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HMC397
InGaP HBT GAIN BLOCK
MMIC AMPLIFIER, DC - 10 GHz
v03.0109
General Description
Features
Functional Diagram
The HMC397 die is a GaAs InGaP Heterojunction
Bipolar Transistor (HBT) Gain Block MMIC DC to
10 GHz ampli er. This ampli er can be used as either
a cascadable 50 Ohm gain stage or to drive the
LO of HMC mixers with up to +16 dBm output power.
The HMC397 offers 15 dB of gain and an output
IP3 of +32 dBm while requiring only 56 mA from a
+5V supply. The Darlington feedback pair used re-
sults in reduced sensitivity to normal process
variations and yields excellent gain stability over
temperature while requiring a minimal number of
external bias components. The HMC397 can easily
be integrated into Multi-Chip-Modules (MCMs) due
to its small (0.22mm2) size. All data is with the chip
in a 50 Ohm test xture connected via 0.025mm
(1 mil) diameter wire bonds of minimal length 0.5mm
(20 mils).
Gain: 15 dB
P1dB Output Power: +15 dBm
Stable Gain Over Temperature
50 Ohm I/O’s
Small Size: 0.38 x 0.58 x 0.1 mm
Typical Applications
An excellent cascadable 50 Ohm
Gain Block or LO Driver for:
• Microwave & VSAT Radios
• Test Equipment
• Military EW, ECM, C3I
• Space Telecom
Electrical Speci cations, Vs= +5 V, Rbias= 22 Ohm, TA = +25° C
Parameter Min. Typ. Max. Units
Gain
DC - 3.0 GHz
3.0 - 7.0 GHz
7.0 - 10.0 GHz
15
14
12
dB
dB
dB
Gain Variation Over Temperature
DC - 3.0 GHz
3.0 - 7.0 GHz
7.0 - 10.0 GHz
0.004
0.015
0.02
dB/ °C
dB/ °C
dB/ °C
Input Return Loss DC - 3.0 GHz
3.0 - 10.0 GHz
15
14
dB
dB
Output Return Loss DC - 3.0 GHz
3.0 - 10.0 GHz
15
13
dB
dB
Reverse Isolation DC - 7.0 GHz
7.0 - 10.0 GHz
18
16
dB
dB
Output Power for 1 dB Compression (P1dB)
DC - 3.0 GHz
3.0 - 7.0 GHz
7.0 - 10.0 GHz
15
13
10
dBm
dBm
dBm
Output Third Order Intercept (IP3)
DC - 3.0 GHz
3.0 - 7.0 GHz
7.0 - 10.0 GHz
30
24
22
dBm
dBm
dBm
Noise Figure DC - 7.0 GHz
7.0 - 10.0 GHz
4.5
6
dB
dB
Supply Current (Icq) 56 mA
Note: Data taken with broadband bias tee on device output.
Information furnished by Analog Devices is believed to be accurate and reliable. However, no
responsibility is assumed by Analog Devices for its use, nor for any infringements of patents or other
rights of third parties that may result from its use. Specifications subject to change without notice. No
license is granted by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights of Analog Devices.
Trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
For price, delivery, and to place orders: Analog Devices, Inc.,
One Technology Way, P.O. Box 9106, Norwood, MA 02062-9106
Phone: 781-329-4700 • Order online at www.analog.com
Application Support: Phone: 1-800-ANALOG-D
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Output Return Loss vs. Temperature
Gain & Return Loss Gain vs. Temperature
Reverse Isolation vs. Temperature
Input Return Loss vs. Temperature
Noise Figure vs. Temperature
-20
-15
-10
-5
0
5
10
15
20
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S21
S11
S22
RESPONSE (dB)
FREQUENCY (GHz)
5
8
11
14
17
20
0246810
+25 C
+85 C
-55 C
GAIN (dB)
FREQUENCY (GHz)
-20
-15
-10
-5
0
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+25 C
+85 C
-55 C
RETURN LOSS (dB)
FREQUENCY (GHz)
-20
-15
-10
-5
0
012345678910
+25 C
+85 C
-55 C
RETURN LOSS (dB)
FREQUENCY (GHz)
-25
-20
-15
-10
-5
0
012345678910
+25 C
+85 C
-55 C
REVERSE ISOLATION (dB)
FREQUENCY (GHz)
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
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+25 C
+85 C
-55 C
NOISE FIGURE (dB)
FREQUENCY (GHz)
HMC397
v03.0109 InGaP HBT GAIN BLOCK
MMIC AMPLIFIER, DC - 10 GHz
Information furnished by Analog Devices is believed to be accurate and reliable. However, no
responsibility is assumed by Analog Devices for its use, nor for any infringements of patents or other
rights of third parties that may result from its use. Specifications subject to change without notice. No
license is granted by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights of Analog Devices.
Trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
For price, delivery, and to place orders: Analog Devices, Inc.,
One Technology Way, P.O. Box 9106, Norwood, MA 02062-9106
Phone: 781-329-4700 • Order online at www.analog.com
Application Support: Phone: 1-800-ANALOG-D
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Power Compression @ 7 GHz
Output P1dB vs. Temperature Psat vs. Temperature
Output IP3 vs. Temperature
Power Compression @ 1 GHz
Gain, Power, Output IP3 & Supply
Current vs. Supply Voltage @ 1 GHz
0
4
8
12
16
20
0246810
+25 C
+85 C
-55 C
P1dB (dBm)
FREQUENCY (GHz)
0
4
8
12
16
20
0246810
+25 C
+85 C
-55 C
Psat (dBm)
FREQUENCY (GHz)
-10
-5
0
5
10
15
20
-20 -16 -12 -8 -4 0 4 8
Pout
Gain
PAE
Pout (dBm), GAIN (dB), PAE (%)
INPUT POWER (dBm)
-10
-5
0
5
10
15
20
-20 -18 -16 -14 -12 -10 -8 -6 -4 -2 0 2 4 6
Pout
Gain
PAE
Pout (dBm), GAIN (dB), PAE (%)
INPUT POWER (dBm)
10
14
18
22
26
30
34
0246810
+25 C
+85 C
-55 C
IP3 (dBm)
FREQUENCY (GHz)
0
5
10
15
20
25
30
35
40
0
20
40
60
80
4.5 4.75 5 5.25 5.5
Gain
P1dB
Psat
IP3
Icq
GAIN (dB), P1dB (dBm), Psat (dBm), IP3 (dBm
)
Icq (mA)
Vs(V)
HMC397
v03.0109 InGaP HBT GAIN BLOCK
MMIC AMPLIFIER, DC - 10 GHz
Information furnished by Analog Devices is believed to be accurate and reliable. However, no
responsibility is assumed by Analog Devices for its use, nor for any infringements of patents or other
rights of third parties that may result from its use. Specifications subject to change without notice. No
license is granted by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights of Analog Devices.
Trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
For price, delivery, and to place orders: Analog Devices, Inc.,
One Technology Way, P.O. Box 9106, Norwood, MA 02062-9106
Phone: 781-329-4700 • Order online at www.analog.com
Application Support: Phone: 1-800-ANALOG-D
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Outline Drawing
Absolute Maximum Ratings
NOTES:
1. ALL DIMENSIONS IN INCHES [MILLIMETERS]
2. DIE THICKNESS IS 0.004 (0.100) BACKSIDE IS GROUND
3. BOND PADS ARE 0.004 (0.100) SQUARE
4. BACKSIDE METALLIZATION: GOLD
5. BOND PAD METALLIZATION: GOLD
Collector Bias Voltage (Vcc) +7 Vdc
RF Input Power (RFIN)(Vcc = +5 Vdc) +10 dBm
Junction Temperature 150 °C
Continuous Pdiss (T= 85 °C)
(derate 5.21 mW/°C above 85 °C) 0.339 W
Thermal Resistance
(junction to die bottom) 192 °C/W
Storage Temperature -65 to +150 °C
Operating Temperature -55 to +85 °C
ELECTROSTATIC SENSITIVE DEVICE
OBSERVE HANDLING PRECAUTIONS
Die Packaging Information [1]
Standard Alternate
GP-3 (Gel Pack) [2]
[1] Refer to the “Packaging Information” section for die
packaging dimensions.
[2] For alternate packaging information contact Hittite
Microwave Corporation.
HMC397
v03.0109 InGaP HBT GAIN BLOCK
MMIC AMPLIFIER, DC - 10 GHz
Information furnished by Analog Devices is believed to be accurate and reliable. However, no
responsibility is assumed by Analog Devices for its use, nor for any infringements of patents or other
rights of third parties that may result from its use. Specifications subject to change without notice. No
license is granted by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights of Analog Devices.
Trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
For price, delivery, and to place orders: Analog Devices, Inc.,
One Technology Way, P.O. Box 9106, Norwood, MA 02062-9106
Phone: 781-329-4700 • Order online at www.analog.com
Application Support: Phone: 1-800-ANALOG-D
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Recommended Component Values
Component Frequency (MHz)
50 1000 3000 7000
L1 270 nH 56 nH 8.2 nH 2.2 nH
C1, C2 0.01 μF 100 pF 100 pF 100 pF
Application Circuit
Pad Number Function Description Interface Schematic
1RFIN
This pin is DC coupled.
An off chip DC blocking capacitor is required.
2RFOUT RF output and DC Bias for the output stage.
Die
Bottom GND Die bottom must be connected to RF/DC ground.
Pad Descriptions
Note:
1. Select Rbias to achieve Icq using equation below,
Rbias
> 22 Ohm.
2. External blocking capacitors are required on
RFIN and RFOUT.
Icq = Vs - 3.9
Rbias
HMC397
v03.0109 InGaP HBT GAIN BLOCK
MMIC AMPLIFIER, DC - 10 GHz
Information furnished by Analog Devices is believed to be accurate and reliable. However, no
responsibility is assumed by Analog Devices for its use, nor for any infringements of patents or other
rights of third parties that may result from its use. Specifications subject to change without notice. No
license is granted by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights of Analog Devices.
Trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
For price, delivery, and to place orders: Analog Devices, Inc.,
One Technology Way, P.O. Box 9106, Norwood, MA 02062-9106
Phone: 781-329-4700 • Order online at www.analog.com
Application Support: Phone: 1-800-ANALOG-D
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Assembly Diagram
Handling Precautions
Follow these precautions to avoid permanent damage.
Storage: All bare die are placed in either Waffle or Gel based ESD protective containers, and then sealed in an ESD protective bag
for shipment. Once the sealed ESD protective bag has been opened, all die should be stored in a dry nitrogen environment.
Cleanliness: Handle the chips in a clean environment. DO NOT attempt to clean the chip using liquid cleaning systems.
Static Sensitivity: Follow ESD precautions to protect against ESD strikes.
Transients: Suppress instrument and bias supply transients while bias is applied. Use shielded signal and bias cables to minimize
inductive pick-up.
General Handling: Handle the chip along the edges with a vacuum collet or with a sharp pair of bent tweezers. The surface of the
chip has fragile air bridges and should not be touched with vacuum collet, tweezers, or ngers.
Mounting
The chip is back-metallized and can be die mounted with AuSn eutectic preforms or with electrically conductive epoxy. The
mounting surface should be clean and at.
Epoxy Die Attach: Apply a minimum amount of epoxy to the mounting surface so that a thin epoxy llet is observed around the
perimeter of the chip once it is placed into position. Cure epoxy per the manufacturer’s schedule.
Wire Bonding
Ball or wedge bond with 0.025mm (1 mil) diameter pure gold wire. Thermosonic wirebonding with a nominal stage temperature of
150 deg. C and a ball bonding force of 40 to 50 grams or wedge bonding force of 18 to 22 grams is recommended. Use the minimum
level of ultrasonic energy to achieve reliable wirebonds. Wirebonds should be started on the chip and terminated on the package or
substrate. All bonds should be as short as possible <0.31mm (12 mils).
HMC397
v03.0109 InGaP HBT GAIN BLOCK
MMIC AMPLIFIER, DC - 10 GHz
Information furnished by Analog Devices is believed to be accurate and reliable. However, no
responsibility is assumed by Analog Devices for its use, nor for any infringements of patents or other
rights of third parties that may result from its use. Specifications subject to change without notice. No
license is granted by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights of Analog Devices.
Trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
For price, delivery, and to place orders: Analog Devices, Inc.,
One Technology Way, P.O. Box 9106, Norwood, MA 02062-9106
Phone: 781-329-4700 • Order online at www.analog.com
Application Support: Phone: 1-800-ANALOG-D
