Broadband Standard Product PA020180-3922 GaN High Power Amplifier Module Broadband Power 2GHz to 18GHz 8Watts CW March 11, 2009 Preliminary www.aeroflex.com/bband DESCRIPTION FEATURES Our new industry leading broadband power amplifier designs provide performance without sacrificing output power. The ultra wideband performance of the PA020180-3922 can replace multiple narrowband power amplifiers, there by reducing cost and complexity in microwave systems. This design uses the intrinsic advantage of Gallium Nitride technology to provide broadband power and high efficiency. >39dBm PSAT up to 16GHz 22dB Typical Gain IP3 > 46dBm @ 7GHz Single Power Supply High Efficiency > 24% Compact Size Our team of engineers can custom design power amplifiers using the latest simulation software and proprietary technology to meet even the most demanding specifications. SPECIFICATIONS ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS1 PARAMETER SYMBOL MIN MAX UNITS Operating Temperature - Case TMO -40 +65 C Storage Temperature - Case TMS -40 +125 C Positive Supply Voltage VPS +27 +30 V 1. Stresses above those listed under "Absolute Maximums Rating" may cause permanent damage to the device. This is a stress rating only and functional operation of the device at these or any other conditions above those indicated in the operational sections of this specification is not implied. Exposure to absolute maximum rating conditions for extended periods may affect device reliability. NOMINAL OPERATING CONDITIONS PARAMETER CONDITIONS MIN MAX UNITS Full Range -40 +55 C +27 +30 V Temperature, TC - Case Positive Supply Voltage, VPS Aeroflex Plainview SCD10049 Rev A SPECIFICATIONS ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS @ +25C PARAMETER CONDITIONS MIN TYP MAX UNIT 2.0 - 18 GHz 3dB Compression Point - +38 - dBm Saturated Power - +39 - dBm - 22 - dB -3.5 - +3.5 dB @ 7GHz 46 48 - dBm RF Input Return Loss 2- 18GHz, Reference to 50 ohms - 10 - dB RF Output Return Loss 4 - 18GHz, Reference to 50 ohms - 12 - dB +27 +28 +30 V - 1.2 - Amps Frequency Range Power Output Power Output Saturated Gain Gain Flatness IP3 Positive Supply Voltage Positive Supply Current, 28V TYPICAL S-PARAMETERS Aeroflex Plainview SCD10049 Rev A Preliminary 3/11/09 2 OUTPUT POWER GAIN GAIN COMPRESSION INPUT POWER Measured Data Broadband GaN Amplifier 2 to 18 GHZ PA020180-3922 Aeroflex Plainview SCD10049 Rev A Preliminary 3/11/09 3 OUTLINE DRAWING 6X R.054 .420 MAX 1.615 MAX .235 .095 6X .170 2X .180 .400 PA020180-3922 +28V GND 2.340 ESD RF IN 2.705 MAX .200 2.510 RF OUT .305 2X .175 2X .250 2X .050 2X .800 2X 1.350 2X 2.132 ORDERING INFORMATION MODEL NUMBER PA020180-3922 HERMETICITY PACKAGE Non-Hermetic 2.70L x 1.615W x .42Ht PLAINVIEW, NEW YORK Toll Free: 800-THE-1553 Fax: 516-694-6715 INTERNATIONAL Tel: 805-778-9229 Fax: 805-778-1980 NORTHEAST Tel: 603-888-3975 Fax: 603-888-4585 SE AND MID-ATLANTIC Tel: 321-951-4164 Fax: 321-951-4254 WEST COAST Tel: 949-362-2260 Fax: 949-362-2266 CENTRAL Tel: 719-594-8017 Fax: 719-594-8468 www.aeroflex.com info-ams@aeroflex.com Aeroflex Microelectronic Solutions reserves the right to change at any time without notice the specifications, design, function, or form of its products described herein. All parameters must be validated for each customer's application by engineering. No liability is assumed as a result of use of this product. No patent licenses are implied. Our passion for performance is defined by three attributes represented by these three icons: solution-minded, performance-driven and customer-focused SCD10049 Rev A Preliminary 3/11/09 4