Amplifier, Power, 20W 7.5-10.5 GHz MAAPGM0079-DIE Rev A Preliminary Datasheet Features ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ 17 Watt Saturated Output Power Level 20 Watt Saturated Output Power Level over 8-10 GHz Band Variable Drain Voltage (8-10V) Operation MSAG™ Process Robust Stability Description The MAAPGM0079-DIE is a 3 stage 20W power amplifier with on-chip bias networks. This product is fully matched to 50 ohms on both the input and output. It can be used as a power amplifier stage or as a driver stage in high power applications. Fabricated using M/A-COM’s repeatable, high performance and highly reliable GaAs Multifunction Self-Aligned Gate (MSAG)Process, each device is 100% RF tested on wafer to ensure performance compliance. M/A-COM’s MSAG process features robust silicon-like manufacturing processes, planar processing of ion implanted transistors, multiple implant capability enabling power, low-noise, switch and digital FETs on a single chip, and polyimide scratch protection for ease of use with automated manufacturing processes. The use of refractory metals and the absence of platinum in the gate metal formulation prevents hydrogen poisoning when employed in hermetic packaging. Primary Applications ♦ SatCom ♦ Commercial Avionics ♦ Radar Also Available in: Description Ceramic Package Sample Board (Die) Sample Board (Pkg) Mechanical Sample (Die) Part Number MAAP-000079-PKG001 MAAP-000079-SMB004 MAAP-000079-SMB001 MAAP-000079-MCH000 Electrical Characteristics: T B = 40°C1, Z0 = 50 Ω, VDD = 10V, IDQ = 4A2, Pin = 18 dBm, Rg = 20 Ω Parameter 1 1. 2. Symbol Typical Units Bandwidth f 7.5-10.5 GHz Output Power POUT 42 dBm Output Power, 8-10 GHz POUT 43 dBm 1-dB Compression Point P1dB 42 dBm Small Signal Gain G 29 dB Power Added Efficiency PAE 30 % Input VSWR VSWR 2.5:1 Output VSWR VSWR 2.5:1 Gate Current IGG 50 mA Drain Current, under RF Drive IDD 6 A Output Third Order Intercept TOI 48 dBm Output Third Order Intermod, Pout = 39 dBm (DCL) IM3 18.5 dBc TB = MMIC Base Temperature Adjust VGG between –2.6 and –1.5V to achieve specified Idq. 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. Amplifier, Power, 20W 7.5-10.5 GHz MAAPGM0079-DIE Rev A Preliminary Datasheet Maximum Ratings3 Parameter Symbol Absolute Maximum Units Input Power PIN 23 dBm Drain Supply Voltage VDD +12.0 V Gate Supply Voltage VGG -3.0 V Quiescent Drain Current (No RF) IDQ 6.6 A Quiescent DC Power Dissipated (No RF) PDISS 65.8 W Junction Temperature TJ 170 °C Storage Temperature TSTG -55 to +150 °C 3. Operation beyond these limits may result in permanent damage to the part. Recommended Operating Conditions4 Characteristic Symbol Min Typ Max Unit Drain Voltage VDD 4.0 10.0 10.0 V Gate Voltage VGG -2.6 -2.2 -1.5 V Input Power PIN 18.0 21.0 dBm Thermal Resistance ΘJC 2.2 MMIC Base Temperature TB °C/W Note 5 °C 4. Operation outside of these ranges may reduce product reliability. 5. MMIC Base Temperature = 170°C — ΘJC* VDD * I DQ Power Derating Curve, Quiescent (No RF) 70 Operating Instructions This device is static sensitive. Please handle with care. To operate the device, follow these steps. 1. Apply VGG = -2.7 V, VDD= 0 V. 2. Ramp VDD to desired voltage, typically 10.0 V. Peak Power Dissipation (W) 60 50 40 30 20 10 3. Adjust VGG to set IDQ, (approximately @ –2.2 V). 4. Set RF input. 5. Power down sequence in reverse. Turn VGG off last. 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. 0 0 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 180 MMIC Base Temperature (ºC) • 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. Amplifier, Power, 20W 7.5-10.5 GHz MAAPGM0079-DIE Rev A Preliminary Datasheet 50 50 48 46 48 46 42 46 44 38 42 34 40 30 38 26 POUT PAE Output Power (dBm) 50 PAE (%) POUT (dBm) All Data is at 40ºC MMIC base temperature, CW stimulus, unless otherwise noted. 44 42 40 22 34 18 34 32 14 32 10 11.0 30 30 7.0 7.5 8.0 8.5 9.0 9.5 10.0 10.5 VDS=10V 38 36 VDS=8V 36 7.0 7.5 8.0 8.5 9.0 9.5 10.0 10.5 11.0 Frequency (GHz) Frequency (GHz) Figure 2. 1dB Compression Point vs. Drain Voltage Figure 1. Output Power and Power Added Efficiency vs. Frequency at V DD = 10V and P in = 18 dBm 50 45 40 48 42 37 46 39 34 44 36 31 4.5 42 33 28 4.0 40 30 25 3.5 38 27 22 3.0 36 24 19 2.5 21 16 2.0 32 18 13 1.5 30 15 11.0 10 6.0 5.5 Gain @ 10V PO UT : VDS=10V 34 7.5 8.0 8.5 PAE : VDS=8V 9.0 9.5 10.0 10.5 5.0 Output VSWR 1.0 7 7.5 8 8.5 6.8 41 6.6 39 6.4 37 6.2 35 6.0 33 5.8 31 5.6 Pout SSG PAE IDS 10.5 11 45 40 35 30 7.5 GHz 8.5 GHz 9.5 GHz 10.5 GHz 5.4 25 5.2 25 40 10 50 Output Power (dBm) 7.0 43 Current (A) Pout (dBm), Gain (dB), PAE (%) 45 30 9.5 Figure 4. Small Signal Gain and Input and Output VSWR vs. Frequency. Figure 3. Saturated Output Power and Power Added Efficiency vs. Frequency and Drain Voltage 27 9 Frequency (GHz) Frequency (GHz) 29 VSWR Relative Gain (dB) POUT : VDS=8V PAE : VDS=10V 7.0 PAE (%) POUT (dBm) Input VSWR 50 60 70 80 90 100 110 120 130 140 5.0 150 Junction Temperature (ºC) Fig 5. Output Power, Power Added Efficiency, and Drain Current vs. Junction Temperature at VD=10V, f=9GHz, and Pin =18dBm. 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 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 22 Input Power (dBm) Figure 6. Output Power vs. Input Power at VDD = 10V • 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. Amplifier, Power, 20W 7.5-10.5 GHz MAAPGM0079-DIE Rev A Preliminary Datasheet All Data is at 40ºC MMIC base temperature, CW stimulus, unless otherwise noted. 40 8 7.5 GHz 8.5 GHz 9.5 GHz 10.5 GHz 35 30 7 6 5 IDS (A) PAE (%) 25 20 15 4 3 10 10.5 GHz 1 0 -2 0 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 22 0 24 2 Input Power (dBm) 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 41 43 22 Input Power (dBm) Figure 8. Drain Current vs. Input Power at V DD = 10V Fig 7. Power Added Efficiency vs. Input Power at VD =10V. 35 35 33 33 31 31 29 29 Relative Gain (dB) Relative Gain (dB) 8.5 GHz 9.5 GHz 2 5 27 25 23 21 27 25 23 21 19 7.5 GHz 19 7.5 GHz 17 9.0 GHz 10.5 GHz 17 9.0 GHz 10.5 GHz 15 15 25 27 29 31 33 35 37 39 41 43 45 25 27 29 31 Output Power (dBm) 33 35 37 39 45 Output Power (dBm) Figure 9. Relative Gain vs. Output Pow er by Frequency at VD =8V and 25% IDSS Figure 10. Relative Gain vs. Output Power by Frequency at VD=10V and 25% IDSS 60 100 58 8 GHz 90 8 GHz 56 9 GHz 10 GHz 80 9 GHz 10 GHz 54 70 52 60 IMD3 (dBc) TOI (dBm) 7.5 GHz 50 48 50 40 46 30 44 20 42 10 40 0 12 14 16 18 20 22 24 26 28 30 32 34 36 38 12 14 16 18 20 22 24 26 28 30 32 34 36 Fundamental Output Power, Single Tone (dBm) Fundamental Output Power per Tone (dBm) Figure 11. Third Order Intercept vs. Output Power and Frequency at 8V. Figure 12. Third Order Intermod vs. Output Power and Frequency at 8V. 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. 38 • 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. Amplifier, Power, 20W 7.5-10.5 GHz MAAPGM0079-DIE Rev A Preliminary Datasheet All Data is at 40ºC MMIC base temperature, CW stimulus, unless otherwise noted. 100 60 56 8 GHz 9 GHz 10 GHz 80 54 70 52 60 IMD3 (dBc) TOI (dBm) 90 8 GHz 9 GHz 10 GHz 58 50 48 50 40 46 30 44 20 42 10 40 0 12 14 16 18 20 22 24 26 28 30 32 34 36 38 12 14 16 Fundamental Output Power, Single Tone (dBm) 22 24 26 28 30 32 34 36 38 Figure 14. Third Order Intermod vs. Output Power and Frequency at 10V. 60 60 55 58 8 GHz 9 GHz 10 GHz 56 8 GHz 9 GHz 10 GHz 50 54 45 52 40 IMD3 (dBc) TOI (dBm) 20 Fundamental Output Power per Tone (dBm) Figure 13. Third Order Intercept vs. Output Power and Frequency at 10V. 50 48 35 30 46 25 44 20 42 15 10 40 -30 -25 -20 -15 -10 -5 0 5 -30 -25 -20 -15 -10 -5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60 65 70 75 80 85 0 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60 65 70 75 80 85 MMIC Base Temperature (ºC) MMIC Base Temperature (ºC) Figure 15. Third Order Intercept vs. Temperature and Frequency at 10V and Pout = 39 dBm DCL. Figure 16. Third Order Intermod vs. Temperature and Frequency at 10V and Pout = 39 dBm DCL. 60 100 58 90 10% IDSS 25% IDSS 56 10% IDSS 25% IDSS 80 54 70 52 60 IMD3 (dBc) TOI (dBm) 18 50 48 50 40 46 30 44 20 42 10 40 0 12 14 16 18 20 22 24 26 28 30 32 34 36 38 12 14 16 18 20 22 24 26 28 30 32 34 36 38 Fundamental Output Power, Single Tone (dBm) Fundamental Output Power per Tone (dBm) Figure 17. Third Order Intercept vs. Output Power and %IDSS at 10V and 9GHz. Figure 18. Third Order Intermod vs. Output Power and %IDSS at 10V and 9GHz. 5 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. Amplifier, Power, 20W 7.5-10.5 GHz MAAPGM0079-DIE Rev A Preliminary Datasheet Figure 11. Fixture used to characterize MAAPGM0079-DIE under CW stimulus. 6 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. Amplifier, Power, 20W 7.5-10.5 GHz MAAPGM0079-DIE Rev A Preliminary Datasheet Mechanical Information Chip Size: 5.000 x 8.150 x 0.075 mm (197 x 321 x 3 mils) Chip edge to bond pad dimensions are shown to the center of the bond pad. Figure 12. Die Layout Bond Pad Dimensions Pad Size (μm) Size (mils) RF In and Out 100 x 200 4x8 DC Drain Supply Voltage VD1,2 200 x 150 8x6 DC Drain Supply Voltage VD3 500 x 200 20 x 8 DC Gate Supply Voltage VG1,2 150 x 150 6x6 DC Gate Supply Voltage VG3 150 x 125 6x5 7 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. Amplifier, Power, 20W 7.5-10.5 GHz MAAPGM0079-DIE Rev A Preliminary Datasheet VD D Assembly and Bonding Diagram Thermal Management is critical on this part. Refer to Application Note AN3019 for applicable guidelines. 0.010.1 F VDD VGG Gnd RF 1 00 200 pF 1 00 2 00 pF 1 00 200 pF 1 00 2 00 pF NOTE 1: All Application Notes may be accessed by going to http://www.macom.com/ Application%20Notes/index.htm. Gate Crossover NOTE 2: In implementing the DC/ RF crossover shown, the following rules must applied. the DC crossovers should approach and cross the RF trace at a 90 degree angle; 2. the printed DC traces that approach the RF line should be stopped 2 substrate heights from the RF line edge; 3. the rated current capability of the DC crossovers should be greater than the maximum current of the device; and 4. the wires or ribbons used to make the DC crossovers should clear the RF trace by ~ 1 substrate height. Drain Crossover RFOUT RFIN 1. 1 0 0200 pF 1 0 0200 pF 1 0 020 0 pF 1 00 2 00 pF 20 V GG 0.010.1 F GN D Figure 13. Recommended operational configuration. Wire bond as shown. Die Handling: Refer to Application Note AN3016. Assembly Instructions: Die Attach: Use AuSn (80/20) 1 mil. preform solder. Limit time @ 310 °C to less than 7 minutes. Refer to Application Note AN3017 for more detailed information. Wirebonding: Bond @ 160 °C using standard ball or thermal compression wedge bond techniques. For DC pad connections, use either ball or wedge bonds. For best RF performance, use wedge bonds of shortest length, although ball bonds are also acceptable. 8 Biasing Note: Must apply negative bias to VGG before applying positive bias to VDD to prevent damage to amplifier. 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.