MAAP-010171 Amplifier, Power, 8 W 2.5 - 3.5 GHz Rev. V3 Functional Schematic Features Linear Gain: 27 dB Saturated Output Power: +39 dBm Pulsed 50 Ω Input / Output Match Lead-Free 5 mm 20-lead PQFN Package Halogen-Free “Green” Mold Compound RoHS* Compliant and 260°C Reflow Compatible GND Description The MAAP-010171 is a 2-stage, 8 W saturated S-band power amplifier in a 5mm 20 lead PQFN package, allowing easy assembly. 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 pulsed applications. It is ideally suited for Air Traffic Control, Weather, Military and S-band radar applications. Each device is 100% RF tested to ensure performance compliance. The part is fabricated using M/A-COM Technology Solutions’ high linearity pHEMT Process. 16 20 GND 15 1 GND GND RFIN RFOUT GND GND GND 5 GND 11 10 6 Pin Configuration 2 Pin No. Function Pin No. Function 1 Ground 11 Ground 2 Ground 12 Ground 3 RFIN 13 RFOUT 4 Ground 14 Ground Ordering Information 1 Part Number Package MAAP-010171-TR0500 500 piece reel 5 Ground 15 Ground MAAP-010171-TR1000 1000 piece reel 6 VG1b 16 VD2a MAAP-010171-001SMB Sample Board 7 VG2b 17 VD2a 8 VD1b 18 VD1a 9 VD2b 19 VG2a 10 VD2b 20 VG1a 21 Paddle 3 1. Reference Application Note M513 for reel size information. 2. M/A-COM Technology Solutions recommends connecting unused package pins to ground. 3. The exposed pad centered on the package bottom must be connected to RF, DC, and thermal ground. * Restrictions on Hazardous Substances, European Union Directive 2002/95/EC. 1 M/A-COM Technology Solutions Inc. and its affiliates reserve the right to make changes to the product(s) or information contained herein without notice. Visit www.macomtech.com for additional data sheets and product 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 MAAP-010171 Amplifier, Power, 8 W 2.5 - 3.5 GHz Rev. V3 Electrical Specifications: Freq. 2.5 - 3.5 GHz, VDD = 9 V Pulsed, 100 µs Pulse Width, 10% Duty Cycle, Z0 = 50 Ω Parameter Units Min. Typ. Max. Gain dB 25 27 — Input Return Loss dB — 10 — Output Return Loss dB — 10 — Psat dBm 37 39 — Small Signal Current (IDD) A — 1 — Efficiency % — 38 — Absolute Maximum Ratings 4,5 Parameter Absolute Maximum Input Power +22 dBm Supply Voltage 11 V Gate Current 25 mA Duty Cycle 50 % Operating Temperature 6,7 Junction Temperature Storage Temperature -40°C to +85°C +150 °C -55°C to +150°C 4. Exceeding any one or combination of these limits may cause permanent damage to this device. 5. M/A-COM Technology Solutions does not recommend sustained operation near these survivability limits. 6. Operating at nominal conditions with TJ ≤ 150°C will ensure MTTF > 1 x 106 hours. 7. Junction Temperature (TJ) = TC + Өjc * (V * I) Typical thermal resistance (Өjc) = 5.75° C/W Operating the MAAP-010171 To operate the MAAP-010171, follow these steps. Ramp down or shut down in reverse order. 1. Apply VG between -1 V and -0.5 V to set IDQ to 1 A 2. Apply RF Power ON 3. Apply VDD Pulsed 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. 2 M/A-COM Technology Solutions Inc. and its affiliates reserve the right to make changes to the product(s) or information contained herein without notice. Visit www.macomtech.com for additional data sheets and product 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 MAAP-010171 Amplifier, Power, 8 W 2.5 - 3.5 GHz Rev. V3 Recommended PCB Layout Schematic Parts List Component Value Package C2, C3, C6, C7, C9, C11, C13, C16 100 pF 0402 C1, C4, C5, C8, C10, C12, C14, C15 1000 pF 0402 C17, C18 1 µF 0805 C19, C20 10 nF 0805 3 M/A-COM Technology Solutions Inc. and its affiliates reserve the right to make changes to the product(s) or information contained herein without notice. Visit www.macomtech.com for additional data sheets and product 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 MAAP-010171 Amplifier, Power, 8 W 2.5 - 3.5 GHz Rev. V3 Typical Performance Curves Small Signal Gain S-Parameters 30 30 S21 S11 S22 20 29 28 10 27 0 26 25 -10 24 -20 -30 +25°C -40°C +85°C 23 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 22 2.0 2.5 Frequency (GHz) Output Power, Pin = 19 dBm @ +25°C 3.5 4.0 3.5 4.0 Output Power, Pin = 19 dBm @ -40°C 41 41 40 40 39 39 38 38 37 37 Vdd = 8 V Vdd = 9 V Vdd = 10 V 36 35 3.0 Frequency (GHz) 2.0 2.5 Vdd = 8 V Vdd = 9 V Vdd = 10 V 36 3.0 3.5 4.0 Frequency (GHz) 35 2.0 2.5 3.0 Frequency (GHz) Output Power, Pin = 19 dBm @ +85°C 41 40 39 38 37 Vdd = 8 V Vdd = 9 V Vdd = 10 V 36 35 4 2.0 2.5 3.0 3.5 4.0 Frequency (GHz) M/A-COM Technology Solutions Inc. and its affiliates reserve the right to make changes to the product(s) or information contained herein without notice. Visit www.macomtech.com for additional data sheets and product 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 MAAP-010171 Amplifier, Power, 8 W 2.5 - 3.5 GHz Rev. V3 Typical Performance Curves Output Power @ 2.5 GHz Output Power, VDD = 8 V 10 10 Vdd = 8 V Vdd = 9 V Vdd = 10 V 8 6 6 4 4 2 2 0 0 4 2.3 GHz 2.5 GHz 2.7 GHz 2.9 GHz 3.1 GHz 3.3 GHz 3.5 GHz 3.7 GHz 8 8 12 16 20 0 0 4 8 Input Power (dBm) Vdd = 8 V Vdd = 9 V Vdd = 10 V 8 6 6 4 4 2 2 0 4 16 20 16 20 2.3 GHz 2.5 GHz 2.7 GHz 2.9 GHz 3.1 GHz 3.3 GHz 3.5 GHz 3.7 GHz 8 8 12 16 20 0 0 4 8 12 Input Power (dBm) Input Power (dBm) Output Power @ 3.5 GHz Output Power, VDD = 10 V 10 10 Vdd = 8 V Vdd = 9 V Vdd = 10 V 8 5 20 10 10 6 4 4 2 2 0 4 2.3 GHz 2.5 GHz 2.7 GHz 2.9 GHz 3.1 GHz 3.3 GHz 3.5 GHz 3.7 GHz 8 6 0 16 Output Power, VDD = 9 V Output Power @ 3.1 GHz 0 12 Input Power (dBm) 8 12 16 Input Power (dBm) 20 0 0 4 8 12 Input Power (dBm) M/A-COM Technology Solutions Inc. and its affiliates reserve the right to make changes to the product(s) or information contained herein without notice. Visit www.macomtech.com for additional data sheets and product 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 MAAP-010171 Amplifier, Power, 8 W 2.5 - 3.5 GHz Rev. V3 Typical Performance Curves PAE 44 Vdd = 8 V Vdd = 9 V Vdd = 10 V 42 40 38 36 34 32 30 2.0 2.5 3.0 3.5 4.0 Frequency (GHz) 1st Stage Gate Current @ 2.9 GHz 2nd Stage Gate Current @ 2.9 GHz 0 25 -20 20 -40 Vdd = 8 V Vdd = 9 V Vdd = 10 V 15 -60 10 -80 5 Vdd = 8 V Vdd = 9 V Vdd = 10 V -100 0 -120 -140 0 4 8 12 16 20 -5 0 4 Input Power (dBm) 8 12 16 20 Input Power (dBm) Drain Current @ 2.9 GHz Small Signal Drain Current @ 2.9 GHz 2.8 1.2 2.4 Vdd = 8 V Vdd = 9 V Vdd = 10 V +25°C -40°C +85°C 1.1 2.0 1.0 1.6 0.9 1.2 0.8 6 0 4 8 12 16 Input Power (dBm) 20 0.8 8.0 8.5 9.0 9.5 VDD (V) M/A-COM Technology Solutions Inc. and its affiliates reserve the right to make changes to the product(s) or information contained herein without notice. Visit www.macomtech.com for additional data sheets and product 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 10 MAAP-010171 Amplifier, Power, 8 W 2.5 - 3.5 GHz Lead-Free 5 mm 20-Lead PQFN† † Reference Application Note S2083 for lead-free solder reflow recommendations. Meets JEDEC moisture sensitivity level 1 requirements. Plating is 100% matte tin over copper. 7 M/A-COM Technology Solutions Inc. and its affiliates reserve the right to make changes to the product(s) or information contained herein without notice. Visit www.macomtech.com for additional data sheets and product 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 Rev. V3