HITTITE HMC

HMC-MDB277
v01.0209
GaAs MMIC FUNDAMENTAL
MIXER, 70 - 90 GHz
Typical Applications
Features
This HMC-MDB277 is ideal for:
Wide IF bandwidth: DC - 18 GHz
• Short Haul / High Capacity Radios
Passive Double Balanced Topology
• FCC E-Band Communication Systems
LO Input Power: +14 dBm
• Automotive Radar
Die Size: 1.55 x 1.4 x 0.1 mm
• Sensors
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• Test & Measurement Equipment
General Description
Functional Diagram
The HMC-MDB277 is a passive Double Balanced
MMIC Mixer which utilizes GaAs Heterojunction
Bipolar Transistor (HBT) Shottky diode technology
and can be used as either an upconverter or a
downconverter. All bond pads and the die backside
are Ti/Au metallized and the Shottky devices are
fully passivated for reliable operation. The HMCMDB277 Double Balanced Mixer is compatible
with conventional die attach methods, as well as
thermocompression and thermosonic wire bonding,
making it ideal for MCM and hybrid microcircuit
applications. This compact MMIC is a much smaller
and more consistent alternative to hybrid style
double balanced mixer assemblies. All data shown
herein is measured with the chip in a 50 Ohm
environment and contacted with RF probes.
Electrical Specifi cations*, TA = 25 °C, IF = 10 GHz, LO = +14 dBm
Parameter
Min.
Typ.
Max.
70 - 90
GHz
Frequency Range, IF
DC - 18
GHz
12
dB
Conversion Loss
*Unless otherwise indicated, all measurements are from probed die
4 - 96
Units
Frequency Range, RF & LO
For price, delivery, and to place orders, please contact Hittite Microwave Corporation:
20 Alpha Road, Chelmsford, MA 01824 Phone: 978-250-3343 Fax: 978-250-3373
Order On-line at www.hittite.com
HMC-MDB277
v01.0209
GaAs MMIC FUNDAMENTAL
MIXER, 70 - 90 GHz
Upconverter Conversion Loss
Note 1: Measured Performance Characteristics (TOP = 25°C)
RF = 81 - 85 GHz
LO = 71 - 75 GHz
IF = 10 GHz
PLO = +14 dBm
PRF = -20 dBm
-2
-4
-6
-8
-10
Absolute Maximum Ratings
-12
-14
71
72
73
74
75
LO FREQUENCY (GHz)
LO Drive
+20 dBm
Storage Temperature
-65 °C to 150 °C
Operating Temperature
-55 °C to 85 °C
ELECTROSTATIC SENSITIVE DEVICE
OBSERVE HANDLING PRECAUTIONS
Outline Drawing
Die Packaging Information [1]
Standard
Alternate
GP-2 (Gel Pack)
[2]
[1] Refer to the “Packaging Information” section for die
packaging dimensions.
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CONVERSION LOSS (dB)
0
NOTES:
1. ALL DIMENSIONS ARE IN INCHES [MM].
2. TYPICAL BOND PAD IS .004” SQUARE.
3. BACKSIDE METALLIZATION: GOLD.
4. BACKSIDE METAL IS GROUND.
5. BOND PAD METALLIZATION: GOLD.
6. CONNECTION NOT REQUIRED FOR UNLABELED BOND PADS.
7. OVERALL DIE SIZE ±.002”
[2] For alternate packaging information contact Hittite
Microwave Corporation.
For price, delivery, and to place orders, please contact Hittite Microwave Corporation:
20 Alpha Road, Chelmsford, MA 01824 Phone: 978-250-3343 Fax: 978-250-3373
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HMC-MDB277
v01.0209
GaAs MMIC FUNDAMENTAL
MIXER, 70 - 90 GHz
Pad Descriptions
Pad Number
Function
Pin Description
1
RF
This pad is DC coupled and matched to 50 Ohms.
2
IF
This pad is DC coupled.
3
LO
This pad is DC coupled and matched to 50 Ohms.
Interface Schematic
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Assembly Diagram
For price, delivery, and to place orders, please contact Hittite Microwave Corporation:
20 Alpha Road, Chelmsford, MA 01824 Phone: 978-250-3343 Fax: 978-250-3373
Order On-line at www.hittite.com
HMC-MDB277
v01.0209
GaAs MMIC FUNDAMENTAL
MIXER, 70 - 90 GHz
Mounting & Bonding Techniques for Millimeterwave GaAs MMICs
50 Ohm Microstrip transmission lines on 0.127mm (5 mil) thick alumina
thin film substrates are recommended for bringing RF to and from the chip
(Figure 1). If 0.254mm (10 mil) thick alumina thin film substrates must be
used, the die should be raised 0.150mm (6 mils) so that the surface of
the die is coplanar with the surface of the substrate. One way to accomplish this is to attach the 0.102mm (4 mil) thick die to a 0.150mm (6 mil)
thick molybdenum heat spreader (moly-tab) which is then attached to the
ground plane (Figure 2).
0.102mm (0.004”) Thick GaAs MMIC
Wire Bond
0.076mm
(0.003”)
RF Ground Plane
Microstrip substrates should be placed as close to the die as possible in
order to minimize bond wire length. Typical die-to-substrate spacing is
0.076mm to 0.152 mm (3 to 6 mils).
0.127mm (0.005”) Thick Alumina
Thin Film Substrate
Figure 1.
Handling Precautions
Follow these precautions to avoid permanent damage.
Storage: All bare die are placed in either Waffle or Gel based ESD protective containers, and then sealed in an ESD protective bag for shipment.
Once the sealed ESD protective bag has been opened, all die should be
stored in a dry nitrogen environment.
Cleanliness: Handle the chips in a clean environment. DO NOT attempt
to clean the chip using liquid cleaning systems.
Static Sensitivity: Follow ESD precautions to protect against ESD
strikes.
Transients: Suppress instrument and bias supply transients while bias is
applied. Use shielded signal and bias cables to minimize inductive pickup.
0.102mm (0.004”) Thick GaAs MMIC
Wire Bond
0.076mm
(0.003”)
RF Ground Plane
0.150mm (0.005”) Thick
Moly Tab
0.254mm (0.010”) Thick Alumina
Thin Film Substrate
Figure 2.
General Handling: Handle the chip along the edges with a vacuum collet or with a sharp pair of bent tweezers. The
surface of the chip has fragile air bridges and should not be touched with vacuum collet, tweezers, or fingers.
Mounting
The chip is back-metallized and can be die mounted with AuSn eutectic preforms or with electrically conductive epoxy.
The mounting surface should be clean and flat.
Eutectic Die Attach: A 80/20 gold tin preform is recommended with a work surface temperature of 255 °C and a tool
temperature of 265 °C. When hot 90/10 nitrogen/hydrogen gas is applied, tool tip temperature should be 290 °C. DO
NOT expose the chip to a temperature greater than 320 °C for more than 20 seconds. No more than 3 seconds of
scrubbing should be required for attachment.
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The die should be attached directly to the ground plane eutectically or with
conductive epoxy (see HMC general Handling, Mounting, Bonding Note).
Epoxy Die Attach: Apply a minimum amount of epoxy to the mounting surface so that a thin epoxy fillet is observed
around the perimeter of the chip once it is placed into position. Cure epoxy per the manufacturer’s schedule.
Wire Bonding
RF bonds made with 0.003” x 0.0005” ribbon are recommended. These bonds should be thermosonically bonded
with a force of 40-60 grams. DC bonds of 0.001” (0.025 mm) diameter, thermosonically bonded, are recommended.
Ball bonds should be made with a force of 40-50 grams and wedge bonds at 18-22 grams. All bonds should be made
with a nominal stage temperature of 150 °C. A minimum amount of ultrasonic energy should be applied to achieve
reliable bonds. All bonds should be as short as possible, less than 12 mils (0.31 mm).
For price, delivery, and to place orders, please contact Hittite Microwave Corporation:
20 Alpha Road, Chelmsford, MA 01824 Phone: 978-250-3343 Fax: 978-250-3373
Order On-line at www.hittite.com
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