA = +25°C, VDD = +9 V, VGG =- 5.0 V, Z0 = 50Ω Parameter Test Conditions Units Min. Typ. Max. Linear Gain PIN < 0 dBm dB 19 22 — Input VSWR PIN < 0 dBm Ratio — 2.5:1 2.7:1 Output VSWR PIN < 0 dBm Ratio — 2.7:1 — Saturated Output Power PIN = +14 dBm dBm 30.5 31.5 — Output Power at P1dB — dBm 31 29.5 — Output IP3 Two +24 dB, output tones @ 1 MHz spacing dBm — 39 — Power Added Efficiency PIN = +14 dBm % — 22 — Bias Current PIN = +14 dBm mA — 800 1400 Thermal Resistance 25°C Heat Sink °C/W — 9.5 — Detector Output Voltage RL = 10 K Ω, POUT = +31dBm V — +3.5 — Absolute Maximum Ratings 1,2,3 Parameter Absolute Maximum VDD 12 Volts VGG -10 Volts Power Dissipation 13.2 W RF Input Power +23 dBm Channel Temperature 150°C Storage Temperature -65°C to +150°C Typical Bias Configuration4,5,6,7,8,9 1. Exceeding any one or combination of these limits may cause permanent damage to this device. 2. M/A-COM Technology does not recommend sustained operation near these survivability limits. 3. Case Temperature (TC) = +25°C. 4. Nominal bias is obtained by first connecting –5 volts to pin 4 (VGG), followed by connection +9 volts to pin 6 (VDD). Note sequence. 5. RF ground and thermal interface is the flange (case bottom). Adequate heat sinking is required. 6. No DC bias voltage appears at the RF ports. 7. The DC resistance at the input port is an open circuit and at the output port is a short circuit. 8. For optimum IP3 performance, the VDD bypass capacitors should be placed within 0.5 inches of pin 6. 9. Resistor and capacitors surrounding the amplifier are suggestions and not included as part of the AM42-0002. 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. AM42-0002 GaAs MMIC VSAT Power Amplifier, 1.4 W 14.0 - 14.5 GHz Rev. V6 Typical Performance Curves @ +25°C Input and Output Return Loss vs. Frequency Linear Gain vs. Frequency 25 0 15 -5 5 -10 -5 -15 S11 S22 -20 -15 10 12 14 16 10 18 12 Frequency (GHz) 16 18 Detector Voltage vs. Output Power @ 14.25 GHz Output Power & PAE vs. Input Power @ 14.25 GHz 34 6 50 Output Power (dBm) 32 14 Frequency (GHz) 5 40 4 30 30 28 20 3 PAE (%) 26 24 0 4 8 12 2 10 1 0 0 16 20 22 25 Input Power (dBm) 27 30 32 Output Power (dBm) PAE vs. Frequency @ PIN = +14 dBm Output Power vs. Frequency @ PIN = +14 dBm 50 34 32 40 30 30 28 26 20 24 10 22 0 20 12 13 14 Frequency (GHz) 15 16 12 13 14 15 16 Frequency (GHz) 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. AM42-0002 GaAs MMIC VSAT Power Amplifier, 1.4 W 14.0 - 14.5 GHz Rev. V6 Lead-Free CR-15† † Reference Application Note M538 for lead-free solder reflow recommendations. Meets JEDEC moisture sensitivity level 1 requirements. Handling Procedures Please observe the following precautions to avoid damage: Static Sensitivity 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 devices. 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.