Broadband Low Noise Amplifier 1.7 - 2.1 GHz Features • • • • • MAALSS0024 V2 Application Schematic High Gain: 20 dB Low Noise Figure: 1.0 dB High IP3: 26 dBm Single +3 V or +5 V Bias Small Package: SOT-26 VDD1 VDD2 C3 L2 Description GND VDD C4 RFOUT RFOUT M/A-COM’s MAALSS0024 is a broadband GaAs MMIC low noise amplifier in a low-cost SOT-26 surface mount plastic package. It employs a monolithic two-stage self-biased design that provides excellent performance from 1.7 to 2.1 GHz. The MAALSS0024 is ideal for both wireless handset and wireless infrastructure applications including PHS, GSM, PCS, UMTS and EDGE applications. It can also be used as a gain stage, buffer, or driver amplifier in fixed and portable systems. M/A-COM fabricates the MAALSS0024 using an E/D MESFET process to realize low noise and high dynamic range. The process features full passivation for performance and reliability. RFIN L1 RFIN GND C2 C1 PIN Configuration PIN Pin Name Description 1 VDD1 Stage 1 Voltage 2 GND Ground 3 RF IN RF input 4 GND Ground 5 RF OUT RF output 6 VDD2 Stage 2 Voltage Absolute Maximum Ratings1 Ordering Information Parameter Absolute Maximum RF Input Power 8 dBm Voltage 6.0 volts Part Number Package MAALSS0024 Bulk Packaging MAALSS0024SMB-01 1.7-1.9 GHz Sample Kit Operating Temperature -40 °C to +85 °C MAALSS0024SMB-02 1.85-2.1 GHz Sample Kit Storage Temperature -65 °C to +150 °C MAALSS0024TR 1000 Piece Tape and Reel MAALSS0024TR-3000 3000 Piece Tape and Reel 1. Exceeding any one or combination of these limits may cause permanent damage to this device. Note: Reference Application Note M513 for reel size information. 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. Broadband Low Noise Amplifier 1.7 - 2.1 GHz MAALSS0024 V2 Electrical Specifications: TA = 25°C, Z0 = 50 Ohms, VDD = +5 V Parameter Test Conditions Units Min. Typ. Max. Gain 1.9 GHz dB 18 20 22 Noise Figure 1.9 GHz dB — 1.0 1.4 Input Return Loss 1.9 GHz dB — 12 — Output Return Loss 1.9 GHz dB — 12 — 1dB Compression 1.9 GHz dBm — 11 — Output IP3 Two tone, -20 dBm/tone, 1 MHz spacing, 1.9 GHz dBm — 26 — Current — mA — 30 45 Recommended Tuning for 1.7-1.9 GHz Recommended Tuning for 1.85-2.1 GHz Component Description Component Description L1 Inductor, 10 nH, 0402 L1 Inductor, 9 nH, 0402 L2 Inductor, 68 nH, 0603 L2 Inductor, 68 nH, 0603 C1 Open C1 Open C2 Capacitor, 5 pF, 0402 C2 Capacitor, 5 pF, 0402 C3-C4 Capacitor, 0.01 µF, 0402 C3-C4 Capacitor, 0.01 µF, 0402 Recommended PCB Configuration 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. SOT-26 6-Lead Package • 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. Broadband Low Noise Amplifier 1.7 - 2.1 GHz MAALSS0024 V2 Typical Performance Curves (1.7 - 1.9 GHz Configuration) Gain Reverse Isolation +85°C -40°C +25°C 0 20 -10 15 -20 S12 (dB) Gain (dB) +25°C 25 10 5 0 1.5 -40 1.6 1.7 1.8 1.9 -50 2.0 1.5 1.6 1.7 1.9 2.0 Output Return Loss +25°C +85°C +25°C -40°C 0 0 -5 -5 S22 (dB) S11 (dB) 1.8 Frequency (GHz) Input Return Loss -10 -15 +85°C -40°C -10 -15 -20 1.6 1.7 1.8 1.9 2.0 1.5 1.6 1.7 Frequency (GHz) 1.8 1.9 2.0 Frequency (GHz) Noise Figure OIP3 +25°C +85°C -40°C +25°C 35 2.5 30 2.0 Noise Figure (dB) OIP3 (dBm) -40°C -30 Frequency (GHz) -20 1.5 +85°C 25 20 15 10 1.70 +85°C -40°C 1.5 1.0 0.5 0.0 1.75 1.80 1.85 1.90 Frequency (GHz) 1.70 1.80 1.90 2.00 2.10 Frequency (GHz) Note: The sample kit will read 0.23 dB higher in noise figure due to transmission line and connector losses. 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. Broadband Low Noise Amplifier 1.7 - 2.1 GHz MAALSS0024 V2 Typical Performance Curves (1.85 - 2.1 GHz Configuration) Reverse Isolation Gain +85°C +25°C -40°C 0 20 -10 15 -20 S12 (dB) Gain (dB) +25°C 25 10 5 0 1.8 -40 1.9 2.0 2.1 -50 2.2 1.8 1.9 2.0 2.1 2.2 Frequency (GHz) Input Return Loss Output Return Loss +25°C +85°C +25°C -40°C 0 0 -5 -10 S22 (dB) S11 (dB) -40°C -30 Frequency (GHz) -10 -15 +85°C -40°C -20 -30 -20 1.8 -40 1.9 2.0 2.1 2.2 1.8 1.9 Frequency (GHz) 2.0 2.1 2.2 Frequency (GHz) Noise Figure OIP3 +25°C +85°C -40°C +25°C 35 2.5 30 2.0 Noise Figure (dB) OIP3 (dBm) +85°C 25 20 15 10 1.85 +85°C -40°C 1.5 1.0 0.5 0.0 1.90 1.95 2.00 2.05 Frequency (GHz) 1.70 1.80 1.90 2.00 2.10 Frequency (GHz) Note: The sample kit will read 0.23 dB higher in noise figure due to transmission line or connector losses. 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. • 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.