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Drop-In
Monolithic Amplier
ISO 9001 ISO 14001 AS 9100 CERTIFIED
Mini-Circuits
®
P.O. Box 350166, Brooklyn, New York 11235-0003 (718) 934-4500 Fax (718) 332-4661
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Notes: 1. Performance and quality attributes and conditions not expressly stated in this specification sheet are intended to be excluded and do not form a part of this specification sheet. 2. Electrical specifications
and performance data contained herein are based on Mini-Circuit’s applicable established test performance criteria and measurement instructions. 3. The parts covered by this specification sheet are subject to
Mini-Circuits standard limited warranty and terms and conditions (collectively, “Standard Terms”); Purchasers of this part are entitled to the rights and benefits contained therein. For a full statement of the Standard
Terms and the exclusive rights and remedies thereunder, please visit Mini-Circuits’ website at www.minicircuits.com/MCLStore/terms.jsp.
For detailed performance specs
& shopping online see web site
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IF/RF MICROWAVE COMPONENTS
Product Features
• DC-4 GHz
• Single voltage supply
• Internally matched to 50 ohms
• Unconditionally stable
• Low performance variation over temperature
• Transient protected
• Aqueous washable
• Protected by US Patent 6,943,629
Typical Applications
• Cellular/ PCS/ 3G Base Station
• CATV, Cable Modem & DBS
• Fixed Wireless & WLAN
• Microwave Radio & Test Equipment
Rev. M
M117811
ERA-5+
130516
simplified schematic and pin description
Function Pin Number Description
RF IN 1RF input pin. This pin requires the use of an external DC blocking capacitor chosen
for the frequency of operation.
RF-OUT and DC-IN 3
RF output and bias pin. DC voltage is present on this pin; therefore a DC blocking
capacitor is necessary for proper operation. An RF choke is needed to feed DC bias
without loss of RF signal due to the bias connection, as shown in “Recommended
Application Circuit”.
GND 2,4 Connections to ground. Use via holes as shown in “Suggested Layout for PCB
Design” to reduce ground path inductance for best performance.
General Description
ERA-5+ (RoHS compliant) is a wideband amplier offering high dynamic range. It has repeatable perfor-
mance from lot to lot. It is enclosed in an Micro-X package. ERA-5+ uses Darlington conguration and is
fabricated using InGaP HBT technology. Expected MTBF is 940 years at 85°C case temperature.
GROUND
RF IN
RF-OUT and DC-IN
ERA-5+
CASE STYLE: VV105
PRICE: $3.85 ea. QTY. (30)
DC-4 GHz
GND GND
RF-OUT and DC-IN
RF IN
1
2
3
4
+RoHS Compliant
The +Suffix identifies RoHS Compliance. See our web site
for RoHS Compliance methodologies and qualifications
Monolithic InGaP HBT MMIC Amplier
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ISO 9001 ISO 14001 AS 9100 CERTIFIED
Mini-Circuits
®
P.O. Box 350166, Brooklyn, New York 11235-0003 (718) 934-4500 Fax (718) 332-4661
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®
Notes: 1. Performance and quality attributes and conditions not expressly stated in this specification sheet are intended to be excluded and do not form a part of this specification sheet. 2. Electrical specifications
and performance data contained herein are based on Mini-Circuit’s applicable established test performance criteria and measurement instructions. 3. The parts covered by this specification sheet are subject to
Mini-Circuits standard limited warranty and terms and conditions (collectively, “Standard Terms”); Purchasers of this part are entitled to the rights and benefits contained therein. For a full statement of the Standard
Terms and the exclusive rights and remedies thereunder, please visit Mini-Circuits’ website at www.minicircuits.com/MCLStore/terms.jsp.
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IF/RF MICROWAVE COMPONENTS
Electrical Specications at 25°C and 65mA, unless noted
Parameter Min. Typ. Max. Units Cpk
Frequency Range* DC 4GHz
Gain f=0.1GHz
f=1 GHz
f=2 GHz
f=3 GHz
f=4 GHz
19
16
12
20.2
19.5
18.5
16.7
14.3
22
19
16
dB >1.5
Magnitude of Gain Variation versus Temperature
(values are negative)
f=0.1GHz
f=1 GHz
f=2 GHz
f=3 GHz
f=4 GHz
.0025
.0034
.0043
.0052
.0065
.005
.007
.0085
.0105
.013
dB/°C
Input Return Loss f=0.1 GHz
f=2 GHz
f=4 GHz
21
23
21
dB
Output Return Loss f=0.1 GHz
f=2 GHz
f=4 GHz
30
26
17
dB
Reverse Isolation f=2 GHz 19 22 dB
Ou t pu t Power @ 1 d B c o m p r e s s i o n f=0.1 GHz
f=1 GHz
f=2 GHz
f=4 GHz
16.5
16.5
15.5
18.4
18.4
17
12.5
dBm >1.5
Saturated Output Power
(at 3dB compression)
f=0.1 GHz
f=1 GHz
f=2 GHz
19.5
18.5
18
dBm
Output IP3 f=0.1 GHz
f=1 GHz
f=2 GHz
f=4 GHz
30
30
26
33
33
30
26
dBm >1.5
Noise Figure f=0.1GHz
f=2 GHz
f=4 GHz
3.5
3.5
3.5
4.5
4.5
4.5
dB >1.5
Group Delay f=2 GHz 90 psec
Recommended Device Operating Current 65 mA
Device Operating Voltage 4.5 4.9 5.3 V >1.5
Device Voltage Variation vs. Temperature at 65mA -3.2 mV/°C
Device Voltage Variation vs. Current at 25°C 6.9 mV/mA
Thermal Resistance, junction-to-case1128 °C/W
Absolute Maximum Ratings
Parameter Ratings
Operating Temperature* -45°C to 85°C
Storage Temperature -65°C to 150°C
Operating Current 85mA
Power Dissipation 451mW
Input Power 13 dBm
Note: Permanent damage may occur if any of these limits are exceeded.
These ratings are not intended for continuous normal operation.
1Case is dened as ground leads.
*Based on typical case temperature rise 10°C above ambient.
ERA-5+
*Guaranteed specication DC-4 GHz. Low frequency cut off determined by external coupling capacitors.
Monolithic InGaP HBT MMIC Amplier
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ISO 9001 ISO 14001 AS 9100 CERTIFIED
Mini-Circuits
®
P.O. Box 350166, Brooklyn, New York 11235-0003 (718) 934-4500 Fax (718) 332-4661
The Design Engineers Search Engine Provides ACTUAL Data Instantly at
®
Notes: 1. Performance and quality attributes and conditions not expressly stated in this specification sheet are intended to be excluded and do not form a part of this specification sheet. 2. Electrical specifications
and performance data contained herein are based on Mini-Circuit’s applicable established test performance criteria and measurement instructions. 3. The parts covered by this specification sheet are subject to
Mini-Circuits standard limited warranty and terms and conditions (collectively, “Standard Terms”); Purchasers of this part are entitled to the rights and benefits contained therein. For a full statement of the Standard
Terms and the exclusive rights and remedies thereunder, please visit Mini-Circuits’ website at www.minicircuits.com/MCLStore/terms.jsp.
For detailed performance specs
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IF/RF MICROWAVE COMPONENTS
R BIAS
Vcc “1%” Res. Values (ohms)
for Optimum Biasing
7 33.2
8 48.7
9 63.4
10 78.7
11 95.3
12 110
13 124
14 140
15 158
16 174
17 187
18 205
19 221
20 232
Recommended Application Circuit
4
Test Board includes case, connectors, and components (in bold) soldered to PCB
E5
Additional Detailed Technical Information
Additional information is available on our web site. To access this information enter the model number on
our web site home page.
Product Marking
Performance data, graphs, s-parameter data set (.zip le)
ERA-5+
Case Style: VV105
Plastic micro-x, .085 body diameter, lead nish: tin/silver/nickel
Suggested Layout for PCB Design: PL-261
Evaluation Board: TB-431-5+
Tape & Reel: F20
Environmental Ratings: ENV08T2
1
2
3
4
index over pin 1
Markings in addition to model number designation may appear for internal quality control purposes.
Monolithic InGaP HBT MMIC Amplier
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ISO 9001 ISO 14001 AS 9100 CERTIFIED
Mini-Circuits
®
P.O. Box 350166, Brooklyn, New York 11235-0003 (718) 934-4500 Fax (718) 332-4661
The Design Engineers Search Engine Provides ACTUAL Data Instantly at
®
Notes: 1. Performance and quality attributes and conditions not expressly stated in this specification sheet are intended to be excluded and do not form a part of this specification sheet. 2. Electrical specifications
and performance data contained herein are based on Mini-Circuit’s applicable established test performance criteria and measurement instructions. 3. The parts covered by this specification sheet are subject to
Mini-Circuits standard limited warranty and terms and conditions (collectively, “Standard Terms”); Purchasers of this part are entitled to the rights and benefits contained therein. For a full statement of the Standard
Terms and the exclusive rights and remedies thereunder, please visit Mini-Circuits’ website at www.minicircuits.com/MCLStore/terms.jsp.
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IF/RF MICROWAVE COMPONENTS
ESD Rating
Human Body Model (HBM): Class 1B (500 v to < 1,000 v) in accordance with ANSI/ESD STM 5.1 - 2001
Machine Model (MM): Class M1 (< 100 v) in accordance with ANSI/ESD STM 5.2 - 1999
MSL Rating
Moisture Sensitivity: MSL1 in accordance with IPC/JEDECJ-STD-020C
NO. TEST REQUIRED CONDITION STANDARD QUANTITY
1Visual Inspection Low Power Microscope
Magnication 40x
MIP-IN-0003
(MCT spec) 45 units
2 Electrical Test Room Temperature SCD
(MCL spec) 45 units
3 SAM Analysis Less than 10% growth in term of
delamination
J-Std-020C
(Jedec Standard) 45 units
4Moisture Sensitivity
Level 1
Bake at 125°C for 24 hours
Soak at 85°C/85%RH for 168 hours
Reow 3 cycles at 260°C peak
J-Std-020C
(Jedec Standard) 45 units
Visual
Inspection Electrical Test SAM Analysis
Reow 3 cycles,
260°C
Soak
85°C/85RH
168 hours
Bake at 125°C,
24 hours
Visual
Inspection Electrical Test SAM Analysis
Start
MSL Test Flow Chart
ERA-5+