MAAL-010528
X-Band Low Noise Amplifier
8 - 12 GHz
Rev. V4
Functional Schematic
Features
1.6 dB Noise Figure
Single +4 V Bias @ 60 mA
Fully Internally Matched to 50 Ω
Lead-Free 3 mm 16-Lead PQFN Package
Halogen-Free “Green” Mold Compound
RoHS* Compliant
VDD1
N/C
N/C
N/C
VDD2
N/C
1
N/C
N/C
RFIN
RFOUT
N/C
N/C
Description
The MAAL-010528 is a high performance X-band
GaAs LNA, housed in a miniature, lead-free 3 mm
PQFN surface mount plastic package. This MMIC
operates from 8 to 12 GHz providing a nominal gain
of 20 dB with excellent gain flatness, high OIP3
linearity of 26 dBm, and a mid-band noise figure of
1.6 dB. The part features a self-bias architecture
which requires only a single, positive supply.
The device is internally matched to 50 Ω input/
output and is well suited to multiple applications
including VSAT, radar and microwave radios due to
the part’s ease of use and excellent performance
parameters.
VG1
Part Number
Package
MAAL-010528-TR0500
500 piece reel
MAAL-010528-001SMB
Sample Board
1. Reference Application Note M513 for reel size information.
2. All sample boards include 5 loose parts.
N/C
Pin No.
Pin Name
Description
1
N/C
No Connection
2
N/C
No Connection
3
RFIN
RF Input
4
N/C
No Connection
3,4
VG1
Gate Voltage 1
6
N/C
No Connection
3,4
VG2
Gate Voltage 2
8
N/C
No Connection
9
N/C
No Connection
10
RFOUT
RF Output
11
N/C
No Connection
12
N/C
No Connection
13
VDD2
Bias Voltage 2
14
N/C
No Connection
15
N/C
No Connection
VDD1
Bias Voltage 1
7
16
Paddle
* Restrictions on Hazardous Substances,
European Union Directive 2011/65/EU.
VG2
Pin Configuration
5
Ordering Information 1,2
N/C
5
RF and DC Ground
3. For self-bias, external components C7 through C12 are
optional. No VG bias is needed. If C7 through C12 are
removed, traces must also be removed.
4. For optional adjustment of self-bias, apply DC gate voltage
between -1 V and +0.3 V. External components C7 through
C12 are required.
5. The exposed pad centered on the package bottom must be
connected to RF, DC and thermal ground.
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MAAL-010528
X-Band Low Noise Amplifier
8 - 12 GHz
Rev. V4
Electrical Specifications: TA = 25°C, VDD = 4 V, Z0 = 50 Ω
Parameter
Test Conditions
Units
Min.
Typ.
Max.
Gain
8 - 12 GHz
dB
17.5
20
—
Noise figure
8 GHz
10 GHz
12 GHz
dB
—
1.5
1.8
2.1
2.0
2.3
2.8
Input Return Loss
8 - 12 GHz
dB
—
10
—
Output Return Loss
8 - 12 GHz
dB
—
13
—
P1dB
8 - 12 GHz
dBm
—
14
—
OIP3
8 - 12 GHz
dBm
—
26
—
Current
—
mA
—
60
75
Absolute Maximum Ratings6,7
Parameter
Absolute Maximum
Input Power
+22 dBm
Operating Voltage
6V
Operating Temperature
-40°C to +85°C
Storage Temperature
-65°C to +150°C
6. Exceeding any one or combination of these limits may cause
permanent damage to this device.
7. MACOM does not recommend sustained operation near these
survivability limits.
Handling Procedures
Please observe the following precautions to avoid
damage:
Static Sensitivity
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
HBM Class 1B devices.
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MAAL-010528
X-Band Low Noise Amplifier
8 - 12 GHz
Rev. V4
Recommended PCB8
Application Schematic9,10
VDD1 VDD2
C2
C5
C1
C4
PADDLE
1
N/C
2
N/C
3
4 N/C
N/C 12
N/C 11
10
N/C 9
RFOUT
5
6 N/C
7
8 N/C
RFIN
16
15
N/C
14
N/C
13
C6
17
C3
Recommended Grounding Under Device8
C7
C10
C8
C11
C9
C12
Vg1
Vg2
9. For self-bias, external components C7 through C12 are
optional. No VG bias is needed. If C7 through C12 are
removed, traces must also be removed. When using
self-bias, leave Vg1 and Vg2 pins open (do not ground).
10. For optional adjustment of self-bias, apply DC gate voltage
between -1 V and +0.3 V. External components C7 through
C12 are required.
8. For best performance, ensure proper grounding at the device.
Recommended grounding is 9 vias beneath the ground
paddle, each with 10-mil diameter. Contact MACOM technical
support for recommended PCB layout details.
Parts List
Component
Value
Package
C1, C4, C7, C10
2.2 pF
0402
C2, C5, C8, C11
100 pF
0402
C3, C6, C9, C12
0.01 µF
0402
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MAAL-010528
X-Band Low Noise Amplifier
8 - 12 GHz
Rev. V4
Typical Performance Curves
Small-Signal Gain vs. Temperature
Wide-Band Gain and Return Loss
25
25
S21
S11
S22
20
15
24
23
10
22
5
21
0
20
-5
19
-10
18
-15
17
-20
16
-25
0
2
4
6
8
10
12
14
16
18
20
15
+25°C
-40°C
+85°C
5
6
7
8
Frequency (GHz)
Input Return Loss vs. Temperature
0
-4
-4
-8
-8
-12
-12
+25°C
-40°C
+85°C
-16
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
11
12
13
14
15
12
13
12
13
14
15
12
13
14
15
+25°C
-40°C
+85°C
-16
14
15
-20
5
6
7
8
Frequency (GHz)
9
10
11
Frequency (GHz)
Noise Figure vs. Temperature
Noise Figure vs. Supply Voltage
4.0
4.0
3.5
3.5
+25°C
-40°C
+85°C
3.0
2.5
2.0
2.0
1.5
1.5
1.0
1.0
5
6
7
8
Vdd=3.0V
Vdd=3.5V
Vdd=4.0V
Vdd=5.0V
Vdd=6.0V
3.0
2.5
0.5
10
Output Return Loss vs. Temperature
0
-20
9
Frequency (GHz)
9
10
11
Frequency (GHz)
12
13
14
15
0.5
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
Frequency (GHz)
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MAAL-010528
X-Band Low Noise Amplifier
8 - 12 GHz
Rev. V4
Typical Performance Curves
Input Return Loss vs. Supply Voltage
Small-Signal Gain vs. Supply Voltage
25
0
24
Vdd=3.0V
Vdd=3.5V
Vdd=4.0V
Vdd=5.0V
Vdd=6.0V
23
22
-4
21
-8
20
19
-12
Vdd=3.0V
Vdd=3.5V
Vdd=4.0V
Vdd=5.0V
Vdd=6.0V
18
17
-16
16
15
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
-20
5
6
7
8
9
Frequency (GHz)
10
11
12
13
14
15
Frequency (GHz)
Output Return Loss vs. Supply Voltage
P1dB vs. Temperature
16
0
Vdd=3.0V
Vdd=3.5V
Vdd=4.0V
Vdd=5.0V
Vdd=6.0V
-4
15
14
-8
13
-12
12
-16
-20
+25°C
-40°C
+85°C
11
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
10
7
8
9
Large-Signal Gain vs. Voltage @ 10 GHz
11
12
13
Large-Signal Gain vs. Temperature @ 10 GHz
24
24
22
22
20
20
18
18
Vdd=3.0V
Vdd=3.5V
Vdd=4.0V
Vdd=5.0V
Vdd=6.0V
16
14
10
Frequency (GHz)
Frequency (GHz)
-6
-4
-2
0
2
+25°C
-40°C
+85°C
16
4
6
8
10
Output Power (dBm)
12
14
16
18
14
-6
-4
-2
0
2
4
6
8
10
12
14
16
Output Power (dBm)
5
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MAAL-010528
X-Band Low Noise Amplifier
8 - 12 GHz
Rev. V4
Typical Performance Curves
Output IP3 vs. Temperature @ 10 GHz
Output IP3 vs. Supply Voltage
30
30
25
25
20
20
Vdd=3.0V
Vdd=3.5V
Vdd=4.0V
Vdd=5.0V
Vdd=6.0V
15
10
7
8
9
+25°C
-40°C
+85°C
15
10
11
12
13
10
3.0
3.5
4.0
Frequency (GHz)
Output IP3 vs. Temperature for VDD = 3 V
5.0
5.5
6.0
12
13
Output IP3 vs. Temperature for VDD = 4 V
30
30
+25°C
-40°C
+85°C
+25°C
-40°C
+85°C
25
25
20
20
15
15
10
4.5
Supply Voltage (V)
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
10
7
8
Frequency (GHz)
9
10
11
Frequency (GHz)
Output IP3 vs. Temperature for VDD = 5 V
30
+25°C
-40°C
+85°C
Typical Bias Current vs. Supply Voltage
25
20
15
10
7
8
9
10
11
12
VDD1 = VDD2 (V)
IDD1 (mA)
IDD2 (mA)
3
14.6
43.4
4
15.2
44.5
5
15.6
45.0
6
15.8
45.1
13
Frequency (GHz)
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MAAL-010528
X-Band Low Noise Amplifier
8 - 12 GHz
Rev. V4
Lead-Free 3 mm 16-Lead PQFN†
†
Reference Application Note S2083 for lead-free solder reflow recommendations.
Meets JEDEC moisture sensitivity level 1 requirements.
Plating is 100% matte tin plating over copper.
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MAAL-010528
X-Band Low Noise Amplifier
8 - 12 GHz
Rev. V4
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