17.0-25.0 GHz GaAs MMIC Power Amplifier, QFN P1022-QF November 2006 - Rev 15-Nov-06 Features Excellent Transmit Output Stage Temperature Compensated Output Detector On-Chip ESD Protection 20.0 dB Small Signal Gain +28.0 dBm P1dB Compression Point RoHS Compliant SMD, 4x4 mm QFN Package 100% RF, DC and Output Power Testing General Description Mimix Broadband’s three stage 17.0-25.0 GHz GaAs MMIC buffer amplifier has a small signal gain of 20.0 dB with a +28.0 dBm P1dB output compression point across much of the band. The device also includes a temperature compensated output power detector. This MMIC 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 comes in a RoHS compliant 4x4mm QFN Surface Mount Package offering excellent RF and thermal properties. This device is well suited for Millimeter-wave Point-to-Point Radio, LMDS, SATCOM and VSAT applications. Absolute Maximum Ratings Supply Voltage (Vd) Supply Current (Id1,2,3) Gate Bias Voltage (Vg) Input Power (Pin) Storage Temperature (Tstg) Operating Temperature (Ta) Channel Temperature (Tch) +6.0 VDC 145, 290, 580 mA +0.3 VDC +19.0 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) Output Power for 1dB Compression (P1dB) 2 Drain Bias Voltage (Vd1,2,3) (Vdet) Gate Bias Voltage (Vg1,2,3) Supply Current (Id1) (Vd=5.0V, Vg=-0.7V Typical) Supply Current (Id2) (Vd=5.0V, Vg=-0.7V Typical) Supply Current (Id3) (Vd=5.0V, Vg=-0.7V Typical) Detector (diff ) Output at 20 dBm3 Units GHz dB dB dB dB dB dBm VDC VDC mA mA mA VDC Min. 17.0 -1.0 - Typ. 9.0 10.0 20.0 +/-2.0 50.0 +28.0 +5.0 -0.7 100 200 400 0.38 Max. 25.0 +5.5 0.0 120 240 480 - (2) Measured using constant current. (3) Measured with Vdet=5.0V 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. ©2006 Mimix Broadband, Inc. 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In purchasing these parts, U.S. Domestic customers accept their obligation to be compliant with U.S. Export Laws. 17.0-25.0 GHz GaAs MMIC Power Amplifier, QFN P1022-QF November 2006 - Rev 15-Nov-06 Power Amplifier Measurements 28 27 26 25 24 23 22 21 20 19 18 17 16 15 14 13 15.0 XP1022-QF Vd=See Legend Id1=100 mA, Id2=200 mA, Id3=400 mA Gain (dB) Gain (dB) XP1022-QF Vd=5.0 V, Id1=100 mA Id2=200 mA, Id3=400 mA 16.0 17.0 18.0 19.0 20.0 21.0 22.0 23.0 24.0 25.0 26.0 27.0 28 27 26 25 24 23 22 21 20 19 18 17 16 15 14 13 15.0 16.0 17.0 18.0 19.0 20.0 95 Deg C -15 Deg C 21.0 22.0 23.0 24.0 25.0 26.0 27.0 Frequency (GHz) Frequency (GHz) 25 Deg C Vd1,2,3=5.0V XP1022-QF Vd=5.0 V, Id1=100 mA Id2=200 mA, Id3=400 mA Vd1,2,3=5.5V Vd1,2,3=6.0V XP1022-QF Vd=See Legend Id1=100 mA, Id2=200 mA, Id3=400 mA 0 0 -5 Input Return Loss (dB) Input Return Loss (dB) -5 -10 -15 -20 -25 -10 -15 -20 -30 -35 15.0 16.0 17.0 18.0 19.0 *Includes fixture losses 20.0 21.0 22.0 23.0 24.0 25.0 26.0 -25 15.0 27.0 Frequency (GHz) 95 Deg C -15 Deg C 16.0 -5 -5 Output Return Loss (dB) Output Return Loss (dB) 0 -10 -15 -20 17.0 18.0 19.0 *Includes fixture losses 20.0 21.0 22.0 23.0 24.0 -15 Deg C 20.0 25 Deg C 21.0 22.0 23.0 24.0 25.0 26.0 27.0 Frequency (GHz) Vd1,2,3=5.5V Vd1,2,3=6.0V 25.0 26.0 27.0 -10 -15 -20 -25 15.0 16.0 17.0 18.0 19.0 *Includes fixture losses Frequency (GHz) 95 Deg C 19.0 XP1022-QF Vd=See Legend Id1=100 mA, Id2=200 mA, Id3=400 mA XP1022-QF Vd=5.0 V, Id1=100 mA Id2=200 mA, Id3=400 mA 16.0 18.0 Vd1,2,3=5.0V 25 Deg C 0 -25 15.0 17.0 *Includes fixture losses Vd1,2,3=5.0V 20.0 21.0 22.0 23.0 24.0 25.0 26.0 27.0 Frequency (GHz) Vd1,2,3=5.5V Mimix Broadband, Inc., 10795 Rockley Rd., Houston, Texas 77099 Tel: 281.988.4600 Fax: 281.988.4615 mimixbroadband.com Vd1,2,3=6.0V Page 2 of 8 Characteristic Data and Specifications are subject to change without notice. ©2006 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. 17.0-25.0 GHz GaAs MMIC Power Amplifier, QFN P1022-QF November 2006 - Rev 15-Nov-06 Power Amplifier Measurements (cont.) XP1022-QF Vd=See Legend Id1=100 mA, Id2=200 mA, Id3=400 mA 0 -10 Reverse Isolation (dB) -20 -30 -40 -50 -60 -70 -80 -90 15.0 16.0 17.0 18.0 19.0 20.0 21.0 22.0 23.0 24.0 25.0 26.0 27.0 Frequency (GHz) Vd1,2,3=5.0V Vd1,2,3=5.5V Vd1,2,3=6.0V XP1022-QF Vd=5.0 V, Id1=100 mA Id2=200 mA, Id3=400 mA 33 33 32 32 31 31 Output Power Psat (dBm) Output Power P1dB (dBm) XP1022-QF Vd=5.0 V, Id1=100 mA Id2=200 mA, Id3=400 mA 30 29 28 27 26 25 24 23 17.0 30 29 28 27 26 25 24 18.0 19.0 20.0 21.0 22.0 23.0 23 17.0 24.0 18.0 19.0 Frequency (GHz) +95 Deg C -15 Deg C + 25 Deg C +95 Deg C OIP3 (dBm) OIM3 (dBc) 18.0 19.0 20.0 21.0 22.0 23.0 24.0 -15 -16 -17 -18 -19 -20 -21 -22 -23 -24 -25 -26 -27 -28 -29 -30 17.0 18.0 19.0 -15 Deg C 22.0 23.0 24.0 -15 Deg C +25 Deg C 20.0 21.0 22.0 23.0 24.0 Frequency (GHz) Frequency (GHz) +95 Deg C 21.0 XP1022-QF, Pout=16 dBM SCL Vd=4.5 V, Id1=120 mA, Id2=125 mA, Id3=500 mA XP1022-QF, Pout=16 dBM SCL Vd=4.5 V, Id1=120 mA, Id2=125 mA, Id3=500 mA 43 42 41 40 39 38 37 36 35 34 33 32 31 30 29 28 17.0 20.0 Frequency (GHz) +25 Deg C +95 Deg C -15 Deg C Mimix Broadband, Inc., 10795 Rockley Rd., Houston, Texas 77099 Tel: 281.988.4600 Fax: 281.988.4615 mimixbroadband.com +25 Deg C Page 3 of 8 Characteristic Data and Specifications are subject to change without notice. ©2006 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. 17.0-25.0 GHz GaAs MMIC Power Amplifier, QFN P1022-QF November 2006 - Rev 15-Nov-06 Package Dimensions/Layout QF Functional Block Diagram/Board Layout Pin Description 3 Ground 4 RF Input 5 Ground 7 Vg1 9 Vg2 10 Vg3 11 Det 12 Ref 14 Ground 15 RF Output 16 Ground 19 Vd3 21 Vd2 23 Vd1 Bypass Capacitors - See App Note [2] XP1022-QF Mimix Broadband, Inc., 10795 Rockley Rd., Houston, Texas 77099 Tel: 281.988.4600 Fax: 281.988.4615 mimixbroadband.com Page 4 of 8 Characteristic Data and Specifications are subject to change without notice. ©2006 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. 17.0-25.0 GHz GaAs MMIC Power Amplifier, QFN P1022-QF November 2006 - Rev 15-Nov-06 App Note [1] Biasing - It is recommended to separately bias each amplifier stage Vd1 through Vd3 at Vd(1,2,3)=5.0V with Id1=100mA, Id2=200mA and Id3=400mA. Separate biasing is recommended if the amplifier is to be used at high levels of saturation, where gate rectification will alter the effective gate control voltage. For non-critical applications it is possible to parallel all stages and adjust the common gate voltage for a total drain current Id(total)=700 mA. It is also recommended to use active biasing to keep the currents constant as the RF power and temperature vary; this gives the most reproducible results. Depending on the supply voltage available and the power dissipation constraints, the bias circuit may be a single transistor or a low power operational amplifier, with a low value resistor in series with the drain supply used to sense the current. The gate of the pHEMT is controlled to maintain correct drain current and thus drain voltage. The typical gate voltage needed to do this is -0.7V. Typically the gate is protected with Silicon diodes to limit the applied voltage. Also, make sure to sequence the applied voltage to ensure negative gate bias is available before applying the positive drain supply. App Note [2] Bias Arrangement For Parallel Stage Bias (Recommended for general applications) -- The same as Individual Stage Bias but all the drain or gate pad DC bypass capacitors (~100-200 pF) can be combined. Additional DC bypass capacitance (~0.01 uF) is also recommended to all DC or combination (if gate or drains are tied together) of DC bias pads. For Individual Stage Bias (Recommended for saturated applications) - Each DC pad (Vd1,2,3 and Vg1,2,3) needs to have DC bypass capacitance (~100-200 pF) as close to the device as possible. Additional DC bypass capacitance (~0.01 uF) is also recommended. VD2 VD3 VD1 10 nF 10 nF 10 nF XP1022-QF RF IN RF OUT 50 Ohm Line 50 Ohm Line V_REF 1 M ohm VG1 1 M Ohm +5 V VG2 VG3 10 nF V_DET 100 PF 10 nF 100 PF 100 PF 10 nF Mimix Broadband, Inc., 10795 Rockley Rd., Houston, Texas 77099 Tel: 281.988.4600 Fax: 281.988.4615 mimixbroadband.com Page 5 of 8 Characteristic Data and Specifications are subject to change without notice. ©2006 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. 17.0-25.0 GHz GaAs MMIC Power Amplifier, QFN P1022-QF November 2006 - Rev 15-Nov-06 App Note [3] On Board Detector – The output signal of the power amplifier is coupled via a 15 dB directional coupler to a detector, which comprises a diode connected to the signal path, and a second diode used to provide a temperature compensation signal. The common bias terminal is Vdet, and is nominally set to forward bias both diodes. The Vdet port can be connected directly to a 5V bias, and given the internal series resistance, results in about 1mA of bias current. App Note [4] Output Power Adjust Using Drain/Gate Control – This device has a very useful additional feature. The output power can be adjusted by lowering the combined drain voltages and individual or combined gate voltages towards pinch off without sacrificing much in the way of Input/Output 3rd Order Intercept Point. Improvements to the IIP3/OIP3 while attenuating the gain are also possible with individual gate control. Data here has been taken using combined drain and gate control (all gates changed together) to lower the device’s output power. The results are shown below. Additionally, the accompanying graph shows the typical level of attenuation achievable as the drain and gate is adjusted at various levels until pinch-off. 1200 , Input Freq (GHz)=17.5 1100 , Input Freq (GHz)=18 , Input Freq (GHz)=18.5 1000 , Input Freq (GHz)=19 Video (mV) 900 , Input Freq (GHz)=19.5 800 , Input Freq (GHz)=17.5 700 , Input Freq (GHz)=18 600 , Input Freq (GHz)=18.5 , Input Freq (GHz)=19 500 , Input Freq (GHz)=19.5 400 , Input Freq (GHz)=17.5 300 , Input Freq (GHz)=18 200 , Input Freq (GHz)=18.5 , Input Freq (GHz)=19 100 , Input Freq (GHz)=19.5 0 -20 -15 -10 -5 0 5 10 15 20 25 30 Power out (dBm) 30 25 Output Power (dBm) 20 15 10 5 , Input Freq (GHz)=17.5 , Input Freq (GHz)=18 , Input Freq (GHz)=18.5 , Input Freq (GHz)=19 , Input Freq (GHz)=19.5 0 -5 -10 -15 -20 -25 0 100 200 300 400 500 600 700 800 900 1000 D/A Value 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. ©2006 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. 17.0-25.0 GHz GaAs MMIC Power Amplifier, QFN P1022-QF November 2006 - Rev 15-Nov-06 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: Vd1,2,3=5.0V, Id1=100 mA, Id2=200 mA, Id3=300mA Typical Application XB1004-QC, or XB1009-QT XU1002-QD XP1022-QF Sideband Reject IF IN 2.0 GHz RF Out 17.7-19.7 GHz LO(+2.0dBm) 7.85-8.85 GHz (USB Operation) 9.85-10.85 GHz (LSB Operation) Mimix Broadband MMIC-based 18.0-25.0 GHz Transmitter Block Diagram (Changing LO and IF frequencies as required allows design to operate as high as 25.0 GHz) Mimix Broadband's 18.0-25.0 GHz XU1002 GaAs MMIC Transmitter can be used in saturated radio applications and linear modulation schemes up to 16 QAM. The transmitter can be used in upper and lower sideband applications from 18.0-25.0 GHz. 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. ©2006 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. 17.0-25.0 GHz GaAs MMIC Power Amplifier, QFN P1022-QF November 2006 - Rev 15-Nov-06 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. 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 Number of leads offered W Tape Width P1 Component Pitch P0 Hole Pitch Reel Diameter Units per Reel -QF QFN (4x4mm) 24 12mm 8mm 4mm 329mm (13in) 2000 Component Orientation: 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% matt 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. Part Number for Ordering XP1022-QF-0N00 XP1022-QF-EV1 Description Gold plated RoHS compliant 4x4 24L QFN surface mount package in bulk quantity XP1022-QF evaluation board 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. ©2006 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.