Wideband, Microwave, 0.5W Monolithic Amplifier 50Ω AVM-273HP+ 13 to 26.5 GHz The Big Deal • • • • • • Wideband 13 to 26.5 GHz Output power up to +27dBm Excellent directivity, 43 dB typ. @ 20 GHz Unconditionally stable Excellent gain flatness, ±1 dB Sequencing and DC Control module (VCM-1+) is available CASE STYLE: DG1677-1 Product Overview Mini-Circuits AVM-273HP+ is a three stage balanced, wideband monolithic amplifier delivering up to 0.5W power and operating over 13 to 26.5 GHz. It is designed using PHEMT technology and is unconditionally stable. Its outstanding isolation enables it to be used as a wideband isolation amplifier or buffer amplifier in a variety of microwave systems including point to point radios, military EW and radar, DBS, and VSAT. Key Features Feature Advantages Wideband Wide frequency coverage up to 26.5 GHz supports many microwave applications. Pout up to +27 dBm Can be used as a low-cost driver for high power amplifiers. Excellent active directivity, 43 dB @ 20 GHz (directivity = isolation – gain) Can be used as an inter-stage isolation amplifier, minimizing interaction of adjacent components. Unconditionally stable Eliminates the need for any compensating network to prevent unintended oscillation. Small package Small size for high power with low inductance, repeatable transitions, and excellent thermal contact to PCB. Notes A. Performance and quality attributes and conditions not expressly stated in this specification document are intended to be excluded and do not form a part of this specification document. B. Electrical specifications and performance data contained in this specification document are based on Mini-Circuit’s applicable established test performance criteria and measurement instructions. C. The parts covered by this specification document are subject to Mini-Circuits standard limited warranty and terms and conditions (collectively, “Standard Terms”); Purchasers of this part are entitled to the rights and benefits contained therein. For a full statement of the Standard Terms and the exclusive rights and remedies thereunder, please visit Mini-Circuits’ website at www.minicircuits.com/MCLStore/terms.jsp Mini-Circuits ® www.minicircuits.com P.O. Box 350166, Brooklyn, NY 11235-0003 (718) 934-4500 [email protected] Page 1 of 7 Wideband, Microwave, 0.5W Monolithic Amplifier 13-26.5 GHz Product Features • Gain, 13 dB typ. • Output Power, up to +27 dBm typ. • Excellent directivity, 43 dB typ. at 20 GHz • Unconditionally Stable • Aqueous washable; 5 mm x 5 mm SMT package CASE STYLE: DG1677-1 Typical Applications AVM-273HP+ • Point to Point Radio • Military EW and Radar • DBS • VSAT • Wideband Isolation amplifier +RoHS Compliant The +Suffix identifies RoHS Compliance. See our web site for RoHS Compliance methodologies and qualifications General Description The AVM-273HP+ is a three stage balanced wideband monolithic amplifier delivering up to 0.5W power operating over 13 to 26.5 GHz. It is manufactured using PHEMT technology and is unconditionally stable. Its outstanding isolation enables it to be used as a wideband isolation amplifier or buffer amplifier in a variety of microwave systems. Simplified Schematic Notes: H - 90° Hybrid M - Matching Network Notes A. Performance and quality attributes and conditions not expressly stated in this specification document are intended to be excluded and do not form a part of this specification document. B. Electrical specifications and performance data contained in this specification document are based on Mini-Circuit’s applicable established test performance criteria and measurement instructions. C. The parts covered by this specification document are subject to Mini-Circuits standard limited warranty and terms and conditions (collectively, “Standard Terms”); Purchasers of this part are entitled to the rights and benefits contained therein. For a full statement of the Standard Terms and the exclusive rights and remedies thereunder, please visit Mini-Circuits’ website at www.minicircuits.com/MCLStore/terms.jsp Mini-Circuits ® www.minicircuits.com P.O. Box 350166, Brooklyn, NY 11235-0003 (718) 934-4500 [email protected] REV. A M149087 AVM-273HP+ TH/RS/CP 161109 Page 2 of 7 AVM-273HP+ Wideband Monolithic Amplifier Electrical Specifications (1) at 25°C, Zo=50Ω, (refer to characterization circuit, Fig.1) Parameter Condition (GHz) Frequency Range DC Voltage (VD1 to VD3 (A)&(B)) ! DC Voltage (VG1 to VG3 (A)&(B)) ! DC Current (ID1+ID2+ID3; (A)&(B)) DC Current (IG1+IG2+IG3; (A)&(B)) Gain Input Return Loss Output Return Loss Directivity (Isolation- Gain) Output Power @ 1 dB compression OIP3 Noise Figure Min. Typ. 13.0 13.0 14.0 15.0 16.0 17.0 18.0 20.0 24.0 26.5 13.0 14.0 15.0 16.0 17.0 18.0 20.0 24.0 26.5 13.0 14.0 15.0 16.0 17.0 18.0 20.0 24.0 26.5 20.0 13.0 14.0 15.0 16.0 17.0 18.0 20.0 24.0 26.5 13.0 14.0 15.0 16.0 17.0 18.0 20.0 24.0 26.4 13.0 14.0 15.0 16.0 17.0 18.0 20.0 24.0 26.5 5.0 -0.8 559 0.5 12.8 12.8 13.0 13.6 14.2 15.1 14.7 13.8 13.2 16.9 17.1 17.6 17.0 19.4 15.5 8.9 9.0 7.2 8.1 12.7 18.9 19.3 16.6 13.2 8.0 10.6 8.8 43 22.6 24.3 25.6 26.3 26.4 26.9 26.6 26.5 25.7 28.7 30.6 32.2 32.4 33.2 32.1 31.0 29.7 29.5 9.8 9.6 9.3 8.9 8.8 8.4 8.5 7.5 8.5 0.32 0.145 16.3 — — — — — 12.0 — — — DC Current Variation vs. Temperature (2) DC Current Variation vs. Voltage Thermal Resistance Max. Units. 26.5 GHz V V mA mA 590 dB dB dB dB dBm dBm dB mA/°C mA/mV °C/W Notes A. Performance and quality attributes and conditions not expressly stated in this specification document are intended to be excluded and do not form a part of this specification document. B. Electrical specifications and performance data contained in this specification document are based on Mini-Circuit’s applicable established test performance criteria and measurement instructions. C. The parts covered by this specification document are subject to Mini-Circuits standard limited warranty and terms and conditions (collectively, “Standard Terms”); Purchasers of this part are entitled to the rights and benefits contained therein. For a full statement of the Standard Terms and the exclusive rights and remedies thereunder, please visit Mini-Circuits’ website at www.minicircuits.com/MCLStore/terms.jsp Mini-Circuits ® www.minicircuits.com P.O. Box 350166, Brooklyn, NY 11235-0003 (718) 934-4500 [email protected] Page 3 of 7 AVM-273HP+ Wideband Monolithic Amplifier Bias Sequence and Conditions Absolute Maximum Ratings(3) Operating Temperature (4) -40°C to 85°C Storage Temperature -65°C to 150°C Channel Temperature 136°C DC Voltage-Drain (Pads 11,13,15,26,28,30 ) @ VG=-0.8V (5) ! Power ON 1. Connect all Vg wires together (to ensure all stages are biased simultaneously). 2. Connect all Vd wires together (to ensure all stages are biased simultaneously). 3. Set Vg to -2V, apply Vg 4. Set Vd to +5V, apply Vd 5. Adjust Vg until the desired Idd is reached (the typical Vg is around -0.8V). 6. Apply RF signal. +6 V DC Voltage-Gate (Pads 10,12,14,27,29,31) @ VD=+5V (6) -6 V Power Dissipation 3.1 W DC Current (Pads 11,13,15,26,28,30 ) 620 mA Input Power (CW) 16 dBm DC Voltage on pins 19 & 20 (@VD=5V & VG=-0.8V) NOTE: to prevent damage to the AVM-273HP+, and to ensure proper operation, all bias voltages must be applied in the following sequence for both Power On and for Power Off: +10V Notes: 1. Measured on Mini-Circuits Test Board TB-715-5V. See Characterization Test Circuit (Fig. 1), See cautionary note ! 2. (Current at 85°C - Current at -45°C)/130 3. Permanent damage may occur if any of these limits are exceeded. These maximum ratings are not intended for continuous normal operation. 4. Defined with reference to ground pad temperature. 5. VG=VG1, VG2, VG3 (A&B) 6. VD= VD1, VD2, VD3 (A&B) Power OFF 1. Turn OFF RF signal 2. Set Vg to -2.0V 3. Turn OFF Vd (Vd to 0V) 4. Turn OFF Vg (Vg to 0V) ALTERNATELY – VCM-1+ module provide voltage sequencing and DC control automatically. Following these requirements are required for proper operation and are a condition of Mini-Circuits Warranty. Simplified Schematic and Pad Description Notes: H - 90° Hybrid M - Matching Network RF-In Pad Number 4,5 RF-Out 19,20 VG1 A 31 Gate Voltage of first stage amplifier (Top) VG3 B 14 Gate Voltage of third stage amplifier (Bottom) VG2 A 29 Gate Voltage of second stage amplifier (Top) VD1 B 11 Drain Voltage of first stage amplifier (Bottom) VG3 A 27 Gate Voltage of third stage amplifier (Top) VD2 B 13 Drain Voltage of second stage amplifier (Bottom) VD1 A 30 Drain Voltage of first stage amplifier (Top) VD3 B 15 Drain Voltage of third stage amplifier (Bottom) VD2 A 28 Drain Voltage of second stage amplifier (Top) Function Function Pad Number RF Input VG1 B 10 Gate Voltage of first stage amplifier (Bottom) RF-Output (DC blocked) VG2 B 12 Gate Voltage of second stage amplifier (Bottom) Description (See Application Circuit) Description (See Application Circuit) NC 1-3, 6-9, 16-18, No Connection, not used internally Notes 21-25,and 32 do not form a part of this specification document. A. Performance and conditions not expressly stated inamplifier this specification VD3 Aand quality attributes 26 Drain Voltage of third stage (Top) document are intended to be excluded B. Electrical specifications and performance data contained in this specification document are based on Mini-Circuit’s applicable established test performance criteria and measurement instructions. C. The parts covered by this specification document are subject to Mini-Circuits standard limited warranty and terms and conditions (collectively, “Standard Terms”); Purchasers of this part are entitled to the rights and benefits contained therein. For a full statement of the Standard Terms and the exclusive rights and remedies thereunder, please visit Mini-Circuits’ website at www.minicircuits.com/MCLStore/terms.jsp Mini-Circuits ® www.minicircuits.com P.O. Box 350166, Brooklyn, NY 11235-0003 (718) 934-4500 [email protected] Page 4 of 7 AVM-273HP+ Wideband Monolithic Amplifier Characterization Test Circuit VCM-1+ Click Here1 Auto Voltage Sequencing Module Fig. 1 Schematic of Test Board TBD (Test & Application) TBD incorporates Current stabilization, automatic voltage sequencing, reverse voltage protection circuitry. Test board used for characterization. (DUT soldered on Mini-Circuits Characterization Test Board TBD) Gain, Output power at 1dB compression (P1dB), Noise Figure, Output IP3 (OIP3) are measured using Agilent’s N5242A PNA-X microwave network analyzer. Conditions: 1. Gain: Pin=-25 dBm 2. Output IP3 (OIP3): Two tones, spaced 1 MHz apart, 0 dBm/tone at output. 3. V+ set to +6.1V to account for 1.1V drop in bias circuit resulting in +5V at drain (VD1 to VD3 (A&B)) 4. V- is set to -5V to realize proper gate voltage (-0.8V typ.) NOTE 1: The voltage sequencing and DC control circuit is available as a self-contained, surface mount module, see page 7 Product Marking black body index over pin 1 MCL AVM27 model family designation Notes A. Performance and quality attributes and conditions not expressly stated in this specification document are intended to be excluded and do not form a part of this specification document. B. Electrical specifications and performance data contained in this specification document are based on Mini-Circuit’s applicable established test performance criteria and measurement instructions. C. The parts covered by this specification document are subject to Mini-Circuits standard limited warranty and terms and conditions (collectively, “Standard Terms”); Purchasers of this part are entitled to the rights and benefits contained therein. For a full statement of the Standard Terms and the exclusive rights and remedies thereunder, please visit Mini-Circuits’ website at www.minicircuits.com/MCLStore/terms.jsp Mini-Circuits ® www.minicircuits.com P.O. Box 350166, Brooklyn, NY 11235-0003 (718) 934-4500 [email protected] Page 5 of 7 AVM-273HP+ Wideband Monolithic Amplifier Additional Detailed Technical Information additional information is available on our dash board. To access this information click here Data Table Performance Data Swept Graphs S-Parameter (S2P Files) Data Set (.zip file) Case Style DG1677-1 (SOT 89) Plastic package, exposed paddle, lead finish: tin-silver over nickel Tape & Reel F68 Standard quantities available on reel 7” reels with 10, 20, 50, 100, 200, 500 or 1K devices Suggested Layout for PCB Design PL-401 Evaluation Board TB-715-5V ESD Rating Human Body Model (HBM): Class 1A in accordance with JESD22-A114F Machine Model (MM): Class A (pass 25V) in accordance JESD22-A115 MSL Rating Moisture Sensitivity: MSL1 in accordance with IPC/JEDEC J-STD-020D MSL Test Flow Chart Start Visual Inspection Electrical Test SAM Analysis Reflow 3 cycles, 260°C Soak 85°C/85RH 168 hours Bake at 125°C, 24 hours Visual Inspection Electrical Test SAM Analysis Finish Additional Notes A. Performance and quality attributes and conditions not expressly stated in this specification document are intended to be excluded and do not form a part of this specification document. B. Electrical specifications and performance data contained in this specification document are based on Mini-Circuit’s applicable established test performance criteria and measurement instructions. C. The parts covered by this specification document are subject to Mini-Circuits standard limited warranty and terms and conditions (collectively, “Standard Terms”); Purchasers of this part are entitled to the rights and benefits contained therein. For a full statement of the Standard Terms and the exclusive rights and remedies thereunder, please visit Mini-Circuits’ website at www.minicircuits.com/MCLStore/terms.jsp Notes A. Performance and quality attributes and conditions not expressly stated in this specification document are intended to be excluded and do not form a part of this specification document. B. Electrical specifications and performance data contained in this specification document are based on Mini-Circuit’s applicable established test performance criteria and measurement instructions. C. The parts covered by this specification document are subject to Mini-Circuits standard limited warranty and terms and conditions (collectively, “Standard Terms”); Purchasers of this part are entitled to the rights and benefits contained therein. For a full statement of the Standard Terms and the exclusive rights and remedies thereunder, please visit Mini-Circuits’ website at www.minicircuits.com/MCLStore/terms.jsp Mini-Circuits ® www.minicircuits.com P.O. Box 350166, Brooklyn, NY 11235-0003 (718) 934-4500 [email protected] Page 6 of 7 AVM-273HP+ Wideband Monolithic Amplifier Surface Mount Sequencing & DC Control Module Maximum Ratings VCM-1+ Features Operating Temperature -40°C to 85°C Operating Temperature -40°C to 85°C Positve Input Voltage +7.4V Negative Input Voltage -6.0V Total DC CASE STYLE: BG1482-1 PRICE: Contact Sales Dept. • Provides correct voltage sequence and DC control for the PHEMT amplifier AVM-273HP+ • Replaces over 20 discrete components • Protection from reverse polarity 620 mA +RoHS Compliant The +Suffix identifies RoHS Compliance. See our web site for RoHS Compliance methodologies and qualifications Applications Permanent damage may occur if any of these limits are exceeded. • AVM-273HP+ PHEMT Amplifier Pad Description NEGATIVE OUTPUT 2 POSITIVE OUTPUT 6 POSITIVE INPUT 9 NEGATIVE INPUT 13 GND 1,3,4,5,7,8,10,11,12,14 Electrical Specifications at 25°C Parameter Outline Drawing Min. Typ. Max. Units Positive Input Voltage +5.9 +6.1 +6.3 V Negative Input Voltage -5.5 -5.0 -4.5 V Positive Output Voltage — +5.0 — V Negative Output Voltage — -0.8 — V Controlled DC from positive line — 560 — mA Sinking DC to the negative line — -0.5 — mA PCB Land Pattern Schematic (Negative Output) 2 13 (Negative Input) Suggested Layout, Suggested Tolerance to beLayout, within ±.002 Tolerance to be within ±.002 9 (Positive Input) (Positive Output) 6 Outline Dimensions ( inch mm ) A .750 19.05 B .750 19.05 C .220 5.59 D .100 2.54 E .075 1.91 F --- G .060 1.52 H .040 1.02 J .070 1.78 K .791 20.09 L --- M .063 1.60 N .061 1.55 P --- Q wt .140 grams 3.56 2.05 BOM SEQ Manufacturer P/N Description Manufacturer Q1,Q2 MMBT3906 PNP Transistor Fairchild Semiconductor Q3 MMBT3904 NPN Transistor Fairchild Semiconductor Q4 NTS4101PT1G P-Channel MOSFET ON Semiconductor D1 MMSZ5228BT1G Zener Diode ON Semiconductor MBR0520LT1G Schottky Diode ON Semiconductor C26,C27 GRM1555C1H101GA01D 0402 Capacitor, 100 pF, 2% Murata Electronics C28,C29 GRM188R71C105KA12D 0603 Capacitor, 1µF Murata Electronics R1,R2,R9,R10 RK73H1JTTD1002F 0603 Resistor, 10kΩ KOA Speer R3-R5 RK73H2BTTD3R32F 1206 Resistor, 3.32 Ω KOA Speer R6 RK73H1JTTD1000F 0603 Resistor, 100 Ω KOA Speer R7 RK73H1JTTD1501F 0603 Resistor, 1.5 kΩ KOA Speer R8 RK73H1JTTD1001F 0603 Resistor, 1.0 kΩ KOA Speer R11 RK73Z2BTTD 1206 Resistor, 0 Ω KOA Speer D2-D4 Notes A. Performance and quality attributes and conditions not expressly stated in this specification document are intended to be excluded and do not form a part of this specification document. Notes B. Electrical specifications and performance data contained in this specification document are based on Mini-Circuit’s applicable established test performance criteria and measurement instructions. A. Performance quality attributes and conditions not to expressly stated in this specification documentand are intended to be excluded (collectively, and do not form a part of Terms”); this specification document. C. The parts covered by this and specification document are subject Mini-Circuits standard limited warranty terms and conditions “Standard Purchasers of this part are entitled Electrical and performance data contained in this specification are based applicable please established test performance criteria and measurement instructions. to the rights B. and benefitsspecifications contained therein. For a full statement of the Standard Terms anddocument the exclusive rights on andMini-Circuit’s remedies thereunder, visit Mini-Circuits’ website at www.minicircuits.com/MCLStore/terms.jsp C. The parts covered by this specification document are subject to Mini-Circuits standard limited warranty and terms and conditions (collectively, “Standard Terms”); Purchasers of this part are entitled to the rights and benefits contained therein. For a full statement of the Standard Terms and the exclusive rights and remedies thereunder, ®please visit Mini-Circuits’ website at www.minicircuits.com/MCLStore/terms.jsp Mini-Circuits Mini-Circuits ® www.minicircuits.com P.O. Box 350166, Brooklyn, NY 11235-0003 (718) 934-4500 [email protected] www.minicircuits.com P.O. Box 350166, Brooklyn, NY 11235-0003 (718) 934-4500 [email protected] REV. A M148291 VCM-1+ Page 7 of 7 MM/CP 150408