20.0-38.0 GHz GaAs MMIC Low Noise Amplifier, 3x3mm QFN L1010-QT February 2008 - Rev 21-Feb-08 Features 17.0 dB Small Signal Gain 3.0 dB Noise Figure Single, Positive Bias Supply 3x3mm QFN Package 100% RF Tested General Description Mimix Broadband’s three stage 20.0-38.0 GHz GaAs MMIC low noise amplifier has a small signal gain of 17.0 dB with a noise figure of 3.0 dB. The device comes in a RoHS compliant, 3x3mm QFN package and requires only a single positive bias supply. The devices uses Mimix Broadband’s 0.15 µm GaAs PHEMT device model technology, and is based upon electron beam lithography to ensure high repeatability and uniformity. The device is well suited to multiple receiver applications which require broadband performance with simple bias requirements and the ease of volume manufacturing with 3x3mm QFN packaging. Absolute Maximum Ratings Supply Voltage (Vd) Supply Current (Id1,2,3) Input Power (Pin) Storage Temperature (Tstg) Operating Temperature (Ta) Channel Temperature (Tch) +7.0 VDC 70 mA +12.0 dBm -65 to +165 OC -55 to MTTF Graph1 MTTF Graph1 (1) Channel temperature affects a device's MTTF. It is recommended to keep channel temperature as low as possible for maximum life. Electrical Characteristics (Ambient Temperature T = 25 oC) Parameter Frequency Range (f ) Input Return Loss (S11) Output Return Loss (S22) Small Signal Gain (S21) Gain Flatness ( S21) Reverse Isolation (S12) Noise Figure (NF) Output Power for 1dB Compression (P1dB) Drain Bias Voltage (Vd) Supply Current (Id) Units GHz dB dB dB dB dB dB dBm VDC mA Min. 20.0 3.0 - Typ. 12.0 15.0 17.0 +/-2.0 45.0 3.0 TBD 4.0 45 Mimix Broadband, Inc., 10795 Rockley Rd., Houston, Texas 77099 Tel: 281.988.4600 Fax: 281.988.4615 mimixbroadband.com Max. 38.0 5.0 60 Page 1 of 5 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. 20.0-38.0 GHz GaAs MMIC Low Noise Amplifier, 3x3mm QFN L1010-QT February 2008 - Rev 21-Feb-08 Low Noise Amplifier Measurements XL1010-QT: Small Signal Gain vs. Freq (GHz) XL1010-QT: Input Return Loss vs. Freq (GHz) 25 0 -5 20 dB|S21| dB|S11| -10 -15 15 10 -20 , Vdd=3 , Vdd=4 , Vdd=5 -25 , Vdd=3 , Vdd=4 , Vdd=5 5 0 -30 10 15 20 25 30 35 10 40 15 20 XL1010-QT: Reverse Isolation vs. Freq (GHz) 30 35 40 XL1010-QT: Output Return Loss vs. Freq (GHz) 0 0 , Vdd=3 , Vdd=4 , Vdd=5 -10 -5 -20 -10 dB|S22| dB|S12| 25 Freq (GHz) Freq (GHz) -30 -15 -20 -40 , Vdd=3 , Vdd=4 , Vdd=5 -25 -50 -30 -60 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 Freq (GHz) Freq (GHz) XL1010-QT: Noise Figure (dB) vs. Frequency (GHz) 10 9 8 Noise Figure (dB) 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 18 20 22 24 26 28 30 32 34 36 38 40 Frequency (GHz) Mimix Broadband, Inc., 10795 Rockley Rd., Houston, Texas 77099 Tel: 281.988.4600 Fax: 281.988.4615 mimixbroadband.com Page 2 of 5 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. 20.0-38.0 GHz GaAs MMIC Low Noise Amplifier, 3x3mm QFN L1010-QT February 2008 - Rev 21-Feb-08 Package Dimensions/Layout Functional Block Diagram/Board Layout gnd gnd gnd VD 1 6 1 5 1 4 1 3 Pin Designations 1 12 gnd 2 11 RF Out gnd 3 10 gnd gnd 4 9 gnd gnd RF In 5 6 7 8 gnd gnd gnd gnd Pin Number Pin Name Pin Function Nominal Value 1 GND Ground 2 RF In RF Input 3-10 GND Ground 11 RF Out RF Output 12 GND Ground 13 VD Drain Bias 4V, 45 mA 14-16 GND Ground Mimix Broadband, Inc., 10795 Rockley Rd., Houston, Texas 77099 Tel: 281.988.4600 Fax: 281.988.4615 mimixbroadband.com Page 3 of 5 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. 20.0-38.0 GHz GaAs MMIC Low Noise Amplifier, 3x3mm QFN L1010-QT February 2008 - Rev 21-Feb-08 App Note [1] Biasing - The device is operated with a single, positive bias supply. The device performance is insensitive to changes in bias condition; however, gain and power handling can be slightly improved with higher bias conditions without significantly affecting the noise figure performance. Typical biasing conditions within the specified performance ranges are Vd=3V, 35mA, Vd=4V, 45mA, Vd=5V, 55mA. PCB Board Layout Vd RF In RF Out MTTF Tables (TBD) These numbers were calculated based on accelerated life test information and thermal model analysis received from the fabricating foundry. Backplate Temperature Channel Temperature Rth MTTF Hours FITs 55 deg Celsius Deg Celsius C/W E+ E+ 75 deg Celsius Deg Celsius C/W E+ E+ 95 deg Celsius Deg Celsius C/W E+ E+ Bias Conditions: Vd=3V, 35mA, Vd=4V, 45mA, Vd=5V, 55mA Mimix Broadband, Inc., 10795 Rockley Rd., Houston, Texas 77099 Tel: 281.988.4600 Fax: 281.988.4615 mimixbroadband.com Page 4 of 5 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. 20.0-38.0 GHz GaAs MMIC Low Noise Amplifier, 3x3mm QFN L1010-QT February 2008 - Rev 21-Feb-08 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 byproducts 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. 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. Typical Reflow Profiles Reflow Profile Ramp Up Rate Activation Time and Temperature Time Above Melting Point Max Peak Temperature Time Within 5 ºC of Peak Ramp Down Rate SnPb 3-4 ºC/sec 60-120 sec @ 140-160 ºC 60-150 sec 240 ºC 10-20 sec 4-6 ºC/sec Pb Free 3-4 ºC/sec 60-180 sec @ 170-200 ºC 60-150 sec 265 ºC 10-20 sec 4-6 ºC/sec Factory Automation and Identification Mimix Designator Package Type -QT QFN (3x3mm) Component Orientation: Number of leads offered W Tape Width P1 Component Pitch P0 Hole Pitch Reel Diameter Units per Reel 16 12mm 8mm 4mm 329mm (13in) 2000 Parts are to be oriented with the PIN 1 closest to the tape's round sprocket holes on the tape’s trailing edge. Note: Tape and Reel packaging is ordered with a -000T suffix. Package is available in 500 unit reels through designated sales channels. Minimum order quantities should be discussed with your local sales representative. 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 Description XL1010-QT-0G00 XL1010-QT-0G0T XL1010-QT-EV1 Matte Tin plated RoHS compliant 3x3 16L QFN surface mount package in bulk quantity Matte Tin plated RoHS compliant 3x3 16L QFN surface mount package in tape and reel XL1010-QT evaluation board 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 5 of 5 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.