MAALSS0044 Low Noise Amplifier 1.5 - 1.6 GHz Rev. V1 Functional Block Diagram Features • • • • • • • • • • • Low Noise Figure: 1.55 dB High Gain: 21 dB Low Power Consumption: 3 to 5 V, 8 mA High Dynamic Range DC Decoupled RF Input and Output No External RF Tuning Elements Necessary Lead-Free SOIC-8 Package 100% Matte Tin Plating over Copper Halogen-Free “Green” Mold Compound 260°C Reflow Compatible RoHS* Compliant Version of MAAM12021 Description M/A-COM’s MAALSS0044 is a high performance GaAs MMIC low noise amplifier in a lead-free SOIC-8 surface mount package. The MAALSS0044 employs a fully monolithic design which eliminates the need for external tuning networks. It can be biased using 3- or 5-volt supplies and has an option for biasing at higher currents for increased dynamic range. The MAALSS0044 is ideally suited for use where low noise figure, high gain, high dynamic range and low power consumption are required. Typical applications include receiver front ends in the Global Positioning System (GPS) and Japanese Personal Digital Cellular (PDC-1500) markets, as well as standard gain blocks, buffer amps, driver amps and IF amps in both fixed and portable systems. Ordering Information VDD 8 7 6 5 1 2 3 4 GND R1 (optional) Package MAALSS0044 Bulk Packaging MAALSS0044TR-3000 3000 piece reel MAALSS0044SMB Sample Test Board 1. Reference Application Note M513 for reel size information. 2. All sample boards include 5 loose parts. GND RF IN Pin No. Function Pin No. Function 1 Ground 5 Ground 2 R1 (Optional) See Note 10 6 RF Output 3 RF Input 7 VDD 4 Ground 8 Ground Absolute Maximum Ratings 3,4 Parameter Absolute Maximum VDD +10 VDC Input Power Current +17 dBm 5 Channel Temperature Part Number GND Pin Configuration M/A-COM’s MAALSS0044 is fabricated using a mature 0.5-micron gate length GaAs process. The process features full passivation for increased performance reliability. 1,2 RF OUT GND 30 mA 6 +150°C 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 does not recommend sustained operation near these survivability limits. 5. Only if pin 2 is used to increase current (see note 10. 6. Typical thermal resistance (θjc) = +165°C/W. * 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 / Fax: 978.366.2266 is considering for development. Performance is based on target specifications, simulated results, • Europe Tel: 44.1908.574.200 / Fax: 44.1908.574.300 and/or prototype measurements. Commitment to develop is not guaranteed. • Asia/Pacific Tel: 81.44.844.8296 / Fax: 81.44.844.8298 PRELIMINARY: Data Sheets contain information regarding a product M/A-COM Technology Visit www.macomtech.com for additional data sheets and product information. 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. MAALSS0044 Low Noise Amplifier 1.5 - 1.6 GHz Rev. V1 Electrical Specifications 7: TA = 25°C, VDD = +5 V, Z0 = 50 Ω Parameter Test Conditions Units Min. Typ. Max. Gain 1.5 - 1.6 GHz, PIN = -30 dBm dB 19 21 23 Noise Figure 1.5 - 1.6 GHz dB — 1.55 1.9 Input VSWR 1.5 - 1.6 GHz, PIN = -30 dBm Ratio — 1.5:1 — Output VSWR 1.5 - 1.6 GHz, PIN = -30 dBm Ratio — 1.5:1 — Output 1 dB Compression 1.5 - 1.6 GHz dBm — 6 — Input IP3 1.5 - 1.6 GHz, PIN = -30 dBm dBm — -2 — Reverse Isolation 1.5 - 1.6 GHz, PIN = -30 dBm dB — 40 — Bias Current — mA 5 8 11 7. See plots for 3-volt performance. Recommended PCB Configuration Application Schematic 8,9,10 VDD L1 C1 RF IN RF OUT R1 (Optional) See Note 8 8. 9. Component List Part Value Case Size Manufacturer C1 500 pF 0603 Murata L1 15 nH 0805 Coilcraft 0603 Panasonic R1 (optional) 35 to 40 Ω Pins 1, 4, 5 and 8 must be RF and DC grounded as shown. Pin 3 is the RF input; pin 6 is the RF output. VDD is applied on pin 7. This pin must be bypassed with a 500 pF surface mount MLC capacitor, mounted as close as possible to pin 7, and RF decoupled with a chip inductor having a minimum value of 15 nH (as shown in the Recommended PCB Configuration). 10. Pin 2 allows use of an external resistor to ground for optional, higher current bias. For nominal current operation no resistor is used. For optional 20-mA current operation, connect a 35 to 40 Ω chip resistor (as shown in the Recommended PCB Configuration). 2 ADVANCED: Data Sheets contain information regarding a product M/A-COM Technology Solutions • North America Tel: 800.366.2266 / Fax: 978.366.2266 is considering for development. Performance is based on target specifications, simulated results, • Europe Tel: 44.1908.574.200 / Fax: 44.1908.574.300 and/or prototype measurements. Commitment to develop is not guaranteed. • Asia/Pacific Tel: 81.44.844.8296 / Fax: 81.44.844.8298 PRELIMINARY: Data Sheets contain information regarding a product M/A-COM Technology Visit www.macomtech.com for additional data sheets and product information. 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. MAALSS0044 Low Noise Amplifier 1.5 - 1.6 GHz Rev. V1 Typical Performance Curves Noise Figure @ +25°C Gain @ +25°C 24 1.7 22 1.6 20 1.5 18 16 1.3 1.4 3 V, 8 mA 5 V, 8 mA 5 V, 20 mA 1.4 3 V, 8 mA 5 V, 8 mA 5 V, 20 mA 1.5 1.6 1.7 1.8 1.3 1.50 1.52 1.56 1.58 1.60 Input IP3 @ +25°C VSWR @ 5 V, 8 mA, +25°C 3 3.0 INPUT OUTPUT 2.5 0 2.0 -3 1.5 -6 1.0 1.3 1.54 Frequency (GHz) Frequency (GHz) 1.4 1.5 1.6 1.7 1.8 -9 1.50 3 V, 8 mA 5 V, 8 mA 5 V, 20 mA 1.52 1.54 1.56 1.58 1.60 1.58 1.60 Frequency (GHz) Frequency (GHz) Gain @ 5 V, 8 mA Noise Figure @ 5 V, 8 mA 24 2.2 22 1.9 +25°C -40°C +85°C 1.6 20 +25°C -40°C +85°C 1.3 18 16 1.3 1.4 1.5 1.6 Frequency (GHz) 1.7 1.8 1.0 1.50 1.52 1.54 1.56 Frequency (GHz) 3 ADVANCED: Data Sheets contain information regarding a product M/A-COM Technology Solutions • North America Tel: 800.366.2266 / Fax: 978.366.2266 is considering for development. Performance is based on target specifications, simulated results, • Europe Tel: 44.1908.574.200 / Fax: 44.1908.574.300 and/or prototype measurements. Commitment to develop is not guaranteed. • Asia/Pacific Tel: 81.44.844.8296 / Fax: 81.44.844.8298 PRELIMINARY: Data Sheets contain information regarding a product M/A-COM Technology Visit www.macomtech.com for additional data sheets and product information. 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. MAALSS0044 Low Noise Amplifier 1.5 - 1.6 GHz Rev. V1 Lead-Free SOIC-8† † Reference Application Note M538 for lead-free solder reflow recommendations. Additional information is available in Application Note M540, “M/A-COM GaAs MMIC LNA SOIC-8 Platform”. Meets JEDEC moisture sensitivity level 1 requirements. 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. 4 ADVANCED: Data Sheets contain information regarding a product M/A-COM Technology Solutions • North America Tel: 800.366.2266 / Fax: 978.366.2266 is considering for development. Performance is based on target specifications, simulated results, • Europe Tel: 44.1908.574.200 / Fax: 44.1908.574.300 and/or prototype measurements. Commitment to develop is not guaranteed. • Asia/Pacific Tel: 81.44.844.8296 / Fax: 81.44.844.8298 PRELIMINARY: Data Sheets contain information regarding a product M/A-COM Technology Visit www.macomtech.com for additional data sheets and product information. 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.