ALM-1222
1.8-2.2GHz Low Noise, High Gain, High Linearity Bal-
anced Amplifier Module
Data Sheet
Description
Features
Avago Technologies’ ALM-1222 is a very low noise, high
linearity balanced amplifier module operating in the 1.8
to 2.2GHz frequency range. The exceptional noise and
linearity performances are achieved through the use of
Avago Technologies’ proprietary 0.5um GaAs Enhance-
ment-mode pHEMT process.
• Low noise figure
• High linearity and P1dB
• GaAs E-pHEMT Technology
• 50Ω internal matching
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• Small package size: 5x6x1.1 mm
• 5V supply
The ALM-1222 is housed in a miniature 5.0 x 6.0 x 1.1
3
mm 22-lead multiple-chips-on-board (MCOB) module
package. The compact footprint and low profile makes
this product an ideal choice for Wireless Infrastructure
Basestation Tower-Mounted Amplifiers (TMA), Radio-
cards and Multi-Carrier Driver Amplifiers in the cellular/
PCS/CDMA bands.
• Adjustable current for optimum NF or OIP3
• Excellent uniformity in product specifications
• Tape-and-Reel packaging option available
• MSL-2a and Lead-free
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Component Image
• Point MTTF > 300 years at 120 C channel tempera-
ture
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5.0 x 6.0 x 1.1 mm 22-lead MCOB
• Shutdown function
Top View
• Specifications
Note:
• 2GHz; 5V, 280mA (typ) per section
• Vctrl typically at 2.3V
• 31 dB Gain
Package marking provides orienta-
tion and identification
“ALM-1222” = Device Part Number
“YWWDD” = Year, work week and
day of manufacture
AVAGO
ALM-1222
MAYWWDD
XXXX
• 0.62 dB Noise Figure
• 43.7 dBm Output IP3
• 27.5 dBm Output Power at 1dB gain
compression
“XXXX”= Assembly lot number
• 45dB Reverse Isolation
Bottom View
Applications
• Diversity Antenna, TMA & Front End LNA for EGSM/
PCS/W-CDMA Base Stations.
• Driver amplifier.
Notes:
1. Enhancement mode technology employs positive gate voltage,
thereby eliminating the need of negative gate voltage associated
with conventional depletion mode devices.
Attention: Observe precautions for
handling electrostatic sensitive devices.
ESD Machine Model = 50 V
ESD Human Body Model = 250 V
Refer to Avago Technologies Application Note A004R:
Electrostatic Discharge, Damage and Control.