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M/A-COM Technology Solutions Inc. and its affiliates reserve the right to make
changes to the product(s) or information contained herein without notice.
1
Cascadable Amplifier
10 to 300 MHz
Rev. V3
A87-2 / SMA87-2
ADVANCED: Data Sheets contain information regarding a product M/A-COM Technology Solutions
is considering for development. Performance is based on target specifications, simulated results,
and/or prototype measurements. Commitment to develop is not guaranteed.
PRELIMINARY: Data Sheets contain information regarding a product M/A-COM Technology
Solutions has under development. Performance is based on engineering tests. Specifications are
typical. Mechanical outline has been fixed. Engineering samples and/or test data may be available.
Commitment to produce in volume is not guaranteed.
Electrical Specifications: Z0 = 50Ω, VCC = +5 VDC
Parameter Units Typical Guaranteed
25ºC 0º to 50ºC -54º to +85ºC*
Frequency MHz 5-350 10-300 10-300
Small Signal Gain (min) dB 16.0 15.0 14.5
Gain Flatness (max) dB ±0.2 ±0.5 ±0.8
Reverse Isolation dB 20
Noise Figure (max) dB 2.9 3.5 4.0
Power Output
@ 1 dB comp. (min) dBm 11.0 9.0 8.5
IP3 dBm +24
IP2 dBm +35
Second Order Harmonic IP dBm +41
VSWR Input / Output (max) 1.3:1 / 1.3:1 1.8:1 / 1.8:1 2.0:1 / 2.0:1
DC Current @ 5 Volts (max) mA 15 17 18
Features
• LOW NOISE FIGURE: 3.0 dB (TYP.)
• HIGH FREQUENCY: 15 mA @ +5 Vdc (TYP.)
• HIGH OUTPUT POWER AT 5 VOLTS: +11 dBm (TYP.)
• LOW VSWR: <1.5.1 (TYP.)
Description
The A87-2 RF amplifier is a discrete hybrid design, which uses
thin film manufacturing processes for accurate performance and
high reliability.
This single stage bipolar transistor feedback amplifier design
displays impressive performance over a broadband frequency
range. Use of an impedance transformer offers the benefit of
high dynamic range and high efficiency.
Both TO-8 and Surface Mount packages are hermetically
sealed, and MIL-STD-883 environmental screening is available
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Ordering Information
Part Number Package
A87-2 TO-8
SMA87-2 Surface Mount
CA87-2 ** SMA Connectorized
Absolute Maximum Ratings
Parameter Absolute
Maximum
Storage Temperature -62ºC to +125ºC
Case Temperature +125ºC
DC Voltage +10 V
Continuous Input Power +13 dBm
Short Term Input power
(1 minute max.) 50 mW
Peak Power (3 µsec max.) 0.5 W
“S” Series Burn-In
Temperature (case) +125ºC
Thermal Data: VCC = +5 VDC
Parameter Rating
Thermal Resistance θjc 185ºC/W
Transistor Power Dissipation Pd 0.034 W
Junction Temperature Rise
Above Case Tjc 6ºC
* Over temperature performance limits for part number CA87-2, guaranteed from 0oC to +50oC only.
** The connectorized version is not RoHs compliant.
• North America Tel: 800.366.2266 • Europe Tel: +353.21.244.6400
• India Tel: +91.80.4155721 • China Tel: +86.21.2407.1588
Visit www.macomtech.com for additional data sheets and product information.
M/A-COM Technology Solutions Inc. and its affiliates reserve the right to make
changes to the product(s) or information contained herein without notice.
2
Cascadable Amplifier
10 to 300 MHz
Rev. V3
A87-2 / SMA87-2
ADVANCED: Data Sheets contain information regarding a product M/A-COM Technology Solutions
is considering for development. Performance is based on target specifications, simulated results,
and/or prototype measurements. Commitment to develop is not guaranteed.
PRELIMINARY: Data Sheets contain information regarding a product M/A-COM Technology
Solutions has under development. Performance is based on engineering tests. Specifications are
typical. Mechanical outline has been fixed. Engineering samples and/or test data may be available.
Commitment to produce in volume is not guaranteed.
Outline Drawing: TO-8 *
∗ Dimensions are inches (millimeters) ±0.015 (0.38) unless otherwise specified.
Typical Performance Curves at +25°C
Outline Drawing: Surface Mount *
Outline Drawing: SMA Connectorized *
WEIGHT: 1 gram (0.04 oz.) max
WEIGHT: 1 gram (0.04 oz.) max
WEIGHT: 19 grams (0.67 oz.) max
