MAAL-009120 Miniature Broadband Gain Stage 70 - 3000 MHz Features • • • • Rev. V1 Functional Block Diagram Low Noise Figure High IP3 Single Supply +3 V, +5 V 6 RoHS* Compliant SC70- 6LD Package Description M/A-COM Technology’s MAAL-009120 broadband gain stage is a GaAs MMIC amplifier in a lead-free SC70-6LD (SOT-363) surface mount plastic package. The MAAL-009120 employs a monolithic 1-stage self-biased design featuring a convenient 50 Ω input/output impedance that minimizes the number of external components required. Its broadband design provides usable performance from 500 to 3000 MHz. For operation below 500 MHz contact M/A-COM Tech’s application group for support. Pin Configuration PIN Function Description 1 GND Ground 2 GND Ground 3 RF In RF input Ordering Information 1,2 Part Number Package 4 GND Ground MAAL-009120 -TR1000 1000 piece reel 5 GND Ground MAAL-009120 -TR3000 3000 piece reel 6 MAAL-009120 -001SMB Sample Test Board 1. Reference Application Note M513 for reel size information. 2. All sample boards include 5 loose parts. RF Out/VDD RF output & drain voltage input Absolute Maximum Ratings 3,4,5 Parameter Absolute Maximum RF Output Power 22 dBm Voltage 5.5 volts Operating Temperature -40 °C to +85 °C Storage Temperature -65 °C to +150 °C 3. Exceeding any one or combination of these limits may cause permanent damage to this device. 4. M/A-COM Technology does not recommend sustained operation near these survivability limits. 5. Operating at 5 volts with no drain resistor will require the RF output power to be no greater than 10 dBm. * Restrictions on Hazardous Substances, European Union Directive 2002/95/EC. 1 ADVANCED: Data Sheets contain information regarding a product M/A-COM Technology Solutions • North America Tel: 800.366.2266 • Europe Tel: +353.21.244.6400 is considering for development. 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V1 Electrical Specifications: Freq. = 500 - 3000 MHz, TA = 25°C, Z0 = 50 Ω Parameter Gain Noise Figure Input Return Loss Test Conditions F = 0.9 GHz F = 1.9 GHz F = 3.0 GHz F = 0.9 GHz F = 1.9 GHz F = 3.0 GHz F = 0.9 GHz F = 1.9 GHz F = 3.0 GHz Bias Voltage 3 Volts Units dB dB dB 5 Volts6 Min. — 10.4 — — — — Typ. 14 11 8 1.4 1.4 1.5 Max. — 13.0 — — 1.8 — Typ. 14.5 11.2 8.5 1.5 1.5 1.6 — — — 7 11 11 — — — 7 11.0 10.5 22 20 15.5 18.5 — — — — 26 18.5 17 — Output P1dB F = 0.9 GHz F = 1.9 GHz F = 3.0 GHz 500 – 3000 MHz dBm — — — — Output IP3 500 – 3000 MHz dBm — 35 — 35 Current — mA 60 80 100 95 Output Return Loss Baseline Application Schematic @ 3V, 5V dB Component List @ 3V, 5V Part Value Case Style Purpose C1 39 pF 0402 Input DC Block C2 39 pF 0402 Output DC Block C3 470 pF 0402 RF Bypass L1 12 nH 0805 RF Choke/Tuning Recommended PCB Configuration @ 3V, 5V Handling Procedures The following precautions should be observed 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 ADVANCED: Data Sheets contain information regarding a product M/A-COM Technology Solutions • North America Tel: 800.366.2266 • Europe Tel: +353.21.244.6400 is considering for development. Performance is based on target specifications, simulated results, • India Tel: +91.80.43537383 • China Tel: +86.21.2407.1588 and/or prototype measurements. Commitment to develop is not guaranteed. Visit www.macomtech.com for additional data sheets and product information. PRELIMINARY: Data Sheets contain information regarding a product M/A-COM Technology Solutions has under development. Performance is based on engineering tests. Specifications are typical. Mechanical outline has been fixed. Engineering samples and/or test data may be available. M/A-COM Technology Solutions Inc. and its affiliates reserve the right to make Commitment to produce in volume is not guaranteed. changes to the product(s) or information contained herein without notice. MAAL-009120 Miniature Broadband Gain Stage 70 - 3000 MHz Rev. V1 Typical Performance Curves: VDD = 3 V Gain Input Return Loss 20 0 +25 C -40 C +85 C 15 10 -10 5 -15 0 0.5 1.0 1.5 2.0 2.5 +25 C -40 C +85 C -5 3.0 -20 0.5 1.0 Frequency (GHz) 2.0 2.5 3.0 Noise Figure Output Return Loss 0 2.5 +25 C -40 C +85 C +25 C -40 C +85 C -5 2.0 -10 1.5 -15 1.0 -20 1.5 Frequency (GHz) 0.5 1.0 1.5 2.0 Frequency (GHz) 2.5 3.0 0.5 0.5 1.0 1.5 2.0 2.5 3.0 Frequency (GHz) 3 ADVANCED: Data Sheets contain information regarding a product M/A-COM Technology Solutions • North America Tel: 800.366.2266 • Europe Tel: +353.21.244.6400 is considering for development. 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V1 Typical Performance Curves: VDD = 3 V Output IP3, Input Power @ -12 dBm P1dB 22 50 21 +25 C -40 C +85 C 45 20 19 40 18 17 35 16 30 15 +25 C -40 C +85 C 14 25 13 20 0.5 1.0 1.5 2.0 2.5 3.0 12 0.5 1.0 1.5 2.0 2.5 3.0 Frequency (GHz) Frequency (GHz) Current 95 +25 C -40 C +85 C 90 85 80 75 70 0 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 Output Power (dBm) 4 ADVANCED: Data Sheets contain information regarding a product M/A-COM Technology Solutions • North America Tel: 800.366.2266 • Europe Tel: +353.21.244.6400 is considering for development. Performance is based on target specifications, simulated results, • India Tel: +91.80.43537383 • China Tel: +86.21.2407.1588 and/or prototype measurements. Commitment to develop is not guaranteed. Visit www.macomtech.com for additional data sheets and product information. PRELIMINARY: Data Sheets contain information regarding a product M/A-COM Technology Solutions has under development. Performance is based on engineering tests. Specifications are typical. Mechanical outline has been fixed. Engineering samples and/or test data may be available. M/A-COM Technology Solutions Inc. and its affiliates reserve the right to make Commitment to produce in volume is not guaranteed. changes to the product(s) or information contained herein without notice. MAAL-009120 Miniature Broadband Gain Stage 70 - 3000 MHz Rev. V1 6 Typical Performance Curves: VDD = 5 V Gain Input Return Loss 0 20 +25 C -40 C +85 C +25 C -40 C +85 C 15 -5 10 -10 5 -15 0 0.5 1.0 1.5 2.0 2.5 3.0 -20 0.5 1.0 1.5 Frequency (GHz) 2.5 3.0 2.5 3.0 Noise Figure Output Return Loss 2.5 0 +25 C -40 C +85 C -5 2.0 -10 1.5 -15 1.0 -20 2.0 Frequency (GHz) 0.5 1.0 1.5 2.0 2.5 3.0 0.5 +25 C -40 C +85 C 0.5 1.0 1.5 2.0 Frequency (GHz) Frequency (GHz) Current Output IP3, Input Power = -12 dBm 50 130 125 +25 C -40 C +85 C 45 +25 C -40 C +85 C 120 40 115 110 35 105 30 100 95 25 90 20 0.5 1.0 1.5 2.0 Frequency (GHz) 5 2.5 3.0 85 0 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 Output Power (dBm) 6. This device can run from a single 5 volt supply, but for 1M hour MTTF the output power must be no greater than 10 dBm unless using a series resistor on the drain. See Application note 7 on page 7. ADVANCED: Data Sheets contain information regarding a product M/A-COM Technology Solutions • North America Tel: 800.366.2266 • Europe Tel: +353.21.244.6400 is considering for development. Performance is based on target specifications, simulated results, • India Tel: +91.80.43537383 • China Tel: +86.21.2407.1588 and/or prototype measurements. Commitment to develop is not guaranteed. Visit www.macomtech.com for additional data sheets and product information. PRELIMINARY: Data Sheets contain information regarding a product M/A-COM Technology Solutions has under development. Performance is based on engineering tests. Specifications are typical. Mechanical outline has been fixed. Engineering samples and/or test data may be available. M/A-COM Technology Solutions Inc. and its affiliates reserve the right to make Commitment to produce in volume is not guaranteed. changes to the product(s) or information contained herein without notice. MAAL-009120 Miniature Broadband Gain Stage 70 - 3000 MHz Rev. V1 Lead-Free SC70-6LD (SOT-363)† † Reference Application Note M538 for lead-free solder reflow recommendations. Meets JEDEC moisture sensitivity level 1 requirements. Plating is 100% matte tin over copper. 6 ADVANCED: Data Sheets contain information regarding a product M/A-COM Technology Solutions • North America Tel: 800.366.2266 • Europe Tel: +353.21.244.6400 is considering for development. Performance is based on target specifications, simulated results, • India Tel: +91.80.43537383 • China Tel: +86.21.2407.1588 and/or prototype measurements. Commitment to develop is not guaranteed. Visit www.macomtech.com for additional data sheets and product information. PRELIMINARY: Data Sheets contain information regarding a product M/A-COM Technology Solutions has under development. Performance is based on engineering tests. Specifications are typical. Mechanical outline has been fixed. Engineering samples and/or test data may be available. M/A-COM Technology Solutions Inc. and its affiliates reserve the right to make Commitment to produce in volume is not guaranteed. changes to the product(s) or information contained herein without notice. MAAL-009120 Miniature Broadband Gain Stage 70 - 3000 MHz Rev. V1 5 Volt Application Section for operation above 10 dBm output power Application Layout Schematic @ 5V 7 Component List @ 5V Part Value Case Style Purpose C1 39 pF 0402 Input DC Block C2 39 pF 0402 Output DC Block C3 470 pF 0402 RF Bypass L1 12 nH 0805 RF Choke/Tuning R1 24.9 Ω 0402 Voltage Drop Application Schematic @ 5V 7. The addition of a 24.9 Ω series resistor on the drain line allows for 5 volt operation above 10 dBm output power, but no greater than 22 dBm of output power. 7 ADVANCED: Data Sheets contain information regarding a product M/A-COM Technology Solutions • North America Tel: 800.366.2266 • Europe Tel: +353.21.244.6400 is considering for development. Performance is based on target specifications, simulated results, • India Tel: +91.80.43537383 • China Tel: +86.21.2407.1588 and/or prototype measurements. Commitment to develop is not guaranteed. Visit www.macomtech.com for additional data sheets and product information. PRELIMINARY: Data Sheets contain information regarding a product M/A-COM Technology Solutions has under development. Performance is based on engineering tests. Specifications are typical. Mechanical outline has been fixed. Engineering samples and/or test data may be available. M/A-COM Technology Solutions Inc. and its affiliates reserve the right to make Commitment to produce in volume is not guaranteed. changes to the product(s) or information contained herein without notice. MAAL-009120 Miniature Broadband Gain Stage 70 - 3000 MHz Rev. V1 5 Volt Application Section for operation above 10 dBm output power Typical Performance Curves: VDD = 5 V Gain Input Return Loss 20 0 +25 C -40 C +85 C 15 10 -10 5 -15 0 0.5 1.0 1.5 2.0 2.5 +25 C -40 C +85 C -5 3.0 -20 0.5 1.0 Frequency (GHz) 2.0 2.5 3.0 2.5 3.0 Noise Figure Output Return Loss 2.5 0 +25 C -40 C +85 C +25 C -40 C +85 C -5 2.0 -10 1.5 -15 1.0 -20 1.5 Frequency (GHz) 0.5 1.0 1.5 2.0 Frequency (GHz) 2.5 3.0 0.5 0.5 1.0 1.5 2.0 Frequency (GHz) 8 ADVANCED: Data Sheets contain information regarding a product M/A-COM Technology Solutions • North America Tel: 800.366.2266 • Europe Tel: +353.21.244.6400 is considering for development. Performance is based on target specifications, simulated results, • India Tel: +91.80.43537383 • China Tel: +86.21.2407.1588 and/or prototype measurements. Commitment to develop is not guaranteed. Visit www.macomtech.com for additional data sheets and product information. PRELIMINARY: Data Sheets contain information regarding a product M/A-COM Technology Solutions has under development. Performance is based on engineering tests. Specifications are typical. Mechanical outline has been fixed. Engineering samples and/or test data may be available. M/A-COM Technology Solutions Inc. and its affiliates reserve the right to make Commitment to produce in volume is not guaranteed. changes to the product(s) or information contained herein without notice. MAAL-009120 Miniature Broadband Gain Stage 70 - 3000 MHz Rev. V1 5 Volt Application Section for operation above 10 dBm output power Typical Performance Curves: VDD = 5 V Output IP3, Input Power @ -12 dBm P1dB 50 21 45 +25 C -40 C +85 C +25 C -40 C +85 C 20 40 19 35 18 30 17 25 20 0.5 1.0 1.5 2.0 2.5 3.0 Frequency (GHz) 16 0.5 1.0 1.5 2.0 2.5 3.0 Frequency (GHz) Current 95 +25 C -40 C +85 C 90 85 80 75 70 0 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 Output Power (dBm) 9 ADVANCED: Data Sheets contain information regarding a product M/A-COM Technology Solutions • North America Tel: 800.366.2266 • Europe Tel: +353.21.244.6400 is considering for development. Performance is based on target specifications, simulated results, • India Tel: +91.80.43537383 • China Tel: +86.21.2407.1588 and/or prototype measurements. Commitment to develop is not guaranteed. Visit www.macomtech.com for additional data sheets and product information. PRELIMINARY: Data Sheets contain information regarding a product M/A-COM Technology Solutions has under development. Performance is based on engineering tests. Specifications are typical. Mechanical outline has been fixed. Engineering samples and/or test data may be available. M/A-COM Technology Solutions Inc. and its affiliates reserve the right to make Commitment to produce in volume is not guaranteed. changes to the product(s) or information contained herein without notice. MAAL-009120 Miniature Broadband Gain Stage 70 - 3000 MHz Rev. V1 3 Volt Application Section @ 70 MHz Typical Performance Curves: VDD = 3 V Application Layout Schematic @ 3V S-Parameter Response @ 3 Volts 25 20 15 10 5 0 -5 -10 -15 -20 S11 S21 S22 -25 -30 -35 0.04 0.05 0.06 0.07 0.08 0.09 0.1 0.11 0.12 Frequency (GHz) Noise Figure 5.0 4.5 4.0 3.5 3.0 Component List @ 3V 2.5 Part Value Case Style C1 - C3 0.1 µF 0402 L1 80 nH 0805 L2 220 nH 0603 R1 3Ω 0402 2.0 1.5 1.0 0.5 0.0 0.05 0.06 0.07 0.08 0.09 0.10 Frequency (GHz) P1dB 22 21 20 19 18 17 16 15 14 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 Output Power (dBm) 10 ADVANCED: Data Sheets contain information regarding a product M/A-COM Technology Solutions • North America Tel: 800.366.2266 • Europe Tel: +353.21.244.6400 is considering for development. Performance is based on target specifications, simulated results, • India Tel: +91.80.43537383 • China Tel: +86.21.2407.1588 and/or prototype measurements. Commitment to develop is not guaranteed. Visit www.macomtech.com for additional data sheets and product information. PRELIMINARY: Data Sheets contain information regarding a product M/A-COM Technology Solutions has under development. Performance is based on engineering tests. Specifications are typical. Mechanical outline has been fixed. Engineering samples and/or test data may be available. M/A-COM Technology Solutions Inc. and its affiliates reserve the right to make Commitment to produce in volume is not guaranteed. changes to the product(s) or information contained herein without notice.