37.0-42.0 GHz GaAs Power Amplifier QFN, 7x7mm P1031-QK September 2007 - Rev 25-Sep-07 Features Linear Power Amplifier Output Power Adjust 23.0 dB Small Signal Gain +25.0 dBm P1dB Compression Point +35.0 dBm OIP3 General Description Mimix Broadband’s four stage 37.0-42.0 GHz SMD GaAs MMIC power amplifier has a small signal gain of 23.0 dB with a +35.0 dBm Output Third Order Intercept. This MMIC uses Mimix Broadband’s 0.15 µm GaAs PHEMT device model technology, and is based upon electron beam lithography to ensure high repeatability and uniformity. The device comes in a RoHS compliant 7x7mm QFN Surface Mount Package offering excellent RF and thermal properties. This device is well suited for Millimeter-wave Point-to-Point Radio, LMDS, SATCOM and VSAT 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) ESD - Human Body Model ESD - Machine Body Model +6.0 VDC 800 mA +0.3 VDC +5.0 dBm -65 to +165 deg C -55 to MTTF Table1 MTTF Table1 Class 1A Class M1 (1) Channel temperature affects a device’s MTTF. It is recommended to keep channel temperature as low as possible for maximum life Electrical Characteristics for 37 - 40 GHz (Ambient Temperature T = 25 oC) Parameter Frequency Range (f ) Input Return Loss (S11) Input Return Loss (S11) with External Match Output Return Loss (S22) Small Signal Gain (S21) Gain Flatness ( S21) Reverse Isolation (S12) Output Power for 1dB Compression (P1dB) Output IM3 with Pout (scl) = 18 dBm Output IM3 with Pout (scl) = 15 dBm Drain Bias Voltage (Vd) Gate Bias Voltage (Vg) Supply Current (Id1) (Vd=5.0V, Vg=-0.7V Typical) Units GHz dB dB dB dB dB dB dBm dBc dBc VDC VDC mA Min. 37.0 4.0 8.0 8.0 21.0 28.0 38.0 -1.0 - Typ. 5.0 10.0 12.0 23.0 +/-1.0 45.0 +25.0 +35.0 40.0 +5.0 -0.3 600 Mimix Broadband, Inc., 10795 Rockley Rd., Houston, Texas 77099 Tel: 281.988.4600 Fax: 281.988.4615 mimixbroadband.com Max. 42.0 +5.5 0.0 675 Page 1 of 6 Characteristic Data and Specifications are subject to change without notice. ©2007 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. 37.0-42.0 GHz GaAs Power Amplifier QFN, 7x7mm P1031-QK September 2007 - Rev 25-Sep-07 Power Amplifier Measurements XP1031-QK: Small Signal Gain (S21) Vd=5 V, Id=600mA XP1031-QK: Input Return Loss (S11) Vd=5 V, Id=600mA 0 30 -2 25 -4 -6 S11 (dB) S21 (dB) 20 15 -8 -10 10 -12 -14 5 -16 0 36 36 37 38 39 40 41 37 38 42 39 40 41 42 Frequency (GHz) Frequency (GHz) XP1031-QK: Intermodulation Performance (Vd=5V, Vg=-0.32V, Id=600 mA, f = 10 MHz) XP1031-QK: Output Return Loss (S22) Vd=5 V, Id=600mA 0 -2 -4 -8 C/I3 (dBc) S22 (dB) -6 -10 -12 -14 -16 -18 -20 36 37 38 39 40 41 54 52 50 48 46 44 42 40 38 36 34 32 30 28 26 24 22 20 Input freq = 37 GHz Input Freq = 38 GHz Input Freq = 39 GHz Input freq = 40 GHz 11 42 12 13 14 15 16 Pout/tone (dBm) Frequency (GHz) Small Signal Gain S21 (dB) for XP1031-QK (Vd=5V, Id=600 mA) 35 18 19 Output P1dB for XP1031-QK, Vd= 5V, Id=600 mA 35.0 -45ºC +25ºC +75ºC 30 17 30.0 25 25.0 OP1dB (dBm) S21 (dB) 20 15 10 20.0 -45ºC +25ºC +75ºC 15.0 5 0 10.0 -5 5.0 -10 36 36.5 37 37.5 38 38.5 39 39.5 Frequency (GHz) 40 40.5 41 41.5 42 0.0 36 37 38 39 40 Frequency (GHz) Mimix Broadband, Inc., 10795 Rockley Rd., Houston, Texas 77099 Tel: 281.988.4600 Fax: 281.988.4615 mimixbroadband.com 41 42 Page 2 of 6 Characteristic Data and Specifications are subject to change without notice. ©2007 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. 37.0-42.0 GHz GaAs Power Amplifier QFN, 7x7mm P1031-QK September 2007 - Rev 25-Sep-07 Power Amplifier Measurements (cont.) Output third order intercept point for XP1031-QK Vd= 5V, Id=600 mA , f = 10 MHz (15 dBm/tone @ output) 50.0 Third order Intermodulation performance for XP1031-QK Vd= 5V, Id=600 mA , f = 10 MHz (15 dBm/tone @ output) 60.0 -45ºC +25ºC +75ºC 45.0 50.0 40.0 40.0 C/I3 (dBc) OIP3 (dBm) 35.0 30.0 -45ºC +25ºC +75ºC 25.0 30.0 20.0 20.0 15.0 10.0 10.0 5.0 0.0 0.0 36 37 38 39 40 Frequency (GHz) 41 36 42 37 38 39 40 Frequency (GHz) 41 42 Third order Intermodulation performance for XP1031-QK Vd= 5V, Id=600 mA , f = 10 MHz (18 dBm/tone @ output) 60.0 -45ºC +25ºC +75ºC 50.0 C/I3 (dBc) 40.0 30.0 20.0 10.0 0.0 36 37 38 39 40 Frequency (GHz) 41 42 Application Information - Test Assembly 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. ©2007 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. 37.0-42.0 GHz GaAs Power Amplifier QFN, 7x7mm P1031-QK September 2007 - Rev 25-Sep-07 Physical Dimensions/Layout QK - MSL, Gross Leak Test Compliant Pin Description 3 Ground 4 RF Input 5 Ground 13 Vg 17 Ground 18 RF Out 19 Ground 23 Vd Functional Block Diagram/Board Layout Bypass Capacitors - See App Note [2] 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. ©2007 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. 37.0-42.0 GHz GaAs Power Amplifier QFN, 7x7mm P1031-QK September 2007 - Rev 25-Sep-07 App Note [1] Biasing - It is recommended to bias the amplifier with Vd=4.0V and Id=600mA. It is also recommended to use active biasing to keep the currents constant as the RF power and temperature vary; this gives the most reproducible results. 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 -0.3V. Typically the gate is protected with Silicon diodes to limit the applied voltage. Also, make sure to sequence the applied voltage to ensure negative gate bias is available before applying the positive drain supply. App Note [2] Bias Arrangement Each DC pin (Vd and Vg) needs to have DC bypass capacitance (~0.01 uF) as close to the package as possible. MTTF Tables (TBD) These numbers were calculated based on accelerated life test information and thermal model analysis received from the fabricating foundry. Backplate Temperature Channel Temperature Rth MTTF Hours FITs 55 deg Celsius deg Celsius C/W E+ E+ 75 deg Celsius deg Celsius C/W E+ E+ 95 deg Celsius deg Celsius C/W E+ E+ Bias Conditions: Vd=4.0V, Id=400 mA Typical Application RF OUT 37.0-39.5 GHz XP1018-QK 38VGA0769-QK 38TX0768-QB Mixer Coupler IF In 2 GHz X Buffer X2 LO(+2.0dBm) 17.5-18.75 GHz (USB Operation) 19.5-20.75 GHz (LSB Operation) Mimix Broadband MMIC-based 37.0-40.0 GHz Transmitter Block Diagram (Changing LO and IF frequencies as required allows design to operate as high as 40.0 GHz) Mimix Broadband's 37.0-40.0 GHz 38TX0768 GaAs MMIC Transmitter can be used in saturated radio applications and linear modulation schemes up to 128 QAM. The transmitter can be used in upper and lower sideband applications from 37.0-40.0 GHz. Factory Automation and Identification Mimix Designator Package Type Number of leads offered W Tape Width P1 Component Pitch P0 Hole Pitch Reel Diameter Units per Reel -QK QFN (7x7mm) 28 16mm 12mm 4mm 329mm (13in) 1000 Tape and Reel Packaging per the following conditions: Tape Width: 16 mm Tape Pitch (part to part): 12 mm Component Orientation: Parts are to be oriented with the PIN 1 closest to the tape's round sprocket holes on the tape’s trailing edge. Reel Diameter: 329 mm (13 inch) Note: Tape and Reel packaging is ordered with a -000T suffix. Package is available in 500 unit reels through designated sales channels. Minimum order quantities should be discussed with your local sales representative. 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. ©2007 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. 37.0-42.0 GHz GaAs Power Amplifier QFN, 7x7mm P1031-QK September 2007 - Rev 25-Sep-07 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. 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 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. Part Number for Ordering XP1031-QK-0L00 XP1031-QK-EV1 Description Gold plated RoHS compliant 7x7 28L QFN surface mount package in bulk quantity XP1018-QK evaluation board 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. ©2007 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.