small signal gain of 19 dB with a noise figure of 2.5
dB.
This lead-free, 3 mm QFN package requires only a
single positive bias supply. The devices uses
MACOM’s GaAs transistor technology, ensuring high
repeatability and uniformity.
The device is well suited to multiple receiver
applications which require broadband performance
with simple bias requirements and the ease of
volume manufacturing with 3 mm QFN packaging.
N/C N/C N/C N/C
Pin Configuration
Pin No.
1
Pin Name
GND
RF
IN
GND
N/C
GND
RF
OUT
GND
V
D
N/C
Description
Ground
RF Input
Ground
No Connection
Ground
RF Output
Ground
Bias Voltage
No Connection
RF and DC Ground
Ordering Information
1,2
Part Number
MAAL-011111-TR0500
MAAL-011111-TR1000
MAAL-011111-000SMB
Package
500 pc reel
1K pc reel
2
3
4-9
10
11
Sample Evaluation board
12
13
14-16
Paddle
3
1. Reference Application Note M513 for reel size information.
2. All sample boards include 5 loose parts.
3. The exposed pad centered on the package bottom must be
connected to RF and DC ground.
* Restrictions on Hazardous Substances, European Union Directive 2011/65/EU.
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MAAL-011111
Low Noise Amplifier
22 - 38 GHz
Electrical Specifications: Freq: 22 - 38 GHz, V
D
= 3.3 V, T
A
= +25°C
Parameter
Small Signal Gain
4
Gain Flatness
Input Return Loss
Output Return Loss
Reverse isolation
Noise Figure
Output P1dB
Supply Current (I
D
)
4. Specified over 24-36 GHz
Rev. V2
Units
dB
dB
dB
dB
dB
dB
dBm
mA
Min.
17
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
Typ.
19
±2
10
13
45
2.5
5
55
Max.
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
65
Absolute Maximum Ratings
5,6
Parameter
Supply Voltage
Supply Current
Input Power
Storage Temperature
Operating Temperature
Channel Temperature
7
Absolute Max.
7 VDC
70 mA
12.0 dBm
-65ºC to +165ºC
-40ºC to +85ºC
+150ºC
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
Class 1A devices.
5. Exceeding any one or combination of these limits may cause
permanent damage to this device.
6. MACOM does not recommend sustained operation near
these survivability limits.
7. Channel temperature directly affects a device's MTTF. It is
recommended to keep channel temperature as low as
possible to maximize lifetime.
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MAAL-011111
Low Noise Amplifier
22 - 38 GHz
Typical Performance Curves
Gain
25
Rev. V2
Reverse Isolation
-10
20
-20
3.0 V
3.3 V
3.6 V
15
-30
10
3.0 V
3.3 V
3.6 V
-40
5
-50
0
20
24
28
32
36
40
-60
20
24
28
32
36
40
Frequency (GHz)
Frequency (GHz)
Input Return Loss
0
3.0 V
3.3 V
3.6 V
Output Return Loss
0
3.0 V
3.3 V
3.6 V
-5
-5
-10
-10
-15
-15
-20
-20
-25
20
24
28
32
36
40
-25
20
24
28
32
36
40
Frequency (GHz)
Frequency (GHz)
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MAAL-011111
Low Noise Amplifier
22 - 38 GHz
Typical Performance Curves
Noise Figure
5
3.0 V
3.3 V
3.6 V
Rev. V2
P1dB
10
3.0 V
3.3 V
3.6 V
4
8
3
6
2
4
1
2
0
20
24
28
32
36
40
0
20
24
28
32
36
40
Frequency (GHz)
Frequency (GHz)
Gain Over Temperature
25
20
15
10
+25 degC
S21 (dB)
5
0
20
+85 degC
-40 degC
24
28
32
Frequency (GHz)
36
40
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MAAL-011111
Low Noise Amplifier
22 - 38 GHz
Recommended Board Layout
8
(DXF file available from website)
Rev. V2
Vd
RFIn
RFOut
8. Ground plane conductor should be removed under the corners of the package, as shown.
Biasing -
The device is operated with a single, positive bias supply. The device performance is insensitive to
changes in bias condition; however, gain and power handling can be slightly improved with higher bias
conditions without significantly affecting the noise figure performance. Typical biasing conditions within the
specified performance ranges are V
D
= 3 V, 50 mA, V
D
= 3.3 V, 55 mA, V
D
= 3.6 V, 60 mA.
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