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Functional Diagram
Features
P1dB Output Power: +24 dBm
Psat Output Power: +26 dBm
High Gain: 22 dB
Output IP3: +34 dBm
Supply Voltage: Vdd = +6V @ 250 mA
50 Ohm Matched Input/Output
Die Size: 0.90 x 2.22 x 0.1 mm
Typical Applications
TheHMC1016 is ideal for:
• Point-to-Point Radios
• Point-to-Multi-Point Radios
• VSAT & SATCOM
• Military & Space
General Description
The HMC1016 is a four stage GaAs PHEMT MMIC
Medium Power Amplier die which operates between
34 and 46.5 GHz. The amplier provides 22 dB of gain,
+26 dBm of saturated output power, and 17% PAE from
a +6V supply. With up to +37 dBm IP3 the HMC1016 is
ideal for high linearity applications in miltary and space
as well as point-to-point and point-to-multi-point radios.
The HMC1016 amplier I/Os are internally matched
facilitating integration into mutli-chip-modules (MCMs).
All data shown herein was measured with the chip
connected via two 0.025mm (1 mil) wire bonds of
minimal length 0.31 mm (12 mils).
Electrical Specications, TA = +25° C, Vdd = Vdd1 = Vdd2 = +6V, Idd = 250 mA [1]
Parameter Min. Typ. Max. Min. Typ. Max. Units
Frequency Range 34 - 40 40 - 46.5 GHz
Gain 19 22 20 23 dB
Gain Variation Over Temperature 0.028 0.038 dB/ °C
Input Return Loss 13 18 dB
Output Return Loss 11 12 dB
Output Power for 1 dB Compression (P1dB) 21 24 21 24 dBm
Saturated Output Power (Psat) 26 26 dBm
Output Third Order Intercept (IP3) [2] 34 34 dBm
Total Supply Current 250 250 mA
[1] Adjust Vgg between -2 to 0V to achieve Idd = 250 mA typical.
[2] Measurement taken at Pout / tone = +14 dBm.
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Output Return Loss vs. Temperature
Gain & Return Loss Gain vs. Temperature
P1dB vs. Temperature
Input Return Loss vs. Temperature
P1dB vs Supply Voltage
-30
-20
-10
0
10
20
30
33 35 37 39 41 43 45 47 49
S21
S11
S22
FREQUENCY (GHz)
RESPONSE (dB)
10
14
18
22
26
30
33 35 37 39 41 43 45 47 49
+25C
+85C
-55C
FREQUENCY (GHz)
GAIN (dB)
-30
-25
-20
-15
-10
-5
0
33 35 37 39 41 43 45 47 49
+25C
+85C
-55C
FREQUENCY (GHz)
RETURN LOSS (dB)
-25
-20
-15
-10
-5
0
33 35 37 39 41 43 45 47 49
+25C
+85C
-55C
FREQUENCY (GHz)
RETURN LOSS (dB)
14
16
18
20
22
24
26
28
30
33 35 37 39 41 43 45 47
+25C
+85C
-55C
FREQUENCY (GHz)
P1dB (dBm)
14
16
18
20
22
24
26
28
30
33 35 37 39 41 43 45 47
5V
5.5V
6V
FREQUENCY (GHz)
P1dB (dBm)
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license is granted by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights of Analog Devices.
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Psat vs. Supply Current
Psat vs. Temperature Psat vs. Supply Voltage
Output IP3 vs. Temperature,
Pout/tone = +14 dBm
P1dB vs. Supply Current
Output IP3 vs. Supply Current,
Pout/tone = +14 dBm
14
16
18
20
22
24
26
28
30
33 35 37 39 41 43 45 47
+25C
+85C
-55C
FREQUENCY (GHz)
Psat (dBm)
14
16
18
20
22
24
26
28
30
33 35 37 39 41 43 45 47
5.0V
5.5V
6.0V
FREQUENCY (GHz)
Psat (dBm)
14
16
18
20
22
24
26
28
30
33 35 37 39 41 43 45 47
200 mA
225 mA
250 mA
FREQUENCY (GHz)
P1dB (dBm)
14
16
18
20
22
24
26
28
30
33 35 37 39 41 43 45 47
200 mA
225 mA
250 mA
FREQUENCY (GHz)
Psat (dBm)
20
25
30
35
40
34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47
+25C
+85C
-55C
FREQUENCY (GHz)
IP3 (dBm)
20
25
30
35
40
34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47
200 mA
225 mA
250 mA
FREQUENCY (GHz)
IP3 (dBm)
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responsibility is assumed by Analog Devices for its use, nor for any infringements of patents or other
rights of third parties that may result from its use. Specifications subject to change without notice. No
license is granted by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights of Analog Devices.
Trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
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One Technology Way, P.O. Box 9106, Norwood, MA 02062-9106
Phone: 781-329-4700 • Order online at www.analog.com
Application Support: Phone: 1-800-ANALOG-D
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Output IM3 @ Vdd = +6V
Power Compression @ 40 GHz
Output IM3 @ Vdd = +5V
Output IM3 @ Vdd =+5.5V
Output IP3 vs. Supply Voltage,
Pout/tone = +14 dBm
Reverse Isolation vs. Temperature
20
25
30
35
40
34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47
5V
5.5V
6V
FREQUENCY (GHz)
IP3 (dBm)
0
10
20
30
40
50
60
6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20
34 GHz
36 GHz
38 GHz
40 GHz
42 GHz
45 GHz
Pout/TONE (dBm)
IM3 (dBc)
0
10
20
30
40
50
60
6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20
34 GHz
36 GHz
38 GHz
40 GHz
42 GHz
45 GHz
Pout/TONE (dBm)
IM3 (dBc)
0
5
10
15
20
25
30
35
-10 -7 -4 -1 2 5 8
Pout
Gain
PAE
INPUT POWER (dBm)
Pout (dBm), GAIN (dB), PAE (%)
-60
-50
-40
-30
-20
-10
0
33 35 37 39 41 43 45 47 49
+25C
+85C
-55C
FREQUENCY (GHz)
ISOLATION (dB)
0
10
20
30
40
50
60
6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20
34 GHz
36 GHz
38 GHz
40 GHz
42 GHz
45 GHz
Pout/TONE (dBm)
IM3 (dBc)
Information furnished by Analog Devices is believed to be accurate and reliable. However, no
responsibility is assumed by Analog Devices for its use, nor for any infringements of patents or other
rights of third parties that may result from its use. Specifications subject to change without notice. No
license is granted by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights of Analog Devices.
Trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
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One Technology Way, P.O. Box 9106, Norwood, MA 02062-9106
Phone: 781-329-4700 • Order online at www.analog.com
Application Support: Phone: 1-800-ANALOG-D
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Absolute Maximum Ratings
Drain Bias Voltage (Vdd) +7 Vdc
Gate Bias Voltage (Vgg) -3 to 0 Vdc
RF Input Power (RFIN) +15 dBm
Channel Temperature 150 °C
Continuous Pdiss (T= 85 °C)
(derate 24 mW/°C above 85 °C) 1.57 W
Thermal Resistance
(channel to die bottom) 41.3 °C/ W
Storage Temperature -65 to 150°C
Operating Temperature -55 to 85 °C
Vdd (V) Idd (mA)
+5 250
+5.5 250
+6 250
Typical Supply Current vs. Vdd
ELECTROSTATIC SENSITIVE DEVICE
OBSERVE HANDLING PRECAUTIONS
Gain & Power vs.
Supply Current @ 40 GHz
Power Dissipation
Adjust Vgg1 to achieve Idd = 250 mA
Gain & Power vs.
Supply Voltage @ 40 GHz
15
18
21
24
27
30
200 210 220 230 240 250
GAIN (dB)
P1dB (dBm)
Psat (dBm)
Idd (mA)
Gain (dB), P1dB (dBm), Psat (dBm)
0
0.5
1
1.5
2
2.5
3
-10 -8 -6 -4 -2 0 2 4 6 8
34 GHz
36 GHz
38 GHz
40 GHz
42 GHz
45 GHz
POWER DISSIPATION (W)
INPUT POWER (dBm)
15
18
21
24
27
30
5 5.2 5.4 5.6 5.8 6
GAIN (dB)
P1dB (dBm)
Psat (dBm)
Vdd (V)
Gain (dB), P1dB (dBm), Psat (dBm)
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responsibility is assumed by Analog Devices for its use, nor for any infringements of patents or other
rights of third parties that may result from its use. Specifications subject to change without notice. No
license is granted by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights of Analog Devices.
Trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
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One Technology Way, P.O. Box 9106, Norwood, MA 02062-9106
Phone: 781-329-4700 • Order online at www.analog.com
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Outline Drawing
NOTES:
1. ALL DIMENSIONS ARE IN INCHES [MM]
2. DIE THICKNESS IS 0.004”
3. TYPICAL BOND PAD IS 0.004” SQUARE
4. BOND PAD METALIZATION: GOLD
5. BACKSIDE METALIZATION: GOLD
6. BACKSIDE METAL IS GROUND
7. NO CONNECTION REQUIRED FOR UNLABELED BOND PADS
8. OVERALL DIE SIZE ±0.002”
Die Packaging Information [1]
Standard Alternate
GP-1 (Gel Pack) [2]
[1] For more information refer to the “Packaging
Information” Document in the Product Support Section of
our website.
[2] For alternate packaging information contact Hittite
Microwave Corporation.
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responsibility is assumed by Analog Devices for its use, nor for any infringements of patents or other
rights of third parties that may result from its use. Specifications subject to change without notice. No
license is granted by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights of Analog Devices.
Trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
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Pad Number Function Description Interface Schematic
1RFIN This pad is DC coupled
and matched to 50 Ohms.
2Vgg
Gate control for PA. Adjust Vgg to achieve recommended-
bias current. External bypass capacitors 100 pF, 10 nF, and
4.7 F are required.
3RFOUT This pad is AC coupled
and matched to 50 Ohms.
4, 5 Vdd1, Vdd2 Drain bias voltage. External bypass capacitors of
100pF, 10 nF, and 4.7uF are required for each pad.
Die Bottom GND Die bottom must be connected to RF/DC ground.
Pad Descriptions
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Application Circuit
Assembly Diagram
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Mounting & Bonding Techniques for Millimeterwave GaAs MMICs
The die should be attached directly to the ground plane eutectically or with
conductive epoxy (see HMC general Handling, Mounting, Bonding Note).
50 Ohm Microstrip transmission lines on 0.127mm (5 mil) thick alumina
thin lm substrates are recommended for bringing RF to and from the chip
(Figure 1). If 0.254mm (10 mil) thick alumina thin lm substrates must be
used, the die should be raised 0.150mm (6 mils) so that the surface of
the die is coplanar with the surface of the substrate. One way to accom-
plish this is to attach the 0.102mm (4 mil) thick die to a 0.150mm (6 mil)
thick molybdenum heat spreader (moly-tab) which is then attached to the
ground plane (Figure 2).
Microstrip substrates should be located as close to the die as possible
in order to minimize bond wire length. Typical die-to-substrate spacing is
0.076mm to 0.152 mm (3 to 6 mils).
Handling Precautions
Follow these precautions to avoid permanent damage.
Storage: All bare die are placed in either Waffle or Gel based ESD protec-
tive containers, and then sealed in an ESD protective bag for shipment.
Once the sealed ESD protective bag has been opened, all die should be
stored in a dry nitrogen environment.
Cleanliness: Handle the chips in a clean environment. DO NOT attempt
to clean the chip using liquid cleaning systems.
Static Sensitivity: Follow ESD precautions to protect against > ± 250V
ESD strikes.
Transients: Suppress instrument and bias supply transients while bias is
applied. Use shielded signal and bias cables to minimize inductive pick-
up.
General Handling: Handle the chip along the edges with a vacuum collet or with a sharp pair of bent tweezers. The
surface of the chip may have fragile air bridges and should not be touched with vacuum collet, tweezers, or ngers.
Mounting
The chip is back-metallized and can be die mounted with AuSn eutectic preforms or with electrically conductive epoxy.
The mounting surface should be clean and at.
Eutectic Die Attach: A 80/20 gold tin preform is recommended with a work surface temperature of 255 °C and a tool
temperature of 265 °C. When hot 90/10 nitrogen/hydrogen gas is applied, tool tip temperature should be 290 °C. DO
NOT expose the chip to a temperature greater than 320 °C for more than 20 seconds. No more than 3 seconds of
scrubbing should be required for attachment.
Epoxy Die Attach: Apply a minimum amount of epoxy to the mounting surface so that a thin epoxy llet is observed
around the perimeter of the chip once it is placed into position. Cure epoxy per the manufacturer’s schedule.
Wire Bonding
Ball or wedge bond with 0.025mm (1 mil) diameter pure gold wire. Thermosonic wirebonding with a nominal stage
temperature of 150 °C and a ball bonding force of 40 to 50 grams or wedge bonding force of 18 to 22 grams is recom-
mended. Use the minimum level of ultrasonic energy to achieve reliable wirebonds. Wirebonds should be started on
the chip and terminated on the package or substrate. All bonds should be as short as possible <0.31mm (12 mils).
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rights of third parties that may result from its use. Specifications subject to change without notice. No
license is granted by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights of Analog Devices.
Trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
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MEDIUM POWER AMPLIFIER, 34 - 46.5 GHz
Notes:
Information furnished by Analog Devices is believed to be accurate and reliable. However, no
responsibility is assumed by Analog Devices for its use, nor for any infringements of patents or other
rights of third parties that may result from its use. Specifications subject to change without notice. No
license is granted by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights of Analog Devices.
Trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
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One Technology Way, P.O. Box 9106, Norwood, MA 02062-9106
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