AlGaAs Flip Chip PIN Diodes V4
MA4AGP907
MA4AGFCP910
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Features
♦ Low Series Resistance
♦ Ultra Low Capacitance
♦ Millimeter Wave Switching & Cutoff Frequency
♦ 2 Nanosecond Switching Speed
♦ Can be Driven by a Buffered TTL
♦ Silicon Nitride Passivation
♦ Polyimide Scratch Protection
♦ RoHS Compliant
Description
M/A-COM Technology Solutions MA4AGP907 and
MA4AGFCP910 are Aluminum Gallium Arsenide
(AlGaAs) flip-chip PIN diodes. These devices are
fabricated on OMCVD epitaxial wafers using a process
optimized for high device uniformity and exceptionally
low parasitics. The end result is a diode with an
extremely low RC product, (0.1ps) and 2-3nS
switching characteristics. They are fully passivated
with silicon nitride and have an added polymer layer
for scratch protection. The protective coating prevents
damage to the junction and the anode air-bridge
during handling and assembly.
Applications
The ultra low capacitance of the MA4AGP907 and
MA4AGFCP910 make them ideal for RF switch and
phase shifter applications through millimeter wave
frequencies. The diodes are designed for use in
pulsed or CW applications, where single digit nS
switching speed is required. The low capacitance of
these diodes make them ideal for use in microwave
multi-throw switch assemblies, where the series
capacitance of each “off” port adversely loads the input
and affects VSWR.
DIM INCHES MM
MIN. MAX. MIN. MAX.
A 0.0260 0.0270 0.6604 0.6858
B 0.0135 0.0145 0.3429 0.3683
C 0.0065 0.0075 0.1651 0.1905
D 0.0043 0.0053 0.1092 0.1346
E 0.0068 0.0073 0.1727 0.1854
F 0.0182 0.0192 0.4623 0.4877
Parameter Absolute Maximum
Reverse Voltage MA4AGP907 -50V
MA4AGFCP910 -75V
Operating Temperature -55°C to +125°C
Storage Temperature -55°C to +150°C
Junction Temperature +175°C
Dissipated Power (RF & DC ) 50mW
Mounting Temperature +280°C for 10 seconds
C.W. Incident Power +23 dBm
Absolute Maximum Ratings TAMB = +25°C
(unless otherwise specified)
1. Gold Pads 14µM thick.
2. Yellow areas indicate ohmic gold mounting pads.
3. Dimensions A thru F are identical for both devices
Notes:
Chip Dimensions
MA4AGP907 and MA4AGFCP910
AlGaAs Flip Chip PIN Diodes V4
MA4AGP907
MA4AGFCP910
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development. Performance is based on target specifications, simulated results, and/or prototype
measurements. Commitment to develop is not guaranteed.
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development. 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.
• 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
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Electrical Specifications @ TAMB = +25°C
Parameter Symbol Conditions Units MA4AGP907 MA4AGFCP910
Typ. Max. Typ. Max.
Total Capacitance CT
MA4AGP907 -5V,1MHz
MA4AGFCP910 -10V,1MHz
pF 0.025 0.030 0.018 0.021
Total Capacitance 1 CT -5V, 10GHz pF 0.020 —— 0.018 0.021
Series Resistance RS +10mA, 1MHz Ω 5.2 7.0 —— ——
Series Resistance 2 RS
+10mA, 10GHz Ω 4.2 —— 5.2 6.0
Forward Voltage VF +10mA V 1.33 1.45 1.33 1.45
Reverse Leakage Current 3 IR
MA4AGP907 VR = -50V
MA4AGFCP910 VR = -75V
μA —— 10 —— 10
Switching Speed 4 TRISE
TFALL 10GHz nS 2 —— 2 ——
Carrier Lifetime TL IF = 10mA / IREV = 6mA nS —— —— 4 ——
Notes:
1) Capacitance is determined by measuring the isolation of a single series diode in a 50Ω transmission
line at 10GHz.
2) Series resistance is determined by measuring the insertion loss of a single series diode in a 50Ω
transmission line at 10GHz.
3) The max rated VR( Reverse Voltage ) is sourced and the resultant reverse leakage current, Ir, is
measured to be <10μA
4) Switching speed is measured between 10% and 90% or 90% to 10% RF voltage for a single series
mounted diode. Driver delay is not included.
AlGaAs Flip Chip PIN Diodes V4
MA4AGP907
MA4AGFCP910
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
development. 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.
• 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
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Typical RF Performance @ TAMB = +25°C
-0.8
-0.6
-0.4
-0.2
0.0
2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 22 24 26 28 30 32 34 36 38 40
Frequency (GHz)
Insertion Loss (dB)
I. Loss @5mA I. Loss @15mA I. Loss @50mA
MA4AGFCP910
Typical Insertion Loss vs. Frequency
-0.8
-0.6
-0.4
-0.2
0.0
2 101826344250
Frequency (GHz)
Loss (dB
)
5mA 10mA 15mA
5 mA10 mA15 mA
MA4AGP907
Typical Insertion Loss vs. Frequency
Insertion Loss (dB)
Insertion Loss (dB)
Frequency (GHz)
Frequency (GHz)
AlGaAs Flip Chip PIN Diodes V4
MA4AGP907
MA4AGFCP910
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
development. 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.
• 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
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Frequency (Hz)
-40.0
-38.0
-36.0
-34.0
-32.0
-30.0
-28.0
-26.0
-24.0
-22.0
-20.0
2
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9
10
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12
13
14
15
Freque ncy ( GHz)
Re turn Los s (d B)
R. Loss @5mA R. Loss @15mA R. Loss @50mA
MA4AGF CP910
Typical Return Loss vs. Frequency ( Either Port Direction )
-35
-30
-25
-20
-15
-10
-5
0
2 101826344250
Frequency (GHz)
Return Loss (dB
)
5mA 10mA 15mA
5 mA10 mA15 mA
MA4AGP907
Typical return Loss vs. Frequency ( Either Port )
Typical RF Performance @ TAMB = +25°C
Frequency (GHz)
Return Loss (dB)
AlGaAs Flip Chip PIN Diodes V4
MA4AGP907
MA4AGFCP910
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
development. 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.
• 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
Visit www.macom.com for additional data sheets and product information.
M/A-COM Inc. and its affiliates reserve the right to make changes to the product(s) or
information contained herein without notice.
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-35.0
-30.0
-25.0
-20.0
-15.0
-10.0
-5.0
2
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Frequenc y ( GHz)
Isolation ( dB
)
Isolation @ -10V Isolation @ 0V Isolation @ -1V
MA4AGFCP910
Typical Isolation vs Frequency
-35
-30
-25
-20
-15
-10
-5
0
2 101826344250
Fre quency (GHz)
Isolation (dB)
0V 5V
MA4AGP907
Typical Isolation vs. Frequency
Typical RF Performance @ TAMB = +25°C
Frequency (GHz)
Isolation Loss (dB)
AlGaAs Flip Chip PIN Diodes V4
MA4AGP907
MA4AGFCP910
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
development. 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.
• 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
Visit www.macom.com for additional data sheets and product information.
M/A-COM Inc. and its affiliates reserve the right to make changes to the product(s) or
information contained herein without notice.
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Device Installation Guidelines
Cleanliness
These devices should be handled in a clean environment. The chips are resistant to solvents and may
cleaned using approved industry standard practices.
Static Sensitivity
Aluminum Gallium Arsenide PIN diodes are ESD sensitive and can be damaged by static electricity. Proper
ESD techniques should be used when handling these devices. These devices are rated Class 0, ( 0-199V )
per HBM MIL-STD-883, method 3015.7 [C = 100pF ±10%, R = 1.5kW ±1%]. Even though tested die pass
50V ESD, they must be handled in a static-free environment.
General Handling
The devices have a polymer layer which provides scratch protection for the junction area and the anode air
bridge. Die can be handled with plastic tweezers or picked and placed with a #27 tip vacuum pencil.
Assembly Requirements using Electrically Conductive Silver Epoxy and Solder
These chips are designed to be inserted onto hard or soft substrates with the junction side down. They should be
mounted onto silk-screened circuits using electrically conductive silver epoxy, approximately 1-2 mils in thickness
and cured at approximately 90°C to 150°C per manufacturer’s schedule. For extended cure times, > 30 minutes,
temperatures must be below 200°C.
Eutectic Die Attached
Tin rich solders ( >30% Sn by weight ) are not recommended as they will scavenge the gold on the contact
Pads exposing the tungsten metallization beneath and creating a poor solder connection. Indalloy or 80/20,
Au/Sn type solders are acceptable. Maximum soldering temperature must be kept below 280°C for less
than 10 seconds.
Note:
The MA4AGSBP907 which is a solder bumped version of the MA4AGP907, is also available. The datasheet
can be viewed on the M/A-COM website at: http://www.macom.com/DataSheets/MA4AGSBP907.pdf
0.012”
(2) PL
0.008”
(2) PL
0.013”
Circuit Pad Layout
Part Number Packaging
MA4AGP907 Gel Pack
MA4AGFCP910 Gel Pack
MADP-001907-13050P Pocket Tape
MADP-000910-13050P Pocket Tape
Part Number Packaging
Ordering Information
