MAAP-010168 10 W Power Amplifier 0.5 - 3 GHz Rev. V1 Functional Schematic Features Saturated Output Power: +41 dBm Linear Gain: 24 dB Power Added Efficiency: 30% at PSAT 50 Input / Output Match Ceramic Flange Mount Package RoHS* Compliant and 260°C Re-flow Compatible Description The MAAP-010168 is a two stage MMIC power amplifier designed for broadband high power applications. It can be used as either a driver or an output stage amplifier. This device is fully matched input and output to 50 Ω which eliminates any sensitive external RF tuning components. The device is packaged in a lead free 10-lead flanged package for high volume manufacturing. The MAAP-010168 is fabricated using a high reliability pHEMT process, to realize good power added efficiency and gain. The pHEMT process features full passivation for high performance and reliability. Ordering Information 1 Pin Configuration2 Pin No. Function 1 VGG2 2 VGG1 3 RF Input 4 VGG1 5 VGG2 6 VDD1 7 VDD2 8 RF Output Part Number Package 9 VDD2 MAAP-010168-000000 Bulk 10 VDD1 1. Reference Application Note M567 for package handling and mounting procedure. 2. Flange is DC and RF ground. Handling Procedures Please observe the following precautions to avoid damage: Static Sensitivity * Restrictions on Hazardous Substances, European Union Directive 2002/95/EC. 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. 1 M/A-COM Technology Solutions Inc. and its affiliates reserve the right to make changes to the product(s) or information contained herein without notice. Visit www.macom.com for additional data sheets and product information. • North America Tel: 800.366.2266 / Fax: 978.366.2266 • Europe Tel: 44.1908.574.200 / Fax: 44.1908.574.300 • Asia/Pacific Tel: 81.44.844.8296 / Fax: 81.44.844.8298 MAAP-010168 10 W Power Amplifier 0.5 - 3 GHz Rev. V1 Electrical Specifications: Freq. = 0.5 - 3.0 GHz, VDD = 10 V, IDQ = 3.5 A, TA = 25 °C, Z0 = 50 Ω Parameter Test Conditions Units Min. Typ. Max. Gain Small signal dB 19 24 — Input Return Loss — dB — 10 — Output Return Loss — dB — 10 — P1dB — dBm — 39 — PSAT — dBm 38 41 — Current IDQ PSAT A — — 3.5 5.5 —— PAE PSAT % — 30 — Gate Bias — V — -0.7 — Duty Cycle — % — — 100 Absolute Maximum Ratings3,4,5 Parameter Absolute Maximum Input Power +24 dBm Operating Supply Voltage +11 Volts Operating Gate Voltage -2 Volts Operating Temperature -40°C to +85°C Channel Temperature6 +150 °C Storage Temperature -40°C to +150°C 3. Exceeding any one or combination of these limits may cause permanent damage to this device. 4. M/A-COM Technology Solutions does not recommend sustained operation near these survivability limits. 5. Operating at nominal conditions with TJ ≤ +150°C will ensure MTTF > 1 x 106 hours. 6. Junction Temperature (TJ) = TC + ӨJC * ((V * I) - (POUT - PIN)) Typical thermal resistance (ӨJC) = 2.0°C/W a) For TC = 25°C @ 1.5 GHz TJ = +80°C @ +10 V, 4000 mA, POUT = 41 dBm, PIN = 21 dBm b) For TC = 85°C @ 1.5 GHz TJ = +138°C @ +10 V, 3900 mA, POUT = 41 dBm, PIN = 21 dBm Recommended Bias Configuration Operating the MAAP-010168 The MAAP-010168 is static sensitive. Please handle with care. To operate the device, follow these steps. Ramp down or shutdown in reverse order (gate bias on first and off last). All VGG pins should have the same voltage applied at all times. 1. Apply VGG (-1.5 V). 2. Apply VDD (10.0 V Typical). 3. Set IDQ by adjusting VGG. 4. Apply RFIN. 2 M/A-COM Technology Solutions Inc. and its affiliates reserve the right to make changes to the product(s) or information contained herein without notice. Visit www.macom.com for additional data sheets and product information. • North America Tel: 800.366.2266 / Fax: 978.366.2266 • Europe Tel: 44.1908.574.200 / Fax: 44.1908.574.300 • Asia/Pacific Tel: 81.44.844.8296 / Fax: 81.44.844.8298 MAAP-010168 10 W Power Amplifier 0.5 - 3 GHz Rev. V1 Typical Performance Curves Input Return Loss Gain 40 0 +25 C -40 C +85 C 35 +25 C -40 C +85 C -5 30 -10 25 20 -15 15 10 0.5 1.0 1.5 2.0 2.5 3.0 -20 0.5 1.0 Frequency (GHz) 1.5 2.0 2.5 3.0 Frequency (GHz) Reverse Isolation Output Return Loss 0 0 +25°C -40°C +85°C -5 +25°C -40°C +85°C -20 -40 -10 -60 -15 -20 -80 0.5 1.0 1.5 2.0 2.5 3.0 -100 0.5 1.0 Frequency (GHz) 1.5 2.0 2.5 3.0 Frequency (GHz) Output Power (dBm) Output Power (W) 50 30 +25°C -40°C +85°C +25°C -40°C +85°C 25 45 20 40 15 10 35 5 30 0.5 1.0 1.5 2.0 2.5 Frequency (GHz) 3.0 0 0.5 1.0 1.5 2.0 2.5 Frequency (GHz) 3 M/A-COM Technology Solutions Inc. and its affiliates reserve the right to make changes to the product(s) or information contained herein without notice. Visit www.macom.com for additional data sheets and product information. • North America Tel: 800.366.2266 / Fax: 978.366.2266 • Europe Tel: 44.1908.574.200 / Fax: 44.1908.574.300 • Asia/Pacific Tel: 81.44.844.8296 / Fax: 81.44.844.8298 3.0 MAAP-010168 10 W Power Amplifier 0.5 - 3 GHz Rev. V1 Typical Performance Curves Output Power Sweep @ 0.7 GHz Power Gain 30 44 +25°C -40°C +85°C 40 25 36 20 32 28 15 +25°C -40°C +85°C 24 10 0.5 1.0 1.5 2.0 2.5 3.0 20 0 2 4 6 Frequency (GHz) 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 22 20 22 20 22 Input Power (dBm) Output Power Sweep @ 1.5 GHz Power Added Efficiency 44 50 +25°C -40°C +85°C 40 40 36 30 32 20 28 10 0 +25°C -40°C +85°C 24 0.5 1.0 1.5 2.0 2.5 3.0 20 0 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 Input Power (dBm) Frequency (GHz) Output Power Sweep @ 2.5 GHz Drain Current 44 10 +25°C -40°C +85°C 8 40 36 6 32 4 28 2 0 +25°C -40°C +85°C 24 0.5 1.0 1.5 2.0 2.5 Frequency (GHz) 3.0 20 0 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 Input Power (dBm) 4 M/A-COM Technology Solutions Inc. and its affiliates reserve the right to make changes to the product(s) or information contained herein without notice. Visit www.macom.com for additional data sheets and product information. • North America Tel: 800.366.2266 / Fax: 978.366.2266 • Europe Tel: 44.1908.574.200 / Fax: 44.1908.574.300 • Asia/Pacific Tel: 81.44.844.8296 / Fax: 81.44.844.8298 MAAP-010168 10 W Power Amplifier 0.5 - 3 GHz Rev. V1 Typical Performance Curves Power Gain vs. Output Power @ 0.7 GHz Power Gain vs. Input Power @ 0.7 GHz 30 30 +25°C -40°C +85°C 25 25 20 20 15 10 15 +25°C -40°C +85°C 0 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 22 10 26 28 30 Input Power (dBm) 32 34 36 38 40 42 44 Output Power (dBm) Power Gain vs. Input Power @ 1.5 GHz Power Gain vs. Output Power @ 1.5 GHz 40 30 +25°C -40°C +85°C 35 25 30 25 20 20 15 10 +25°C -40°C +85°C 15 10 0 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 22 26 28 30 32 34 36 38 40 42 44 Output Power (dBm) Input Power (dBm) Power Gain vs. Output Power @ 2.5 GHz Power Gain vs. Input Power @ 2.5 GHz 30 40 +25°C -40°C +85°C 35 25 30 20 25 20 15 10 +25°C -40°C +85°C 0 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 15 18 Input Power (dBm) 20 22 10 26 28 30 32 34 36 38 40 Output Power (dBm) 5 M/A-COM Technology Solutions Inc. and its affiliates reserve the right to make changes to the product(s) or information contained herein without notice. Visit www.macom.com for additional data sheets and product information. • North America Tel: 800.366.2266 / Fax: 978.366.2266 • Europe Tel: 44.1908.574.200 / Fax: 44.1908.574.300 • Asia/Pacific Tel: 81.44.844.8296 / Fax: 81.44.844.8298 42 44 MAAP-010168 10 W Power Amplifier 0.5 - 3 GHz Rev. V1 Typical Performance Curves Max. Power Dissipation vs. Base Plate Temperature7 Junction Temperature vs. Base Plate Temperature with 50 W Power Dissipation 60 300 50 250 40 200 30 150 20 100 10 50 0 0 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 Base Plate Temperature (°C) 0 0 15 30 45 60 75 90 105 120 135 150 Base Plate Temperature (°C) 7. Power dissipation should not exceed the maximum plot shown above to maintain TJ <150°C. It is recommended to monitor power dissipation and decrease power dissipation in the device as required. Ceramic Flange Mount Package† † Reference Application Note M538 for lead-free solder reflow recommendations. This is a high frequency, low thermal resistance package. The package consists of a cofired ceramic construction with a copper-tungsten base and iron-nickel-cobalt leads. The finish consists of electrolytic gold over nickel plate. 6 M/A-COM Technology Solutions Inc. and its affiliates reserve the right to make changes to the product(s) or information contained herein without notice. Visit www.macom.com for additional data sheets and product information. • North America Tel: 800.366.2266 / Fax: 978.366.2266 • Europe Tel: 44.1908.574.200 / Fax: 44.1908.574.300 • Asia/Pacific Tel: 81.44.844.8296 / Fax: 81.44.844.8298