Amplifier, Power, 1.2W
9.0-12.0 GHz
Features
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MAAP-000038-PKG003
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2 Watt Saturated Output Power Level
Variable Drain Voltage (4-10V) Operation
MSAG Process
5x5 mm 20 Lead MLP Package
Description
The
MAAP-000038-PKG003
is a packaged, 3-stage, 1.2 W power
amplifier with on-chip bias networks in a 20 lead MLP package,
allowing easy assembly. This product is fully matched to 50
ohms on both the input and output. It can be used as a power
amplifier stage or as a driver stage in high power applications.
Fabricated using M/A-COM’s repeatable, high performance and
highly reliable GaAs Multifunction Self-Aligned Gate MESFET
Process, each device is 100% RF tested on wafer to ensure
performance compliance.
M/A-COM’s MSAG process features robust silicon-like
manufacturing processes, planar processing of ion implanted
transistors, multiple implant capability enabling power, low-
noise, switch and digital FETs on a single chip, and polyimide
scratch protection for ease of use with automated
manufacturing processes. The use of refractory metals and the
absence of platinum in the gate metal formulation prevents
hydrogen poisoning when employed in hermetic packaging.
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Primary Applications
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Point-to-Point Radio
Weather Radar
Airborne Radar
Maximum Operating Conditions
1
Parameter
Input Power
Drain Supply Voltage
Gate Supply Voltage
Quiescent Drain Current (No RF, 40% IDSS)
Quiescent DC Power Dissipated (No RF)
Junction Temperature
Storage Temperature
Processing Temperature
1. Operation beyond these limits may result in permanent damage to the part.
Symbol
P
IN
V
DD
V
GG
I
DQ
P
DISS
T
J
T
STG
Absolute Maximum
21.0
+12.0
-3.0
1.15
7.5
180
-55 to +150
230
Units
dBm
V
V
A
W
°C
°C
°C
Recommended Operating Conditions
2
Characteristic
Drain Supply Voltage
Gate Supply Voltage
Input Power
Junction Temperature
Thermal Resistance
Package Base Temperature
Symbol
V
DD
V
GG
P
IN
T
J
Θ
JC
T
B
12.3
Note 3
Min
4.0
-2.4
Typ
8.0
-2.0
16.0
Max
10.0
-1.3
19.0
150
Unit
V
V
dBm
°C
°C/W
°C
1
2. Operation outside of these ranges may reduce product reliability.
3. Maximum Package Base Temperature = 150°C —
Θ
JC
* V
DD
* I
DQ
M/A-COM Inc. and its affiliates reserve the right to make changes to the
product(s) or information contained herein without notice. M/A-COM makes
no warranty, representation or guarantee regarding the suitability of its
products for any particular purpose, nor does M/A-COM assume any liability
whatsoever arising out of the use or application of any product(s) or
information.
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North America
Tel: 800.366.2266 / Fax: 978.366.2266
•
Europe
Tel: 44.1908.574.200 / Fax: 44.1908.574.300
•
Asia/Pacific
Tel: 81.44.844.8296 / Fax: 81.44.844.8298
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Amplifier, Power, 1.2W
9.0-12.0 GHz
MAAP-000038-PKG003
Rev —
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Electrical Characteristics: T
B
= 40°C
4
, Z
0
= 50 W, V
DD
= 8V, I
DQ
≈
710 mA
3
, P
in
= 16 dBm, R
G
≈
100
Ω
Parameter
Bandwidth
Output Power
Power Added Efficiency
1-dB Compression Point
Small Signal Gain
Input VSWR
Output VSWR
Gate Supply Current
Drain Supply Current
Noise Figure
2
nd
Harmonic
3
rd
Harmonic
Output Third Order Intercept
3
rd
Order Intermodulation Distortion,
Single Carrier Level = 21 dBm
5
th
Order Intermodulation Distortion,
Single Carrier Level = 21 dBm
4. Adjust V
GG
between –2.4 to –1.3V to achieve indicated I
DQ
.
Symbol
f
POUT
PAE
P1dB
G
VSWR
VSWR
I
GG
I
DD
NF
2f
3f
OTOI
IM3
IM5
Typical*
9-12
31.5
17
30
21
3
2.5:1
<10
0.9
9
-20
-36
40
-13
-30
Units
GHz
dBm
%
dBm
dB
—
—
mA
A
dB
dBc
dBc
dBm
dBm
dBm
Operating Instructions
This device is static sensitive. Please handle with care. To operate the device,
follow these steps.
1. Apply V
GG
≈
-1.7V, V
DD
= 0 V.
2. Ramp V
DD
to desired voltage, typically 8 V.
3. Adjust V
GG
to set I
DQ
, (See Note 3 above).
4. Set RF input.
5.
Power down sequence in reverse. Turn V
GG
off last.
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M/A-COM Inc. and its affiliates reserve the right to make changes to the
product(s) or information contained herein without notice. M/A-COM makes
no warranty, representation or guarantee regarding the suitability of its
products for any particular purpose, nor does M/A-COM assume any liability
whatsoever arising out of the use or application of any product(s) or
information.
•
North America
Tel: 800.366.2266 / Fax: 978.366.2266
•
Europe
Tel: 44.1908.574.200 / Fax: 44.1908.574.300
•
Asia/Pacific
Tel: 81.44.844.8296 / Fax: 81.44.844.8298
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Amplifier, Power, 1.2W
9.0-12.0 GHz
50
POUT
PAE
40
40
40
MAAP-000038-PKG003
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50
50
VDD = 4
VDD = 6
VDD = 8
VDD = 10
POUT (dBm)
P1dB (dBm)
PAE(%)
30
30
30
20
20
20
10
10
10
0
8.5
9.0
9.5
10.0
10.5
11.0
11.5
12.0
0
12.5
0
8.5
9.0
9.5
10.0
10.5
11.0
11.5
12.0
12.5
Frequency (GHz)
Figure 1. Output Power and Power Added Efficiency vs. Frequency
at V
DD
= 8V and P
in
= 16 dBm
Frequency (GHz)
Figure 2. 1dB Compression Point vs. Drain Voltage
50
1.2
40
1.0
0.8
POUT (dBm)
30
IDS (A)
0.6
9.0 GHz
10.5 GHz
12.0 GHz
20
9.0 GHz
10.5 GHz
0.4
10
12.0 GHz
0.2
0
-10
-8
-6
-4
-2
0
2
4
6
8
10
12
14
16
18
20
0.0
-10
-8
-6
-4
-2
0
2
4
6
8
10
12
14
16
18
20
PIN (dBm)
Figure 3. Output Power vs. Input Power
at V
DD
= 8V
Frequency (GHz)
Figure 4. Drain Current vs. Input Power
at V
DD
= 8V
50
POUT
PAE
40
50
40
Gain
Input VSWR
6
40
32
Output VSWR
5
POUT (dBm)
Gain (dB)
PAE(%)
30
30
24
4
20
20
16
3
10
10
8
2
0
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
0
0
8.5
9.5
10.5
Frequency (GHz)
11.5
1
12.5
Drain Voltage (volts)
Figure 5. Saturated Output Power and Power Added Efficiency vs. Drain Voltage
at f
o
= 10.5 GHz
Figure 6. Small Signal Gain and VSWR vs. Frequency at V
DD
= 8V.
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M/A-COM Inc. and its affiliates reserve the right to make changes to the
product(s) or information contained herein without notice. M/A-COM makes
no warranty, representation or guarantee regarding the suitability of its
products for any particular purpose, nor does M/A-COM assume any liability
whatsoever arising out of the use or application of any product(s) or
information.
•
North America
Tel: 800.366.2266 / Fax: 978.366.2266
•
Europe
Tel: 44.1908.574.200 / Fax: 44.1908.574.300
•
Asia/Pacific
Tel: 81.44.844.8296 / Fax: 81.44.844.8298
Visit www.macom.com for additional data sheets and product information.
VSWR
Amplifier, Power, 1.2W
9.0-12.0 GHz
MAAP-000038-PKG003
Rev —
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AP000038
Figure 7. 5x5 mm 20-Lead MLP.
V
DD
0.1μF
100pF
(as close to the package as possible)
100pF
(as close to the package as possible)
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V
GG
0.1μF
100pF
(as close to the package as possible)
100pF
(as close to the package as possible)
Figure 8. Recommended Bias Configuration.
Note: The exposed
pad centered on the package bottom must be connected to RF
and dc ground for proper electrical and thermal operation.
Refer to M/A-COM Application Note
Surface Mounting Instructions for PQFN Packages #S2083*
for assembly guidelines.
Additional Precaution: All parts must receive a bake-out of 125ºC for 24 hours prior to any solder reflow operation.
*Application Notes can be found by going to the Site Search Page of M/A-COM’s web page (http://www.macom.com/search/search.jsp) and
searching for the required Application Note.
M/A-COM Inc. and its affiliates reserve the right to make changes to the
product(s) or information contained herein without notice. M/A-COM makes
no warranty, representation or guarantee regarding the suitability of its
products for any particular purpose, nor does M/A-COM assume any liability
whatsoever arising out of the use or application of any product(s) or
information.
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North America
Tel: 800.366.2266 / Fax: 978.366.2266
•
Europe
Tel: 44.1908.574.200 / Fax: 44.1908.574.300
•
Asia/Pacific
Tel: 81.44.844.8296 / Fax: 81.44.844.8298
Visit www.macom.com for additional data sheets and product information.
Amplifier, Power, 1.2W
9.0-12.0 GHz
MAAP-000038-PKG003
Rev —
Advance Information
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RFIN
1
RFOUT
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Figure 9. Demonstration Board PN MAAP-000038-PKG-SMB (available upon request).
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M/A-COM Inc. and its affiliates reserve the right to make changes to the
product(s) or information contained herein without notice. M/A-COM makes
no warranty, representation or guarantee regarding the suitability of its
products for any particular purpose, nor does M/A-COM assume any liability
whatsoever arising out of the use or application of any product(s) or
information.
•
North America
Tel: 800.366.2266 / Fax: 978.366.2266
•
Europe
Tel: 44.1908.574.200 / Fax: 44.1908.574.300
•
Asia/Pacific
Tel: 81.44.844.8296 / Fax: 81.44.844.8298
Visit www.macom.com for additional data sheets and product information.