RoHS Compliant GaAs SPDT Switch 0.05 - 3 GHz MASWSS0176 V1 Features • • • • • • • • Functional Schematic Low Insertion Loss: 0.35 dB @ 2.4 GHz Moderate Isolation: 21 dB @ 2.4 GHz Low Current Consumption: 5 µA @ 2.5 V Lead-Free SOT-26 Package 100% Matte Tin Plating over Copper Halogen-Free “Green” Mold Compound 260°C Reflow Compatible RoHS* Compliant Version of MASWSS0005 C=39pF V1 RFC V2 RF1 GND RF2 Description M/A-COM’s MASWSS0176 is a GaAs PHEMT MMIC single pole, double throw (SPDT) switch in a low cost, lead-free SOT-26 surface mount plastic package. The MASWSS0176 is ideally suited for applications where small size and low cost are required. Typical applications are dual band systems which require switching between small signal components such as filter banks, single-band LNAs, converters, etc. This part can be used for low power, low loss requirements in all systems operating up to 3 GHz, including PCS, GSM, DCS, Satellite Radio, Blue Tooth, and other receive chain applications. PIN 1 C=39pF C=39pF Pin Configuration Pin No. Function Description 1 RF1 RF Port 1 2 GND Ground 3 RF2 RF Port 2 4 V2 Control 2 5 RFC RF Input 6 V1 Control 1 The MASWSS0176 is fabricated using a 0.5 micron gate length GaAs PHEMT process. The process features full passivation for performance and reliability. Absolute Maximum Ratings1,2 Ordering Information Part Number Package Parameter Absolute Maximum MASWSS0176 Bulk Packaging Input Power @ 2.5 V Control +26 dBm MASWSS0176TR-3000 3000 piece reel Operating Voltage +8.5 V MASWSS0176SMB Sample Board Operating Temperature -40°C to +85°C Storage Temperature -65°C to +150°C Note: Reference Application Note M513 for reel size information. 1. Exceeding any one or combination of these limits may cause permanent damage to this device. 2. 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 GaAs SPDT Switch 0.05 - 3 GHz MASWSS0176 V1 Electrical Specifications: TA = 25°C, Vc = 0 V / +2.5 V, Z0 = 50 Ohms3,4 Parameter Test Conditions Units Min Typ Max Insertion Loss 0.05 - 1.0 GHz 1.0 - 3.0 GHz dB dB — — 0.3 0.35 0.4 0.55 Isolation 0.05 - 1.0 GHz 1.0 - 3.0 GHz dB dB 20 — 24 21 — — Return Loss 0.05 - 3.0 GHz dB — 20 — IP2 Two Tone +5 dBm, 5 MHz Spacing dBm — 62 — IP3 Two Tone +5 dBm, 5 MHz Spacing dBm — 45 — P1dB — dBm — 21 — Trise, Tfall 10% to 90% RF and 90% to 10% RF nS — 35 — Ton, Toff 50% Vc to 10% RF, 50% Vc to 90% RF nS — 40 — Transients In-Band mV — 10 — Control Current Vc = 2.5 V µA — 5 20 3. For positive voltage control, external DC blocking capacitors are required on all RF ports. 4. Insertion loss can be optimized by varying the DC blocking capacitor value, e.g. 1000 pF for 100 MHz - 1 GHz, 39 pF for 0.5 GHz - 3 GHz. Lead-Free SOT-26† Truth Table5 Control V1 Control V2 RFC-RF1 RFC-RF2 0 1 On Off 1 0 Off On 5. 0 = 0 V to 0.2 V, 1 = +2.5 V to 5 V 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. 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. † Reference Application Note M538 for lead-free solder reflow recommendations. • 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 GaAs SPDT Switch 0.05 - 3 GHz MASWSS0176 V1 Typical Performance Curves Insertion Loss Isolation 0.5 30 0.4 28 0.3 26 0.2 24 0.1 22 0.0 0.5 1.0 1.5 2.0 2.5 3.0 20 0.5 1.0 1.5 2.0 2.5 3.0 Frequency (GHz) Frequency (GHz) Return Loss 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 0.5 1.0 1.5 2.0 2.5 3.0 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. • 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.