MAAL-010528 X-Band Low Noise Amplifier Rev. V6 8 - 12 GHz Functional Schematic Features 1.6 dB Noise Figure V N/C N/C V DD1 DD2 Single 4 V Bias 60 mA Fully Internally Matched to 50 16 15 14 13 Lead-Free 3 mm 16-Lead PQFN Package Halogen-Free Green Mold Compound N/C N/C 1 12 1 RoHS* Compliant N/C N/C 2 11 Description The MAAL-010528 is a high performance X-band RF OUT RF 10 IN 3 GaAs LNA, housed in a miniature, lead-free 3 mm PQFN surface mount plastic package. This MMIC N/C 9 N/C operates from 8 to 12 GHz providing a nominal gain 4 of 20 dB with excellent gain flatness, high OIP3 5 6 7 8 linearity of 26 dBm, and a mid-band noise figure of 1.6 dB. The part features a self-bias architecture V V N/C G2 N/C G1 which requires only a single, positive supply. Pin Configuration The device is internally matched to 50 input/ output and is well suited to multiple applications Pin Pin Name Description including V , radar and microwave radios due to SAT the parts ease of use and excellent performance 1, 2 N/C No Connection parameters. 3 RF RF Input IN 4 N/C No Connection 3,4 5 V Gate Voltage 1 G1 6 N/C No Connection 3,4 7 V Gate Voltage 2 G2 8, 9 N/C No Connection 10 RF RF Output OUT 11, 12 N/C No Connection 1,2 Ordering Information 13 V Bias Voltage 2 DD2 Part Number Package 14, 15 N/C No Connection MAAL-010528-TR0500 500 piece reel 16 V Bias Voltage 1 DD1 5 MAAL-010528-001SMB Sample Board Paddle RF and DC Ground 3. For self-bias, external components C7 through C12 are 1. Reference Application Note M513 for reel size information. optional. No V bias is needed. If C7 through C12 are 2. All sample boards include 5 loose parts. G removed, traces must also be removed. 4. For optional adjustment of self-bias, apply DC gate voltage between -1 V and +0.3 V. External components C7 through C12 are required. 5. The exposed pad centered on the package bottom must be connected to RF, DC and thermal ground. * Restrictions on Hazardous Substances, European Union Directive 2011/65/EU. 11 1 MACOM Technology Solutions Inc. (MACOM) and its affiliates reserve the right to make changes to the product(s) or information contained herein without notice. Visit www.macom.com for additional data sheets and product information. For further information and support please visit: MAAL-010528 X-Band Low Noise Amplifier Rev. V6 8 - 12 GHz Electrical Specifications: T = 25C, V = 4 V, Z = 50 A DD 0 Parameter Test Conditions Units Min. Typ. Max. Gain 8 - 12 GHz dB 17.5 20 8 GHz 1.5 2.0 Noise figure 10 GHz dB 1.8 2.3 12 GHz 2.1 2.8 Input Return Loss 8 - 12 GHz dB 10 Output Return Loss 8 - 12 GHz dB 13 P1dB 8 - 12 GHz dBm 14 OIP3 8 - 12 GHz dBm 26 Current mA 60 75 6,7 Absolute Maximum Ratings Handling Procedures Parameter Absolute Maximum Please observe the following precautions to avoid damage: Input Power 22 dBm Static Sensitivity Operating Voltage 6 V Gallium Arsenide Integrated Circuits are sensitive to Operating Temperature -40C to +85C electrostatic discharge (ESD) and can be damaged by static electricity. Proper ESD control techniques Storage Temperature -65C to +150C should be used when handling these HBM Class 1B 6. Exceeding any one or combination of these limits may cause devices. permanent damage to this device. 7. MACOM does not recommend sustained operation near these survivability limits. 22 2 MACOM Technology Solutions Inc. (MACOM) and its affiliates reserve the right to make changes to the product(s) or information contained herein without notice. Visit www.macom.com for additional data sheets and product information. For further information and support please visit: