TQP3M9035
High Linearity LNA Gain Block
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Applications
2x2mm 8-lead DFN plastic package
Repeaters
Mobile Infrastructure
LTE / WCDMA / CDMA / GSM
General Purpose Wireless
TDD or FDD systems
Product Features
Functional Block Diagram
50-4000 MHz
0.66 dB Noise Figure @ 1.9 GHz
16.5 dB Gain @ 1.9 GHz
+37.0 dBm Output IP3
+22.5 dBm P1dB
Shut-down capability
Unconditionally stable
50 Ohm Cascadable Gain Block
+5V Single Supply, 110 mA Current
2x2mm 8-lead DFN plastic package
General Description
Pin Configuration
The TQP3M9035 is a high linearity low noise gain block
amplifier in a low-cost surface-mount package. At 1.9
GHz, the amplifier typically provides 16.5 dB gain, +37.0
dBm OIP3, and 0.66 dB Noise Figure. The LNA is also
designed to be broadband without the requirement for
external matching. The device is housed in a lead-
free/green/RoHS-compliant industry-standard 2x2mm
package.
The TQP3M9035 has the benefit of having high linearity
while also providing very low noise across a broad range
of frequencies. This allows the device to be used in both
receive and transmit chains for high performance systems.
The amplifier is internally matched using a high
performance E-pHEMT process and only requires an
external RF choke and blocking/bypass capacitors for
operation from a single +5V supply. The low noise
amplifier integrates a shut-down biasing capability to
allow for operation for TDD applications.
The TQP3M9035 covers the 0.05 - 4 GHz frequency band
and is targeted for wireless infrastructure or other
applications requiring high linearity and/or low noise
figure.
Ordering Information
Part No.
Description
TQP3M9035
High Linearity LNA Gain Block
TQP3M9035-PCB
0.5-4 GHz Evaluation Board
Standard T/R size = 2500 pieces on a 7 reel.
Pin #
Symbol
1,3,4,5,8
N/A
2
RF Input
6
SD (Shutdown)
7
RF Output
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High Linearity LNA Gain Block
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Specifications
Absolute Maximum Ratings
Parameter
Rating
Storage Temperature
-55 to +150 oC
Device Voltage,Vdd
+6 V
Max RF Input Power (continuous)
+23 dBm
Operation of this device outside the parameter ranges given
above may cause permanent damage.
Recommended Operating Conditions
Parameter
Min
Typ
Max
Units
Vdd
+5
+5.25
V
Tcase
-40
85
oC
Tj (for>106 hours MTTF)
190
oC
Electrical specifications are measured at specified test conditions.
Specifications are not guaranteed over all recommended operating
conditions.
Electrical Specifications
Test conditions unless otherwise noted: +25ºC, +5V Vsupply, 50 Ω system.
Parameter
Conditions
Min
Typical
Max
Units
Operational Frequency Range
50
4000
MHz
Test Frequency
1900
MHz
Gain
15
16.5
18
dB
Input Return Loss
15
dB
Output Return Loss
10
dB
Output P1dB
+20
+22.5
dBm
Output IP3
See Note 1.
+32.5
+37.0
dBm
Noise Figure
0.66
0.9
dB
Vdd
+5
V
Current, Idd
On state
110
mA
Off state
3.0
mA
Shutdown pin current, Isd
Vsd > 3 V
100
µA
Thermal Resistance (jnc to case) θjc
50
oC/W
Notes
1. OIP3 measured with two tones at an output power of +4 dBm / tone separated by 1 MHz. The suppression on the largest IM3 product is
used to calculate the OIP3 using 2:1 rule.
Power Shutdown Control
State
Pin 6 Bias Condition
On state
≤ 0.8 V
Power down
≥ 3.0 V
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High Linearity LNA Gain Block
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Application Circuit Configuration
L1
C3
J4 J3
C4
R2
R1
U1
C6
C5
J5
C1 C2
R3
Bill of Material
Reference Des.
Value
Description
U1
n/a
TQP3M9035 Amplifier, 2x2 mm Package
R1
10K Ω
Resistor, Chip, 0402, 5%, 1/16W
R2
33K Ω
Resistor, Chip, 0402, 5%, 1/16W
R3
0 Ω
Resistor, Chip, 0402, 5%, 1/16W
L1
68 nH
Inductor, 0603, 5%, Ceramic
C4
1.0 uF
Cap., Chip, 0402, 10%, 10V, X5R
C1, C2, C3, C5, C6
100 pF
Cap., Chip, 0402, 5%, 50V, NPO/COG
J3, J4, J5
n/a
Solder Turret
Notes:
1. See PC Board Layout, page 5 for more information.
2. Components shown on the silkscreen but not on the schematic are not used.
3. R3 (0 Ω jumper) may be replaced with copper trace in the target application layout.
4. All components are of 0402 size unless stated on the schematic.
5. C1, C2, and C3 are non-critical values. The reactive impedance should be as low as
possible at the frequency of operation for optimal performance.
6. The L1 value is non-critical and needs to provide high reactive impedance at the
frequency of operation.
7. R1 and R2 are optional and do not need to be loaded if the shut-down functionality is
not needed; i.e. FDD applications. If R1 and R2 are not loaded, the LNA will operate
in its standard “ON” state.
8. A through line is included on the evaluation board to de-embed the board losses.
Q1 J2
RF
Output
J4 GND
J3 VDD
2
1,3,4,5,8
7
J1
RF
Input
L1
68 nH
(0603) C2
100 pF
C1
100 pF
C3
100 pF
C4
1 uF
R2
33k
R1
10k
J5 PD
6
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High Linearity LNA Gain Block
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Typical Performance TQP3M9035-PCB
Test conditions unless otherwise noted: +25ºC, +5V, 110 mA, 50 Ω system. The data shown below is measured on TQP3M9035-PCB.
Frequency
MHz
900
1900
2600
Gain
dB
22.0
16.5
14.0
Input Return Loss
dB
14
15
15
Output Return Loss
dB
13
10
8
Output P1dB
dBm
+22.6
+22.5
+22.5
OIP3 [1]
dBm
+37.2
+37.0
+37.3
Noise Figure [2]
dB
0.55
0.66
1.0
Notes:
1. OIP3 measured with two tones at an output power of +4 dBm / tone separated by 1 MHz. The suppression on the largest IM3 product
is used to calculate the OIP3 using 2:1 rule.
2. Noise figure data shown in the table above is de-embedded to the device leads and removes PCB losses.
RF Performance Plots
0
5
10
15
20
25
30
0500 1000 1500 2000 2500 3000 3500 4000
Gain (dB)
Frequency (MHz)
Gain vs. Frequency
Temp.=+25°C
-25
-20
-15
-10
-5
0
0500 1000 1500 2000 2500 3000 3500 4000
Input Return Loss (dB)
Frequency (MHz)
Input Return Loss vs. Frequency
Temp.=+25°C
-25
-20
-15
-10
-5
0
0500 1000 1500 2000 2500 3000 3500 4000
Output Return Loss (dB)
Frequency (MHz)
Output Return Loss vs. Frequency
Temp.=+25°C
18
19
20
21
22
23
0500 1000 1500 2000 2500 3000 3500 4000
P1dB (dBm)
Frequency (MHz)
P1dB vs. Frequency
25
30
35
40
45
50
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
OIP3 (dBm)
Pout/Tone (dBm)
OIP3 vs. Pout/tone
900 MHz
1900 MHz
2600 MHz
0
0.5
1
1.5
2
0500 1000 1500 2000 2500 3000 3500 4000
NF (dB)
Frequency (MHz)
Noise Figure vs. Frequency
-20
0
20
40
60
80
100
120
140
0 1 2 3 4 5
Idd (mA)
Shutdown Voltage (V)
Idd vs. Shutdown Voltage
+85 C
+25 C
- 40 C
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High Linearity LNA Gain Block
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Pin Configuration and Description
Pin
Symbol
Description
2
RF IN
RF Input, DC Block Required
6
SD
Shut-down pin. A high voltage turns off the device. If the pin is not connected or is
less than 1V, then the device will operate under its normal operating condition.
7
RF OUT/BIAS
RF Output, 5V DC Bias
1,3,4,5,8
N/A
Ground or No-connect. No internal connection.
Evaluations Board PCB Specifications
Matirial Stack-Up and Layout
1 oz. Cu bottom layer
Rogers 4350B
Rogers 4450F
Rogers 4350B
εr=3.7 typ.
1 oz. Cu top layer
1 oz. Cu inner layer
1 oz. Cu inner layer
0.010"
0.010"
0.062" ± 0.006"
Finished Board
Thickness
The pad pattern shown has been developed and tested for
optimized assembly at TriQuint Semiconductor. The PCB
land pattern has been developed to accommodate lead and
package tolerances. Since surface mount processes vary
from supplier to supplier, careful process development is
recommended.
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High Linearity LNA Gain Block
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Mechanical Information
Package Information and Dimensions
This package is lead-free/RoHS-
compliant. The plating material on the
backside and leads is annealed matte tin.
The component will be marked with a
“935” designator with an alphanumeric
lot code on the top surface of package.
The “XXX” is an auto generated number.
PCB Mounting Pattern
All dimensions are in millimeters (inches). Angles are in degrees.
Notes:
1. Ground / thermal vias are critical for the proper performance of this device. Vias should use a .35mm (#80 / .0135”) diameter drill and
have a final plated thru diameter of .25 mm (.010”).
2. Add as much copper as possible to inner and outer layers near the part to ensure optimal thermal performance.
3. RF trace width depends upon the PC board material and construction.
4. Use 1 oz. Copper minimum.
935
XXX
3
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High Linearity LNA Gain Block
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Product Compliance Information
ESD Information
ESD Rating: Class 0
Value: Passes 100V on SD pin (6)
Passes 250V on RF pins (2, 7)
Test: Human Body Model (HBM)
Standard: JEDEC Standard JESD22-A114
ESD Rating: Class IV
Value: Passes 100V
Test: Charged Device Model (CDM)
Standard: JEDEC Standard JESD22-C101
Solderability
Compatible with the latest version of J-STD-020, Lead
free solder, 260°
This part is compliant with EU 2002/95/EC RoHS
directive (Restrictions on the Use of Certain Hazardous
Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment).
This product also has the following attributes:
Lead Free
Halogen Free (Chlorine, Bromine)
Antimony Free
TBBP-A (C15H12Br402) Free
PFOS Free
SVHC Free
MSL Rating
The part is rated Moisture Sensitivity Level 1 at 260°C per
JEDEC standard IPC/JEDEC J-STD-020.
Contact Information
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