Flip-Chip (6 bumps) package
TX
GND
RXP RXN
GND
ANT
Features
• 50 Ω nominal input / conjugate matched to ST S2-LP for 860 - 930 MHz
frequency operation
• Low insertion loss
• Low amplitude imbalance
• Low phase imbalance
• Small footprint
• Very low profile < 620 μm after reflow
• High RF performance
• RF BOM and area reduction
• ECOPACK®2 compliant component
Applications
• 860 - 930 MHz impedance matched balun filter
• Optimized for ST S2-LP sub GHz RFIC
Description
This device is an ultra-miniature balun. The BALF-SPI2-01D3 integrates matching
network and harmonics filter. Matching impedance has been customized for the ST
S2-LP transceiver. The BALF-SPI2-01D3 uses STMicroelectronics IPD technology on
non-conductive glass substrate which optimize RF performance.
Product status
BALF-SPI2-01D3
50 Ω nominal input / conjugate matched balun to ST S2-LP,860-930 MHz with
integrated harmonic filter
BALF-SPI2-01D3
Datasheet
DS12249 - Rev 2 - February 2018
For further information contact your local STMicroelectronics sales office.
www.st.com
1Characteristics
Table 1. Absolute ratings (Tamb = 25 °C)
Symbol Parameter Value Unit
PIN Input power RFIN 20 dBm
VESD
ESD ratings human body model (JESD22-A114-C), all I/O one at a time while others connected
to GND
2000
V
ESD ratings machine model, all I/O 200
TOP Operating temperature -40 to +105 °C
Table 2. Impedances (Tamb = 25 °C)
Symbol Parameter
Value
Unit
Min. Typ. Max.
ZRX Nominal differential RX balun impedance
- matched ST S2-LP - Ω
ZTX Nominal TX filter impedance
ZANT Antenna impedance - 50 - Ω
Table 3. Electrical characteristics and RF performances (Tamb = 25 °C)
Symbol Parameter Test condition
Value
Unit
Min. Typ. Max.
f Frequency range (bandwidth) 860 930 MHz
IL_RX-ANT Insertion loss in bandwidth without mismatch loss (RX balun) 1.7 2.0 dB
IL_TX-ANT Insertion loss in bandwidth without mismatch loss (TX filter) 1.7 2.1 dB
RL_RX-ANT Input return loss in bandwidth (RX balun) 10 14 dB
RL_TX-ANT Input return loss in bandwidth (TX filter) 15 20 dB
| ɸimb | Output phase imbalance (RX balun) - absolute value 5 9 13 °
| Aimb | Output amplitude imbalance (RX balun) - absolute value 1.4 1.6 1.8 dB
Att Harmonic levels (TX filter)
Attenuation at 2fo 40 45
dB
Attenuation at 3fo 47 51
Attenuation at 4fo 60 65
Attenuation at 5fo 66 72
Attenuation at 6fo 50 57
Attenuation at 7fo 46 50
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Characteristics
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1.1 RF measurements (Rx balun)
Figure 1. Insertion loss
(dB)
f(MHz)
860 870 880 890 900 910 920 930
-0.6
-0.8
-0.4
-0.2
0.0
-1.6
-1.8
-1.4
-1.2
-1.0
-2.2
-2.0
Figure 2. Return loss on antenna
0
(dB)
f(MHz)
860 870 880 890 900 910 920
-15
-20
-10
-5
-25
930
Figure 3. Amplitude imbalance
2.0 (dB)
f(MHz)
860 870 880 890 900 910 920
0.0
-0.5
0.5
1.0
1.5
-1.5
-2.0
-1.0
930
Figure 4. Phase imbalance
15
(deg)
f(MHz)
860 870 880 890 900 910 920
0
-5
5
10
-10
-15
930
BALF-SPI2-01D3
RF measurements (Rx balun)
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1.2 RF measurements (Tx filter)
Figure 5. Transmission
0
(dB)
f(GHz)
0123456
-60
-80
-40
-20
-100
78
H1 H2 H3 H4 H5 H6 H7
Figure 6. Insertion loss
-0.6
-0.8
(dB)
f(MHz)
860 870 880 890 900 910 920
-0.4
-0.2
0.0
-1.6
-1.8
-1.4
-1.2
-1.0
-2.2
-2.0
930
Figure 7. Return loss on antenna
0
(dB)
f(MHz)
860 870 880 890 900 910 920
-15
-20
-10
-5
-25
930
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RF measurements (Tx filter)
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1.3 ST S2-LP evaluation board with BALF-SPI2-01D3
Figure 8. Evaluation board with BALF-SPI2-01D3
BALF-SPI2-01D3
ST S2-LP evaluation board with BALF-SPI2-01D3
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2Package information
In order to meet environmental requirements, ST offers these devices in different grades of ECOPACK®
packages, depending on their level of environmental compliance. ECOPACK® specifications, grade definitions
and product status are available at: www.st.com. ECOPACK® is an ST trademark.
2.1 Flip-Chip 6 bumps package information
Figure 9. Flip-Chip 6 bumps package outline (bottom and side view)
D2
E1 fE2
fE1
D1
fD2 fD1
D
E
Diam : b
A1A2
A
Table 4. Flip-Chip 6 bumps dimensions (in mm)
Parameter Min. Typ. Max.
A 0.580 0.630 0.680
A1 0.180 0.205 0.230
A2 0.380 0.400 0.420
b 0.230 0.255 0.280
D 2.050 2.100 2.150
D1 1.210
D2 0.500
E 1.500 1.550 1.600
E1 1.060
fD1 0.195
fD2 0.195
fE1 0.195
fE2 0.295
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Package information
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2.2 Flip-chip 6 bumps packing information
Figure 10. Marking
x
y
x
w
z
w
Dot, ST logo
ECOPACK grade
xx = marking
z = manufacturing
location
yww = datecode
Figure 11. Flip Chip tape and reel specifications
Dot identifying Pin A1 location
User direction of unreeling
All dimensions are typical values in mm
4.0
4.0
2.0
8.0
1.75
3.5
Ø 1.50
0.72
1.64
0.22
2.19
xxxxxx
xx x
yyyyyyy y y
xxxxxx
xx x
wwwwwww w w
z
w wwwww w
z
z
Note: More packing information is available in the application note:
• AN2348 Flip-Chip: “Package description and recommendations for use”
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Flip-chip 6 bumps packing information
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3PCB assembly recommendations
3.1 Land pattern
Figure 12. Recommended balun land pattern
Note: (*)Clearance 250 µm is needed to ensure good sensitivity.
(**)1000 µm length between S2-LP & balun (between center QFN pads to center IPD pads).
Figure 13. PCB stack-up recommendations
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PCB assembly recommendations
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3.2 Stencil opening design
Figure 14. Footprint - 3 mils stencil -non solder
mask defined
Copper pad diameter:
220 µm recommended
180 µm minimum
260 µm maximum
Solder mask opening:
320 µm recommended
300 µm minimum
340 µm maximum
Solder stencil opening:
220 µm recommended
Figure 15. Footprint - 3 mils stencil - solder mask
defined
Copper pad diameter:
220 µm recommended
180 µm minimum
260 µm maximum
Solder mask opening:
320 µm recommended
300 µm minimum
Solder stencil opening:
220 µm recommended
Figure 16. Footprint - 5 mils stencil -non solder
mask defined
*depending on paste, it can go down to 270 µm
Copper pad diameter:
220 µm recommended
180 µm minimum
260 µm maximum
Solder mask opening:
320 µm recommended
300 µm minimum
340 µm maximum
Solder stencil opening:
330 µm recommended*
Figure 17. Footprint - 5 mils stencil - solder mask
defined
*depending on paste, it can go down to 270 µm
Copper pad diameter:
220 µm recommended
180 µm minimum
260 µm maximum
Solder mask opening:
320 µm recommended
300 µm minimum
Solder stencil opening:
330 µm recommended*
3.3 Solder paste
1. Halide-free flux qualification ROL0 according to ANSI/J-STD-004.
2. “No clean” solder paste is recommended.
3. Offers a high tack force to resist component movement during high speed.
4. Use solder paste with fine particles: powder particle size 20-38 µm.
3.4 Placement
1. Manual positioning is not recommended.
2. It is recommended to use the lead recognition capabilities of the placement system, not the outline centering
3. Standard tolerance of ±0.05 mm is recommended.
4. 1.0 N placement force is recommended. Too much placement force can lead to squeezed out solder paste
and cause solder joints to short. Too low placement force can lead to insufficient contact between package
and solder paste that could cause open solder joints or badly centered packages.
5. To improve the package placement accuracy, a bottom side optical control should be performed with a high
resolution tool.
6. For assembly, a perfect supporting of the PCB (all the more on flexible PCB) is recommended during solder
paste printing, pick and place and reflow soldering by using optimized tools.
BALF-SPI2-01D3
Stencil opening design
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3.5 PCB design preference
1. To control the solder paste amount, the closed via is recommended instead of open vias.
2. The position of tracks and open vias in the solder area should be well balanced. A symmetrical layout is
recommended, to avoid any tilt phenomena caused by asymmetrical solder paste due to solder flow away.
3.6 Reflow profile
Figure 18. ST ECOPACK® recommended soldering reflow profile for PCB mounting
Note: Minimize air convection currents in the reflow oven to avoid component movement.
BALF-SPI2-01D3
PCB design preference
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4Ordering information
Table 5. Ordering information
Order code Marking Package Weight Base qty. Delivery mode
BALF-SPI2-01D3 TM Flip-Chip 6 bumps 3.4 mg 5000 Tape and reel
BALF-SPI2-01D3
Ordering information
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Revision history
Table 6. Document revision history
Date Revision Changes
08-Aug-2017 1 Initial release.
23-Feb-2018
2
Updated Section 1.1 RF measurements (Rx balun), Section 1.2 RF measurements (Tx filter) and
Section 1.3 ST S2-LP evaluation board with BALF-SPI2-01D3. Updated Section 1 Characteristics.
Updated Figure 9. Flip-Chip 6 bumps package outline (bottom and side view), Figure
12. Recommended balun land pattern and Figure 13. PCB stack-up recommendations.
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