MASWSS0148
GaAs SPST High Isolation Terminated Switch
0.3 - 4.0 GHz
Features
Rev. V1
Schematic with Off-Chip Components 2
High Isolation: 55 dB @ 2 GHz
RFin
Insertion Loss: 1.6 dB @ 2 GHz
Terminated RF Input in Isolation State
Single Positive Control
CBlock
10 K
VDD
CMOS Compatible Logic
Lead-Free 3 mm 12-Lead PQFN Package
100% Matte Tin Plating over Copper
Halogen-Free “Green” Mold Compound
RoHS* Compliant and 260°C Reflow Compatible
VCTRL
1
CBypass
Description
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M/A-COM’s MASWSS0148 is a GaAs monolithic
single pole single throw (SPST) terminated switch in
a lead-free 3 mm 12-lead PQFN plastic package.
The MASWSS0148 is ideally suited for use where
low power consumption, small size and high isola-
tion are required.
CBlock
RFout
Typical applications include PCS and GSM LO
switching, switch matrices and switched filter banks
in systems such as radio and cellular equipment.
2. VDD can be injected at either pin 5 or pin 11.
Pin Configuration
Pin No.
Function
No Connection
No Connection
No Connection
No Connection
RF Output
Pin No.
Function
The MASWSS0148 is fabricated using a mature 1-
micron gate length GaAs MESFET process. The
process features full chip passivation for increased
performance and reliability.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
No Connection
No Connection
VCTRL
9
10
11
12
13
No Connection
RF Input
Ordering Information1
Part Number
MASWSS0148TR-3000
MASWSS0148SMB
Package
3000 piece reel
Sample Test Board
No Connection
No Connection
Paddle3
3. The exposed pad centered on the package bottom must be
connected to RF and DC ground.
1. Reference Application Note M513 for reel size information.
Absolute Maximum Ratings 4,5
Parameter
Input Power
Absolute Maximum
23 dBm (VDD = VCTRL = 5 V)
8.5 V
Operating Voltage (VDD, VCTRL
Operating Temperature
Storage Temperature
)
-40°C to +85°C
-65°C to +125°C
4. Exceeding any one or combination of these limits may cause
permanent damage to this device.
5. M/A-COM does not recommend sustained operation near
these survivability limits.
* Restrictions on Hazardous Substances, European Union Directive 2002/95/EC.
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