MAAM-009563 RF Driver Amplifier 250 - 3000 MHz Rev. V2 Features Functional Block Diagram OIP3: 47 dBm Broadband Operation High Efficiency Class 2 ESD Rating Lead-Free SOIC-8EP Package Halogen-Free “Green” Mold Compound RoHS* Compliant and 260°C Reflow Compatible Description The MAAM-009563 RF driver amplifier is a two stage GaAs MMIC which exhibits exceptional linearity performance as well as featuring high gain in a lead-free SOIC-8EP surface mount plastic package. The MAAM-009563 is fabricated using a GaAs HBT process to realize low current and high power functionality. The process features full passivation for increased performance and reliability. The MAAM-009563 has been designed to be a functional driver amplifier from 250 to 3000 MHz. This broad operation is achieved using external matching components as shown in the PCB layout. Component values are selected to center the 200 MHz instantaneous bandwidth within the overall frequency range. Ordering Information1,2 Pin Configuration3 Pin No. Pin Name Description 1 VCC1 1st Stage VCC & RF Output 2 N/C No Connection 3 N/C No Connection 4 RFIN Amplifier Input 5 RFOUT/ VCC2 Amplifier Output & 2nd Stage VCC 6 RFOUT/ VCC2 Amplifier Output & 2nd Stage VCC Part Number Package 7 N/C No Connection MAAM-009563-000000 Bulk 8 RFIN2 2nd Stage RF Input MAAM-009563-TR3000 3000 piece reel MAAM-009563-001SMB Sample Board 3. The exposed pad centered on the package bottom must be connected to the RF and DC ground. 1. Reference Application Note M513 for reel size information. 2. Sample board includes 5 loose parts. * 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 MAAM-009563 RF Driver Amplifier 250 - 3000 MHz Rev. V2 Electrical Specifications: Freq. = 2140 MHz, TA = 25°C, VCC = +5 V, Z0 = 50 Ω Parameter Units Min. Typ. Max. Gain dB 17 19.5 — Noise Figure dB — 6.25 — Input Return Loss dB — 13 — Output Return Loss dB — 13 — Output P1dB dBm — 31 — Output IP3 PIN = -4 dBm / tone, 1 MHz spacing dBm 44 47 — Quiescent Current mA — 500 — Current (PIN = -1 dBm) mA — 510 640 Absolute Maximum Ratings4,5 Maximum Operating Conditions6 Parameter Absolute Maximum Parameter Maximum Operating Conditions RF Output Power 32 dBm Junction Temperature7 170°C Voltage 6 volts RF Output Power 31 dBm Storage Temperature -65°C to +150°C Operating Temperature -40°C to +85°C Junction Temperature 210°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. These operating conditions will ensure MTTF > 1 x 106 hours. 7. Junction Temperature (TJ) = TA + Өjc * ((V * I) - (POUT - PIN)) Typical thermal resistance (Өjc) = 20º C/W a) For TA = 25°C, TJ = 74 °C @ 5 V, 535 mA, POUT = 24 dBm, PIN = 4.5 dBm b) For TA = 85°C, TJ = 123 °C @ 5 V, 430 mA, POUT = 24 dBm, PIN = 5.5 dBm 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 MAAM-009563 RF Driver Amplifier 250 - 3000 MHz 2140 MHz PCB Layout Rev. V2 Parts List Part Value Case Style C1 1.8 pF 0402 C2, C5 1000 pF 0402 C3, C4 0.1 µF 0402 C6 1.2 pF 0402 C7 39 pF 0402 C8 2.7 pF 0402 C9 3.3 µF 1206 L1 2.4 nH 0402 L2 7.5 nH 0402 L3 8.2 nH 0402 R1 10 Ω 0402 J1, J2 2140 Schematic Jumper Cross Section View The PCB dielectric between RF traces and RF ground layers should be chosen to reduce RF discontinuities between 50 Ω lines and package pins. M/A-COM recommends an FR-4 dielectric thickness of 0.008” (0.20 mm) yielding a 50 Ω line width of 0.015” (0.38 mm). The recommended RF metalization is 1 ounce copper. 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 MAAM-009563 RF Driver Amplifier 250 - 3000 MHz Rev. V2 Typical Performance Curves: 2140 MHz Configuration Gain Input Return Loss 30 0 +25 C -40 C +85 C 25 +25°C -40°C +85°C -5 -10 20 -15 15 -20 10 2.00 2.05 2.10 2.15 2.20 2.25 2.30 -25 2.00 2.05 2.10 Frequency (GHz) 2.15 2.20 2.25 2.30 Frequency (GHz) Noise Figure Output Return Loss 0 8.0 7.5 +25°C -40°C +85°C -5 7.0 6.5 -10 6.0 -15 5.5 +25 C -40 C +85 C 5.0 -20 4.5 -25 2.00 2.05 2.10 2.15 2.20 2.25 2.30 4.0 2.10 2.12 2.14 Frequency (GHz) 2.18 2.20 Output IP3 P1dB 60 30 +25 C -40 C +85 C 25 50 20 40 15 30 10 2.16 Frequency (GHz) 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 22 24 26 28 30 32 34 Output Power (dBm) 20 +25 C -40 C +85 C 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 22 24 Output Power (dBm)/Tone 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 26 MAAM-009563 RF Driver Amplifier 250 - 3000 MHz Rev. V2 Typical Performance Curves, 2140 MHz Configuration Current 900 Handling Procedures 800 Please observe the following precautions to avoid damage: 700 600 500 Static Sensitivity 400 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 class 2 devices. 300 +25 C -40 C +85 C 200 100 0 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 22 24 26 28 30 32 34 Output Power (dBm) Lead-Free SOIC-8EP† † Reference Application Note M538 for lead-free solder reflow recommendations. Meets JEDEC moisture sensitivity level 1 requirements. Plating is 100% matte tin over copper. 5 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