MAAP-000069-PKG003 Amplifier, Power, 1.6W 7.7—11.7 GHz M/A-COM Products (PIN 1) N/C The MAAP-000069-PKG003 is a 4-stage 1.6W power amplifier with on-chip bias networks in a 20 lead MLP package, allowing easy assembly. This product is fully matched to 50 ohms on both the input and output. It can be used as a power amplifier stage or as a driver stage in high power applications. RF IN N/C N/C VGG Each device is 100% RF tested to ensure performance compliance. The part is fabricated using M/A-COM’s GaAs Multifunction SelfAligned Gate (MSAG) Process. The 5 mm PQFN package has a lead-free lead finish that is RoHS compliant and compatible with a 260oC reflow temperature. The package also features low lead inductance and an excellent thermal path. The MTTF is 1,000,000 hours at 170oC. N/C N/C VDD N/C RF OUT N/C N/C VDD N/C N/C Description N/C YYWW AP069G XXX MACOM N/C 1.6 Watt Saturated Output Power Level Variable Drain Voltage (6-10V) Operation MSAG™ Process RoHS Compliant N/C ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ VGG (PIN 20) Features N/C Rev C Primary Applications ♦ Point-to-Point Radio ♦ 7, 8 and 11 GHz Bands Ordering Information Description Die Tape & Reel (500) Tape & Reel (1000) Packaged Sample Board Part Number MAAPGM0069-DIE MAAP-000069-TR0500 MAAP-000069-TR1000 MAAP-000069-SMB003 Electrical Characteristics: TB = 30°C1, Z0 = 50 Ω, VDD = 8V, IDQ = 750mA2, Pin = 6 dBm, RG = 100 Ω Parameter 1 1. 2. Symbol Min Bandwidth f 7.7 Output Power POUT 30 1-dB Compression Point Typical Max Units 11.7 GHz 32 dBm P1dB 31.5 dBm Power Added Efficiency PAE 20 % Small Signal Gain G 27 dB 24 Input VSWR VSWR 1.3:1 Output VSWR VSWR 2.7:1 Gate Current IGG 6 Drain Current IDD 1.1 Output Third Order Intercept Pout = 18 dBm (SCL) TOI Output Third Order Intermod, Pout = 18 dBm (SCL) IM3 40 mA 1.3 A 40.5 dBm 45 dBc TB = MMIC Case Temperature Adjust VGG between –2.7 and –1.2V to achieve specified Idq. ADVANCED: Data Sheets contain information regarding a product M/A-COM is considering for • North America Tel: 800.366.2266 / Fax: 978.366.2266 development. Performance is based on target specifications, simulated results, and/or prototype • Europe Tel: 44.1908.574.200 / Fax: 44.1908.574.300 measurements. Commitment to develop is not guaranteed. • Asia/Pacific Tel: 81.44.844.8296 / Fax: 81.44.844.8298 PRELIMINARY: Data Sheets contain information regarding a product M/A-COM has under developVisit www.macom.com for additional data sheets and product information. ment. Performance is based on engineering tests. Specifications are typical. Mechanical outline has been fixed. Engineering samples and/or test data may be available. Commitment to produce in M/A-COM Inc. and its affiliates reserve the right to make changes to the product(s) or volume is not guaranteed. information contained herein without notice. MAAP-000069-PKG003 Amplifier, Power, 1.6W 7.7—11.7 GHz M/A-COM Products Rev C Maximum Ratings3 Parameter Symbol Absolute Maximum Units Input Power PIN 11.0 dBm Drain Supply Voltage VDD +12.0 V Gate Supply Voltage VGG -3.0 V Quiescent Drain Current (No RF) IDQ 1.2 A Quiescent DC Power Dissipated (No RF) PDISS 12 W Junction Temperature TJ 170 °C Storage Temperature TSTG -55 to +150 °C 3. Operation beyond these limits may result in permanent damage to the part. Recommended Operating Conditions4 Characteristic Symbol Min Typ Max Unit Drain Voltage VDD 6.0 8.0 10.0 V Gate Voltage VGG -2.7 -2.0 -1.2 V Input Power PIN 6.0 8.0 dBm Thermal Resistance ΘJC 16.7 MMIC Case Temperature TB °C/W Note 5 °C 4. Operation outside of these ranges may reduce product reliability. 5. MMIC Case Temperature = 170°C — ΘJC* VDD * IDQ Power Derating Curve, Quiescent (No RF) 14 Operating Instructions This device is static sensitive. Please handle with care. To operate the device, follow these steps. 1. Apply VGG = -2.7 V, VDD= 0 V. 2. Ramp VDD to desired voltage, typically 8.0 V. 3. Adjust VGG to set IDQ, (approximately @ –2.0 V). Peak Power Dissipation (Watts) 12 10 8 6 4 2 4. Set RF input. 0 5. Power down sequence in reverse. Turn VGG off last. -40 -20 0 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 Maximum Allowable Case Temperature (°C) 2 ADVANCED: Data Sheets contain information regarding a product M/A-COM is considering for • North America Tel: 800.366.2266 / Fax: 978.366.2266 development. Performance is based on target specifications, simulated results, and/or prototype • Europe Tel: 44.1908.574.200 / Fax: 44.1908.574.300 measurements. Commitment to develop is not guaranteed. • Asia/Pacific Tel: 81.44.844.8296 / Fax: 81.44.844.8298 PRELIMINARY: Data Sheets contain information regarding a product M/A-COM has under developVisit www.macom.com for additional data sheets and product information. ment. Performance is based on engineering tests. Specifications are typical. Mechanical outline has been fixed. Engineering samples and/or test data may be available. Commitment to produce in M/A-COM Inc. and its affiliates reserve the right to make changes to the product(s) or volume is not guaranteed. information contained herein without notice. 180 MAAP-000069-PKG003 Amplifier, Power, 1.6W 7.7—11.7 GHz M/A-COM Products Rev C 35 40 36 6 6V / 1.00A 6V / 1.00A 8V / 0.75A 10V / 0.60A 38 8V / 0.75A 30 5 10V / 0.60A 30 28 25 4 VSWR 32 Gain (dB) P1dB (dBm) 34 Small Signal Gain 20 3 26 15 24 2 Output VSWR Input VSWR 22 10 20 6.5 7.0 7.5 8.0 8.5 9.0 9.5 10.0 10.5 11.0 11.5 12.0 6.5 12.5 7.5 8.0 8.5 9.0 9.5 10.0 10.5 11.0 11.5 1 12.5 12.0 Frequency (GHz) Frequency (GHz) Figure 1. P1dB vs. Frequency and Quiescent Bias Condition (VDD / IDQ) Figure 2. Small Signal Gain and Input & Output VSWR vs. Frequency and Quiescent Bias (Vdd / IDQ) 40 35 6V / 1.00A 8V / 0.75A 10V / 0.60A 38 36 6V / 1.00A 8V / 0.75A 10V / 0.60A 30 25 34 32 PAE (%) Output Power (dBm) 7.0 30 20 15 28 26 10 24 5 22 0 6.5 7.0 7.5 8.0 8.5 9.0 9.5 10.0 10.5 11.0 11.5 12.0 6.5 12.5 7.5 8.0 8.5 9.0 9.5 10.0 10.5 11.0 11.5 12.0 12.5 Frequency (GHz) Figure 3. Saturated Output Power vs. Frequency and Quiescent Bias Condition (VDD / IDQ) Figure 4. Saturated Power Added Efficiency vs. Frequency and Quiescent Bias Condition (VDD / IDQ) 40 36 SSG (dB), POUT (dBm), PAE (%) -20ºC 35ºC 70ºC 38 Output Power (dBm) 7.0 Frequency (GHz) 34 32 30 28 26 24 22 20 40 1.6 35 1.4 30 1.2 25 1.0 20 0.8 15 SSG POUT PAE 0.6 IDS 10 0.4 5 0.2 0 6.5 7.0 7.5 8.0 8.5 9.0 9.5 10.0 10.5 11.0 11.5 Frequency (GHz) Figure 5. Saturated Output Power vs. Frequency and Case Temperature at VD = 8V and IDQ = 0.75A 12.0 12.5 0.0 -20 -10 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 Case Temperature (ºC) Figure 6. Small Signal Gain & Saturated Output Power, Power Added Efficiency and Drain Current vs. Case Temperature at 9.5 GHZ, VD = 8V, and IDQ = 0.75A 3 ADVANCED: Data Sheets contain information regarding a product M/A-COM is considering for • North America Tel: 800.366.2266 / Fax: 978.366.2266 development. Performance is based on target specifications, simulated results, and/or prototype • Europe Tel: 44.1908.574.200 / Fax: 44.1908.574.300 measurements. Commitment to develop is not guaranteed. • Asia/Pacific Tel: 81.44.844.8296 / Fax: 81.44.844.8298 PRELIMINARY: Data Sheets contain information regarding a product M/A-COM has under developVisit www.macom.com for additional data sheets and product information. ment. Performance is based on engineering tests. Specifications are typical. Mechanical outline has been fixed. Engineering samples and/or test data may be available. Commitment to produce in M/A-COM Inc. and its affiliates reserve the right to make changes to the product(s) or volume is not guaranteed. information contained herein without notice. 70 IDS (A) 20 MAAP-000069-PKG003 Amplifier, Power, 1.6W 7.7—11.7 GHz M/A-COM Products Rev C 36 32 34 30 32 28 26 28 26 Gain (dB) VD = 6V Output Power (dBm) 30 24 22 24 22 20 20 18 18 16 7.0 GHz 9.5 GHz 12.0 GHz 16 14 7.00 GHz 9.50 GHz 12.00 GHz 14 12 12 -12 -10 -8 -6 -4 -2 0 2 4 6 8 12 14 16 18 20 Input Power (dBm) 22 24 26 28 30 32 34 36 Output Power (dBm) Figure 7. Output Power vs. Input Power and Frequency at VD = 6V and IDQ = 1.00A Figure 8. Gain vs. Output Power and Frequency at VD = 6V and IDQ = 1.00A 36 32 34 30 32 28 26 28 26 Gain (dB) VD = 8V Output Power (dBm) 30 24 22 24 22 20 20 18 18 14 7.00 GHz 9.50 GHz 12.00 GHz 16 7.0 GHz 9.5 GHz 12.0 GHz 16 14 12 12 -12 -10 -8 -6 -4 -2 0 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 Input Power (dBm) 22 24 26 28 30 32 34 36 Output Power (dBm) Figure 9. Output Power vs. Input Power and Frequency at VD = 8V and IDQ = 0.75A Figure 10. Gain vs. Output Power and Frequency at VD = 8V and IDQ = 0.75A 36 32 34 30 32 28 26 28 26 Gain (dB) Output Power (dBm) VD = 10V 30 24 22 24 22 20 20 18 18 14 7.00 GHz 9.50 GHz 12.00 GHz 16 7.0 GHz 9.5 GHz 12.0 GHz 16 14 12 12 -12 -10 -8 -6 -4 -2 0 2 4 6 8 10 12 12 14 16 18 20 22 24 26 28 30 Input Power (dBm) Output Power (dBm) Figure 11. Output Power vs. Input Power and Frequency at VD = 10V and IDQ = 0.60A Figure 12. Gain vs. Output Power and Frequency at VD = 10V and IDQ = 0.60A 32 4 ADVANCED: Data Sheets contain information regarding a product M/A-COM is considering for • North America Tel: 800.366.2266 / Fax: 978.366.2266 development. Performance is based on target specifications, simulated results, and/or prototype • Europe Tel: 44.1908.574.200 / Fax: 44.1908.574.300 measurements. Commitment to develop is not guaranteed. • Asia/Pacific Tel: 81.44.844.8296 / Fax: 81.44.844.8298 PRELIMINARY: Data Sheets contain information regarding a product M/A-COM has under developVisit www.macom.com for additional data sheets and product information. ment. Performance is based on engineering tests. Specifications are typical. Mechanical outline has been fixed. Engineering samples and/or test data may be available. Commitment to produce in M/A-COM Inc. and its affiliates reserve the right to make changes to the product(s) or volume is not guaranteed. information contained herein without notice. 34 36 MAAP-000069-PKG003 Amplifier, Power, 1.6W 7.7—11.7 GHz M/A-COM Products Rev C 1.5 30 1.3 1.2 20 IDS (A) 1.1 PAE (%) VD = 6V 7.0 GHz 9.5 GHz 12.0 GHz 1.4 7.0 GHz 9.5 GHz 12.0 GHz 25 15 1.0 0.9 10 0.8 0.7 5 0.6 0 0.5 -12 -10 -8 -6 -4 -2 0 2 4 6 8 -12 -8 -6 -4 -2 0 2 4 Input Power (dBm) Figure 13. Power Added Efficiency vs. Input Power and Frequency at VD = 6V and IDQ = 1.00A Figure 14. Drain Current vs. Input Power and Frequency at VD = 6V and IDQ = 1.00A 6 8 1.5 30 7.0 GHz 9.5 GHz 12.0 GHz 1.4 7.0 GHz 9.5 GHz 12.0 GHz 25 1.3 1.2 20 IDS (A) 1.1 PAE (%) VD = 8V -10 Input Power (dBm) 15 1.0 0.9 10 0.8 0.7 5 0.6 0.5 0 -12 -10 -8 -6 -4 -2 0 2 4 6 8 -12 10 -8 -6 -4 -2 0 2 4 6 Input Power (dBm) Figure 15. Power Added Efficiency vs. Input Power and Frequency at VD = 8V and IDQ = 0.75A Figure 16. Drain Current vs. Input Power and Frequency at VD = 8V and IDQ = 0.75A 30 8 10 1.5 7.0 GHz 9.5 GHz 12.0 GHz 1.4 7.0 GHz 9.5 GHz 12.0 GHz 25 1.3 1.2 20 IDS (A) 1.1 PAE (%) VD = 10V -10 Input Power (dBm) 15 1.0 0.9 10 0.8 0.7 5 0.6 0 0.5 -12 -10 -8 -6 -4 -2 0 2 4 6 8 10 12 -12 -10 -8 -6 -4 -2 0 2 4 6 Input Power (dBm) Input Power (dBm) Figure 17. Power Added Efficiency vs. Input Power and Frequency at VD = 10V and IDQ = 0.60A Figure 18. Drain Current vs. Input Power and Frequency at VD = 10V and IDQ = 0.60A 8 5 ADVANCED: Data Sheets contain information regarding a product M/A-COM is considering for • North America Tel: 800.366.2266 / Fax: 978.366.2266 development. Performance is based on target specifications, simulated results, and/or prototype • Europe Tel: 44.1908.574.200 / Fax: 44.1908.574.300 measurements. Commitment to develop is not guaranteed. • Asia/Pacific Tel: 81.44.844.8296 / Fax: 81.44.844.8298 PRELIMINARY: Data Sheets contain information regarding a product M/A-COM has under developVisit www.macom.com for additional data sheets and product information. ment. Performance is based on engineering tests. Specifications are typical. Mechanical outline has been fixed. Engineering samples and/or test data may be available. Commitment to produce in M/A-COM Inc. and its affiliates reserve the right to make changes to the product(s) or volume is not guaranteed. information contained herein without notice. 10 12 MAAP-000069-PKG003 Amplifier, Power, 1.6W 7.7—11.7 GHz M/A-COM Products Rev C 60 100 55 50 7 GHz 8 GHz 9 GHz 10 GHz 11 GHz 12 GHz 90 7 GHz 9 GHz 11 GHz 80 8 GHz 10 GHz 12 GHz IM3 (dBc) IP3 (dBm) VD = 6V 70 45 40 35 60 50 40 30 30 20 25 10 20 0 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 22 24 26 28 2 4 6 Fundamental Output Power - Single Carrier (dBm) 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 22 24 26 28 Fundamental Output Power - Single Carrier (dBm) Figure 19. Third Order Intercept vs. Output Power and Frequency at VD = 6V and IDQ = 1.00A Figure 20. Third Order Intermod vs. Output Power and Frequency at VD = 6V and IDQ = 1.00A 100 60 55 7 GHz 9 GHz 11 GHz 50 90 8 GHz 10 GHz 12 GHz 7 GHz 9 GHz 11 GHz 80 8 GHz 10 GHz 12 GHz IM3 (dBc) IP3 (dBm) VD = 8V 70 45 40 35 60 50 40 30 30 20 25 10 0 20 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 22 24 26 2 28 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 22 24 26 28 Fundamental Output Power - Single Carrier (dBm) Fundamental Output Power - Single Carrier (dBm) Figure 22. Third Order Intermod vs. Output Power and Frequency at VD = 8V and IDQ = 0.75A Figure 21. Third Order Intercept vs. Output Power and Frequency at VD = 8V and IDQ = 0.75A 100 60 90 55 7 GHz 9 GHz 11 GHz 50 8 GHz 10 GHz 12 GHz 7 GHz 9 GHz 11 GHz 80 8 GHz 10 GHz 12 GHz IM3 (dBc) IP3 (dBm) VD = 10V 70 45 40 35 60 50 40 30 30 20 25 10 20 0 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 22 24 Fundamental Output Power - Single Carrier (dBm) Figure 23. Third Order Intercept vs. Output Power and Frequency at VD = 10V and IDQ = 0.60A 26 28 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 22 24 Fundamental Output Power - Single Carrier (dBm) Figure 24. Third Order Intermod vs. Output Power and Frequency at VD = 10V and IDQ = 0.60A 6 ADVANCED: Data Sheets contain information regarding a product M/A-COM is considering for • North America Tel: 800.366.2266 / Fax: 978.366.2266 development. Performance is based on target specifications, simulated results, and/or prototype • Europe Tel: 44.1908.574.200 / Fax: 44.1908.574.300 measurements. Commitment to develop is not guaranteed. • Asia/Pacific Tel: 81.44.844.8296 / Fax: 81.44.844.8298 PRELIMINARY: Data Sheets contain information regarding a product M/A-COM has under developVisit www.macom.com for additional data sheets and product information. ment. Performance is based on engineering tests. Specifications are typical. Mechanical outline has been fixed. Engineering samples and/or test data may be available. Commitment to produce in M/A-COM Inc. and its affiliates reserve the right to make changes to the product(s) or volume is not guaranteed. information contained herein without notice. 26 28 MAAP-000069-PKG003 M/A-COM Products Rev C 60 60 55 55 50 50 45 45 IM3 (dBc) IP3 (dBc) Amplifier, Power, 1.6W 7.7—11.7 GHz 40 40 35 35 30 25 7 GHz 8 GHz 9 GHz 10 GHz 11 GHz 12 GHz 30 25 7 GHz 8 GHz 9 GHz 10 GHz 11 GHz 12 GHz 20 20 -20 -10 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 -20 -10 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 Case Temperature (ºC) Case Temperature (ºC) Figure 25. Third Order Intercept vs. Case Temperature and Frequency at Single Carrier Output Power Level = 19dBm, VD = 8V and IDQ = 0.75A Figure 25. Third Order Intercept vs. Case Temperature and Frequency at Single Carrier Output Power Level = 19dBm, VD = 8V and IDQ = 0.75A 7 ADVANCED: Data Sheets contain information regarding a product M/A-COM is considering for • North America Tel: 800.366.2266 / Fax: 978.366.2266 development. Performance is based on target specifications, simulated results, and/or prototype • Europe Tel: 44.1908.574.200 / Fax: 44.1908.574.300 measurements. Commitment to develop is not guaranteed. • Asia/Pacific Tel: 81.44.844.8296 / Fax: 81.44.844.8298 PRELIMINARY: Data Sheets contain information regarding a product M/A-COM has under developVisit www.macom.com for additional data sheets and product information. ment. Performance is based on engineering tests. Specifications are typical. Mechanical outline has been fixed. Engineering samples and/or test data may be available. Commitment to produce in M/A-COM Inc. and its affiliates reserve the right to make changes to the product(s) or volume is not guaranteed. information contained herein without notice. 70 MAAP-000069-PKG003 Amplifier, Power, 1.6W 7.7—11.7 GHz M/A-COM Products Rev C o AP069G o Figure 27. 5x5 mm 20-Lead MLP. VDD 100pF* (PIN 1) N/C VGG N/C VDD N/C N/C 0.1μF N/C N/C RF OUT N/C N/C VDD N/C N/C RF IN N/C YYWW AP069G XXX MACOM N/C N/C RF ports are internally DC blocked. N/C VGG (PIN 20) 100pF* 100 ⎠ VGG RG 0.1μF 100pF* 100pF* * Place 100pF capacitors as close to the package as possible . Figure 28. Recommended Bias Configuration. Note: The exposed pad centered on the package bottom must be connected to RF and dc ground for proper electrical and thermal operation. Refer to M/A-COM Application Note Surface Mounting Instructions for PQFN Packages #S2083* for assembly guidelines. Additional Precaution: All parts must receive a bake-out of 125ºC for 24 hours prior to any solder reflow operation. *Application Notes can be found by going to the Site Search Page of M/A-COM’s web page (http://www.macom.com/Application%20Notes/ index.htm) ) and searching for the required Application Note. 8 ADVANCED: Data Sheets contain information regarding a product M/A-COM is considering for • North America Tel: 800.366.2266 / Fax: 978.366.2266 development. Performance is based on target specifications, simulated results, and/or prototype • Europe Tel: 44.1908.574.200 / Fax: 44.1908.574.300 measurements. Commitment to develop is not guaranteed. • Asia/Pacific Tel: 81.44.844.8296 / Fax: 81.44.844.8298 PRELIMINARY: Data Sheets contain information regarding a product M/A-COM has under developVisit www.macom.com for additional data sheets and product information. ment. Performance is based on engineering tests. Specifications are typical. Mechanical outline has been fixed. Engineering samples and/or test data may be available. Commitment to produce in M/A-COM Inc. and its affiliates reserve the right to make changes to the product(s) or volume is not guaranteed. information contained herein without notice. MAAP-000069-PKG003 Amplifier, Power, 1.6W 7.7—11.7 GHz M/A-COM Products Rev C GND GND RG VDD VGG (Twisted Pair) Additional bypassing may be required if wires are longer than 12". (Twisted Pair) 100 ⎯ Additional bypassing may be required if wires are longer than 12". YYWW AP0069G XXX MACOM Figure 29. Demonstration Board PN MAAP-000069-SMB003 (available upon request). 9 ADVANCED: Data Sheets contain information regarding a product M/A-COM is considering for • North America Tel: 800.366.2266 / Fax: 978.366.2266 development. Performance is based on target specifications, simulated results, and/or prototype • Europe Tel: 44.1908.574.200 / Fax: 44.1908.574.300 measurements. Commitment to develop is not guaranteed. • Asia/Pacific Tel: 81.44.844.8296 / Fax: 81.44.844.8298 PRELIMINARY: Data Sheets contain information regarding a product M/A-COM has under developVisit www.macom.com for additional data sheets and product information. ment. Performance is based on engineering tests. Specifications are typical. Mechanical outline has been fixed. Engineering samples and/or test data may be available. Commitment to produce in M/A-COM Inc. and its affiliates reserve the right to make changes to the product(s) or volume is not guaranteed. information contained herein without notice.