MAAMSS0073 RF Driver Amplifier 250 - 4000 MHz M/A-COM Products Rev. V3 Features * * * * * * * * Functional Block Diagram Broadband High Gain Operation Optimized Performance for WiMax Applications Excellent EVM Performance: 1.5% @ 21 dBm High Efficiency Lead-Free 4 mm 16-Lead PQFN Package 100% Matte Tin Plating over Copper Halogen-Free "Green" Mold Compound RoHS* Compliant and 260C Reflow Compatible Description M/A-COM's MAAMSS0073 RF driver amplifier is a two-stage GaAs MMIC which exhibits exceptional linearity performance as well as high gain in a leadfree 4 mm 16-lead PQFN surface mount plastic package. The device is biased with a single +5 volt supply and consumes 490 mA typically. The MAAMSS0073 is fabricated using a high linearity HBT process to realize low current and high power functionality. The process features full passivation for increased performance and reliability. The MAAMSS0073 can be externally tuned for operation anywhere within the 250 to 4000 MHz frequency band. Ordering Information 1,2 Part Number Package MAAMSS0073TR-3000 3000 piece reel MAAM-000073-001SMB 3500 MHz Configuration 1. Reference Application Note M513 for reel size information. 2. All sample boards include 5 loose parts. Absolute Maximum Ratings 3,4 Pin No. Pin Name Description 1 N/C No Connection 2 N/C No Connection 3 RFIN Amplifier Input 4 N/C No Connection 5 N/C No Connection 6 N/C No Connection 7 N/C No Connection 8 N/C No Connection 9 N/C No Connection 10 RFOUT / VCC2 Amplifier Output & 2nd Stage VCC 11 RFOUT / VCC2 Amplifier Output & 2nd Stage VCC 12 N/C No Connection Parameter Absolute Maximum 13 N/C No Connection RF Input Power +15 dBm 14 RFIN2 2nd Stage RF Input Voltage 6 volts 15 RFOUT/VCC1 1st Stage VCC & RF Output Storage Temperature -65C to +150C 16 N/C No Connection Junction Temperature 200C 3. Exceeding any one or combination of these limits may cause permanent damage to this device. 4. M/A-COM does not recommend sustained operation near these survivability limits. 1 Pin Configuration 17 5 Paddle RF and DC Ground 5. The exposed pad centered on the package bottom must be connected to RF and DC ground. * Restrictions on Hazardous Substances, European Union Directive 2002/95/EC. ADVANCED: Data Sheets contain information regarding a product M/A-COM is considering for * North America Tel: 800.366.2266 / Fax: 978.366.2266 development. Performance is based on target specifications, simulated results, and/or prototype * Europe Tel: 44.1908.574.200 / Fax: 44.1908.574.300 measurements. Commitment to develop is not guaranteed. * Asia/Pacific Tel: 81.44.844.8296 / Fax: 81.44.844.8298 PRELIMINARY: Data Sheets contain information regarding a product M/A-COM has under developVisit www.macom.com for additional data sheets and product information. ment. Performance is based on engineering tests. Specifications are typical. Mechanical outline has been fixed. Engineering samples and/or test data may be available. Commitment to produce in M/A-COM Inc. and its affiliates reserve the right to make changes to the product(s) or volume is not guaranteed. information contained herein without notice. MAAMSS0073 RF Driver Amplifier 250 - 4000 MHz M/A-COM Products Rev. V3 Electrical Specifications: VCC = +5 V, TA = 25C, Z0 = 50 Parameter Test Conditions Units Min. Typ. Max. Gain Input Return Loss Output Return Loss Output P1dB 3500 MHz 3500 MHz 3500 MHz 3500 MHz (POUT = +23 dBm / tone, 1 MHz spacing) 3500 MHz +21 dBm channel power 54 Mbps OFDM (includes 1% system level) 3500 MHz +5 V (POUT = +23 dBm / tone, 1 MHz spacing) 3500 MHz dB dB dB dBm 21 -- -- -- 23 10 7 29 -- -- -- -- dBm 38 43 -- % rms -- 1.5 -- dB mA -- -- 3.8 490 -- -- mA -- 590 750 Output IP3 EVM Noise Figure Quiescent Current Current Application Schematic 3300 - 3800 MHz Maximum Operating Conditions 6 Parameter Maximum Operating Conditions Junction Temperature 7 160C RF Input Power +7 dBm Operating Temperature -40C to +85C 6. These operating conditions will ensure MTTF > 1 x 106 hours. 7. Junction Temperature (TJ) = TC + jc * ((V * I) - (POUT - PIN)) Typical thermal resistance (jc) = 22 C/W. a) For TC = 25C, TJ = 81 C @ 5 V, 590 mA, POUT = 26 dBm, PIN = 3 dBm b) For TC = 85C, TJ = 134 C @ 5 V, 520 mA, POUT = 26 dBm, PIN = 5 dBm Sample Board MAAMSS0073 External Parts List Component Value Case Size C7 1000 pF 0402 C1 1.5 pF 0402 C2 2.2 pF 0402 C3, C8, C9 1.0 pF 0402 C4, C5, C6 0.1 F 0402 C10 3.3 F 0402 L1 3.6 nH 0402 R1, R2 0 0402 TL1 50 , 34.3 @ 3500 MHz TL2 50 , 21 @ 3500 MHz 2 ADVANCED: Data Sheets contain information regarding a product M/A-COM is considering for * North America Tel: 800.366.2266 / Fax: 978.366.2266 development. Performance is based on target specifications, simulated results, and/or prototype * Europe Tel: 44.1908.574.200 / Fax: 44.1908.574.300 measurements. Commitment to develop is not guaranteed. * Asia/Pacific Tel: 81.44.844.8296 / Fax: 81.44.844.8298 PRELIMINARY: Data Sheets contain information regarding a product M/A-COM has under developVisit www.macom.com for additional data sheets and product information. ment. Performance is based on engineering tests. Specifications are typical. Mechanical outline has been fixed. Engineering samples and/or test data may be available. Commitment to produce in M/A-COM Inc. and its affiliates reserve the right to make changes to the product(s) or volume is not guaranteed. information contained herein without notice. MAAMSS0073 RF Driver Amplifier 250 - 4000 MHz M/A-COM Products Rev. V3 Typical Performance Curves: Gain Input Return Loss 25 0 20 -5 15 -10 +25C -40C +85C 10 5 3000 3250 +25C -40C +85C -15 3500 3750 4000 -20 3000 3250 Frequency (MHz) 3500 3750 4000 24 32 Frequency (MHz) Output Return Loss P1dB @ 3500 MHz 0 26 +25C -40C +85C -5 24 22 -10 20 -15 +25C -40C +85C 18 -20 3000 3250 3500 3750 4000 16 0 Frequency (MHz) 8 16 Output Power (dBm) Current Noise 6 1200 1000 +25C -40C +85C 5 800 4 600 3 400 200 0 8 16 24 Output Power (dBm) 32 2 3000 25C 3250 3500 3750 4000 Frequency (MHz) 3 ADVANCED: Data Sheets contain information regarding a product M/A-COM is considering for * North America Tel: 800.366.2266 / Fax: 978.366.2266 development. Performance is based on target specifications, simulated results, and/or prototype * Europe Tel: 44.1908.574.200 / Fax: 44.1908.574.300 measurements. Commitment to develop is not guaranteed. * Asia/Pacific Tel: 81.44.844.8296 / Fax: 81.44.844.8298 PRELIMINARY: Data Sheets contain information regarding a product M/A-COM has under developVisit www.macom.com for additional data sheets and product information. ment. Performance is based on engineering tests. Specifications are typical. Mechanical outline has been fixed. Engineering samples and/or test data may be available. Commitment to produce in M/A-COM Inc. and its affiliates reserve the right to make changes to the product(s) or volume is not guaranteed. information contained herein without notice. MAAMSS0073 RF Driver Amplifier 250 - 4000 MHz M/A-COM Products Rev. V3 Typical Performance Curves: Output IP3 EVM 60 5 50 4 40 3 3.3 GHz 3.4 GHz 3.5 GHz 3.6 GHz 3.7 GHz 3.8 GHz 2 30 3.3 GHz 3.4 GHz 3.5 GHz 3.6 GHz 3.7 GHz 3.8 GHz 20 1 0 10 4 8 12 16 20 24 0 28 4 8 12 16 20 24 Channel Power (dBm) Channel Power (dBm) 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. Lead-Free 4 mm 16-Lead PQFN 4 Reference Application Note S2083 for lead-free solder reflow recommendations. Meets JEDEC moisture sensitivity level 1 requirements. ADVANCED: Data Sheets contain information regarding a product M/A-COM is considering for * North America Tel: 800.366.2266 / Fax: 978.366.2266 development. Performance is based on target specifications, simulated results, and/or prototype * Europe Tel: 44.1908.574.200 / Fax: 44.1908.574.300 measurements. Commitment to develop is not guaranteed. * Asia/Pacific Tel: 81.44.844.8296 / Fax: 81.44.844.8298 PRELIMINARY: Data Sheets contain information regarding a product M/A-COM has under developVisit www.macom.com for additional data sheets and product information. ment. Performance is based on engineering tests. Specifications are typical. Mechanical outline has been fixed. Engineering samples and/or test data may be available. Commitment to produce in M/A-COM Inc. and its affiliates reserve the right to make changes to the product(s) or volume is not guaranteed. information contained herein without notice.