RoHS Compliant Low Noise Amplifier 0.5 - 3.0 GHz MAAL-007304 V1 Functional Schematic Features • • • • • • • Low Noise Figure: 0.7 dB at 2.3 GHz Single +3 to +5 V Supply Voltage Low Current, 10 mA typical Lead-Free SOT26-6LD 100% Matte Tin Plating over Copper Halogen-Free “Green” Mold Compound RoHS* Compliant and 260°C Reflow Compatible Description M/A-COM’s MAAL-007304 low noise amplifier is a GaAs MMIC amplifier in a lead-free SOT-26 surface mount plastic package. The MAAL-007304 employs a monolithic 2-stage self-biased design and typically runs from a single 3.0 volt supply. Any voltage between 3.0 and 5.0 volts can be used, depending on system requirements. The MAAL-007304 offers low noise, low current, and high gain. It can be tuned for various applications from 0.5 to 3 GHz. Pin Configuration Pin No. Pin Name Description 1 VDD1 First stage positive supply voltage 2 GND RF and DC Ground 3 RFIN RF Input of the amplifier 4 SRC First stage source 5 GND RF and DC Ground 6 RFOUT RF Output of the amplifier M/A-COM fabricates the MAAL-007304 using a low noise PHEMT process to realize low noise and high gain. The process features full passivation for performance and reliability. Ordering Information 1 Part Number Package MAAL-007304-000000 Bulk Packaging MAAL-007304-TR3000 3000 piece reel MAAL-007304-000SMB Sample Board Assy Application use only MAAL-007304-001SMB 2.3 - 2.5 GHz Configuration Absolute Maximum Ratings 2,3 1. Reference Application Note M513 for reel size information. Parameter Absolute Maximum RF Input Power -15 dBm Voltage 6.0 volts Operating Temperature -40 °C to +85 °C Storage Temperature -65 °C to +150 °C 2. Exceeding any one or combination of these limits may cause permanent damage to this device. 3. M/A-COM does not recommend sustained operation near these survivability limits. * Restrictions on Hazardous Substances, European Union Directive 2002/95/EC. 1 M/A-COM Inc. and its affiliates reserve the right to make changes to the product(s) or information contained herein without notice. M/A-COM makes no warranty, representation or guarantee regarding the suitability of its products for any particular purpose, nor does M/A-COM assume any liability whatsoever arising out of the use or application of any product(s) or information. • North America Tel: 800.366.2266 / Fax: 978.366.2266 • Europe Tel: 44.1908.574.200 / Fax: 44.1908.574.300 • Asia/Pacific Tel: 81.44.844.8296 / Fax: 81.44.844.8298 Visit www.macom.com for additional data sheets and product information. RoHS Compliant Low Noise Amplifier 0.5 - 3.0 GHz MAAL-007304 V1 Electrical Specifications: VDD = +3 V, TA = 25 °C, Z0 = 50 Ω Parameter Test Conditions Units Min. Typ. Max. Gain 2.3 GHz dB 24.0 25.5 27.0 Noise Figure 2.3 GHz dB — 0.7 0.85 Input Return Loss 2.3 GHz dB — 15 — Output Return Loss 2.3 GHz dB — 10 — Output P1dB 500 – 3000 MHz dBm — 7 — Output IP3 500 – 3000 MHz dBm — 18 — Current — mA — 11.5 13.0 Recommended PCB Configuration Parts List Component Value Footprint Manufacturer C1 3 pF 0603 ATC C2 8.2 pF 0603 ATC C3, C4 0.1 µF 0402 Panasonic L1 5.6 nH 0402 Panasonic L2, L5 6.8 nH 0402 Coilcraft L3 1.5 nH 0402 Toko L4 4.7 nH 0402 Toko L6 7.5 nH 0402 Coilcraft TL1 47.5 Ω, 34° @ 2.3 GHz TL2 47.5 Ω, 15.5° @ 2.3 GHz Schematic 2 M/A-COM Inc. and its affiliates reserve the right to make changes to the product(s) or information contained herein without notice. M/A-COM makes no warranty, representation or guarantee regarding the suitability of its products for any particular purpose, nor does M/A-COM assume any liability whatsoever arising out of the use or application of any product(s) or information. • North America Tel: 800.366.2266 / Fax: 978.366.2266 • Europe Tel: 44.1908.574.200 / Fax: 44.1908.574.300 • Asia/Pacific Tel: 81.44.844.8296 / Fax: 81.44.844.8298 Visit www.macom.com for additional data sheets and product information. RoHS Compliant Low Noise Amplifier 0.5 - 3.0 GHz MAAL-007304 V1 Typical Performance Curves @ 2.3 GHz Input Return Loss Gain 35 0 30 -5 +25°C -40°C +85°C 25 20 15 2.1 -10 25°C -40°C +85°C -15 -20 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 2.1 2.2 2.3 Frequency (GHz) 2.4 2.5 Frequency (GHz) Output Return Loss Noise Figure 2 0 +25°C -40°C +85°C -5 1.5 -10 1 +25°C -40°C +85°C -15 -20 2.10 2.20 2.30 2.40 0.5 2.50 0 2.10 2.20 2.30 2.40 2.50 Frequency (GHz) Frequency (GHz) Input IP3 Output IP3 10 30 +25°C -40°C +85°C 25 +25C 5 -40C +85C 0 -5 20 -10 15 -15 10 2.10 2.20 2.30 2.40 2.50 Frequency (GHz) 3 M/A-COM Inc. and its affiliates reserve the right to make changes to the product(s) or information contained herein without notice. M/A-COM makes no warranty, representation or guarantee regarding the suitability of its products for any particular purpose, nor does M/A-COM assume any liability whatsoever arising out of the use or application of any product(s) or information. -20 2.10 2.20 2.30 2.40 2.50 Frequency (GHz) • North America Tel: 800.366.2266 / Fax: 978.366.2266 • Europe Tel: 44.1908.574.200 / Fax: 44.1908.574.300 • Asia/Pacific Tel: 81.44.844.8296 / Fax: 81.44.844.8298 Visit www.macom.com for additional data sheets and product information. RoHS Compliant Low Noise Amplifier 0.5 - 3.0 GHz MAAL-007304 V1 Typical Performance Curves P1dB @ 2.3 GHz 35 +25°C -40°C +85°C 30 25 20 15 -10 -5 0 5 10 Output Power (dBm) Lead-Free SOT-26 Plastic Package† Handling Procedures Please observe the following precautions to avoid damage: Static Sensitivity Gallium Arsenide Integrated Circuits are sensitive to electrostatic discharge (ESD) and can be damaged by static electricity. Proper ESD control techniques should be used when handling these devices. † Reference Application Note M538 for lead-free solder reflow recommendations. Meets JEDEC moisture sensitivity level 1 requirements. 4 M/A-COM Inc. and its affiliates reserve the right to make changes to the product(s) or information contained herein without notice. M/A-COM makes no warranty, representation or guarantee regarding the suitability of its products for any particular purpose, nor does M/A-COM assume any liability whatsoever arising out of the use or application of any product(s) or information. • North America Tel: 800.366.2266 / Fax: 978.366.2266 • Europe Tel: 44.1908.574.200 / Fax: 44.1908.574.300 • Asia/Pacific Tel: 81.44.844.8296 / Fax: 81.44.844.8298 Visit www.macom.com for additional data sheets and product information.