HFA3424 Data Sheet January 1997 File Number 4131.2 2.4GHz - 2.5GHz Low Noise Amplifier Features The Intersil 2.4GHz PRISM™ chip set is a highly integrated five-chip solution for RF modems employing Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS) signaling. The HFA3424 2.4GHz 2.5GHz low noise amplifier is an optional chip that can be added to the five chips in the PRISM™ chip set. The HFA3424 offers increased sensitivity for systems targeting 802.11 specifications. (See Figure 1, the Typical Application Diagram.) • Low Noise Figure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90dB The Intersil HFA3424 PRISM™ is a high performance low noise amplifier in a low cost SOIC 8 lead surface mount plastic package. The HFA3424 employs a fully monolithic design which eliminates the need for external tuning networks. It can be biased using 3V or 5V supplies and has an option for biasing at higher currents for increased dynamic range. Applications ™ The HFA3424 is ideally suited for use where low noise figure, high gain, high dynamic range and low power consumption required. Typical applications include receiver front ends in the Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) and wireless data collection markets in the 2.4GHz Industrial, Scientific and Medical (ISM) band, as well as standard gain blocks, buffer amps, driver amps and IF amps in both fixed and portable systems. • High Gain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14dB • Low Power Consumption . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3V to 5V, 5mA • High Dynamic Range • DC Decoupled RF Input and Output • No External RF Tuning Elements Necessary • Low Cost SOIC 8 Lead Plastic Package • Systems Targeting IEEE 802.11 Standard • TDD Quadrature-Modulated Communication Systems • Wireless Local Area Networks • PCMCIA Wireless Transceivers • ISM Systems • TDMA Packet Protocol Radios • PCS/Wireless PBX • Wireless Local Loop Ordering Information PART NUMBER Pinout TEMP. RANGE (oC) PACKAGE HFA3424IB -40 to 85 8 Ld SOIC HFA3424IB96 -40 to 85 Tape and Reel PKG. NO. M8.15 Functional Block Diagram HFA3424 (SOIC) TOP VIEW VDD GND 1 8 GND VBIAS 2 7 VDD RF IN 3 6 RF OUT GND 4 5 GND LNA 1 EXTENDED BIAS 2-7 RF OUT RF IN CAUTION: These devices are sensitive to electrostatic discharge; follow proper IC Handling Procedures. http://www.intersil.com or 407-727-9207 | Copyright © Intersil Corporation 1999 PRISM® is a registered trademark of Intersil Corporation. PRISM logo is a trademark of Intersil Corporation. HFA3424 Typical Application Diagram HSP3824 HFA3724 (FILE# 4064) TUNE/SELECT HFA3424 (NOTE) RXI (FILE# 4131) A/D DESPREAD RXQ I ÷2 (FILE# 4066) 0o/90o M M U U X X RSSI A/D A/D CCA TXI SPREAD RFPA VCO HFA3925 VCO 802.11 MAC-PHY INTERFACE CTRL HFA3624 UP/DOWN CONVERTER DPSK DEMOD DATA TO MAC (FILE# 4067) TXQ Q DPSK MOD. (FILE# 4132) QUAD IF MODULATOR DSSS BASEBAND PROCESSOR DUAL SYNTHESIZER HFA3524 (FILE# 4062) NOTE: PRISM™ CHIP SET FILE #4063 FIGURE 1. TYPICAL TRANSCEIVER AMPLIFIER APPLICATIONS CIRCUIT USING THE HFA3424 Required for systems targeting 802.11 specifications. For additional information on the PRISM™ chip set, call (407) 724-7800 to access Intersil’ AnswerFAX system. When prompted, key in the four-digit document number (File #) of the datasheets you wish to receive. 2-8 The four-digit file numbers are shown in Typical Application Diagram, and correspond to the appropriate circuit. HFA3424 Absolute Maximum Ratings Thermal Information Supply Voltage, VDD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . +10VDC Input Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . +17dBm Supply Current (Note 1) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30mA Thermal Resistance (Typical, Note 2) θJA (oC/W) SOIC Package . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165 Maximum Storage Temperature Range . . . . . . . . . . -65oC to 150oC Maximum Lead Temperature (Soldering 10s) . . . . . . . . . . . . .300oC (SOIC - Lead Tips Only) Operating Conditions Temperature Range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . -40oC to 85oC CAUTION: Stresses above those listed in “Absolute Maximum Ratings” may cause permanent damage to the device. This is a stress only rating and operation of the device at these or any other conditions above those indicated in the operational sections of this specification is not implied. NOTES: 1. Only if Pin 2 is used to increase current. 2. θJA is measured with the component mounted on an evaluation PC board in free air. TA = 25oC, Z0 = 50Ω, VDD = +5V, PIN = -30dBm, f = 2.45GHz, VBIAS = Open Circuit Unless Otherwise Specified Electrical Specifications PARAMETER MIN TYP MAX UNITS LNA Input Frequency Range 2.4 - 2.5 GHz Gain 12 14 16 dB Noise Figure - 1.90 2.30 dB Input VSWR - 1.5:1 - Output VSWR - 1.5:1 - Input Return Loss - -14.0 - dB Output Return Loss - -14.0 - dB Output 1dB Compression - 3 - dBm Input IP3 - 1 - dBm Reverse Isolation - 30 - dB Supply Current at VDD = 5V 3 5 7 mA 2.7 - 5.5 V Supply Range Typical Performance Curves 18 2.0 TA = 25oC NOISE FIGURE (dB) 16 GAIN (dB) 5V, 20mA 5V, 5mA 14 12 TA = 25oC 3V, 5mA 1.9 5V, 5mA 1.8 5V, 20mA 1.7 3V, 5mA 10 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 FREQUENCY (GHz) FIGURE 2. GAIN vs FREQUENCY 2-9 2.6 2.7 1.6 2.40 2.42 2.44 2.46 FREQUENCY (GHz) 2.48 FIGURE 3. NOISE FIGURE vs FREQUENCY 2.50 HFA3424 Typical Performance Curves 3.0 (Continued) 4 5V, 5mA, TA = 25oC TA = 25oC 5V, 20mA 2.5 INPUT IP3 (dBm) 2 VSWR OUTPUT 2.0 1.5 5V, 5mA 0 3V, 5mA -2 INPUT 1.0 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 FREQUENCY (GHz) 2.6 -4 2.40 2.7 FIGURE 4. VSWR vs FREQUENCY 2.42 2.44 2.46 FREQUENCY (GHz) 2.48 2.50 FIGURE 5. INPUT IP3 vs FREQUENCY 2.6 18 5V, 5mA 5V, 5mA 85oC NOISE FIGURE (dB) GAIN (dB) 16 -40oC 25oC 14 85oC 12 2.3 2.0 25oC 1.7 -40oC 10 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 FREQUENCY (GHz) FIGURE 6. GAIN vs FREQUENCY 2-10 2.6 2.7 1.4 2.40 2.42 2.44 2.46 FREQUENCY (GHz) 2.48 FIGURE 7. NOISE FIGURE vs FREQUENCY 2.50 HFA3424 Typical Application Circuit 500pF 15nH +VDD VBIAS (PIN 2) PIN 2 ALLOWS FOR AN EXTERNAL RESISTOR RBB TO BE USED TO GROUND FOR AN OPTIONAL 20mA CURRENT OPERATION. RECOMMENDED VALUES FOR THE CHIP RESISTOR ARE 30Ω TO 35Ω. 7 6 5 3 4 30Ω To 35Ω To Ground 2 Open RF SIGNAL OUTPUT 2.4GHz (50Ω TRANSMISSION LINE) SEE NOTE 2 8 EXTENDED BIAS 1 NORMAL BIAS RBB RF SIGNAL INPUT 2.4GHz (50Ω TRANSMISSION LINE) SEE NOTE 2 NOTE: 3. No DC blocking capacitor required on LNA input or output transmission lines. FIGURE 8. REFERENCE APPLICATION/TEST DESIGN SETUP SCHEMATIC: LOW NOISE AMPLIFIER All Intersil semiconductor products are manufactured, assembled and tested under ISO9000 quality systems certification. Intersil semiconductor products are sold by description only. Intersil Corporation reserves the right to make changes in circuit design and/or specifications at any time without notice. Accordingly, the reader is cautioned to verify that data sheets are current before placing orders. Information furnished by Intersil is believed to be accurate and reliable. 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