Power Amplifier 0.5 W
2 .4 G H z
AM 52 -002 4
V 2
Features
Functional Schematic
ñ Ideal for 802.11b ISM Applications
ñ Single Positive Supply
PIN 1
PIN 8
ñ Output Power 27.5 dBm
ñ 57% Typical Power Added Efficiency
ñ Downset MSOP-8 Package
Description
M/A-COM‘s AM52-0024 is a 0.5 W , 2.4 GHz GaAs
MMIC, power amplifier in a low-cost MSOP-8
package. It employs some external matching to
obtain optimum input return loss and output power
performance. The AM52-0024 may be operated
with supply voltages of +3.3 V to +5.5 V.
Pin Configuration 1
The AM52-0024 may be used in a wide variety of
applications including W LAN, W DECT, and
Bluetooth.
Pin
1
Function
VD1
Description
Drain Voltage for First Stage
2
RFIN/VG1
RF input and Gate Voltage for First
Stage
The AM52-0024 is fabricated using M/A-COM‘s Self-
Aligned MSAG MESFET process to realize high
power efficiency, single supply voltage, and small
size. The process features full passivation for
increased performance and reliability.
3
4
5
6
7
GND
VG2
Ground
Gate Bias for Second Stage
Gate Bias for Third Stage
Ground
VG3
GND
RFOUT/VD3
RF Output and Drain Voltage for
Third Stage
Ordering Information
8
VD2
Drain Voltage for Second Stage
Part Number
AM52-0024
Package
MSOP Plastic Package
1000 Piece Reel
1. Package bottom is electrical and thermal ground.
AM52-0024TR
Absolute Maximum Ratings 2
AM52-0024TR-3000
AM52-0024SMB
3000 Piece Reel
Sample Test Board
Parameter
DC Supply Voltage
RF Input Power
Absolute Maximum
Note: Reference Application Note M513 for reel size
information.
5.5 V
10 mW
Junction Temperature
Operating Temperature
Storage Temperature
150°C
-40°C to +100°C
-40°C to +150°C
2. Exceeding any one or combination of these limits may cause
permanent damage to this device.
1
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