Surface Mount
Monolithic Amplier
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ISO 9001 ISO 14001 AS 9100 CERTIFIED
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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
Product Features
• DC-2 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
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-50SM+ (RoHS compliant) is a wideband amplier offering high dynamic range. It has repeatable
performance from lot to lot. It is enclosed in an Micro-X package. ERA-50SM+ uses Darlington congu-
ration and is fabricated using InGaP HBT technology. Expected MTBF is 450 years at 85°C case tem-
perature.
ERA-50SM+
REV. N
M117811
ERA-50SM+
130516
DC-2 GHz
CASE STYLE: WW107
PRICE: $3.00 ea. QTY. (20)
GROUND
RF IN
RF-OUT and DC-IN
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
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
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Electrical Specications at 25°C and 60mA, unless noted
ERA-50SM+
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 13dBm
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 5°C above ambient.
Parameter Min. Typ. Max. Units Cpk
Frequency Range* DC 2 GHz
Gain f=0.1 GHz 19.5 20.7 22.5 dB ≥ 1.5
f=1 GHz 18 19.4 21
f=1.5 GHz 18.3 20
f=2 GHz 16 17.6 19
Magnitude of Gain Variation versus Temperature
(values are negative)
f=0.1 GHz .0015 .003 dB/°C
f=1 GHz .0024 .005
f=1.5 GHz .0028 .006
f=2 GHz .0033 .007
Input Return Loss f=0.1 GHz 35 dB
f=1 GHz 24
f=1.5 GHz 24
Output Return Loss f=0.1 GHz 27 dB
f=1 GHz 21
f=1.5 GHz 19
Reverse Isolation f=1.5 GHz 20 23 dB
Output Power @ 1 dB compression f=0.1 GHz 17.6 dBm ≥ 1.33
f=1 GHz 16 17.2
f=1.5 GHz 17.1
f=2 GHz 15.9
Saturated Output Power
(at 3dB compression)
f=0.1 GHz 19 dBm
f=1 GHz 18
f=1.5 GHz 17.5
f=2 GHz 16.5
Output IP3 f=0.1 GHz 30 34 dBm ≥ 1.33
f=1 GHz 29 33
f=1.5 GHz 27 31
Noise Figure f=0.1 GHz 3.3 4.3 dB ≥ 1.33
f=1 GHz 3.3 4.3
f=1.5 GHz 3.4 4.4
f=2 GHz 3.4
Group Delay f=1 GHz 120 psec
Recommended Device Operating Current 60 mA
Device Operating Voltage 4.2 4.4 4.6 V ≥ 1.5
Device Voltage Variation vs. Temperature at 60mA -3.2 mV/°C
Device Voltage Variation vs. Current at 25°C 3.8 mV/mA
Thermal Resistance, junction-to-case1177 °C/W
*Guaranteed specication DC-2 GHz. Low frequency cut off determined by external coupling capacitors.
Monolithic InGaP HBT MMIC Amplier
ISO 9001 ISO 14001 AS 9100 CERTIFIED
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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
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Product Marking
R BIAS
Vcc “1%” Res. Values (ohms)
for Optimum Biasing
7 40.2
8 53.6
9 68.1
10 82.5
11 97.6
12 113
13 127
14 143
15 158
16 174
17 191
18 205
19 221
20 237
ERA-50SM+
Recommended Application Circuit
4
Test Board includes case, connectors, and components (in bold) soldered to PCB
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.
50
1
2
3
4
index over pin 1
Markings in addition to model number designation may appear for internal quality control purposes.
Performance data, graphs, s-parameter data set (.zip le)
Case Style: WW107
Plastic micro-x, .085 body diameter, lead nish: tin/silver/nickel
Tape & Reel: F4
7” Reels with 20, 50, 100, 200, 500, 1K devices
13” Reels with 2K, 4K devices
Suggested Layout for PCB Design: PL-075
Evaluation Board: TB-408-50+
Environmental Ratings: ENV08T2
Monolithic InGaP HBT MMIC Amplier
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
& shopping online see web site
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IF/RF MICROWAVE COMPONENTS
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ESD Rating
Human Body Model (HBM): Class 1B (500 v to < 1000 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
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
MSL Rating
Moisture Sensitivity: MSL1 in accordance with IPC/JEDECJ-STD-020C
ERA-50SM+