MADL-011008 PIN Diode Limiter 50 MHz - 4 GHz Rev. V1 Features Functional Schematic Low Insertion Loss and Noise Figure +40 dBm Peak and +30 dBm CW Power +10 dBm P1dB Compression Point +16 dBm Flat Leakage Lead-Free 1.2 x 1.5 mm 6-Lead PDFN Package RoHS Compliant* and 260°C Reflow Compatible Description The MADL-011008 is a silicon PIN limiter with small I-region length specifically designed for medium signal applications. The limiter is available in a lead-free 1.2 x 1.5 mm 6-lead PDFN package. The limiter is ideally designed to provide low insertion loss, at zero bias, as well as low flat leakage power with fast signal response/recovery times. Pin Configuration Pin No. Pin Name Description 1 N/C No Connection 2 GND RF Ground 3 N/C No Connection 4 N/C No Connection 5 IN RF Input 6 N/C No Connection 73 Pad GND The MADL-011008 PIN limiter is designed for use in passive limiter control circuits to protect sensitive receiver components such as low noise amplifiers (LNA), detectors, and mixers. Ordering Information 1,2 Part Number Package MADL-011008-141200 Bulk Packaging MADL-011008-14120T Tape and Reel MADL-011008-001SMB Sample Test Board 1. Reference Application Note M513 for reel size information. 2. All sample boards include 5 loose pieces. 3. The exposed pad centered on the package bottom must be connected to RF and DC ground. Handling Procedures Please observe the following precautions to avoid damage: Static Sensitivity Silicon 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. * 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.macom.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 MADL-011008 PIN Diode Limiter 50 MHz - 4 GHz Rev. V1 Electrical Specifications: Freq 2.7 to 3.0 GHz, TA = 25°C, Z0 = 50 Ω Parameter Test Conditions Units Min. Typ. Max. Insertion Loss 0 dBm dB — 0.15 — Input Return Loss 0 dBm dB — 20 — Output Return Loss 0 dBm dB — 20 — P1dB — dBm — 10 — Peak Incident Power Pulse Width 1 µSec, Duty Cycle 0.1% dBm — 40 — CW Incident Power — dBm — 30 — CW Flat Leakage Incident Power = +24 dBm dBm — 16 — Recovery Time To within 1 dB of final insertion loss Peak Incident Power = +30 dBm Pulse Width 1 µSec, Duty Cycle 0.1% ns — 50 — Spike Leakage +30 dBm Pin, Pulse Width 1 µSec, Duty Cycle 0.1% erg — 0.5 — IP3 Pin -5 dBm/tone, 10 MHz Spacing dBm — 30 — IP2 Pin -5 dBm/tone dBm — 43 — Forward Voltage Forward current = 10 mA V — 0.9 1.1 Reverse Current Reverse voltage = 20 volts µA — 0.1 10 Absolute Maximum Ratings4,5 Application Schematic Parameter Absolute Maximum Peak Incident Power Pulse Width 1 µSec, Duty Cycle 0.1% 43 dBm CW Incident Power 33 dBm Operating Temperature -40°C to +85°C Storage Temperature -65°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. Recommended Board Layout Parts List Component Value Package C1 - C2 68 pF 0402 L1 5.1 nH 0402 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.macom.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 MADL-011008 PIN Diode Limiter 50 MHz - 4 GHz Rev. V1 Typical Performance Curves Insertion Loss Pin vs. Pout @ 2.85 GHz 0.0 20 -0.1 15 -0.2 10 -0.3 -0.4 2.70 +25°C -40°C +85°C +25°C -40°C +85°C 5 0 2.75 2.80 2.85 2.90 2.95 0 3.00 5 15 20 25 30 2.95 3.00 Output Return Loss Input Return loss -10 -10 +25°C -40°C +85°C -15 -20 -25 -25 2.75 +25°C -40°C +85°C -15 -20 -30 2.70 10 Input Power (dBm) Frequency (GHz) 2.80 2.85 2.90 Frequency (GHz) 2.95 3.00 -30 2.70 2.75 2.80 2.85 2.90 Frequency (GHz) 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.macom.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 MADL-011008 PIN Diode Limiter 50 MHz - 4 GHz Lead-Free 1.2 x 1.5 mm 6-Lead PDFN† † Reference Application Note M538 for lead-free solder reflow recommendations. Meets JEDEC moisture sensitivity level 1 requirements. Plating is 100% matte tin over copper. 4 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.macom.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. V1