12.0-16.0 GHz Power Amplifier QFN, 3x3mm P1042-QT February 2010 - Rev 22-Feb-10 Features 21 dB Small Signal Gain 25 dBm P1dB Compression Point 38 dBm Output IP3 Linearity 17 dB Gain Control with Bias Adjust 3x3mm Standard QFN Package 100% RF Testing General Description The XP1042-QT is a packaged driver amplifier that operates over the 12.0-16.0 GHz frequency band. The device provides 21 dB gain and 38 dBm Output Third Order Intercept Point (OIP3) across the band and is offered in an industry standard, fully molded 3x3mm QFN package. The device includes on-chip ESD protection structures and DC by-pass capacitors to ease the implementation and volume assembly of the packaged part. The device is manufactured in 0.5um GaAs PHEMT device technology with BCB wafer coating to enhance ruggedness and repeatability of performance. The XP1042-QT is well suited for Point-to-Point Radio, LMDS, SATCOM and VSAT applications. Absolute Maximum Ratings1 Supply Voltage (Vd1,2,3) Supply Current (Id1,2,3) Gate Bias Voltage (Vg1,2,3) Max Power Dissipation (Pdiss) RF Input Power Operating Temperature (Ta) Storage Temperature (Tstg) Channel Temperature (Tch)2 ESD Min. - Machine Model (MM) ESD Min. - Human Body Model (HBM) MSL Level +8.0V 550 mA -2.4V 2.8W 15 dBm -55 to +85 ºC -65 to +165 ºC 150 ºC Class A Class 1A MSL3 (1) Operation of this device above any one of these parameters may cause permanent damage. (2) Channel temperature directly affects a device’s MTTF. Channel temperature should be kept as low as possible to maximize lifetime Electrical Characteristics (Ambient Temperature T = 25 oC) Parameter Frequency Range (f ) Small Signal Gain (S21) Input Return Loss (S11) Output Return Loss (S22) Reverse Isolation (S12) NF at Max Gain P1dB OIP3 at Pout = 8 dBm per Tone Drain Bias Voltage (Vd1,2,3) Gate Bias Voltage (Vg1,2,3) Supply Current (Id1) Supply Current (Id2) Supply Current (Id3) Units GHz dB dB dB dB dB dB dBm VDC VDC mA mA mA Min. 12.0 19.0 36.0 -2 Mimix Broadband, Inc., 10795 Rockley Rd., Houston, Texas 77099 Tel: 281.988.4600 Fax: 281.988.4615 mimixbroadband.com Typ. 21.0 12.0 10.0 50.0 6.0 25.0 38.0 5 -1 75 75 150 Max. 16.0 8.0 125 125 250 Page 1 of 6 Characteristic Data and Specifications are subject to change without notice. ©2010 Mimix Broadband, Inc. Export of this item may require appropriate export licensing from the U.S. Government. In purchasing these parts, U.S. Domestic customers accept their obligation to be compliant with U.S. Export Laws. 12.0-16.0 GHz Power Amplifier QFN, 3x3mm P1042-QT February 2010 - Rev 22-Feb-10 Power Amplifier Measurements XP1042-QT: S-parameters (dB) vs. Freq (GHz), VDD=5V, ID1=125mA, ID2=125mA, ID3=250mA 25 20 S-parameter (dB) 15 10 S21 S11 S22 5 0 -5 -10 -15 -20 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 Freq (GHz) XP1042-QT: Power Out (dBm) vs. Power In (dBm), VDD=5V, ID1=125mA, ID2=125mA, ID3=250mA 30 Power Out (dBm) 25 20 12.5 GHz 13 GHz 13.5 GHz 14 GHz 14.5 GHz 15 GHz 15.5 GHz 15 10 5 -15 -10 -5 0 5 10 Power In (dBm) XP1042-QT: C/I3 (dBc) vs. Output Tone Power (per tone) dBm 10MHz tone separation VDD=5V, ID1=125mA, ID2=125mA, ID3=250mA 80 70 C/I3 (dBc) 60 50 12.5 GHz 13 GHz 13.5 GHz 14 GHz 14.5 GHz 15 GHz 15.5 GHz 40 30 20 10 0 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 Output tone level per tone (dBm) Mimix Broadband, Inc., 10795 Rockley Rd., Houston, Texas 77099 Tel: 281.988.4600 Fax: 281.988.4615 mimixbroadband.com Page 2 of 6 Characteristic Data and Specifications are subject to change without notice. ©2010 Mimix Broadband, Inc. Export of this item may require appropriate export licensing from the U.S. Government. In purchasing these parts, U.S. Domestic customers accept their obligation to be compliant with U.S. Export Laws. 12.0-16.0 GHz Power Amplifier QFN, 3x3mm P1042-QT February 2010 - Rev 22-Feb-10 MTTF These numbers were calculated based on accelerated life test information and thermal model analysis received from the fabricating foundry. 1.E+14 XP1042-QT-0G00: MTTF hours vs Package Base Temperature Vd1,2,3=5.0V;Id1=125mA,Id2=125mA,Id3=250mA 1.E+12 urs) MTTF (hou 1.E+10 1.E+08 1.E+06 1.E+04 1.E+02 1.E+00 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 110 120 g Base Temp p (oC)) Package XP1042-QT-0G00: Tch(max) vs Package Base Temperature Vd1,2,3=5.0V;Id1=125mA,Id2=125mA,Id3=250mA 200 180 160 o Tch max ( C) 140 120 100 80 60 40 20 0 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 110 120 Package Base Temp (oC) XP1080-QK-0N00: Operating Power De-rating Curve (continuous) Vd1,2,3=5V,Id1=125mA,Id2=125mA,Id3=250mA 3 2.5 Pdisss (W) 2 15 1.5 1 0.5 0 25 50 75 100 125 150 175 Package Base Temp (oC) Mimix Broadband, Inc., 10795 Rockley Rd., Houston, Texas 77099 Tel: 281.988.4600 Fax: 281.988.4615 mimixbroadband.com Page 3 of 6 Characteristic Data and Specifications are subject to change without notice. ©2010 Mimix Broadband, Inc. 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In purchasing these parts, U.S. Domestic customers accept their obligation to be compliant with U.S. Export Laws. 12.0-16.0 GHz Power Amplifier QFN, 3x3mm P1042-QT February 2010 - Rev 22-Feb-10 Package Dimensions / Layout nc Vd1 Vd2 Vd3 16 15 14 13 Functional Block Diagram Pin Designations nc 2 11 nc RF In 3 10 nc 4 9 8 nc 7 12 6 1 5 nc Vg1 Vg2 Vg3 nc RF Out Pin Number Pin Name nc 1-2 3 RF In 4 nc 5 Vg1 Vg2 6 7 Vg3 8-9 nc 10 RF Out 11-12 nc Vd3 13 14 Vd2 15 Vd1 16 nc Pin Function Not Connected RF Input Not Connected Gate 1 Bias Gate 2 Bias Gate 3 Bias Not Connected RF Output Not Connected Drain 3 Bias Drain 2 Bias Drain 1 Bias Not Connected Nominal Value GND GND ~ -1.0V ~ -0.8V ~ -1.0V GND GND 5.0V, 250 mA 5.0V, 125 mA 5.0V, 125 mA GND nc Mimix Broadband, Inc., 10795 Rockley Rd., Houston, Texas 77099 Tel: 281.988.4600 Fax: 281.988.4615 mimixbroadband.com Page 4 of 6 Characteristic Data and Specifications are subject to change without notice. ©2010 Mimix Broadband, Inc. Export of this item may require appropriate export licensing from the U.S. Government. In purchasing these parts, U.S. Domestic customers accept their obligation to be compliant with U.S. Export Laws. 12.0-16.0 GHz Power Amplifier QFN, 3x3mm P1042-QT February 2010 - Rev 22-Feb-10 App Note [1] Biasing - As shown in the Pin Designations table, the device is operated by biasing VD1,2,3 at 5.0V with 125, 125, 250 mA respectively. It is recommended to use active bias to keep the currents constant in order to maintain the best performance over temperature. Depending on the supply voltage available and the power dissipation constraints, the bias circuit may be a single transistor or a low power operational amplifier, with a low value resistor in series with the drain supply used to sense the current. The gate of the pHEMT is controlled to maintain correct drain current and thus drain voltage. The typical gate voltage needed to do this is -1.0V. Make sure to sequence the applied voltage to ensure negative gate bias is available before applying the positive drain supply. App Note [2] Board Layout - As shown in the board layout, it is recommended to provide 100pF decoupling caps as close to the bias pins as possible, with additional 10µF decoupling caps. Recommended Layout Mimix Broadband, Inc., 10795 Rockley Rd., Houston, Texas 77099 Tel: 281.988.4600 Fax: 281.988.4615 mimixbroadband.com Page 5 of 6 Characteristic Data and Specifications are subject to change without notice. ©2010 Mimix Broadband, Inc. Export of this item may require appropriate export licensing from the U.S. Government. In purchasing these parts, U.S. Domestic customers accept their obligation to be compliant with U.S. Export Laws. 12.0-16.0 GHz Power Amplifier QFN, 3x3mm P1042-QT February 2010 - Rev 22-Feb-10 Handling and Assembly Information CAUTION! - Mimix Broadband MMIC Products contain gallium arsenide (GaAs) which can be hazardous to the human body and the environment. For safety, observe the following procedures: • Do not ingest. • Do not alter the form of this product into a gas, powder, or liquid through burning, crushing, or chemical processing as these byproducts are dangerous to the human body if inhaled, ingested, or swallowed. • Observe government laws and company regulations when discarding this product. This product must be discarded in accordance with methods specified by applicable hazardous waste procedures. Life Support Policy - Mimix Broadband's products are not authorized for use as critical components in life support devices or systems without the express written approval of the President and General Counsel of Mimix Broadband. As used herein: (1) Life support devices or systems are devices or systems which, (a) are intended for surgical implant into the body, or (b) support or sustain life, and whose failure to perform when properly used in accordance with instructions for use provided in the labeling, can be reasonably expected to result in a significant injury to the user. (2) A critical component is any component of a life support device or system whose failure to perform can be reasonably expected to cause the failure of the life support device or system, or to affect its safety or effectiveness. Package Attachment - This packaged product from Mimix Broadband is provided as a rugged surface mount package compatible with high volume solder installation. Vacuum tools or other suitable pick and place equipment may be used to pick and place this part. Care should be taken to ensure that there are no voids or gaps in the solder connection so that good RF, DC and ground connections are maintained. Voids or gaps can eventually lead not only to RF performance degradation, but reduced reliability and life of the product due to thermal stress. Typical Reflow Profiles Reflow Profile Ramp Up Rate Activation Time and Temperature Time Above Melting Point Max Peak Temperature Time Within 5 ºC of Peak Ramp Down Rate SnPb 3-4 ºC/sec 60-120 sec @ 140-160 ºC 60-150 sec 240 ºC 10-20 sec 4-6 ºC/sec Pb Free 3-4 ºC/sec 60-180 sec @ 170-200 ºC 60-150 sec 265 ºC 10-20 sec 4-6 ºC/sec Factory Automation and Identification Mimix Designator Package Type -QT QFN (3x3mm) Component Orientation: Number of leads offered W Tape Width P1 Component Pitch P0 Hole Pitch Reel Diameter Units per Reel 16 12mm 8mm 4mm 329mm (13in) 2000 Parts are to be oriented with the PIN 1 closest to the tape's round sprocket holes on the tape’s trailing edge. Note: Tape and Reel packaging is ordered with a -0G0T suffix. Package is available in 500 unit reels through designated sales channels. Minimum order quantities should be discussed with your local sales representative. Mimix Lead-Free RoHS Compliant Program - Mimix has an active program in place to meet customer and governmental requirements for eliminating lead (Pb) and other environmentally hazardous materials from our products. All Mimix RoHS compliant components are form, fit and functional replacements for their non-RoHS equivalents. Lead plating of our RoHS compliant parts is 100% matte tin (Sn) over copper alloy and is backwards compatible with current standard SnPb low-temperature reflow processes as well as higher temperature (260°C reflow) “Pb Free” processes. Ordering Information Part Number for Ordering XP1042-QT-0G00 XP1042-QT-0G0T XP1042-QT-EV1 Description Matte Tin plated RoHS compliant 3x3 16L QFN surface mount package in bulk quantity Matte Tin plated RoHS compliant 3x3 16L QFN surface mount package in tape and reel XP1042-QT evaluation board C a u t i o n : E S D S e n s i t i ve Appropriate precautions in handling, packaging and testing devices must be observed. Proper ESD procedures should be followed when handling this device. Mimix Broadband, Inc., 10795 Rockley Rd., Houston, Texas 77099 Tel: 281.988.4600 Fax: 281.988.4615 mimixbroadband.com Page 6 of 6 Characteristic Data and Specifications are subject to change without notice. ©2010 Mimix Broadband, Inc. Export of this item may require appropriate export licensing from the U.S. Government. In purchasing these parts, U.S. Domestic customers accept their obligation to be compliant with U.S. Export Laws.