Voltage Controlled Oscillator
5.458 - 6.129 GHz
Rev. V3
MAOC-011030
1
1
1
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Features
Low Phase Noise
Wide Tuning Range
Divide-by-Two Output
Integrated Buffer Amplifier
Excellent Temperature Stability
+5V Bias
Lead-Free 5 mm 32-Lead PQFN Package
Halogen-Free “Green” Mold Compound
RoHS* Compliant and 260°C Reflow Compatible
Description
The MAOC-011030 is an InGaP HBT-based voltage
controlled oscillator for frequency generation. No
external matching components are required. This
VCO is easily integrated into a phase lock loop using
the divide-by-two output. The extremely low phase
noise makes this part ideal for many radio
applications including high capacity digital radios.
The MAOC-011030 primary applications are
Point-to-Point Radio, Point-to-Multipoint Radio,
Communications Systems, and Low Phase Noise
applications.
The 5 mm PQFN package has a lead-free finish that
is RoHS compliant and compatible with a 260ºC
reflow temperature. The package also features low
lead inductance and an excellent thermal path.
Block Diagram
Ordering Information1
Part Number Package
MAOC-011030-TR0500 500 piece reel
MAOC-011030-001SMB Sample Board
(PIN 1)
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16
24
23
22
21
20
19
18
17
32 31 30 29 28 27 26 25
Pin Function Pin Function
1 N/C 17 N/C
2 N/C 18 N/C
3 N/C 19 RF
4 N/C 20 N/C
5 N/C 21 VCC
6 N/C 22 N/C
7 VBUFFER 23 N/C
8 N/C 24 N/C
9 N/C 25 N/C
10 N/C 26 N/C
11 N/C 27 N/C
12 RF/2 28 N/C
13 N/C 29 VTUNE
14 N/C 30 N/C
15 N/C 31 N/C
16 N/C 32 N/C
Pin Designations2
* Restrictions on Hazardous Substances, European Union Directive 2002/95/EC.
1. Reference Application Note M513 for reel size information.
 The exposed pad centered on the package bottom must be
connected to RF and DC ground. Connecting all N/C pins to
RF/DC Ground in the layout is also recommended.
Voltage Controlled Oscillator
5.458 - 6.129 GHz
Rev. V3
MAOC-011030
2
2
2
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Electrical Specifications: TA = +25°C, VCC = 5.0V3, Z0 = 50 Ω
Parameter Test Conditions Units Min. Typ. Max.
Output Power RF Port, 5.458 - 6.129 GHz
RF/2 Port, 2.729 - 3.0645 GHz dBm 10
0
14
4
SSB Phase Noise RF Port, 10 KHz Offset, 5.458 - 6.129 GHz
RF Port, 100 KHz Offset, 5.458 - 6.129 GHz dBc/Hz -93
-117
-105
Harmonics/Subharmonics
VCC=VBUFFER=VTUNE=5V
RF Port, 1/2 Fo
RF Port, 2 Fo dBc -27
-20
Pulling
(Sensitivity to Match)
VCC=VBUFFER=VTUNE=5V
RF Port, VSWR = 1.95:1 to 2.25:1 MHz pk-pk 6.7
Pushing
(Sensitivity to Supply Voltage)
RF Port, VTUNE = 5 V
RF/2 Port, VTUNE = 5 V MHz/V 10
5
Frequency Drift Rate
(Sensitivity to Temperature)
RF Port, 5.458 - 6.129 GHz
RF/2 Port, 2.729 - 3.0645 GHz MHz/ºC 0.5
0.25
Output Return Loss RF Port, 5.458 - 6.129 GHz
RF/2 Port, 2.729 - 3.0645 GHz dB 5
11
Tuning Sensitivity @ RF Port VTUNE = 5 V GHz/V 0.13
Supply Current
I TOTAL (ICC + IBUFFER)
ICC
IBUFFER
mA
185
165
20
205
175
30
Tune Voltage VTUNE V 1.0 12.5
Tuning Current Leakage VTUNE = 13 V µA 5 10
3. VCO can operate over the 4.75 V to 5.25 V supply voltage range.
Absolute Maximum Ratings 4,5,6
Parameter Absolute Maximum
Supply Voltage
(VCC & VBUFFER) +5.5 Vdc
VTUNE 0 to +15 Vdc
Storage Temperature -55ºC to +150ºC
Operating Temperature -40ºC to +85ºC
Case Temperature (TC)
(measured @ exposed pad) +100ºC
Junction Temperature7 +135ºC
ESD Rating: Class 1A
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
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 ≤ +135°C will ensure
MTBF > 2.5 x 106 hours.
7. Junction Temperature (TJ) = TC + Өjc * (V * I)
Typical thermal resistance (Өjc) = 35° C/W.
a) For TC = 25°C, TJ = 57°C @ 5 V, 185 mA
b) For TC = 85°C, TJ = 118°C @ 5 V, 190 mA
Voltage Controlled Oscillator
5.458 - 6.129 GHz
Rev. V3
MAOC-011030
3
3
3
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Typical Performance Curves: VCC = VBUFFER = 5V, TA = +25C (unless otherwise indicated)
Output Power vs. Tuning Voltage - RF Port Output Power vs. Tuning Voltage - RF/2 Port
0
2
4
6
8
10
12
14
16
18
20
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14
+25°C
-40°C
+85°C
Tuning Voltage (V)
0
2
4
6
8
10
12
14
16
18
20
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14
+25°C
-40°C
+85°C
Tuning Voltage (V)
Frequency Sensitivity vs. Tuning Voltage - RF Port Frequency Sensitivity vs. Tuning Voltage - RF/2 Port
Single Side Band Phase Noise vs. Tuning Voltage
RF Port
Single Side Band Phase Noise vs. Frequency Offset
RF Port (VTUNE = 5V)
0.0
0.2
0.4
0.6
0.8
1.0
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14
+25°C
-40°C
+85°C
Tuning Voltage (V)
0.0
0.2
0.4
0.6
0.8
1.0
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14
+25°C
-40°C
+85°C
Tuning Voltage (V)
-160
-140
-120
-100
-80
-60
-40
-20
0
102103104105106107
+25°C
-40°C
+85°C
Frequency Offset (Hz)
-140
-130
-120
-110
-100
-90
-80
-70
-60
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14
10 KHz offset
100 KHz offset
Tuning Voltage (V)
Voltage Controlled Oscillator
5.458 - 6.129 GHz
Rev. V3
MAOC-011030
4
4
4
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Reference Application Note S2083 for lead-free solder reflow recommendations.
Meets JEDEC moisture sensitivity level 3 requirements.
Plating is 100% matte tin over copper.
Lead-Free 5 mm 32-Lead PQFN
Sample Board
Component Value Case Size
C1 100 pF 0402
C2, C3, C4 0.1 µF 0402
C5 10 µF Tantalum 1206
Parts List
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NOTES:
1. Reference JEDEC MO-220-VHHD-5 for additional dimensional and tolerance information.
2. All dimensions shown as in/mm.
3. Reference S2083 application note for PCB footprint information.
Voltage Controlled Oscillator
5.458 - 6.129 GHz
Rev. V3
MAOC-011030
5
5
5
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