MAALSS0038
Miniature Broadband Gain Stage
70 - 3000 MHz
Features
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Low Noise Figure
High IP
3
Single +3 V or +5 V Supply Voltage
Little performance change over Temperature
Lead-Free SC-70 6-Lead (SOT-363) Package
100% Matte Tin Plating over Copper
Halogen-Free “Green” Mold Compound
260°C Reflow Compatible
RoHS* Compliant Version of MAALSS0012
Rev. V1
Functional Block Diagram
Description
M/A-COM’s MAALSS0038 broadband gain stage is
a GaAs MMIC amplifier in a lead-free SOT-363
surface mount plastic package. The MAALSS0038
employs a monolithic 1-stage self-biased design
featuring a convenient 50
Ω
input/output impedance
that minimizes the number of external components
required. The device typically runs from a single 3.0
volt supply and may also operate at any voltage up
to 5.0 volts for improved power performance. Its
broadband design provides usable performance
from 70 to 3000 MHz. To show off-chip tuning
requirements from 70 to 210 MHz, IF application
circuitry is available on page 6.
M/A-COM fabricates the MAALSS0038 using an
E/D MESFET process to realize low noise and high
dynamic range.
The process features full
passivation for performance and reliability.
Pin Configuration
Pin No.
1
2
3
4
5
6
3
Function
GND
GND
RF In
GND
GND
RF Out/V
DD
Description
Ground
Ground
RF input
Ground
Ground
RF output / drain voltage input
3. Series inductor and decoupling capacitor recommended on
pin 6.
Absolute Maximum Ratings
4,5
Parameter
Absolute Maximum
15 dBm
6.0 volts
-40 °C to +85 °C
-65 °C to +150 °C
RF Input Power
Ordering Information
Part Number
MAALSS0038
MAALSS0038TR-3000
MAALSS0038SMB
1,2
Package
Bulk Packaging
3000 piece reel
Sample Test Board
Voltage
Operating Temperature
Storage Temperature
1. Reference Application Note M513 for reel size information.
2. All sample boards include 5 loose parts.
4. Exceeding any one or combination of these limits may cause
permanent damage to this device.
5. M/A-COM does not recommend sustained operation near
these survivability limits.
* Restrictions on Hazardous Substances, European Union Directive 2002/95/EC.
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•
North America
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is considering for development. Performance is based on target specifications, simulated results,
•
Europe
Tel: 44.1908.574.200 / Fax: 44.1908.574.300
and/or prototype measurements. Commitment to develop is not guaranteed.
•
Asia/Pacific
Tel: 81.44.844.8296 / Fax: 81.44.844.8298
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Solutions has under development. Performance is based on engineering tests. Specifications are
typical. Mechanical outline has been fixed. Engineering samples and/or test data may be available.
M/A-COM Technology Solutions Inc. and its affiliates reserve the right to make
Commitment to produce in volume is not guaranteed.
changes to the product(s) or information contained herein without notice.
MAALSS0038
Miniature Broadband Gain Stage
70 - 3000 MHz
Electrical Specifications: Z
0
= 50
Ω,
T
A
= 25 °C
Parameter
Gain
6
Rev. V1
Test Conditions
F = 0.9 GHz
F = 1.9 GHz
F = 3.0 GHz
F = 0.9 GHz
F = 1.9 GHz
F = 3.0 GHz
F = 0.9 GHz
F = 1.9 GHz
F = 3.0 GHz
F = 0.9 GHz
F = 1.9 GHz
F = 3.0 GHz
200 – 3000 MHz
200 – 3000 MHz
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Units
dB
dB
dB
dB
dB
dB
dB
dB
dB
dB
dB
dB
dBm
dBm
mA
Noise Figure
7
Input Return Loss
Output Return Loss
Output P1dB
Output IP
3
Current
6. Gain varies at -0.0025 dB/°C typical.
7. Noise figure varies at 0.007 dB/°C typical.
Min.
—
11.0
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
50
+5 V
Typ.
14.2
12.0
9.6
1.5
1.5
1.6
9.4
13.2
14.7
9.7
15.5
33.0
21
32
87
Max.
—
13.0
—
—
2.0
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
100
Application Schematic
Component List
8
, 200 - 3000 MHz
Part Value
C1
C2
C3
L1
39 pF
39 pF
470 pF
12 nH
Case
Manufacturer
Style
0402
0402
0402
0805
Murata
Murata
Murata
Coilcraft
Purpose
Input DC Block
Output DC Block
RF Bypass
RF Choke/Tuning
8. See page 6 for IF application circuitry.
Recommended PCB Configuration
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Data Sheets contain information regarding a product M/A-COM Technology Solutions
•
North America
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is considering for development. Performance is based on target specifications, simulated results,
•
Europe
Tel: 44.1908.574.200 / Fax: 44.1908.574.300
and/or prototype 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 Technology
Visit www.macomtech.com for additional data sheets and product information.
Solutions has under development. Performance is based on engineering tests. Specifications are
typical. Mechanical outline has been fixed. Engineering samples and/or test data may be available.
M/A-COM Technology Solutions Inc. and its affiliates reserve the right to make
Commitment to produce in volume is not guaranteed.
changes to the product(s) or information contained herein without notice.
MAALSS0038
Miniature Broadband Gain Stage
70 - 3000 MHz
Typical Performance Curves
S-Parameters V
DD
@ 5.0 V, T = 25 °C
20
Rev. V1
Noise Figure @ 5.0 Volts
2.5
10
0
2.0
1.5
-10
1.0
-20
-30
-40
0
1
2
3
4
S11
S21
S22
0.5
25 C
-40 C
85 C
0.0
0.4
1.0
1.6
2.2
2.8
3.4
4.0
Frequency (GHz)
Frequency (GHz)
S-Parameters V
DD
@ 5.0 V, T = - 40 °C
20
Output P
1dB
V
DD
= 5.0 Volts
24.0
10
22.0
0
-10
-20
-30
-40
0
1
2
3
4
S11
S21
S22
20.0
18.0
25 C
-40 C
85 C
16.0
0.5
1.0
1.5
2.0
2.5
3.0
3.5
4.0
Frequency (GHz)
Frequency (GHz)
S-Parameters V
DD
@ 5.0 V, T = 70 °C
20
10
0
-10
-20
-30
-40
0
1
2
3
4
S11
S21
S22
3
Frequency (GHz)
ADVANCED:
Data Sheets contain information regarding a product M/A-COM Technology Solutions
•
North America
Tel: 800.366.2266 / Fax: 978.366.2266
is considering for development. Performance is based on target specifications, simulated results,
•
Europe
Tel: 44.1908.574.200 / Fax: 44.1908.574.300
and/or prototype 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 Technology
Visit www.macomtech.com for additional data sheets and product information.
Solutions has under development. Performance is based on engineering tests. Specifications are
typical. Mechanical outline has been fixed. Engineering samples and/or test data may be available.
M/A-COM Technology Solutions Inc. and its affiliates reserve the right to make
Commitment to produce in volume is not guaranteed.
changes to the product(s) or information contained herein without notice.
MAALSS0038
Miniature Broadband Gain Stage
70 - 3000 MHz
Typical Performance Curves (Cont’d)
S-Parameters V
DD
@ 3.0 V, T = 25 °C
20
Rev. V1
Noise Figure @ 3.0 Volts
2.5
10
0
2.0
1.5
-10
1.0
-20
-30
-40
0
1
2
3
4
S11
S21
S22
25 C
-40 C
85 C
0.5
0.0
0.4
1.0
1.6
2.2
2.8
3.4
4.0
Frequency (GHz)
Frequency (GHz)
S-Parameters V
DD
@ 3.0 V, T = - 40° C
20
Output P
1dB
V
DD
= 3.0 Volts
20.0
10
0
19.0
18.0
-10
17.0
-20
-30
-40
0
1
2
3
4
S11
S21
S22
16.0
25 C
-40 C
85 C
15.0
0.5
1.0
1.5
2.0
2.5
3.0
3.5
4.0
Frequency (GHz)
Frequency (GHz)
S-Parameters V
DD
@ 3.0 V, T = 70 °C
20
10
0
-10
-20
-30
-40
0
1
2
3
4
S11
S21
S22
Frequency (GHz)
4
ADVANCED:
Data Sheets contain information regarding a product M/A-COM Technology Solutions
•
North America
Tel: 800.366.2266 / Fax: 978.366.2266
is considering for development. Performance is based on target specifications, simulated results,
•
Europe
Tel: 44.1908.574.200 / Fax: 44.1908.574.300
and/or prototype 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 Technology
Visit www.macomtech.com for additional data sheets and product information.
Solutions has under development. Performance is based on engineering tests. Specifications are
typical. Mechanical outline has been fixed. Engineering samples and/or test data may be available.
M/A-COM Technology Solutions Inc. and its affiliates reserve the right to make
Commitment to produce in volume is not guaranteed.
changes to the product(s) or information contained herein without notice.
MAALSS0038
Miniature Broadband Gain Stage
70 - 3000 MHz
Typical Performance Curves (Cont’d)
S-Parameters V
DD
@ 2.7 V, T = 25 °C
20
Rev. V1
Noise Figure @ 2.7 Volts
2.5
10
0
2.0
1.5
-10
1.0
-20
-30
-40
0
1
2
3
4
S11
S21
S22
0.5
25 C
-40 C
85 C
0.0
0.4
1.0
1.6
2.2
2.8
3.4
4.0
Frequency (GHz)
Frequency (GHz)
S-Parameters V
DD
@ 2.7 V, T = - 40° C
20
Output P
1dB
V
DD
= 2.7 Volts
20.0
25 C
-40 C
85 C
10
18.0
0
-10
-20
-30
-40
0
1
2
3
4
S11
S21
S22
16.0
14.0
12.0
0.5
1.0
1.5
2.0
2.5
3.0
3.5
4.0
Frequency (GHz)
Frequency (GHz)
S-Parameters V
DD
@ 2.7 V, T = 70 °C
20
10
0
-10
S11
S21
S22
-20
-30
0
1
2
3
4
5
Frequency (GHz)
ADVANCED:
Data Sheets contain information regarding a product M/A-COM Technology Solutions
•
North America
Tel: 800.366.2266 / Fax: 978.366.2266
is considering for development. Performance is based on target specifications, simulated results,
•
Europe
Tel: 44.1908.574.200 / Fax: 44.1908.574.300
and/or prototype 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 Technology
Visit www.macomtech.com for additional data sheets and product information.
Solutions has under development. Performance is based on engineering tests. Specifications are
typical. Mechanical outline has been fixed. Engineering samples and/or test data may be available.
M/A-COM Technology Solutions Inc. and its affiliates reserve the right to make
Commitment to produce in volume is not guaranteed.
changes to the product(s) or information contained herein without notice.