0.1-10.0 GHz Low Noise, Medium Power pHEMT in a Surface Mount Plastic Package May 2008 - Rev 12-May-08 CFS0103-SB Features AIGaAs/InGaAs/AIGaAs Pseudomorphic High Electron Mobility Transistor (pHEMT) High Dynamic Range Low Current and Voltage Bias Point 3V and 40 mA 0.4 dB Noise Figure at 2 GHz 16 dBm P1dB at 2 GHz 26 dBm OIP3 at 2 GHz 300 m Gate Width Excellent Uniformity Low-Cost, Surface-Mount Package (SOT-343) RoHS Compliant Construction Low Thermal Resistance: 170ºC/W Applications Functional Diagram (SOT-343) Low Noise Amplifiers and Oscillators Operating over the RF and Microwave Frequency Ranges Cellular/PCS/GSM/W-CDMA Mobile Handsets, Base Station Receivers and Tower-Mount Amplifiers Wimax, WLAN, LEO, GEO, WLL/RLL, GPS and MMDS Applications General Purpose Discrete pHEMT for Other Ultra Low-Noise and Medium Power Applications Source Gate Drain Source Description Mimix's pHEMT technology is tested and proven in military, space and commercial applications. Mimix's proven workhorse, the CF001-03, is now available in packaged form as the CFS0103-SB. The CFS0103-SB is a high dynamic range, low noise, pHEMT packaged in a 4-lead SOT-343 surface mount plastic package. It is intended for many applications operating in the 0.1 GHz to 10 GHz frequency range. Mimix's high performance packaged pHEMTs are ideal for use in all applications where low noise figure, high gain, medium power and good intercept is required. The CFS0103-SB is the perfect solution for the first or second stage of a base station LNA due to the excellent combination of low noise figure and linearity. It is also well suited as a medium power driver stage in pole-top amplifiers and other transmit functions, particularly as the low thermal resistance allows extended power dissipation when voltage and current are adjusted for increased power and linearity. Mimix Broadband, Inc., 10795 Rockley Rd., Houston, Texas 77099 Tel: 281.988.4600 Fax: 281.988.4615 mimixbroadband.com Page 1 of 8 Characteristic Data and Specifications are subject to change without notice. ©2008 Mimix Broadband, Inc. Export of this item may require appropriate export licensing from the U.S. Government. In purchasing these parts, U.S. Domestic customers accept their obligation to be compliant with U.S. Export Laws. 0.1-10.0 GHz Low Noise, Medium Power pHEMT in a Surface Mount Plastic Package May 2008 - Rev 12-May-08 CFS0103-SB Electrical Characteristics Ta=25ºC, Typical device RF parameters measured in test system. Parameters Test Conditions Min Typ Max Units Saturated Drain Current1 Pinch-off Voltage 1 No RF, Quiescent Bias Current Transconductance1 Gate to Drain Leakage Current Gate Leakage Current Noise Figure (optimized in a fixed tuned system) Vds=3V, Vgs=0V Vds=1.5V, Ids=10% of Idss Vgs=0.35V, Vds=3V Vds=2.5V. Gm=Idss/Vp Vgd = 9 Vgd=Vgs= -4V f=1000MHz Vds=2V, Ids=10mA Vds=2V, Ids=20mA Vds=3V, Ids=20mA Vds=3V, Ids=40mA f=2GHz Vds=2V, Ids=10mA Vds=2V, Ids=20mA Vds=3V, Ids=20mA Vds=3V, Ids=40mA f=1000MHz Vds=2V, Ids=10mA Vds=2V, Ids=20mA Vds=3V, Ids=20mA Vds=3V, Ids=40mA f=2GHz Vds=2V, Ids=10mA Vds=2V, Ids=20mA Vds=3V, Ids=20mA Vds=3V, Ids=40mA f=1000MHz Vds=2V, Ids=10mA Vds=2V, Ids=20mA Vds=3V, Ids=20mA Vds=3V, Ids=40mA f=2GHz Vds=2V, Ids=10mA Vds=2V, Ids=20mA Vds=3V, Ids=20mA Vds=3V, Ids=40mA f=1000MHz Vds=2V, Ids=10mA Vds=2V, Ids=20mA Vds=3V, Ids=20mA Vds=3V, Ids=40mA f=2GHz Vds=2V, Ids=10mA Vds=2V, Ids=20mA Vds=3V, Ids=20mA Vds=3V, Ids=40mA 30 -0.8 70 -0.65 30 110 100 -0.5 mA V mA mmho µA µA dB dB dB dB dB dB dB dB dB dB dB dB dB dB dB dB dBm dBm dBm dBm dBm dBm dBm dBm dBm dBm dBm dBm dBm dBm dBm dBm Associated Gain 2 Output Third Order Intercept Point 1 dB Gain Compression Point 2 75 15 10 0.3 0.3 0.3 0.3 0.45 0.4 0.4 0.4 19.7 20.8 21.1 22.4 18 15.5 15.7 18 16 21 21.5 26.5 18 22 26 29 10 11.5 15.5 16 10 11.5 15.5 16 150 150 0.9 Notes: 1. Guaranteed at wafer probe. 2. Measurements obtained at fixed tuned system. Absolute Maximum Ratings 1 Parameter Rating Parameter Rating Parameter Rating Drain-Source Voltage 2 Gate-Source Voltage 2 +5.5 V Drain Current 2 Idss 3 A Channel Temperature +175ºC -5.0 V Total Pwr Dissipation 560 mW Storage Temperature -65ºC to +160ºC Gate-Drain Voltage 2 -5.0 V RF Input Power Thermal Resistance 170ºC/W 17 dBm Notes: 1. Operation of this device above any one of these parameters may cause permanent damage 2. Assumes DC quiescent conditions. RF OFF. 3. Vgs=0V Mimix Broadband, Inc., 10795 Rockley Rd., Houston, Texas 77099 Tel: 281.988.4600 Fax: 281.988.4615 mimixbroadband.com Page 2 of 8 Characteristic Data and Specifications are subject to change without notice. ©2008 Mimix Broadband, Inc. Export of this item may require appropriate export licensing from the U.S. Government. In purchasing these parts, U.S. Domestic customers accept their obligation to be compliant with U.S. Export Laws. 0.1-10.0 GHz Low Noise, Medium Power pHEMT in a Surface Mount Plastic Package May 2008 - Rev 12-May-08 CFS0103-SB Typical Pulsed I-V Performance CFS0103-SB I-V Curves 90 0.0 V 80 -0.1 V Ids (mA) 70 -0.2 V -0.3 V 60 -0.4 V 50 -0.5 V 40 -0.6 V 30 -0.8 V 20 -1.2 V -0.7 V 10 0 0 0.5 1 1.5 2 2.5 3 3.5 4 4.5 5 Vds (Volts) Block diagram of 2.0 GHz production test board used for Noise Figure, Associated Gain, P1dB, and OIP3 measurements. Circuit Losses have been de-embedded from actual Measurements. Input 50 Ohm Transmission Line Including Gate Bias T (0.5 dB Loss) Input Matching Circuit Tau-Mag = 0.54 T-Ang = 15º (0.4 dB Loss) DUT 50 Ohm Transmission Line Including Drain Bias T (0.5 dB Loss) Mimix Broadband, Inc., 10795 Rockley Rd., Houston, Texas 77099 Tel: 281.988.4600 Fax: 281.988.4615 mimixbroadband.com Output Page 3 of 8 Characteristic Data and Specifications are subject to change without notice. ©2008 Mimix Broadband, Inc. Export of this item may require appropriate export licensing from the U.S. Government. In purchasing these parts, U.S. Domestic customers accept their obligation to be compliant with U.S. Export Laws. 0.1-10.0 GHz Low Noise, Medium Power pHEMT in a Surface Mount Plastic Package May 2008 - Rev 12-May-08 CFS0103-SB Typical Performance CFS0103-SB NFmin Vs Frequency Vs Current @ 3V 2.00 2.00 1.80 1.80 1.60 1.60 1.40 1.40 NF (dB) NF (dB) CFS0103-SB NFmin Vs Frequency Vs Current @ 2V 1.20 1.00 1.20 1.00 0.80 0.80 0.60 0.60 0.40 0.40 0.20 0.20 0.00 0.00 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 0 1 2 3 Frequency (GHz) 10mA 20mA 40mA 60mA 10mA 6 7 8 9 10 20mA 40mA 8 9 10 8 9 10 60mA CFS0103-SB NFmin Vs Frequency Vs Voltage @ 10mA 2.00 2.00 1.80 1.80 1.60 1.60 1.40 1.40 NF (dB) NF (dB) 5 Frequency (GHz) CFS0103-SB NFmin Vs Frequency Vs Current @ 4V 1.20 1.00 1.20 1.00 0.80 0.80 0.60 0.60 0.40 0.40 0.20 0.20 0.00 0.00 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 10 1 2 3 Frequency (GHz) 10mA 20mA 40mA 60mA 1.60 Gain (dB) 1.40 1.20 1.00 0.80 0.60 0.40 0.20 0.00 2 3 4 5 6 3V 7 7 3V 4V 8 9 10 24.0 23.0 22.0 21.0 20.0 19.0 18.0 17.0 16.0 15.0 14.0 13.0 12.0 11.0 10.0 9.0 8.0 7.0 6.0 5.0 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Frequency (GHz) Frequency (GHz) 2V 6 CFS0103-SB Associated Gain Vs Frequency Vs Current @ 2V 1.80 1 5 2V 2.00 0 4 Frequency (GHz) CFS0103-SB NFmin Vs Frequency Vs Voltage @ 40mA NF (dB) 4 4V 10mA 20mA Mimix Broadband, Inc., 10795 Rockley Rd., Houston, Texas 77099 Tel: 281.988.4600 Fax: 281.988.4615 mimixbroadband.com 40mA 60mA Page 4 of 8 Characteristic Data and Specifications are subject to change without notice. ©2008 Mimix Broadband, Inc. Export of this item may require appropriate export licensing from the U.S. Government. In purchasing these parts, U.S. Domestic customers accept their obligation to be compliant with U.S. Export Laws. 0.1-10.0 GHz Low Noise, Medium Power pHEMT in a Surface Mount Plastic Package May 2008 - Rev 12-May-08 CFS0103-SB Typical Performance (cont.) CFS0103-SB Associated Gain Vs Frequency Vs Current @ 3V 25.0 24.0 23.0 22.0 21.0 20.0 19.0 18.0 17.0 16.0 15.0 14.0 13.0 12.0 11.0 10.0 9.0 8.0 7.0 6.0 5.0 Gain (dB) 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 24.0 23.0 22.0 21.0 20.0 19.0 18.0 17.0 16.0 15.0 14.0 13.0 12.0 11.0 10.0 9.0 8.0 7.0 6.0 5.0 10 0 1 2 3 4 10mA 40mA 20mA 60mA 10mA 21.0 20.0 19.0 18.0 17.0 16.0 15.0 14.0 13.0 12.0 11.0 10.0 9.0 8.0 7.0 6.0 5.0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 20mA 3V 8 9 10 0 1 2 8 9 10 40mA 8 9 10 60mA 3 4 5 6 7 Frequency (GHz) 4V 2V 3V 4V CFS0103-SB OIP3 & P1dB Vs Current Vs Voltage @ 2GHz CFS0103-SB OIP3 & P1dB Vs Current Vs Voltage @ 1GHz 35 35 30 30 30 30 25 25 25 25 20 20 15 15 10 10 OIP3 (dBm) 35 Output Power (dBm) OIP3 (dBm) 7 24.0 23.0 22.0 21.0 20.0 19.0 18.0 17.0 16.0 15.0 14.0 13.0 12.0 11.0 10.0 9.0 8.0 7.0 6.0 5.0 Frequency (GHz) 2V 6 CFS0103-SB Associated Gain Vs Frequency Vs Voltage @ 40mA Gain (dB) Gain (dB) CFS0103-SB Associated Gain Vs Frequency Vs Voltage @ 10mA 0 5 Frequency (GHz) Frequency (GHz) 35 20 20 15 15 10 10 5 5 5 5 0 0 0 0 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 0 10 20 OIP3 4V OIP3 3V OIP3 2V P1dB 2V 30 40 50 60 70 Current (mA) Current (mA) P1dB 4V P1dB 3V OIP3 4V OIP3 3V OIP3 2V Mimix Broadband, Inc., 10795 Rockley Rd., Houston, Texas 77099 Tel: 281.988.4600 Fax: 281.988.4615 mimixbroadband.com P1dB 4V P1dB 3V P1dB 2V Page 5 of 8 Characteristic Data and Specifications are subject to change without notice. ©2008 Mimix Broadband, Inc. Export of this item may require appropriate export licensing from the U.S. Government. In purchasing these parts, U.S. Domestic customers accept their obligation to be compliant with U.S. Export Laws. Output Power (dBm) Gain (dB) CFS0103-SB Associated Gain Vs Frequency Vs Current @ 3V 0.1-10.0 GHz Low Noise, Medium Power pHEMT in a Surface Mount Plastic Package May 2008 - Rev 12-May-08 CFS0103-SB Considerations When Designing for Optimum Noise Figure Using Noise Parameters For any two-port network, the noise figure gives a measure of the amount of noise added to a signal transmitted through that network. In this datasheet we have given the NFmin and the corresponding optimum source resistance values for the device under various bias conditions. NFmin represents the true minimum noise figure when the device is presented with an impedance matching network that transforms the source impedance typically 50 ohms to that optimum noise matching impedance referred to as Gopt. All stability considerations still apply, of course. If the calculated Rollet stability factor (K) is less than 1, then the source and load reflection coefficients must be carefully chosen. For an accurate graphical depiction of the unstable regions, it is best to draw stability circles. In practice the impedance that minimizes the noise figure is different from the impedance that minimizes the return loss. Matching techniques such as inductive feedback will be used to bring the noise match closer to this gain match. An additional inherent danger of this technique is the increased instability of the design at higher frequencies. As the frequency increases the source inductance will also increase, this increases the amount of feedback to the devices source up to an oscillation level. This issue can be reduced by carefully choosing the input and output matching topology so that the transducer gain is limited at the frequency of potential oscillation. Design of a high pass / low pass matching network on the input and output is one solution that addresses this problem. Careful simulation is essential using the wideband s-parameters provided and can only be achieved through careful modeling of all components utilized in the design, including: 1. Accurate high frequency models for all surface mount components used. 2. Accurate models of the board characteristics including loss tangents and metal thickness. 3. Use of Via holes and via pads instead of perfect grounds where used. In any case if the reflection coefficient of the chosen matching network is other than Gopt, then the noise figure of the device will be greater than NFmin. The losses of the matching circuits are also non-zero and it must be considered that the noise figure of the completed amplifier is equal to the noise figure of the device plus the losses of the matching network preceding the device. The losses of the matching networks are related to the Q of the components and associated printed circuit board loss. In general larger gate width devices will typically have a lower Gopt as compared to smaller gate width devices. Matching to higher impedance devices requires very hi-Q components in order to minimize circuit losses. The main reason for using smaller gate width devices is the trade-off of current consumption and optimum noise performance. Typical Reflow Profiles Mimix Broadband, Inc., 10795 Rockley Rd., Houston, Texas 77099 Tel: 281.988.4600 Fax: 281.988.4615 mimixbroadband.com Page 6 of 8 Characteristic Data and Specifications are subject to change without notice. ©2008 Mimix Broadband, Inc. Export of this item may require appropriate export licensing from the U.S. Government. In purchasing these parts, U.S. Domestic customers accept their obligation to be compliant with U.S. Export Laws. 0.1-10.0 GHz Low Noise, Medium Power pHEMT in a Surface Mount Plastic Package May 2008 - Rev 12-May-08 CFS0103-SB Physical Dimensions - SB Package (SOT-343) Mimix reserves the right to make changes without further notice to any products herein. Mimix makes no warranty, repres entation or guarantee regarding the suitability of its products for any particular purpose, nor does Mimix assume any liability arising out of the application or use of any product or circuit, and specifically disclaims any and all liability, including without limitation consequential or incidental damages. "Typical" parameters can and do vary in different applications. All operating parameters, including "Typicals" must be validated for each customer application by customer's technical experts. Mimix doe s not convey any license under its patent rights nor the rights of others. Mimix products are not designed, intended, or authorized for use as components in systems intended for surgical implant into the body, or other applications intended to support or sustain life, or for any other application in which the failure of the Mimix p roduct could create a situation where personal injury or death may occur. Should Buyer purchase or use Mimix products for any such unintended or unauthorized application, Buyer shall indemnify and hold Mimix and its officers, employees, subsidiaries, affiliates, and distributors harmless against all claims, costs, damages, and expens es, and reasonable attorney fees arising out of, directly or indirectly, any claim of personal injury or death associated with such unintended or unauthorized use, even if such claim alleges that Mimix was negligent regarding the design or manufacture of the part. Mimix Broadband is a registered trademark of Mimix Broadband, Inc. Mimix is an equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Mimix Broadband, Inc., 10795 Rockley Rd., Houston, Texas 77099 Tel: 281.988.4600 Fax: 281.988.4615 mimixbroadband.com Page 7 of 8 Characteristic Data and Specifications are subject to change without notice. ©2008 Mimix Broadband, Inc. Export of this item may require appropriate export licensing from the U.S. Government. In purchasing these parts, U.S. Domestic customers accept their obligation to be compliant with U.S. Export Laws. 0.1-10.0 GHz Low Noise, Medium Power pHEMT in a Surface Mount Plastic Package May 2008 - Rev 12-May-08 CFS0103-SB Handling and Assembly Information CAUTION! - Mimix Broadband MMIC Products contain gallium arsenide (GaAs) which can be hazardous to the human body and the environment. For safety, observe the following procedures: Do not ingest. Do not alter the form of this product into a gas, powder, or liquid through burning, crushing, or chemical processing as these by-products are dangerous to the human body if inhaled, ingested, or swallowed. Observe government laws and company regulations when discarding this product. This product must be discarded in accordance with methods specified by applicable hazardous waste procedures. Life Support Policy - Mimix Broadband's products are not authorized for use as critical components in life support devices or systems without the express written approval of the President and General Counsel of Mimix Broadband. As used herein: (1) Life support devices or systems are devices or systems which, (a) are intended for surgical implant into the body, or (b) support or sustain life, and whose failure to perform when properly used in accordance with instructions for use provided in the labeling, can be reasonably expected to result in a significant injury to the user. (2) A critical component is any component of a life support device or system whose failure to perform can be reasonably expected to cause the failure of the life support device or system, or to affect its safety or effectiveness. Package Attachment - This packaged product from Mimix Broadband is provided as a rugged surface mount package compatible with high volume solder installation. Care should be taken not to apply heavy pressure to the top or base material to avoid package damage. Vacuum tools or other suitable pick and place equipment may be used to pick and place this part. Care should be taken to ensure that there are no voids or gaps in the solder connection so that good RF, DC and ground connections are maintained. Voids or gaps can eventually lead not only to RF performance degradation, but reduced reliability and life of the product due to thermal stress. Mimix Lead-Free RoHS Compliant Program - Mimix has an active program in place to meet customer and governmental requirements for eliminating lead (Pb) and other environmentally hazardous materials from our products. All Mimix RoHS compliant components are form, fit and functional replacements for their non-RoHS equivalents. Lead plating of our RoHS compliant parts is 100% matte tin (Sn) over copper alloy and is backwards compatible with current standard SnPb low-temperature reflow processes as well as higher temperature (260°C reflow) “Pb Free” processes. Ordering Information Part Number for Ordering CFS0103-SB-0G00 CFS0103-SB-0G0T Description Matte Tin plated RoHS compliant SOT-343 surface mount package in bulk quantity Matte Tin plated RoHS compliant SOT-343 surface mount package in tape and reel PB-CFS0103-SB-00A0 PB-CFS0103-SB-00B0 PB-CFS0103-SB-00D0 Evaluation Board for 900MHz with SMA connectors Evaluation Board for 1900MHz ~ 2700 with SMA connectors Evaluation Board for 3500MHz with SMA connectors We also offer the plastic packages with SnPb (Tin-Lead) or NiPdAu plating. Please contact your regional sales manager for more information regarding different plating types Caution: ESD Sensitive Appropriate precautions in handling, packaging and testing devices must be observed. Proper ESD procedures should be followed when handling this device. Mimix Broadband, Inc., 10795 Rockley Rd., Houston, Texas 77099 Tel: 281.988.4600 Fax: 281.988.4615 mimixbroadband.com Page 8 of 8 Characteristic Data and Specifications are subject to change without notice. ©2008 Mimix Broadband, Inc. Export of this item may require appropriate export licensing from the U.S. Government. In purchasing these parts, U.S. Domestic customers accept their obligation to be compliant with U.S. Export Laws.