Product Specification
PE4140
Product Description
The PE4140 is an ultra-high linearity passive broadband Quad
MOSFET array with high dynamic range performance capable
of operation beyond 6.0 GHz. This quad array operates with
differential signals at all ports (RF, LO, IF), allowing mixers to
be built that use LO powers from -7 dBm to +20 dBm. Typical
applications range from frequency up/down-conversion to
phase detection for Cellular/PCS Base Stations, Wireless
Broadband Communications and STB/Cable modems.
The PE4140 is manufactured on Peregrine’s UltraCMOS™
process, a patented variation of silicon-on-insulator (SOI)
technology on a sapphire substrate, offering the performance
of GaAs with the economy and integration of conventional
CMOS.
Ultra-High Linearity UltraCMOS™
Broadband Quad MOSFET Array
Features
Ultimate Quad MOSFET array
Ultra-high linearity, broadband
performance beyond 6.0 GHz
Ideal for mixer applications
Up/down conversion
Low conversion loss
High LO Isolation
Packaged in small 6-lead 3x3 mm DFN
Figure 1. Functional Diagram
Figure 2. Package Type
6-lead DFN
LO
IF
RF
Table 1. AC and DC Electrical Specifications @ +25 °C
Symbol
F
TYP
V
DS
V
DS
Match
V
T
R
DS
Characteristics
Operating Frequency Range
1
Drain-Source Voltage
Drain-Source Voltage Match
Threshold Voltage
Drain-Source ‘ON’ Resistance
Test Conditions
Min
DC
Typ
Max
6.0
Units
GHz
mV
mV
mV
V
GS
= +3V, I
DS
= 40 mA
260
320
12
380
40
V
DS
= 0.1V; per ASTM F617-00
V
GS
= +3V, I
DS
= 40 mA
6.5
-100
7.75
9.5
Ω
Note 1: Typical untested operating frequency range of Quad MOSFET transistors.
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Figure 3. Pin Configuration (Top View)
Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) Precautions
This MOSFET device has minimally protected
inputs and is highly susceptible to ESD damage.
When handling this UltraCMOS™ device,
observe the same precautions that you would use
with other ESD-sensitive devices.
Latch-Up Avoidance
Unlike conventional CMOS devices, UltraCMOS™
devices are immune to latch-up.
Device Description
IF1
RF1
RF2
1
2
3
Exposed
Solder Pad
(bottom side)
6
5
4
IF2
LO1
LO2
Table 2. Pin Descriptions
Pin
No.
1
2
3
4
5
6
Pin
Name
IF1
RF1
RF2
LO2
LO1
IF2
Description
IF Output Connection (Drain)
RF Input Connection (Source)
RF Input Connection (Source)
LO Input Connection (Gate)
LO Input Connection (Gate)
IF Output Connection (Drain)
The PE4140 passive broadband Quad MOSFET
array is designed for use in up-conversion and
down-conversion applications for high
performance systems such as cellular
infrastructure equipment and STB/CATV systems.
The PE4140 is an ideal mixer core for a wide
range of mixer products, including module level
solutions that incorporate baluns or other single-
ended matching structures enabling three-port
operation.
The performance level of this passive mixer is
made possible by the very high linearity afforded
by Peregrine’s UltraCMOS™ process.
Units
°C
°C
Table 3. Absolute Maximum Ratings
Symbol
T
ST
T
OP
Parameters/
Conditions
Storage temperature
range
Operating temperature
range
Maximum DC plus peak
AC voltage across Drain-
Source
Maximum DC plus peak
AC voltage across Gate-
Drain or Gate-Source
HBM
1
ESD Voltage
Min
-65
-40
Max
150
85
Marking
Packaged devices are marked with part number
“4140”, date code and lot code.
Moisture Sensitivity Level
The Moisture Sensitivity Level rating for the
PE4140 in the 6-lead 3x3 DFN package is MSL1.
V
DC + AC
±3.3
V
V
DC+AC
V
ESD
±4.2
100
V
V
Note 1: ML_STD 883 Method 3015.7
Exceeding absolute maximum ratings may cause
permanent damage. Operation should be
restricted to the limits in the Operating Ranges
table. Operation between operating range
maximum and absolute maximum for extended
periods may reduce reliability.
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Evaluation Kit
Figure 4. Evaluation Board Layout
Peregrine Specification 101/0090
Applications Support
If you have a problem with your evaluation kit or if you have
applications questions, please contact applications support:
E-Mail: help@psemi.com (fastest response)
Phone: (858) 731-9400
Figure 5. Evaluation Board Schematic
Peregrine Specification 102/0115
Note:
This is the complete evaluation board schematic; which can be used for multiple configurations. Not all
components need be populated. Refer to 'typical schematics' on following pages.
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Figure 6. Typical Schematic for a PCS Application
J3
LO Input
T1
M/A Com
ETC1.6-4-2-3
4
5
3
2
1
R2
1.2 nH
R3
2.7 nH
4
5
PE4140
6
R8
2.7 nH
2
3
4
1
3
2
1
T2
M/A Com
ETC1.6-4-2-3
1
5
2
3
4
R16
3 pF
J4
RF Input
R12
1.2 nH
5
T3
TOKO
617DB-1024
J6
IF Out
Table 4. Typical Performance in a PCS Application @ +25 °C
Parameter
Frequency Range**
LO
RF
IF
Conversion Loss**
(Includes balun losses)
Isolation**
LO-RF
LO-IF
Input IP3**
Input 1 dB Compression**
36
26
32
22
dB
dB
dBm
dBm
1630
1700
--
--
70
8.5
2130
2200
MHz
MHz
MHz
dB
Minimum
Typical
Maximum
Units
** Data taken on an Evaluation Board narrow-band tuned to cover the PCS band, IF = 73MHz low-side, LO drive = 17dBm.
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Typical Performance Plots in a PCS Application @ +25 °C (LO=17 dBm, IF=73 MHz Low-side)
Figure 7. IIP3 vs. Frequency
Figure 8. Conversion Loss vs. Frequency
40
35
30
IIP3 (dBm) @ 17dBm Lo
25
20
15
10
5
0
1700
Conversion Loss (dB) @ 17dBm Lo
IF=73Mhz Low-side
10
9
8
Conversion Loss
7
6
1750
1800
1850
1900
1950
2000
2050
2100
5
1700
1750
1800
1850
1900
1950
2000
2050
2100
Frequency (MHz)
Frequency (MHz)
Figure 9. LO-RF & LO-IF Isolation
0
-5
-10
-15
-20
-25
LO-RF
-30
-35
-40
1700
LO-IF
Isolation (dB)
1750
1800
1850
1900
1950
2000
2050
2100
Frequency (MHz)
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