MAAL-008091
High Dynamic Range Low Noise Amplifier
800 - 1000 MHz
Features
•
Low Noise Figure: 1.2 dB
•
High Input IP3: +18 dBm at 8 V, 60 mA bias
+6.5 dBm at 3 V, 20 mA bias
•
High Gain: 15 dB
•
Single Supply: +3 to +8 VDC
•
Adjustable current: 20 to 80 mA with external
resistor
•
Lead-Free SOIC-8 Package
•
100% Matte Tin Plating over Copper
•
Halogen-Free “Green” Mold Compound
•
260°C Reflow Compatible
•
RoHS* Compliant Version of AM50-0003
Rev. V2
Functional Block Diagram
Description
M/A-COM’s MAAL-008091 is a high dynamic
range, GaAs MMIC, low noise amplifier in a
lead-free SOIC-8, surface mount plastic package.
It employs external input matching to obtain
optimum noise figure performance and operating
frequency flexibility.
The MAAL-008091 also features flexible biasing to
control the current consumption vs. dynamic range
trade-off. The MAAL-008091 can operate from any
supply voltage in the 3 V to 8 V range. Its current
can be controlled over a range of 20 mA to 80 mA
with an external resistor.
The MAAL-008091 is ideally suited for use where
low noise figure, high gain, high dynamic range,
and low power consumption are required. Typical
applications include receiver front ends in AMPS,
GSM, and ETACS base stations. It is also useful
as a gain block, buffer, driver, and IF amplifier in
both fixed and portable cellular and 900 MHz ISM
systems.
The MAAL-008091 is fabricated using a low-cost
0.5-micron gate length GaAs process.
The
process features full passivation for increased
performance reliability.
Pin Configuration
Pin No. Pin Name
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
GND
R
EXT
RF
IN
GND
GND
RF
OUT
V
DD
GND
Description
RF and DC Ground
External Current Control (optional)
RF Input of the amplifier
RF and DC Ground
RF and DC Ground
RF Output of the amplifier
Positive supply voltage
RF and DC Ground
Ordering Information
1
Part Number
MAAL-008091-000000
MAAL-008091-TR3000
Package
Bulk Packaging
3000 piece reel
1. Reference Application Note M513 for reel size information.
* Restrictions on Hazardous Substances, European Union Directive 2002/95/EC.
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•
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
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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.
MAAL-008091
High Dynamic Range Low Noise Amplifier
800 - 1000 MHz
Electrical Specifications: T
A
= +25°C, F = 900 MHz, P
IN
= -30 dBm, Z
0
= 50
Ω
Parameter
Gain
Noise Figure
Input VSWR
Output VSWR
Output 1 dB Compression
Input IP3
Reverse Isolation
2. Using external 15
Ω
resistor. See functional schematic.
Rev. V2
Test Conditions
5 V, 60 mA
2
3 V, 20 mA
5 V, 60 mA
2
3 V, 20 mA
—
—
5 V, 60 mA
2
3 V, 20 mA
5 V, 60 mA
2
3 V, 20 mA
—
Units
dB
dB
dB
dB
Ratio
Ratio
dBm
dBm
dBm
dBm
dB
Min.
13
12
—
—
—
—
—
—
12.5
4.0
—
Typ.
15
13.5
1.20
1.25
2.0:1
1.5:1
16.5
8.5
15
6.5
25
Max.
—
—
1.50
1.50
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
Absolute Maximum Ratings
3,4
Parameter
V
DD
Input Power
Current
5
Channel Temperature
6
Operating Temperature
Storage Temperature
Absolute Maximum
+10 VDC
+10 dBm
120 mA
+150°C
-40°C to +85°C
-65°C to +150°C
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.
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.
5. When pin #2 is used to increase current (see note 8).
6. Thermal resistance (θjc) = +88°C/W.
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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.
MAAL-008091
High Dynamic Range Low Noise Amplifier
800 - 1000 MHz
Recommended PCB Configuration
Cross Section View
Rev. V2
The PCB dielectric between RF traces and RF ground layers
should be chosen to reduce RF discontinuities between 50
Ω
lines and package pins. M/A-COM recommends an FR-4
dielectric thickness of 0.008” (0.20 mm) yielding a 50
Ω
line
width of 0.015” (0.38 mm). The recommended RF metalization
is 1 ounce copper.
Functional Schematic
External Component List
7
Part
C1
C2
L1
L2
R1
R2
Value
47 pF
470 pF
12 nH
12 nH
5.1 K
Ω
See
Note 8
Case
Size
0603
0603
0603
0603
0603
0603
Manufacturer
Murata
Murata
Coilcraft
Coilcraft
Panasonic
Panasonic
Purpose
DC Block
By-Pass
Tuning
RF Choke
DC Return
Optional
current control
7. All external components are readily available, low cost
surface mount components.
8. Pin 2 allows use of an external resistor to ground for
optional, higher current. For 20 mA operation, no resistor is
used.
For I
DD
~ 40 mA, R2 = 43 ohms;
I
DD
~ 60 mA, R2 = 15 ohms;
I
DD
~ 80 mA, R2 = 10 ohms.
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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.
MAAL-008091
High Dynamic Range Low Noise Amplifier
800 - 1000 MHz
Typical Performance Curves:
T
A
= +25°C, Z
0
= 50
Ω,
V
DD
= 5 V, I
DD
= 60 mA unless otherwise specified
Gain vs. Frequency
17
3 Volts
5 Volts
8 Volts
Rev. V2
VSWR vs. Frequency
5
16
4
INPUT
OUTPUT
15
3
14
2
13
12
0.5
0.7
0.9
1.1
1
0.5
0.7
0.9
1.1
Frequency (GHz)
Frequency (GHz)
Noise Figure vs. Frequency
1.4
Vdd = 3 to 8 Volts
Noise Figure vs. Current, F = 900 MHz
1.4
Vdd = 3 to 8 Volts
1.3
1.3
1.2
1.2
1.1
1.1
1
0.80
1
0.85
0.90
0.95
1.0
20
40
60
80
Frequency (GHz)
IDD (mA)
Output P1dB vs. Frequency
24
Output P1dB vs. Current, F = 900 MHz
24
3 VOLT
5 VOLT
6 VOLT
8 VOLT
20
20
16
3 VOLT
5 VOLT
6 VOLT
8 VOLT
16
12
12
8
0.80
8
0.85
0.90
0.95
1.0
20
40
60
80
Frequency (GHz)
IDD (mA)
4
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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.
MAAL-008091
High Dynamic Range Low Noise Amplifier
800 - 1000 MHz
Typical Performance Curves:
T
A
= +25°C, Z
0
= 50
Ω,
V
DD
= 5 V, I
DD
= 60 mA unless otherwise specified
Input IP3 vs. Frequency
21
Rev. V2
Input IP3 vs. Current, F = 900 MHz
21
3 VOLT
5 VOLT
6 VOLT
8 VOLT
17
17
13
3 VOLTS
5 VOLTS
6 VOLTS
8 VOLTS
9
13
9
5
0.8
0.85
0.9
0.95
1
5
20
40
60
80
Frequency (GHz)
IDD (mA)
Lead-Free SOIC-8
†
Additional information is available in Application Note M540, “M/A-COM GaAs MMIC LNA SOIC-8 Platform”.
†
Reference Application Note M538 for lead-free solder reflow recommendations.
Meets JEDEC moisture sensitivity level 1 requirements.
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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.