Pin Diode Switch Element
Rev. V1
1
1
M/A-COM 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:
https://www.macom.com/support
1
MEST2G-150-20-CM26
Features
High Power Handling 150 W
Low Insertion Loss:
0.25 dB @ 2 GHz
0.40 dB @ 6 GHz
Medium Isolation:
21 dB @ 2 GHz
12 dB @ 6 GHz
RoHS* Compliant
Description
The MEST2G-150-20-CM26 is a thermal to ground
series diode switch element (EST2G) in an
Aluminum Nitride package. This part is designed for
a reliable high power switch application up to 150
watts. Usable up to 10 GHz.
* Restrictions on Hazardous Substances, European Union Directive 2011/65/EU.
Electrical Specifications: TC = +25°C (unless otherwise specified)
Parameter Test Conditions Units Min. Typ. Max.
Breakdown Voltage (VBR) IR = 10 µA V 500
Forward Voltage (VF) IF = 50 mA V 1850
Series Resistance (RS) IF = 100 mA, 500 MHZ, 2 Diodes Ω 1.8
Junction Capacitance (CJ) VR = 50 V, 1 MHz, 1 Diodes pF 0.19
Lifetime (t) IF = 10 mA, IR = 6 mA, 50% ns 1800
I-Region (w) I-Layer µm 80
Input / Output Return Loss (I/ORL) IF = 100 mA, 2 GHz
IF = 100 mA, 6 GHz dB 25
13
30
15
Insertion Loss (IL) IF = 100 mA, 2 GHz
IF = 100 mA, 6 GHz dB 0.25
0.40
0.40
0.60
Isolation (ISO) VR = 10 V, 2 GHz
VR = 10 V, 6 GHz dB 18
10
21
12
Pin Diode Switch Element
Rev. V1
2
2
M/A-COM 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:
https://www.macom.com/support
2
MEST2G-150-20-CM26
Absolute Maximum Ratings1,2
Parameter Absolute Maximum
Breakdown Voltage (VR) 500 V
Forward Current (IFDC) 250 mA
Thermal Resistance (θJC) 8°C/W
Junction Temperature (TJ) -40°C to 175°C
Storage Temperature (TSTG) -55°C to +150°C
Mounting Temperature (TMTG) +260°C per
JEDEC STD-J-20C
1. Exceeding any one or combination of these limits may cause
permanent damage to this device.
2. MACOM does not recommend sustained operation near these
survivability limits.
Handling Procedures
Please observe the following precautions to avoid
damage:
Static Sensitivity
These electronic devices are sensitive to
electrostatic discharge (ESD) and can be damaged
by static electricity. Proper ESD control techniques
should be used when handling these Class 0 (HBM)
devices.
Insertion Loss Isolation
Input Return Loss Resistance vs. Bias Current,
500 MHz for 2 diodes in Series
Typical Performance Curves: TA = 25°C, ZO = 50 Ω, -10 dBm Small Signal
Pin Diode Switch Element
Rev. V1
3
3
M/A-COM 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:
https://www.macom.com/support
3
MEST2G-150-20-CM26
Junction Temperature vs. Input Power
Mounted on Heat Sink @ TA = 25°C, 1.3 GHz
Outline (CM26)
Pin Diode Switch Element
Rev. V1
4
4
M/A-COM 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:
https://www.macom.com/support
4
MEST2G-150-20-CM26
M/A-COM Technology Solutions Inc. All rights reserved.
Information in this document is provided in connection with M/A-COM Technology Solutions Inc ("MACOM")
products. These materials are provided by MACOM as a service to its customers and may be used for
informational purposes only. Except as provided in MACOM's Terms and Conditions of Sale for such products or
in any separate agreement related to this document, MACOM assumes no liability whatsoever. MACOM
assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions in these materials. MACOM may make changes to
specifications and product descriptions at any time, without notice. MACOM makes no commitment to update
the information and shall have no responsibility whatsoever for conflicts or incompatibilities arising from future
changes to its specifications and product descriptions. No license, express or implied, by estoppels or otherwise,
to any intellectual property rights is granted by this document.
THESE MATERIALS ARE PROVIDED "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR
IMPLIED, RELATING TO SALE AND/OR USE OF MACOM PRODUCTS INCLUDING LIABILITY OR
WARRANTIES RELATING TO FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, CONSEQUENTIAL OR
INCIDENTAL DAMAGES, MERCHANTABILITY, OR INFRINGEMENT OF ANY PATENT, COPYRIGHT OR
OTHER INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHT. MACOM FURTHER DOES NOT WARRANT THE ACCURACY
OR COMPLETENESS OF THE INFORMATION, TEXT, GRAPHICS OR OTHER ITEMS CONTAINED WITHIN
THESE MATERIALS. MACOM SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, LOST REVENUES OR LOST PROFITS,
WHICH MAY RESULT FROM THE USE OF THESE MATERIALS.
MACOM products are not intended for use in medical, lifesaving or life sustaining applications. MACOM
customers using or selling MACOM products for use in such applications do so at their own risk and agree to
fully indemnify MACOM for any damages resulting from such improper use or sale.