MA4M3010 - M/A-COM Technology Solutions, Inc.

MNS Microwave Chip Capacitors M/A-COM Products

Rev. V4

MA4M Series

• North America Tel: 800.366.2266 • Europe Tel: +353.21.244.6400

• India Tel: +91.80.43537383 • China Tel: +86.21.2407.1588

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changes to the product(s) or information contained herein without notice.

ADVANCED: Data Sheets contain information regarding a product M/A-COM is considering for

development. Performance is based on target specifications, simulated results, and/or prototype

measurements. Commitment to develop is not guaranteed.

PRELIMINARY: Data Sheets contain information regarding a product M/A-COM has under develop-

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

volume is not guaranteed.

Features

• Excellent Repeatability

( Wafer-to-Wafer and Lot-to-Lot)

• Small Size

• Low Loss, High Q

• Available with Round or Square Bond Pa ds

Description and Applications

The 4M series of MNS (metal-nitride-silicon) chip capacitors

is designed specifically for high reliability and repeatable

performance in microwave circuit applications. These ca-

pacitors are made using a low pressure chemical vapor

deposition (LPCVD) that results in dense, uniform nitride

layers. These devices exhibit higher capacitance per unit

area (resulting in smaller chip size) and improved rugged-

ness over similar MOS, MIS and ceramic capacitors.

Evaporated gold contacts are used to provide an easily

bondable metal pad on the capacitor chip. M/A-Com MNS

capacitors have shown no measurable capacitance change

when subjected to the rated standoff voltage at 150

Degrees C.

The MA4M series of chip capacitors is an excellent choice

for use in hybrid microwave circuits up through Ku-band,

where low loss, high reliability, small size and temperature

stability are prime concerns.

These chip capacitors are suited for applications requiring

DC blocks, coupling capacitors, bypass capacitors, capaci-

tive loads and tuning elements in oscillators, multipliers and

filters.

Case Style

Comparison of M/A-COM MNS Capacitors to Ceramic Chip Capacitors

Characteristics Compared MNS Ceramic

Operating Temperature Range -55 Deg C. to + 200 Deg. C. -55 Deg C. to + 200 Deg. C.

Temperature Coefficient 180 PPM 1000 PPM

Insertion Loss of a 20 pf Capacitor in a 50 Ohm

Line @ 15 GHz .1 dB .2 dB

Chip Size

200 pF, 100V

20 pF, 100V

40 x 40 mils

22 x 22 mils

70 x 70 mils

50 x 50 mils

MNS Microwave Chip Capacitors M/A-COM Products

Rev. V4

MA4M Series

• North America Tel: 800.366.2266 • Europe Tel: +353.21.244.6400

• India Tel: +91.80.43537383 • China Tel: +86.21.2407.1588

Visit www.macomtech.com for additional data sheets and prod uct information.

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.

ADVANCED: Data Sheets contain information regarding a product M/A-COM is considering for

development. Performance is based on target specifications, simulated results, and/or prototype

measurements. Commitment to develop is not guaranteed.

PRELIMINARY: Data Sheets contain information regarding a product M/A-COM has under develop-

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

volume is not guaranteed.

Model Number

Capacitance (pF)

Maximum

Standoff

Voltage Rating

( Volts )

Chip Style Nominal Top

Contact Diameter

( mils )

MA4M2020 20 200 132 13

MA4M1050 50 100 132 11

MA4M1100 100 100 199 20

.Specifications

Chip Capacitors with Round Bonding Pads

Chip Capacitors with Square Bonding Pads

Model Number

Capacitance (pF)

Maximum

Standoff

Voltage Rating

( Volts )

Chip Style

MA4M3010 10 200 350

MA4M3030 30 200 352

MA4M3050 50 200 354

MA4M3100 100 50 358

MA4M3150 150 50 359

Applied Voltage Specified standoff voltage

Operating Temperature -55 Deg.C to + 200 Deg. C

Storage Temperature -55 Deg.C to + 200 Deg. C

Maximum Ratings

Notes :

1. Capacitance is measured @ 1 MHz.

2. Temperature coefficient of capacitance is nominally

180 PPM/Degrees C.

4. Device failure may occur is standoff voltage rating is

exceeded.

5. Other capacitance and standoff voltage values are a vail-

able on request.

MNS Microwave Chip Capacitors M/A-COM Products

Rev. V4

MA4M Series

• North America Tel: 800.366.2266 • Europe Tel: +353.21.244.6400

• India Tel: +91.80.43537383 • China Tel: +86.21.2407.1588

Visit www.macomtech.com for additional data sheets and prod uct information.

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.

ADVANCED: Data Sheets contain information regarding a product M/A-COM is considering for

development. Performance is based on target specifications, simulated results, and/or prototype

measurements. Commitment to develop is not guaranteed.

PRELIMINARY: Data Sheets contain information regarding a product M/A-COM has under develop-

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

volume is not guaranteed.

MNS Microwave Chip Capacitors M/A-COM Products

Rev. V4

MA4M Series

• North America Tel: 800.366.2266 • Europe Tel: +353.21.244.6400

• India Tel: +91.80.43537383 • China Tel: +86.21.2407.1588

Visit www.macomtech.com for additional data sheets and prod uct information.

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.

ADVANCED: Data Sheets contain information regarding a product M/A-COM is considering for

development. Performance is based on target specifications, simulated results, and/or prototype

measurements. Commitment to develop is not guaranteed.

PRELIMINARY: Data Sheets contain information regarding a product M/A-COM has under develop-

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

volume is not guaranteed.