27–29 GHz GaAs MMIC
Power Amplifier
AA028P1-00
Features
Chip Outline
1.700
1.613
1.371
I Single Bias Supply Operation (6 V)
I 22 dBm Typical P
Output Power
1 dB
at 28 GHz
I 13.5 dB Typical Small Signal Gain
I 0.25 µm Ti/Pd/Au Gates
0.086
0.000
0.329
I 100% On-Wafer RF and DC Testing
I 100% Visual Inspection to MIL-STD-883
MT 2010
Dimensions indicated in mm.
All DC (V) pads are 0.1 x 0.1 mm and RF In, Out pads are 0.07 mm wide.
Chip thickness = 0.1 mm.
Description
Alpha’s two-stage balanced Ka band GaAs MMIC
Absolute Maximum Ratings
power amplifier has a typical P
of 22 dBm with
1 dB
Characteristic
Value
12.5 dB associated gain and 10% power added efficiency
at 28 GHz. The chip uses Alpha’s proven 0.25 µm
MESFET technology, and is based upon MBE layers and
electron beam lithography for the highest uniformity and
repeatability. The FETs employ surface passivation to
ensure a rugged, reliable part with through-substrate via
holes and gold-based backside metallization to facilitate
a conductive epoxy die attach process. All chips are
screened for S-parameters and power characteristics prior
to shipment for guaranteed performance. A broad range
of applications exist in both the commercial and high
reliability areas where high power and gain are required.
Operating Temperature (T )
-55°C to +90°C
-65°C to +150°C
C
Storage Temperature (T
)
ST
Bias Voltage (V )
7 V
DC
D
Power In (P
)
IN
22 dBm
Junction Temperature (T )
175°C
J
Electrical Specifications at 25°C (VDS = 6 V)
2
Parameter
Drain Current (at Saturation)
Small Signal Gain
Condition
Symbol
Min.
Typ.
Max.
Unit
mA
I
DS
300
13.5
-13
-16
22
400
F = 27–29 GHz
F = 27–29 GHz
F = 27–29 GHz
F = 28 GHz
G
11
dB
Input Return Loss
RL
-10
-10
dB
I
Output Return Loss
RL
dB
O
Output Power at 1 dB Gain Compression
Saturated Output Power
Gain at Saturation
P
1 dB
21
22
dBm
dBm
dB
F = 28 GHz
P
SAT
23
F = 28 GHz
G
SAT
11
1
Thermal Resistance
Θ
JC
51
°C/W
1. Calculated value based on measurement of discrete FET.
2.Typical represents the median parameter value across the specified
frequency range for the median chip.
Alpha Industries, Inc. [781] 935-5150 • Fax [617] 824-4579 • Email sales@alphaind.com • www.alphaind.com
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Specifications subject to change without notice. 12/99A