AG403-89 The Communications Edge TM InGaP HBT Gain Block Product Features • • • • • • • DC – 6000 MHz +17.5 dBm P1dB at 900 MHz +31 dBm OIP3 at 900 MHz 21 dB Gain at 900 MHz Single Voltage Supply Internally matched to 50 Ω Lead-free/Green/RoHScompliant SOT-89 Package • MTTF > 1000 years Applications • • • • • • Mobile Infrastructure CATV / DBS W-LAN / ISM RFID Defense / Homeland Security Fixed Wireless Product Information Product Description Functional Diagram The AG403-89 is a general-purpose buffer amplifier that offers high dynamic range in a low-cost surface-mount package. At 900 MHz, the AG403-89 typically provides 21 dB of gain, +31 dBm Output IP3, and +17.5 dBm P1dB. The device combines dependable performance with superb quality to maintain MTTF values exceeding 1000 years at mounting temperatures of +85°C and is available in both the standard SOT-89 package and the environmentallyfriendly lead-free/green/RoHS-compliant SOT-89 package. GND The AG403-89 consists of Darlington pair amplifiers using the high reliability InGaP/GaAs HBT technology process technology and only requires DC-blocking capacitors, a bias resistor, and an inductive RF choke for operation. 1 2 3 RF IN GND RF OUT Function Input Output/Bias Ground Pin No. 1 3 2, 4 The broadband MMIC amplifier can be directly applied to various current and next generation wireless technologies such as GPRS, GSM, CDMA, and W-CDMA. In addition, the AG403-89 will work for other various applications within the DC to 6 GHz frequency range such as CATV and fixed wireless. Specifications (1) Parameter 4 Typical Performance (1) Units Min MHz MHz dB dB dB dBm dBm dBm dB MHz dB dBm dBm V mA DC Operational Bandwidth Test Frequency Gain Input Return Loss Output Return Loss Output IP3 (2) Output IP2 Output P1dB Noise Figure Test Frequency Gain Output IP3 (2) Output P1dB Device Voltage Device Current 17.9 Typ 900 21.1 13 15 +31.1 +44 +17.7 3.1 1900 18.9 +28.2 +15.9 4.91 60 Max Parameter Units 6000 Frequency S21 S11 S22 Output P1dB Output IP3 (2) Noise Figure MHz dB dB dB dBm dBm dB Typical 500 21.8 -14 -24 +17.9 +32.3 2.9 900 21.1 -13 -15 +17.7 +31.1 3.1 1900 18.9 -14 -10.4 +15.9 +28.2 3.3 2140 18.5 -15 -10.6 +15.3 +27.6 3.3 19.9 1. Test conditions: 25º C, Supply Voltage = +6 V, Rbias = 18.2 Ω, 50 Ω System. 2. 3OIP measured with two tones at an output power of 0 dBm/tone separated by 10 MHz. The suppression on the largest IM3 product is used to calculate the 3OIP using a 2:1 rule. Absolute Maximum Rating Parameter Operating Case Temperature Storage Temperature DC Voltage RF Input Power (continuous) Junction Temperature Rating -40 to +85 °C -55 to +150 °C +6.2 V +10 dBm +250° C Ordering Information Part No. AG403-89 AG403-89G AG403-89PCB Description InGaP HBT Gain Block (leaded SOT-89 Pkg) InGaP HBT Gain Block (lead-free/green/RoHS-compliant SOT-89 Pkg) 700 – 2400 MHz Fully Assembled Eval. Board Operation of this device above any of these parameters may cause permanent damage. Specifications and information are subject to change without notice WJ Communications, Inc • Phone 1-800-WJ1-4401 • FAX: 408-577-6621 • e-mail: [email protected] • Web site: www.wj.com September 2004 AG403-89 The Communications Edge TM InGaP HBT Gain Block Product Information Typical Device RF Performance Supply Bias = +6 V, Rbias = 18.2 Ω, Icc = 60 mA Frequency S21 S11 S22 Output P1dB Output IP3 Noise Figure MHz dB dB dB dBm dBm dB 100 22.1 -18 -25 +17.9 +32.8 2.9 500 21.8 -14 -24 +17.9 +32.3 2.9 900 21.2 -13 -15 +17.7 +31.1 3.1 1900 18.9 -14 -10.4 +15.9 +28.2 3.3 2140 18.5 -15 -10.6 +15.3 +27.6 3.3 2400 18.0 -18 -10.9 +14.4 +26.9 3.4 3500 16.3 -28 -14 +10.5 5800 12.5 -15 -8 1. Test conditions: T = 25º C, Supply Voltage = +6 V, Device Voltage = 4.91 V, Rbias = 18.2 Ω, Icc = 60 mA typical, 50 Ω System. 2. 3OIP measured with two tones at an output power of 0 dBm/tone separated by 10MHz. The suppression on the largest IM3 product is used to calculate the 3OIP using a 2:1 rule. 3. Data is shown as device performance only. Actual implementation for the desired frequency band will be determined by external components shown in the application circuit. Gain vs. Frequency Return Loss 18 16 14 -40 C +25 C 1 -10 -20 -30 S11 +85 C 2 Frequency (GHz) 3 0 4 1 2 3 4 5 45 25 20 0 3.0 2 2.5 40 -40c 3 0 +25c 200 G a in (d B ) 20 10 1 +85c -40 C 400 600 800 Gain 18 20 18 16 16 12 16 8 4 12 0.5 1 1.5 2 2.5 Frequency (GHz) 3 3.5 4 +85 C 0.5 1 0 -12 -8 -4 0 Input Power (dBm) 1.5 2 2.5 3 Output Power / Gain vs. Input Power 14 +85 C 0 0 +25 C Frequency (GHz) Output Power +25 C 0 1000 frequency = 900 MHz 5 -40 C 2 Output Power / Gain vs. Input Power P1dB vs. Frequency 15 5.4 3 Frequency (MHz) 22 5.0 0 Frequency (GHz) 20 4.6 4 O u tp u t P ow e r (d B m ) G a in (d B ) 1.5 4.2 Noise Figure vs. Frequency 30 1 3.8 5 +85 C 15 0.5 3.4 Device Voltage (V) 35 0 20 6 NF (dB) 30 OIP2 (dBm) 50 +25 C 40 Output IP2 vs. Frequency 35 -40 C Optimal operating point 60 Frequency (GHz) Output IP3 vs. Frequency OIP3 (dBm) S22 80 -40 12 0 100 Device Current (mA) S11, S22 (dB) G a in (d B ) 20 P1dB (dBm) I-V Curve 0 4 8 frequency = 2000 MHz 20 16 Gain 14 12 12 8 Output Power 10 4 8 O u tp u t P ow e r (d B m ) 22 0 -12 -8 -4 0 Input Power (dBm) 4 8 Specifications and information are subject to change without notice WJ Communications, Inc • Phone 1-800-WJ1-4401 • FAX: 408-577-6621 • e-mail: [email protected] • Web site: www.wj.com September 2004 AG403-89 The Communications Edge TM InGaP HBT Gain Block Product Information Typical Device RF Performance (cont’d) Supply Bias = +8 V, Rbias = 51 Ω, Icc = 60 mA Gain vs. Frequency Output IP3 vs. Frequency OIP3 (dBm) G a in (d B ) 20 18 16 Output IP2 vs. Frequency 35 50 30 45 OIP2 (dBm) 22 25 35 20 14 -40 C +25 C -40 C +85 C +25 C -40c +85 C 0 1 2 Frequency (GHz) 3 0 4 0.5 1 1.5 2 2.5 0 3 200 +85c 400 600 800 1000 Frequency (MHz) Frequency (GHz) P1dB vs. Frequency Noise Figure vs. Frequency 5 20 4 15 NF (dB) P1dB (dBm) +25c 30 15 12 40 10 5 -40 C +25 C 3 2 1 +85 C -40 C 0 +25 C +85 C 0 0 0.5 1 1.5 2 2.5 3 3.5 4 0 0.5 1 Vcc Icc = 60 mA 1.5 2 2.5 3 Frequency (GHz) Frequency (GHz) Application Circuit R1 Bias Resistor C4 Bypass Capacitor C3 0.018 µF L1 RF Choke RF IN RF OUT AG403-89 C2 Blocking Capacitor C1 Blocking Capacitor Recommended Component Values Reference Designator 50 500 L1 820 nH 220 nH C1, C2, C4 .018 µF 1000 pF Frequency (MHz) 900 1900 2200 68 nH 27 nH 22 nH 100 pF 68 pF 68 pF 2500 18 nH 56 pF 3500 15 nH 39 pF 1. The proper values for the components are dependent upon the intended frequency of operation. 2. The following values are contained on the evaluation board to achieve optimal broadband performance: Ref. Desig. L1 C1, C2 C3 C4 R1 Value / Type 39 nH wirewound inductor 56 pF chip capacitor 0.018 µF chip capacitor Do Not Place 18.2 Ω 1% tolerance Size 0603 0603 0603 0805 Recommended Bias Resistor Values S upply R1 value S ize Voltage 6V 18.2 ohms 0805 7V 34.8 ohms 1206 8V 52 ohms 1210 9V 68 ohms 1210 10 V 85 ohms 2010 12 V 118 ohms 2010 The proper value for R1 is dependent upon the supply voltage and allows for bias stability over temperature. WJ recommends a minimum supply bias of +6 V. A 1% tolerance resistor is recommended. Specifications and information are subject to change without notice WJ Communications, Inc • Phone 1-800-WJ1-4401 • FAX: 408-577-6621 • e-mail: [email protected] • Web site: www.wj.com September 2004 AG403-89 The Communications Edge TM InGaP HBT Gain Block Product Information AG403-89 (SOT-89 Package) Mechanical Information This package may contain lead-bearing materials. The plating material on the leads is SnPb. Outline Drawing Product Marking The AG403-89 will be marked with “AG403” designator. An alphanumeric code (“XXXX-X”) is also marked below part designator on the top surface of package. an lot the the Tape and reel specifications for this part are located on the website in the “Application Notes” section. MSL / ESD Rating Land Pattern ESD Rating: Value: Test: Standard: Class 1C Passes at 1000 V min. Human Body Model (HBM) JEDEC Standard JESD22-A114 ESD Rating: Value: Test: Standard: Class IV Passes at 1000 V min. Charged Device Model (CDM) JEDEC Standard JESD22-C101 MSL Rating: Level 3 at +235° C convection reflow Standard: JEDEC Standard J-STD-020 Mounting Config. Notes Parameter Rating Operating Case Temperature Thermal Resistance, Rth (1) Junction Temperature, Tjc (2) -40 to +85°C 191° C/W 141° C 1. The thermal resistance is referenced from the hottest part of the junction to the ground tab (pin 4). 2. This corresponds to the typical biasing condition of +4.91V, 60 mA at an 85°C case temperature. A minimum MTTF of 1 million hours is achieved for junction temperatures below 177 °C. MTTF vs. GND Tab Temperature 1000 M T T F (m illio n h rs ) Thermal Specifications 1. Ground / thermal vias are critical for the proper performance of this device. Vias should use a .35mm (#80 / .0135”) diameter drill and have a final plated thru diameter of .25 mm (.010”). 2. Add as much copper as possible to inner and outer layers near the part to ensure optimal thermal performance. 3. Mounting screws can be added near the part to fasten the board to a heatsink. Ensure that the ground / thermal via region contacts the heatsink. 4. Do not put solder mask on the backside of the PC board in the region where the board contacts the heatsink. 5. RF trace width depends upon the PC board material and construction. 6. Use 1 oz. Copper minimum. 7. All dimensions are in millimeters (inches). Angles are in degrees. 100 10 1 60 70 80 90 100 Tab Temperature (°C) 110 Specifications and information are subject to change without notice WJ Communications, Inc • Phone 1-800-WJ1-4401 • FAX: 408-577-6621 • e-mail: [email protected] • Web site: www.wj.com September 2004 AG403-89 The Communications Edge TM InGaP HBT Gain Block Product Information AG403-89G (Green / Lead-free SOT-89 Package) Mechanical Information This package is lead-free/Green/RoHS-compliant. It is compatible with both lead-free (maximum 260°C reflow temperature) and leaded (maximum 245°C reflow temperature) soldering processes. The plating material on the leads is NiPdAu. Outline Drawing Product Marking The AG403-89G will be marked with “A403G” designator. An alphanumeric code (“XXXX-X”) is also marked below part designator on the top surface of package. an lot the the Tape and reel specifications for this part are located on the website in the “Application Notes” section. MSL / ESD Rating Land Pattern ESD Rating: Value: Test: Standard: Class 1C Passes at 1000 V min. Human Body Model (HBM) JEDEC Standard JESD22-A114 ESD Rating: Value: Test: Standard: Class IV Passes at 1000 V min. Charged Device Model (CDM) JEDEC Standard JESD22-C101 MSL Rating: Level 3 at +260° C convection reflow Standard: JEDEC Standard J-STD-020 Mounting Config. Notes Parameter Rating Operating Case Temperature Thermal Resistance, Rth (1) Junction Temperature, Tjc (2) -40 to +85°C 191° C/W 141° C 1. The thermal resistance is referenced from the hottest part of the junction to the ground tab (pin 4). 2. This corresponds to the typical biasing condition of +4.91V, 60 mA at an 85°C case temperature. A minimum MTTF of 1 million hours is achieved for junction temperatures below 177 °C. MTTF vs. GND Tab Temperature 1000 M T T F (m illio n h rs ) Thermal Specifications 1. Ground / thermal vias are critical for the proper performance of this device. Vias should use a .35mm (#80 / .0135”) diameter drill and have a final plated thru diameter of .25 mm (.010”). 2. Add as much copper as possible to inner and outer layers near the part to ensure optimal thermal performance. 3. Mounting screws can be added near the part to fasten the board to a heatsink. Ensure that the ground / thermal via region contacts the heatsink. 4. Do not put solder mask on the backside of the PC board in the region where the board contacts the heatsink. 5. RF trace width depends upon the PC board material and construction. 6. Use 1 oz. Copper minimum. 7. All dimensions are in millimeters (inches). Angles are in degrees. 100 10 1 60 70 80 90 100 Tab Temperature (°C) 110 Specifications and information are subject to change without notice WJ Communications, Inc • Phone 1-800-WJ1-4401 • FAX: 408-577-6621 • e-mail: [email protected] • Web site: www.wj.com September 2004 AG403-89 The Communications Edge TM InGaP HBT Gain Block Product Information Typical Device Data S-Parameters (Vdevice = +4.91 V, ICC = 60 mA, T = 25° C, calibrated to device leads) Freq (MHz) 50 200 400 600 800 1000 1200 1400 1600 1800 2000 2200 2400 2600 2800 3000 3200 3400 3600 3800 4000 4200 4400 4600 4800 5000 5200 5400 5600 5800 6000 S11 (dB) S11 (ang) S21 (dB) S21 (ang) S12 (dB) S12 (ang) S22 (dB) S22 (ang) -18.06 -18.00 -15.88 -14.16 -13.14 -12.46 -11.77 -11.76 -12.19 -13.21 -14.50 -15.73 -18.84 -20.91 -26.39 -33.53 -31.29 -28.28 -27.13 -24.00 -20.10 -17.35 -15.03 -13.62 -12.84 -12.39 -12.68 -13.14 -13.88 -15.35 -16.66 179.79 162.07 151.81 144.50 136.28 128.31 126.07 121.44 119.08 117.69 113.06 92.78 90.66 86.20 74.33 31.90 -6.38 -12.01 7.99 29.15 40.29 45.76 48.62 48.88 49.53 49.21 47.67 46.17 44.73 41.74 35.71 21.71 21.60 21.41 21.18 20.85 20.39 19.99 19.55 19.07 18.62 18.22 17.87 17.50 17.26 16.92 16.59 16.24 15.92 15.58 15.23 14.80 14.36 13.92 13.48 13.08 12.75 12.49 12.23 12.17 11.96 11.80 176.98 168.63 157.30 146.55 136.27 126.44 116.97 108.73 100.30 92.81 85.14 77.98 70.69 65.75 58.47 50.79 43.76 36.24 28.94 21.76 14.35 7.42 0.66 -6.25 -12.47 -18.86 -24.71 -30.45 -38.29 -43.15 -49.72 -24.09 -24.80 -25.08 -24.73 -25.01 -24.95 -25.18 -24.83 -24.56 -24.54 -24.40 -24.46 -24.05 -23.99 -23.40 -23.33 -23.08 -22.95 -22.73 -22.31 -22.29 -22.24 -21.92 -22.10 -22.05 -21.74 -21.66 -21.22 -20.74 -20.67 -20.06 0.40 -2.09 -1.46 -4.98 -6.39 -9.99 -7.81 -8.09 -8.70 -9.08 -10.37 -11.40 -12.45 -17.67 -17.55 -18.82 -19.04 -22.98 -27.62 -31.86 -35.48 -38.20 -41.07 -44.85 -49.13 -50.61 -54.65 -57.84 -62.12 -64.22 -69.98 -24.87 -26.15 -26.28 -21.81 -17.43 -14.78 -12.79 -11.66 -10.84 -10.49 -10.38 -10.62 -10.94 -11.43 -12.05 -12.81 -13.60 -13.98 -13.93 -12.87 -11.51 -10.04 -8.65 -7.89 -7.36 -6.98 -7.06 -7.34 -10.48 -8.42 -9.09 -13.72 -31.34 -125.16 -150.37 -164.96 -173.27 -178.65 177.17 174.87 173.17 172.92 -174.44 -176.38 -177.94 178.15 171.21 162.52 148.23 130.33 113.55 99.23 88.87 81.23 75.64 70.54 68.07 64.15 60.90 -14.30 52.62 45.11 Device S-parameters are available for download off of the website at: http://www.wj.com Specifications and information are subject to change without notice WJ Communications, Inc • Phone 1-800-WJ1-4401 • FAX: 408-577-6621 • e-mail: [email protected] • Web site: www.wj.com September 2004