Amplifier, Power, 8 W
2.5 - 3.5 GHz
Rev. V3
MAAP-010171
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Features
Linear Gain: 27 dB
Saturated Output Power: +39 dBm Pulsed
50 Ω Input / Output Match
Lead-Free 5 mm 20-lead PQFN Package
Halogen-Free “Green” Mold Compound
RoHS* Compliant and 260°C Reflow Compatible
Description
The MAAP-010171 is a 2-stage, 8 W saturated
S-band power amplifier in a 5mm 20 lead PQFN
package, allowing easy assembly. This product is
fully matched to 50 ohms on both the input and
output. It can be used as a power amplifier stage or
as a driver stage in high power pulsed applications.
It is ideally suited for Air Traffic Control, Weather,
Military and S-band radar applications.
Each device is 100% RF tested to ensure
performance compliance.
Ordering Information1
Part Number Package
MAAP-010171-TR0500 500 piece reel
MAAP-010171-TR1000 1000 piece reel
MAAP-010171-000SMB Sample Board
* Restrictions on Hazardous Substances, European Union Directive 2011/65/EU.
Pin Configuration2
Pin No. Function Pin No. Function
1 Ground 11 Ground
2 Ground 12 Ground
3 RFIN 13 RFOUT
4 Ground 14 Ground
5 Ground 15 Ground
6 VG1b 16 VD2a
7 VG2b 17 VD2a
8 VD1b 18 VD1a
9 VD2b 19 VG2a
10 VD2b 20 VG1a
21 Paddle3
1. Reference Application Note M513 for reel size information.
2. MACOM recommends connecting unused package pins to
ground.
3. The exposed pad centered on the package bottom must be
connected to RF, DC and thermal ground.
20
610
15
16
5
1
11
RFOUT
RFIN
GND
GND
GND
GND
GND
GND
GND
GND
VD1a
VG1a
VG2a
VD2a
VD2a
VD1b
VG1b
VG2b
VD2b
VD2b
2
3
4
789
14
13
12
1718
19
Functional Schematic
Amplifier, Power, 8 W
2.5 - 3.5 GHz
Rev. V3
MAAP-010171
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Parameter Units Min. Typ. Max.
Gain dB 25 27 —
Input Return Loss dB — 10 —
Output Return Loss dB — 10 —
PSAT dBm 37 39 —
Small Signal Current (IDD) A — 1 —
Efficiency % — 38 —
Electrical Specifications:
Freq. 2.5 - 3.5 GHz, VDD = 9 V Pulsed, 100 µs Pulse Width, 10% Duty Cycle, Z0 = 50 Ω
Absolute Maximum Ratings4,5
Parameter Absolute Maximum
Input Power 22 dBm
Supply Voltage 11 V
Gate Current 25 mA
Duty Cycle 50 %
Operating Temperature -40°C to +85°C
Junction Temperature6,7 +150°C
Storage Temperature -55°C to +150°C
4. Exceeding any one or combination of these limits may cause
permanent damage to this device.
5. MACOM does not recommend sustained operation near
these survivability limits.
6. Operating at nominal conditions with TJ ≤ 150°C will ensure
MTTF > 1 x 106 hours.
7. Junction Temperature (TJ) = TC + ӨJC * (V * I).
Typical thermal resistance (ӨJC) = 5.75°C/W
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
class 1A devices.
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2.5 - 3.5 GHz
Rev. V3
MAAP-010171
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Schematic Recommended PCB Layout
Component Value Package
C1, C4, C5, C8,
C10, C12, C14, C15 1000 pF 0402
C2, C3, C6, C7,
C9, C11, C13, C16 100 pF 0402
C17, C18, C21, C22 1 µF 0805
C19, C20, C23, C24 10 nF 0805
Parts List
VD1b VD2bVG2bVG1b
J3
C22 C24C21 C23
C4 C14C12C8
C13C11C7C3
C6 C9
C17 C20
C10C5
C2
C1
C18
C16
C15
C19
RFin
2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20
1 3 5 7 9 11 13 15 17 19
1920 18 17 16
15
14
13
12
11
5
4
3
2
1
21
76 8 9 10
2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20
1 3 5 7 9 11 13 15 17 19
RFout
J4
VD1a VD2aVG2aVG1a
VG1a VG2a VD1a VD2a
VG1b VG2b VD1b VD2b
RFin RFout
Operating the MAAP-010171
To operate, follow these steps.
1. Apply VG between -1 V and -0.5 V to set IDQ to 1 A
2. Apply VDD Pulsed
3. Apply RF Power ON
4. The RF ports (pins 3 & 13) are not DC blocked.
Do not apply DC voltage directly onto these pins.
5. Ramp down or shut down in reverse order.
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2.5 - 3.5 GHz
Rev. V3
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Small Signal Gain
S-Parameters
Typical Performance Curves
Output Power, Pin = 19 dBm @ +25°C Output Power, Pin = 19 dBm @ -40°C
Output Power, Pin = 19 dBm @ +85°C
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
2.0 2.5 3.0 3.5 4.0
Vdd = 8 V
Vdd = 9 V
Vdd = 10 V
Frequency (GHz)
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
2.0 2.5 3.0 3.5 4.0
Vdd = 8 V
Vdd = 9 V
Vdd = 10 V
Frequency (GHz)
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
2.0 2.5 3.0 3.5 4.0
Vdd = 8 V
Vdd = 9 V
Vdd = 10 V
Frequency (GHz)
-30
-20
-10
0
10
20
30
0 1 2 3 4 5 6
S21
S11
S22
Frequency (GHz)
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
2.0 2.5 3.0 3.5 4.0
+25°C
-40°C
+85°C
Frequency (GHz)
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2.5 - 3.5 GHz
Rev. V3
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Output Power @ 2.5 GHz
Typical Performance Curves
Output Power, VDD = 8 V
Output Power @ 3.1 GHz Output Power, VDD = 9 V
Output Power @ 3.5 GHz Output Power, VDD = 10 V
0
2
4
6
8
10
0 4 8 12 16 20
Vdd = 8 V
Vdd = 9 V
Vdd = 10 V
Input Power (dBm)
0
2
4
6
8
10
0 4 8 12 16 20
Vdd = 8 V
Vdd = 9 V
Vdd = 10 V
Input Power (dBm)
0
2
4
6
8
10
0 4 8 12 16 20
Vdd = 8 V
Vdd = 9 V
Vdd = 10 V
Input Power (dBm)
0
2
4
6
8
10
0 4 8 12 16 20
2.3 GHz
2.5 GHz
2.7 GHz
2.9 GHz
3.1 GHz
3.3 GHz
3.5 GHz
3.7 GHz
Input Power (dBm)
0
2
4
6
8
10
0 4 8 12 16 20
2.3 GHz
2.5 GHz
2.7 GHz
2.9 GHz
3.1 GHz
3.3 GHz
3.5 GHz
3.7 GHz
Input Power (dBm)
0
2
4
6
8
10
0 4 8 12 16 20
2.3 GHz
2.5 GHz
2.7 GHz
2.9 GHz
3.1 GHz
3.3 GHz
3.5 GHz
3.7 GHz
Input Power (dBm)
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2.5 - 3.5 GHz
Rev. V3
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1st Stage Gate Current @ 2.9 GHz
Typical Performance Curves
2nd Stage Gate Current @ 2.9 GHz
Drain Current @ 2.9 GHz Small Signal Drain Current @ 2.9 GHz
PAE
30
32
34
36
38
40
42
44
2.0 2.5 3.0 3.5 4.0
Vdd = 8 V
Vdd = 9 V
Vdd = 10 V
Frequency (GHz)
-140
-120
-100
-80
-60
-40
-20
0
0 4 8 12 16 20
Vdd = 8 V
Vdd = 9 V
Vdd = 10 V
Input Power (dBm)
-5
0
5
10
15
20
25
0 4 8 12 16 20
Vdd = 8 V
Vdd = 9 V
Vdd = 10 V
Input Power (dBm)
0.8
1.2
1.6
2.0
2.4
2.8
0 4 8 12 16 20
Vdd = 8 V
Vdd = 9 V
Vdd = 10 V
Input Power (dBm)
0.8
0.9
1.0
1.1
1.2
8.0 8.5 9.0 9.5 10
+25°C
-40°C
+85°C
VDD (V)
Amplifier, Power, 8 W
2.5 - 3.5 GHz
Rev. V3
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† Reference Application Note S2083 for lead-free solder reflow recommendations.
Meets JEDEC moisture sensitivity level 1 requirements.
Plating is 100% matte tin over copper.
Lead-Free 5 mm 20-Lead PQFN†
NOTES:
1. Reference JEDEC M0-220, VAR VHHC for additional dimensions and tolerance information.
2. Reference S2083 application note for PCB footprint information.
3. All dimensions shown as inches/mm.
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2.5 - 3.5 GHz
Rev. V3
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