AH101
Medium Power, High Linearity Amplifier
Data Sheet: Rev A 06/01/12
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Applications
AH101
SOT-89 Package
Mobile Infrastructure
CATV / DBS
Defense / Homeland Security
Product Features
Functional Block Diagram
50 – 1500 MHz
+47 dBm Output IP3
13.5 dB Gain
+26.5 dBm P1dB
MTTF > 1000 Years
Internally Matched
Single +9 V Supply
Lead-free/RoHS-compliant SOT-89 Package
RF IN GND RF OUT
GND
1
2
3
4
General Description
Pin Configuration
The AH101 is a medium power gain block that offers
excellent dynamic range in a low-cost surface mount
package. The combination of a single supply voltage
and an internally matched device makes it ideal for
both narrow and broadband applications. Only dc
blocking and bypass capacitors as well as an RF
choke are required for operation.
Superior thermal design allows the product to achieve
+46 dBm IP3 performance at a mounting temperature
of +85°C with an associated MTTF of greater than
1000 years. The AH101 is available in the
environmentally-friendly green/RoHS-compliant SOT-
89 package. The broadband amplifier uses a high
reliability GaAs MESFET technology and is targeted
for applications where high linearity is required.
Pin #
Function Label
1
RF IN
3
RF OUT
2, 4
GND
Ordering Information
Part No.
Description
AH101-G
Med. Power High Linearity Amplifier
AH101-PCB
50-900 MHz Evaluation Board
Standard T/R size = 1000 pieces on a 7" reel
AH101
Medium Power, High Linearity Amplifier
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Specifications
Absolute Maximum Ratings
Parameter
Rating
Storage Temperature
-55 to 150°C
RF Input Power CW, 50Ω,T = 25°C
+18 dBm
DC Voltage
+11 V
Operation of this device outside the parameter ranges
given above may cause permanent damage.
Recommended Operating Conditions
Parameter
Min
Typ
Max
Units
TCASE
-40
+85
°C
DC Voltage, VDD
7
9
10
V
TCH (for >106 Hours MTTF)
160
°C
Electrical specifications are measured at specified test
conditions. Specifications are not guaranteed over all
recommended operating conditions.
Electrical Specifications
Test conditions unless otherwise noted: VDD=+9 V, TCASE = +25°C, 50 Ω system.
Parameter
Conditions
Min
Typ
Max
Units
Operational Frequency Range
50
1500
MHz
Test Frequency
800
MHz
Gain
12
13.5
dB
Input Return Loss
20
dB
Output Return Loss
15
dB
Output P1dB
+26.5
dBm
Output IP3
Pout= +8 dBm/tone, f= 10 MHz
+43
+47
dBm
Noise Figure
3.5
dB
Supply Voltage, VDD
+9
V
Operating Current Range
170
200
230
mA
Thermal Resistance, Rth
(junction to base)
25
°C/W
Device Characterization Data
S-Parameter Data
Test Conditions: VDD = +9 V, IDS = 200 mA, TCASE = 25 °C, unmatched 50 ohm system, calibrated to device leads
Freq (MHz)
S11 (dB)
S11 (ang)
S21 (dB)
S21 (ang)
S12 (dB)
S12 (ang)
S22 (dB)
S22 (ang)
50
-18.92
-60.71
13.78
168.24
-19.25
4.11
-14.51
-160.07
100
-22.31
-52.06
13.63
169.87
-19.13
0.17
-14.86
-177.29
200
-23.85
-47.09
13.50
166.42
-19.17
-5.09
-15.22
164.61
400
-23.32
-62.31
13.48
157.06
-19.28
-12.63
-14.83
140.14
600
-21.73
-77.34
13.32
146.40
-19.36
-19.07
-14.55
118.64
800
-20.76
-90.04
13.19
135.74
-19.47
-25.94
-14.02
97.71
1000
-19.65
-105.39
13.05
124.67
-19.74
-33.10
-13.40
80.17
1200
-18.62
-121.62
12.94
114.96
-20.07
-39.77
-12.95
63.09
1400
-17.32
-131.81
12.76
104.01
-20.36
-45.37
-12.44
47.65
1600
-16.53
-141.33
12.55
93.98
-20.44
-53.24
-12.02
31.14
AH101
Medium Power, High Linearity Amplifier
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Typical Performance 50-1500 MHz
Test conditions unless otherwise noted: VDD=+9 V, TCASE = +25°C, 50 Ω system
Frequency
50
450
900
1500
MHz
Gain
13.6
13.8
13.5
12.7
dB
Input Return Loss
23
27
21
14
dB
Output Return Loss
8
14
18
16
dB
Output P1dB
+26.1
+26.5
+26.5
+25
dBm
Output IP3 (Pout= +8 dBm/tone, f= 10 MHz)
+45
+47
+47
+47
dBm
Output IP2
+63
+63
+60
+59
dBm
Noise Figure
4.4
3.4
3.6
4.2
dB
Current
200
mA
Voltage, VDD
+9
V
AH101
Medium Power, High Linearity Amplifier
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Reference Design AH101-PCB (900 MHz)
C1 L1
C3
L2
C6
J4 J3
R1
Q1
Test conditions unless otherwise noted: VDD=+9 V, TCASE = +25°C, 50 Ω system
Notes:
1. The amplifier should be connected directly to a +9 V regulator; no dropping resistor is required.
2. If no DC signal is present at the input (pin 1), C1 can be removed. The gate (input pin) is internally grounded in the amplifier.
3. R1, C2, and L1 are used as placeholders for a different device on the same PCB layout. They are not needed for the AH101.
4. Component sizes are 0603 unless otherwise noted.
5. For higher frequencies of operation, use a lower value L2 inductor.
C=
ID=0.018 uF
C3
C=
ID=.018 uF
C6
C=
ID=0.018 uF
C1
L=
ID=470 nH
L2
R=
ID=0 Ohm
L1
R=
ID=0 Ohm
R1
NET="AH101"
+9V
size 0805
AH101
Medium Power, High Linearity Amplifier
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Pin Description
RF IN GND RF OUT
GND
1
2
3
4
Pin
Symbol
Description
1
RF IN
RF input, matched to 50 ohms. External DC Block is required.
3
RF OUT
RF output / DC supply, matched to 50 ohms. External DC Block, bias choke required.
2, 4
GND Paddle
Backside Paddle. Multiple vias should be employed to minimize inductance and thermal
resistance; see PCB mounting pattern in Mechanical Information section.
Evaluation Board PCB Information
TriQuint PCB 1069133 Material and Stack Up
1 oz. Cu bottom layer
Nelco N-4000-13
Nelco N-4000-13
εr=3.7 typ.
Nelco N-4000-13 1 oz. Cu top layer
1 oz. Cu inner layer
1 oz. Cu inner layer
0.014"
0.014"
0.062 ± 0.006
Finished Board
Thickness
AH101
Medium Power, High Linearity Amplifier
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Mechanical Information
Package Marking and Dimensions
Marking: Part number - 101G
Assembly code – XXXX-X
PCB Mounting Pattern
All dimensions are in millimeters (inches). Angles are in degrees.
Notes:
1. Ground / thermal vias are critical for the proper performance of this device. Vias should use a .35mm (#80 / .0135”)
diameter drill and have a final plated thru diameter of .25 mm (.010”).
2. Add as much copper as possible to inner and outer layers near the part to ensure optimal thermal performance.
3. Mounting screws can be added near the part to fasten the board to a heatsink. Ensure that the ground / thermal via region
contacts the heatsink.
4. Do not put solder mask on the backside of the PC board in the region where the board contacts the heatsink.
5. RF trace width depends upon the PC board material and construction.
6. Use 1 oz. Copper minimum.
XXXX-X
101G
AH101
Medium Power, High Linearity Amplifier
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Product Compliance Information
ESD Information
ESD Rating: Class 1C
Value: Passes 1000 V min.
Test: Human Body Model (HBM)
Standard: JEDEC Standard JESD22-A114
ESD Rating: Class IV
Value: Passes 1000 V min.
Test: Charged Device Model (CDM)
Standard: JEDEC Standard JESD22-C101
Solderability
Compatible with both lead-free (260 °C max.
reflow temp.) and tin/lead (245 °C max. reflow
temp.) soldering processes.
Package lead plating: NiPdAu
RoHs Compliance
This part is compliant with EU 2002/95/EC RoHS
directive (Restrictions on the Use of Certain
Hazardous Substances in Electrical and
Electronic Equipment).
This product also has the following attributes:
Lead Free
Halogen Free (Chlorine, Bromine)
Antimony Free
TBBP-A (C15H12Br402) Free
PFOS Free
SVHC Free
MSL Rating
Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL) 1 at 260°C convection
reflow per JEDEC standard IPC/JEDEC J-STD-020.
Contact Information
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information about TriQuint:
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Email: info-sales@tqs.com Fax: +1.503.615.8902
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Email: sjcapplications.engineering@tqs.com
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