MIMIX XP1006-FA-0N00

8.5-11.0 GHz GaAs Power Amplifier
Flange, 10 pin
August 2006 - Rev 16-Aug-06
P1006-FA
Features
X-Band 10W Power Amplifier
Flange Package
21.5 dB Large Signal Gain
+40.5 dBm Saturated Output Power
37% Power Added Efficiency
100% On-Wafer RF, DC and Output Power Testing
General Description
Mimix Broadband’s three stage 8.5-11.0 GHz GaAs
packaged power amplifier has a large signal gain of
21.5 dB with a +40.5 dBm saturated output power.
This device uses Mimix Broadband’s 0.5 m GaAs
PHEMT device model technology, and is based upon
optical gate lithography to ensure high repeatability
and uniformity. The device comes in a 10 pin, high
frequency, LCC flange package. The package has a
copper composite base material and a laminated
ceramic substrate. This device is well suited for radar
applications.
Absolute Maximum Ratings
Supply Voltage (Vd)
Supply Current (Id)
Gate Bias Voltage (Vg)
Input Power (Pin)
Storage Temperature (Tstg)
Operating Temperature (Ta)
Channel Temperature (Tch)
+9.0 VDC
4.5 A
+0.0 VDC
TBD
-65 to +165 OC
-55 to MTTF Table1
MTTF Table 1
(1) Channel temperature affects a device's MTTF. It is
recommended to keep channel temperature as low as
possible for maximum life.
Electrical Characteristics (Pulsed Mode F=10kHz, Duty Cycle=5%,TA=25ºC)
Parameter
Frequency Range (f )
Input Return Loss (S11)1
Output Return Loss (S22)1
Large Signal Gain (S21)
Gain Flatness ( S21)
Reverse Isolation (S12)1
Saturated Output Power (PSAT)
Power Added Efficiency (PAE)
Drain Bias Voltage (Vd1,2,3)
Gate Bias Voltage (Vg)
Supply Current (Id) (Vd=8.0V, Vg=-0.6V Typical)
Units
GHz
dB
dB
dB
dB
dB
dBm
%
VDC
VDC
A
Min.
8.5
-
Typ.
15.0
12.0
21.5
+/-0.5
60.0
+40.5
37
+8.0
-0.6
4.0
Max.
11.0
+9.0
4.5
(1) Measured on-wafer pre-packaging.
Mimix Broadband, Inc., 10795 Rockley Rd., Houston, Texas 77099
Tel: 281.988.4600 Fax: 281.988.4615 mimixbroadband.com
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8.5-11.0 GHz GaAs Power Amplifier
Flange, 10 pin
August 2006 - Rev 16-Aug-06
P1006-FA
Power Amplifier Measurements (Pulsed Mode F=10kHz, Duty Cycle=5%,TA=25ºC)
Psat (dBm), Pin = 19 dBm (25 devices)
Psat (dBm), Pin = 19 dBm (25 devices)
45
44
40
43
42
35
41
Psat (dBm)
Psat (dBm)
30
25
20
15
40
39
38
37
10
36
5
35
34
0
7.5
8.0
8.5
9.0
9.5
10.0
10.5
11.0
11.5
7.5
8.0
8.5
9.0
Freq (GHz)
9.5
10.0
10.5
11.0
11.5
11.0
11.5
Freq (GHz)
Large Signal Gain (dB), Pin = 19 dBm (25 devices)
Large Signal Gain (dB), Pin = 19 dBm (25 devices)
23
25
22
20
20
15
Gain (dB)
Gain (dB)
21
10
19
18
17
5
16
15
0
7.5
8.0
8.5
9.0
9.5
10.0
10.5
11.0
7.5
11.5
8.0
8.5
9.0
Freq (GHz)
9.5
10.0
10.5
Freq (GHz)
PAE (%), Pin = 19 dBm (25 devices)
Drain Currents (A), 5 us pulse, Pin = 19 dBm (25 devices)
50%
4.5
45%
4.0
40%
3.5
35%
3.0
Id (A)
PAE (%)
30%
25%
2.5
2.0
20%
1.5
15%
1.0
10%
0.5
5%
0%
0.0
7.5
8.0
8.5
9.0
9.5
Freq (GHz)
10.0
10.5
11.0
11.5
7.5
8.0
8.5
9.0
9.5
10.0
10.5
11.0
Freq (GHz)
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Tel: 281.988.4600 Fax: 281.988.4615 mimixbroadband.com
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8.5-11.0 GHz GaAs Power Amplifier
Flange, 10 pin
August 2006 - Rev 16-Aug-06
P1006-FA
Power Amplifier Measurements (Pulsed Mode F=10kHz, Duty Cycle=5%,TA=25ºC)
Gate Bias (V), (25 devices)
0.0
-0.1
-0.2
Vg (V)
-0.3
-0.4
-0.5
-0.6
-0.7
7.5
8.0
8.5
9.0
9.5
10.0
10.5
11.0
11.5
Freq (GHz)
Following test conditions apply for all measured data unless otherwise stated: VD = 8.0V, 4.0A. Pin = +20dBm,
Temp = +25C, Pulsed Duty Cycle = 5%
XP1006-FA, Pout vs Applied DC Voltage
44.0
42.0
42.0
40.0
40.0
Pout (dBm)
Pout (dBm)
XP1006-FA, Pout vs Temp.
44.0
38.0
36.0
+25 C
34.0
38.0
36.0
8V, 4A
6V, 4A
34.0
-40 C
32.0
7V, 4A
32.0
+85 C
30.0
30.0
8
8.5
9
9.5
10
10.5
11
11.5
12
8
8.5
9
9.5
RF (GHz)
XP1006-FA, Pout vs DC Current
10.5
11
11.5
12
XP1006-FA, Pout vs Pulse Duty Cycle
44.0
44.0
42.0
42.0
40.0
40.0
Pout (dBm)
Pout (dBm)
10
RF (GHz)
38.0
36.0
8V, 3A
34.0
38.0
36.0
5%
34.0
10%
8V, 4A
32.0
32.0
25%
8V, 5A
30.0
30.0
8
8.5
9
9.5
10
RF (GHz)
10.5
11
11.5
12
8
8.5
9
9.5
10
10.5
11
11.5
RF (GHz)
Mimix Broadband, Inc., 10795 Rockley Rd., Houston, Texas 77099
Tel: 281.988.4600 Fax: 281.988.4615 mimixbroadband.com
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8.5-11.0 GHz GaAs Power Amplifier
Flange, 10 pin
August 2006 - Rev 16-Aug-06
P1006-FA
Physical Dimensions
(Note: Engineering designator is I0004966)
Functional Schematic
Pin Designations
1
10
G
D
2
9
3
8
4
7
5
D
6
Pin
0 (Flange)
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
Description
GND
Vg
NC
RF In
NC
NC
Vd(3)
NC
RF Out
NC
Vd(1,2,3)
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Tel: 281.988.4600 Fax: 281.988.4615 mimixbroadband.com
Typ. Values
-0.6 V
+19.0 dBm
8.0 V
+40.0 dBm
8.0 V
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8.5-11.0 GHz GaAs Power Amplifier
Flange, 10 pin
August 2006 - Rev 16-Aug-06
P1006-FA
App Note [1] Biasing - This device is biased with Vd(1,2,3) = 8.0V and 4.0 A (pin 6,10). The drain current is controlled by the gate bias
with a typical value of Vg = -0.6V (pin 1). It is recommended to use active biasing to keep the currents constant as the RF power and
temperature vary; this gives the most reproducible results. The recommended power-up sequence is described below:
1. Apply -2.0 V to Vg
2. Apply +8.0 V to Vd(1,2,3)
3. Adjust Vg to achieve nominal drain current
4. Apply RF power
5. Re-adjust Vg to maintain nominal drain current.
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.
MTTF
MTTF is calculated from accelerated life-time data of single devices and assumes an isothermal back-plate.
XP1006-FA, MTTF with RF Power Applied
1.0E+06
100% DC duty cycle
1.0E+05
MTTF (millions of hours)
50% DC duty cycle
1.0E+04
30% DC duty cycle
1.0E+03
10% DC duty cycle
1.0E+02
1.0E+01
1.0E+00
1.0E-01
20
30
40
50
60
70
80
90
Backplate Temperature (C)
100
110
120
XP1006-FA, MTTF without RF Power
1.0E+05
100% DC duty cycle
MTTF (millions of hours)
1.0E+04
50% DC duty cycle
1.0E+03
30% DC duty cycle
1.0E+02
10% DC duty cycle
1.0E+01
1.0E+00
1.0E-01
1.0E-02
20
30
40
50
60
70
80
90
100
110
120
Backplate Temperature (C)
Mimix Broadband, Inc., 10795 Rockley Rd., Houston, Texas 77099
Tel: 281.988.4600 Fax: 281.988.4615 mimixbroadband.com
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8.5-11.0 GHz GaAs Power Amplifier
Flange, 10 pin
August 2006 - Rev 16-Aug-06
P1006-FA
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 by-products 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.
Mounting Onto Circuit Boards - Special design considerations allow the –FA packages to operate at high frequencies. One element required
for operation at high frequency is the use of fine geometry leads. Fine geometry leads are not as robust, and it is possible to exceed the yield
or tensile strength even with small hand tools. Even though firmly attached, EXTRA care in handling is essential.
Precautions:
• Check all fixtures used for assembly, lead forming, and testing, to be sure that parts are not subjected to unnecessary physical stress.
• Check that test sockets are easy to load, and not likely to torque or twist the leads.
• Be sure that the package is attached to a flat surface.
• Do not over-torque mounting screws.
• Do not use conductive gaskets or shims under the package.
• Do not use test fixtures or sockets that may produce a sharp lifting force on the leads.
• If packages must be removed after solder attach, do not pry the leads up so that the force lifting the lead from the board is also lifting the lead from
the package. Use a probe to press down on the lead-to-package joint, and lift the lead when the solder is fluid.
Mounting Screws Product Name
Length, min
Socket Head Cap
Diameter
Thread Pitch
1/8"
0
80
1/8"
2
56
6 mm
M1.6
0.35mm
6 mm
M2.5
0.45mm
Screw, English
Socket Head Cap
1.0
Type 316
2.0
Stainless Steel
Screw, Metric
Socket Head Cap
Torque, in-oz
Stainless Steel
Screw, English
Socket Head Cap
Material
Type 316
Type 316
1.0
Stainless Steel
Screw, Metric
Type 316
2.0
Stainless Steel
1. Mounting surface should be tapped for close tolerance fit of inner to external thread
2. Mounting surface must be flat
3. Excessive bending or deformation of the package during mounting is likely to damage the ceramic. To avoid this:
• Insert all mounting screws for a given package and tighten all finger tight.
• Begin tightening screws on opposite corners of the package to 1/3 torque
• Tighten following same screw position pattern to 2/3 torque
• Tighten following same screw position pattern to full torque
4. The use of ground or thermal pads under the package is NOT recommended.
Ordering Information
Part Number for Ordering
XP1006-FA-0N00
XP1006-FA-EV1
Description
Nickel/Gold plated RoHS compliant 10L flange package in bulk quantity
XP1006-FA Evaluation Module
Mimix Broadband, Inc., 10795 Rockley Rd., Houston, Texas 77099
Tel: 281.988.4600 Fax: 281.988.4615 mimixbroadband.com
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