Broadband Low Noise Amplifier
1.7 - 2.1 GHz
MAALSS0024
V2
Features
Application Schematic
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High Gain: 20 dB
Low Noise Figure: 1.0 dB
High IP3: 26 dBm
Single +3 V or +5 V Bias
Small Package: SOT-26
VDD1
C3
VDD2
VDD
C4
L2
RFOUT
GND
GND
Description
RFOUT
M/A-COM’s MAALSS0024 is a broadband GaAs
RFIN
MMIC low noise amplifier in a low-cost SOT-26
L1
RFIN
surface mount plastic package.
It employs a
C2
monolithic two-stage self-biased design that
provides excellent performance from 1.7 to 2.1 GHz.
C1
The MAALSS0024 is ideal for both wireless handset
and wireless infrastructure applications including
PHS, GSM, PCS, UMTS and EDGE applications. It
can also be used as a gain stage, buffer, or driver
amplifier in fixed and portable systems.
PIN Configuration
PIN
Pin Name
Description
1
2
3
4
5
6
VDD1
GND
Stage 1 Voltage
Ground
M/A-COM fabricates the MAALSS0024 using an
E/D MESFET process to realize low noise and high
RF IN
GND
RF input
dynamic range.
The process features full
Ground
passivation for performance and reliability.
RF OUT
VDD2
RF output
Stage 2 Voltage
Absolute Maximum Ratings1
Ordering Information
Parameter
RF Input Power
Absolute Maximum
8 dBm
Part Number
MAALSS0024
Package
Bulk Packaging
Voltage
6.0 volts
Operating Temperature
Storage Temperature
-40 °C to +85 °C
-65 °C to +150 °C
MAALSS0024SMB-01
1.7-1.9 GHz Sample Kit
MAALSS0024SMB-02
1.85-2.1 GHz Sample Kit
MAALSS0024TR
1000 Piece Tape and Reel
3000 Piece Tape and Reel
1. Exceeding any one or combination of these limits may cause
permanent damage to this device.
MAALSS0024TR-3000
Note: Reference Application Note M513 for reel size
information.
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no warranty, representation or guarantee regarding the suitability of its
products for any particular purpose, nor does M/A-COM assume any liability
whatsoever arising out of the use or application of any product(s) or
information.
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