MAAL-007304 Low Noise Amplifier 0.5 - 3.0 GHz Rev. V4 Functional Schematic Features • • • • • Low Noise Figure: 0.7 dB at 2.3 GHz Single +3 to +5 V Supply Bias Low Current: 11.5 mA typical Lead-Free SOT-26 Plastic Package RoHS* Compliant and 260°C Reflow Compatible Description M/A-COM’s MAAL-007304 low noise amplifier is a GaAs MMIC amplifier in a lead-free SOT-26 surface mount plastic package. The MAAL-007304 employs a monolithic 2-stage self-biased design and can be biased between +3 to +5 volts, depending on system requirements. The MAAL-007304 offers low noise, low current, and high gain. It can be tuned for various applications from 0.5 to 3 GHz. M/A-COM fabricates the MAAL-007304 using a low noise pHEMT process to realize low noise and high gain. The process features full passivation for performance and reliability. Ordering Information Pin Configuration 1,2 Part Number Package MAAL-007304-000000 Bulk Packaging MAAL-007304-TR3000 3000 piece reel MAAL-007304-001SMB Sample Board 2.3 - 2.5 GHz Tuning 1. Reference Application Note M513 for reel size information. 2. All sample boards include 5 loose parts. Pin No. Pin Name Description 1 VDD Bias 2 GND Ground 3 RFIN RF Input 4 SRC Source 5 GND Ground 6 RFOUT RF Output Absolute Maximum Ratings 3,4 Parameter Absolute Maximum RF Input Power +10 dBm Voltage 6.0 volts Operating Temperature -40°C to +85°C Storage Temperature -65°C to +150°C 3. Exceeding any one or combination of these limits may cause permanent damage to this device. 4. M/A-COM does not recommend sustained operation near these survivability limits. * Restrictions on Hazardous Substances, European Union Directive 2002/95/EC. 1 ADVANCED: Data Sheets contain information regarding a product M/A-COM Technology Solutions • North America Tel: 800.366.2266 / Fax: 978.366.2266 is considering for development. Performance is based on target specifications, simulated results, • Europe Tel: 44.1908.574.200 / Fax: 44.1908.574.300 and/or prototype 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 Technology Visit www.macomtech.com for additional data sheets and product information. Solutions has under development. Performance is based on engineering tests. Specifications are typical. Mechanical outline has been fixed. Engineering samples and/or test data may be available. M/A-COM Technology Solutions Inc. and its affiliates reserve the right to make Commitment to produce in volume is not guaranteed. changes to the product(s) or information contained herein without notice. MAAL-007304 Low Noise Amplifier 0.5 - 3.0 GHz Rev. V4 Electrical Specifications: F = 2.3 GHz, VDD = +3 V, TA = +25°C, ZO = 50 Ω Parameter Units Min. Typ. Max. Gain dB 24.0 25.5 27.0 Noise Figure dB — 0.7 0.85 Current mA — 11.5 13.0 Typical Performance: F = 2.3 GHz, VDD = +3 V, TA = +25°C, ZO = 50 Ω Parameter Input Return Loss Units dB Typ. 15 Output Return Loss dB 10 Input IP3 dBm -6 Output IP3 dBm 19 Output P1dB dBm 7 Recommended PCB Configuration External Parts List Component Value Footprint Manufacturer C1 3 pF 0603 ATC C2 8.2 pF 0603 ATC C3, C4 0.1 µF 0402 Panasonic L1 5.6 nH 0402 Panasonic L2, L5 6.8 nH 0402 Coilcraft L3 1.5 nH 0402 Toko L4 3.9 nH 0402 Toko L6 7.5 nH 0402 Coilcraft TL1 47.5 Ω, 34° @ 2.3 GHz TL2 47.5 Ω, 15.5° @ 2.3 GHz Schematic 2 ADVANCED: Data Sheets contain information regarding a product M/A-COM Technology Solutions • North America Tel: 800.366.2266 / Fax: 978.366.2266 is considering for development. Performance is based on target specifications, simulated results, • Europe Tel: 44.1908.574.200 / Fax: 44.1908.574.300 and/or prototype 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 Technology Visit www.macomtech.com for additional data sheets and product information. Solutions has under development. Performance is based on engineering tests. Specifications are typical. Mechanical outline has been fixed. Engineering samples and/or test data may be available. M/A-COM Technology Solutions Inc. and its affiliates reserve the right to make Commitment to produce in volume is not guaranteed. changes to the product(s) or information contained herein without notice. MAAL-007304 Low Noise Amplifier 0.5 - 3.0 GHz Rev. V4 Typical Performance Curves Input Return Loss Gain 35 0 30 -5 +25°C -40°C +85°C 25 20 15 2.1 -10 25°C -40°C +85°C 2.2 -15 2.3 2.4 2.5 -20 2.1 2.2 Frequency (GHz) 2.3 2.4 2.5 2.4 2.5 Frequency (GHz) Noise Figure Output Return Loss 2.0 0 +25°C -40°C +85°C -5 1.5 -10 1.0 +25°C -40°C +85°C -15 -20 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 0.5 2.5 0.0 2.1 2.2 Input IP3 Output IP3 5 30 +25°C -40°C +85°C 25 -5 15 -10 3 2.2 2.3 Frequency (GHz) 2.4 +25C -40C +85C 0 20 10 2.1 2.3 Frequency (GHz) Frequency (GHz) 2.5 -15 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 Frequency (GHz) ADVANCED: Data Sheets contain information regarding a product M/A-COM Technology Solutions • North America Tel: 800.366.2266 / Fax: 978.366.2266 is considering for development. Performance is based on target specifications, simulated results, • Europe Tel: 44.1908.574.200 / Fax: 44.1908.574.300 and/or prototype 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 Technology Visit www.macomtech.com for additional data sheets and product information. Solutions has under development. Performance is based on engineering tests. Specifications are typical. Mechanical outline has been fixed. Engineering samples and/or test data may be available. M/A-COM Technology Solutions Inc. and its affiliates reserve the right to make Commitment to produce in volume is not guaranteed. changes to the product(s) or information contained herein without notice. MAAL-007304 Low Noise Amplifier 0.5 - 3.0 GHz Rev. V4 Typical Performance Curves P1dB @ 2.3 GHz 35 +25°C -40°C +85°C 30 25 20 15 -10 -5 0 5 10 Output Power (dBm) Lead-Free SOT-26 Plastic Package† 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 devices. † Reference Application Note M538 for lead-free solder reflow recommendations. Meets JEDEC moisture sensitivity level 1 requirements. 4 ADVANCED: Data Sheets contain information regarding a product M/A-COM Technology Solutions • North America Tel: 800.366.2266 / Fax: 978.366.2266 is considering for development. Performance is based on target specifications, simulated results, • Europe Tel: 44.1908.574.200 / Fax: 44.1908.574.300 and/or prototype 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 Technology Visit www.macomtech.com for additional data sheets and product information. Solutions has under development. Performance is based on engineering tests. Specifications are typical. Mechanical outline has been fixed. Engineering samples and/or test data may be available. M/A-COM Technology Solutions Inc. and its affiliates reserve the right to make Commitment to produce in volume is not guaranteed. changes to the product(s) or information contained herein without notice.