MAAM-010513-001SMB - M/A-Com Technology Solutions

Amplifier, Driver

40.5 - 43.5 GHz

Rev. V5

MAAM-010513

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Pin Configuration1

Functional Schematic

Ordering Information

Part Number Package

MAAM-010513-000000 Bulk Quantity

MAAM-010513-TR0200 200 Piece Reel

MAAM-010513-TR0500 500 Piece Reel

MAAM-010513-001SMB Sample Evaluation Board

Features

 Gain: 23 dB

 P1dB: 23 dBm

 OIP3: 32 dBm

 Variable Gain with Adjustable Bias

 Lead-Free 5 mm Laminate Package

 RoHS* Compliant and 260°C Reflow Compatible

Description

The MAAM-010513 is a 3-stage driver amplifier with

excellent return losses, in a 5 mm laminate package

allowing easy assembly. This amplifier product is

fully matched to 50 ohms on both the input and

output. It can be used as a driver amplifier stage in

transmit chains or as an LO buffer amplifier. It is

ideally suited for 42 GHz band point-to-point radios.

Each device is 100% RF tested to ensure

performance compliance. The part is fabricated

using an efficient pHEMT process.

Pin No. Function Pin No. Function

1 RFIN 7 RFOUT

2 VG1 8 VD3

3 VG2 9 VD2

4 VG3 10 VD1

5 No Connection 11 No Connection

6 No Connection 12 No Connection

Paddle2 Ground

1. MACOM recommends connecting unused package pins to

ground.

2. The exposed pad centered on the package bottom must be

connected to RF and DC ground.

Amplifier, Driver

40.5 - 43.5 GHz

Rev. V5

MAAM-010513

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Electrical Specifications:

Freq: 40.5 - 43.5 GHz, TA = 25°C, VD = 4 V, ID1 = ID2 = 100 mA, ID3 = 200 mA

Parameter Units Min. Typ. Max.

Small Signal Gain dB 19 23 27

Input Return Loss dB - 12 -

Output Return Loss dB - 15 -

Reverse isolation dB - 50 -

Output P1dB dBm - 23 -

Output IP3 dBm 27 32 -

Saturated Output Power dBm 21 25 -

Quiescent Current3 mA - 400 500

Absolute Maximum Ratings 4,5,6

Parameter Absolute Max.

Drain Voltage +4.3 V

Gate Bias Voltage -1.5V < Vg < 0V

Input Power +10 dBm

Junction Temperature7 150°C

Operating Temperature -40°C to +85°C

Storage Temperature -55°C to +150°C

3. Adjust Vg between –1.0 and –0.1 V to achieve specified current. Typical 400 mA = 100 (ID1) + 100 (ID2) + 200 (ID3)

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

Human Body Model Class 1B and Machine Model

Class A devices.

4. Exceeding any one or combination of these limits may cause

permanent damage to this device.

5. MACOM does not recommend sustained operation near

these survivability limits.

6. Operating at nominal conditions with TJ ≤ 150°C will ensure

MTTF > 1 x 106 hours.

7. Junction Temperature (TJ) = TC + Өjc * (V * I)

Typical thermal resistance (Өjc) = 26° C/W.

a) For TC = 25°C,

TJ = 67°C @ 4 V, 400 mA

b) For TC = 85°C,

TJ = 127°C @ 4 V, 400 mA

Amplifier, Driver

40.5 - 43.5 GHz

Rev. V5

MAAM-010513

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Input Return Loss Small Signal Gain

Typical Performance Curves: VD = 4 V, ID1 = ID2 = 100 mA, ID3 = 200 mA, TA = 25°C

Reverse Isolation

Output Return Loss

Output IP3 (Pout = 6 dBm SCL) C/I3 (Pout = 6 dBm SCL)

-70

-60

-50

-40

-30

-20

40.5 41.0 41.5 42.0 42.5 43.0 43.5

Frequency (GHz)

-40

-30

-20

-10

40.5 41.0 41.5 42.0 42.5 43.0 43.5

Frequency (GHz)

-40

-30

-20

-10

40.5 41.0 41.5 42.0 42.5 43.0 43.5

Frequency (GHz)

40.5 41.0 41.5 42.0 42.5 43.0 43.5

Frequency (GHz)

40.5 41.0 41.5 42.0 42.5 43.0 43.5

Frequency (GHz)

40.5 41.0 41.5 42.0 42.5 43.0 43.5

+25°C

-40°C

+85°C

Frequency (GHz)

Amplifier, Driver

40.5 - 43.5 GHz

Rev. V5

MAAM-010513

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Psat

Output P1dB

40.5 41.0 41.5 42.0 42.5 43.0 43.5

+25°C

-40°C

+85°C

Frequency (GHz)

40.5 41.0 41.5 42.0 42.5 43.0 43.5

+25°C

-40°C

+85°C

Frequency (GHz)

Typical Performance Curves: VD = 4 V, ID1 = ID2 = 100 mA, ID3 = 200 mA, TA = 25°C

Amplifier, Driver

40.5 - 43.5 GHz

Rev. V5

MAAM-010513

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App Note [1] Biasing - It is recommended to bias the amplifier with Vd=4.0 V and IdTOTAL=400 mA. It is

also recommended to use active biasing to keep the currents constant as the RF power and temperature

vary; this gives the most reproducible results. Depending on the supply voltage available and the power

dissipation constraints, the bias circuit may be a single transistor or a low power operational amplifier, with

a low value resistor in series with the drain supply used to sense the current. The gate of the pHEMT is

controlled to maintain correct drain current and thus drain voltage. The typical gate voltage needed to do

this is -0.3 V. Typically the gate is protected with Silicon diodes to limit the applied voltage. Also, make sure

to sequence the applied voltage to ensure negative gate bias is available before applying the positive drain

supply.

App Note [2] Bias Arrangement - Each DC pin (Vd and Vg) needs to have DC bypass capacitance

(100pF/10nF/1uF) as close to the package as possible.

Recommended Board Layout

Amplifier, Driver

40.5 - 43.5 GHz

Rev. V5

MAAM-010513

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Lead-Free 5 x 5 mm Laminate Package†

† Reference Application Note S2083 for lead-free solder reflow recommendations.

Meets JEDEC moisture sensitivity level 3 requirements.

Top View Side View Bottom View

Recommended Substrate Footprint

Amplifier, Driver

40.5 - 43.5 GHz

Rev. V5

MAAM-010513

M/A-COM Technology Solutions Inc. (MACOM) and its affiliates reserve the right to make changes to the product(s) or information contained herein without notice.

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