MAAM-011132
Driver Amplifier
17.7 - 23.6 GHz
Rev. V2
Functional Schematic
Features
3 Stage Driver Amplifier for 18/23 GHz Bands
23 dB Gain
33 dBm Output Third Order Intercept (OIP3)
21 dBm Output P1dB
2.8 dB Noise Figure
Variable Gain with Adjustable Bias
Lead-Free 4 mm 16-Lead PQFN Package
RoHS* Compliant
Description
The MAAM-011132 is a packaged driver amplifier
that operates from 17.7 - 23.6 GHz. The amplifier
provides 23 dB small signal gain. The input and
output are internally matched to 50 ohms with
on-chip DC blocking capacitors. The 33 dBm output
third order intercept point (OIP3) and 21 dBm output
P1dB provide excellent linearity for transmit lineups.
The packaged amplifier comes in an industry
standard lead free 4 mm QFN package. The device
includes on-chip ESD protection structures and DC
by-pass capacitors to ease the implementation and
volume assembly of the packaged part.
VG1
VD1
VG2
VD2
16
15
14
13
N/C
1
12
GND
GND
2
11
RFOUT
RFIN
3
10
GND
GND
4
9
N/C
5
6
7
8
N/C
N/C
N/C
N/C
Pin Configuration3
Pin No.
Function
Pin No.
Function
1
No Connection
9
No Connection
2
Ground
10
Ground
3
RF Input
11
RF Output
4
Ground
12
Ground
5
No Connection
13
VD2
The device is specifically designed for use in 18 and
23 GHz point-to-point radios for cellular backhaul
applications.
Ordering Information1,2
Part Number
Package
6
No Connection
14
VG2
MAAM-011132-TR0500
500 Piece Reel
7
No Connection
15
VD1
MAAM-011132-TR1000
1000 Piece Reel
8
No Connection
16
VG1
MAAM-011132-000SMB
Sample Board
17
Paddle4
1. Reference Application Note M513 for reel size information.
2. All sample boards include 5 loose parts.
3. For optimum RF performance, all N/C’s should be terminated
to ground.
4. The exposed pad centered on the package bottom must be
connected to RF and DC ground.
* Restrictions on Hazardous Substances, European Union Directive 2011/65/EU.
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MAAM-011132
Driver Amplifier
17.7 - 23.6 GHz
Rev. V2
Electrical Specifications5:
RF Freq: 17.7 - 23.6 GHz, VD = 4 V, ID1 = 90 mA, ID2 = 90 mA, TA = +25°C
Frequency Range (LO)
GHz
17.7
—
23.6
Gain
dB
20
23
—
Input Return Loss
dB
—
12
—
Output Return Loss
dB
—
12
—
Noise Figure
dB
—
2.8
—
Output P1dB
dBm
—
21
—
Output IP3
dBm
—
33
—
5. Apply gate voltages prior to drain voltages. Adjust VG1 and VG2 between -1.0 and -0.1 V to achieve specified drain current. Typical
current,180 mA = 90 (ID1) + 90 (ID2)
Absolute Maximum Ratings6,7,8
Handling Procedures
Please observe the following precautions to avoid
damage:
Drain Voltage
+4.3 V
Gate Bias Voltage (VG1,2)
-1.5 V < VG < 0 V
Input Power
+3 dBm
Storage Temperature
-55°C to +150°C
Operating Temperature
-40°C to +85°C
Junction Temperature
+150°C
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
HBM Class 1B devices.
6. Exceeding any one or combination of these limits may cause
permanent damage to this device.
7. MACOM does not recommend sustained operation near these
survivability limits.
8. Operating at nominal conditions with TJ ≤ +150°C will ensure
MTTF > 1 x 106 hours.
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MAAM-011132
Driver Amplifier
17.7 - 23.6 GHz
Rev. V2
Typical Performance Curves: VD1,2 = 4 V, ID1 = ID2 = 90 mA
Output / Input IP3 vs. Frequency
S-Parameters vs. Frequency
40
30
OIP3 & IIP3 (dBm)
S-Parameters (dB)
20
10
S21
S11
S22
0
-10
30
OIP3
IIP3
20
10
-20
-30
15
17
19
21
23
0
25
15
17
19
Frequency (GHz)
Output P1dB vs. Frequency
25
23
25
40
+25°C
-40°C
+85°C
35
OIP3 (dBm)
25
P1dB (dBm)
23
Output IP3 vs. Frequency
30
20
15
10
21
Frequency (GHz)
30
+25°C
-40°C
+85°C
25
15
17
19
21
23
25
Frequency (GHz)
20
15
17
19
21
Frequency (GHz)
Noise Figure vs. Frequency
Noise Figure (dB)
4
3
2
+25°C
+85°C
1
0
3
15
17
19
21
23
25
Frequency (GHz)
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MAAM-011132
Driver Amplifier
17.7 - 23.6 GHz
Rev. V2
Lead-Free 4 mm 16-Lead PQFN†
†
Reference Application Note S2083 for lead-free solder reflow recommendations and PCB footprint information.
Reference JEDEC MO-220,VAR,VGGC for additional dimensional and tolerance information.
Meets JEDEC moisture sensitivity level 1 requirements
All dimensions shown as in/mm
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MAAM-011132
Driver Amplifier
17.7 - 23.6 GHz
Rev. V2
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