AH101

Medium Power, High Linearity Amplifier

Applications
 Mobile Infrastructure
1
10
 CATV / DBS AH
 Defense / Homeland Security

SOT-89 Package

Product Features Functional Block Diagram


GND
50 – 1500 MHz
4
 +47 dBm Output IP3
 13.5 dB Gain
 +26.5 dBm P1dB
 MTTF > 1000 Years
1 2 3
 Internally Matched RF IN GND RF OUT

 Single +9 V Supply
 Lead-free/RoHS-compliant SOT-89 Package

General Description Pin Configuration

The AH101 is a medium power gain block that offers
excellent dynamic range in a low-cost surface mount Pin # Function Label
package. The combination of a single supply voltage
1 RF IN
and an internally matched device makes it ideal for
both narrow and broadband applications. Only dc 3 RF OUT
blocking and bypass capacitors as well as an RF 2, 4 GND
choke are required for operation.

Superior thermal design allows the product to achieve

+46 dBm IP3 performance at a mounting temperature
of +85°C with an associated MTTF of greater than
1000 years. The AH101 is available in the
environmentally-friendly green/RoHS-compliant SOT-
89 package. The broadband amplifier uses a high
reliability GaAs MESFET technology and is targeted
for applications where high linearity is required.

Ordering Information

Part No. Description

AH101-G Med. Power High Linearity Amplifier
AH101-PCB 50-900 MHz Evaluation Board
Standard T/R size = 1000 pieces on a 7" reel

Data Sheet: Rev A 06/01/12 - 1 of 7 - Disclaimer: Subject to change without notice

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Specifications

Absolute Maximum Ratings Recommended Operating Conditions

Parameter Rating Parameter Min Typ Max Units
Storage Temperature -55 to 150°C TCASE -40 +85 °C
RF Input Power CW, 50Ω,T = 25°C +18 dBm DC Voltage, VDD 7 9 10 V
6
DC Voltage +11 V TCH (for >10 Hours MTTF) 160 °C

Operation of this device outside the parameter ranges Electrical specifications are measured at specified test
given above may cause permanent damage. conditions. Specifications are not guaranteed over all
recommended operating conditions.

Electrical Specifications
Test conditions unless otherwise noted: VDD=+9 V, TCASE = +25°C, 50 Ω system.
Parameter Conditions Min Typ Max Units
Operational Frequency Range 50 1500 MHz
Test Frequency 800 MHz
Gain 12 13.5 dB
Input Return Loss 20 dB
Output Return Loss 15 dB
Output P1dB +26.5 dBm
Output IP3 Pout= +8 dBm/tone, f= 10 MHz +43 +47 dBm
Noise Figure 3.5 dB
Supply Voltage, VDD +9 V
Operating Current Range 170 200 230 mA
Thermal Resistance, Rth
25 °C/W
(junction to base)

Device Characterization Data

S-Parameter Data
Test Conditions: VDD = +9 V, IDS = 200 mA, TCASE = 25 °C, unmatched 50 ohm system, calibrated to device leads
Freq (MHz) S11 (dB) S11 (ang) S21 (dB) S21 (ang) S12 (dB) S12 (ang) S22 (dB) S22 (ang)
50 -18.92 -60.71 13.78 168.24 -19.25 4.11 -14.51 -160.07
100 -22.31 -52.06 13.63 169.87 -19.13 0.17 -14.86 -177.29
200 -23.85 -47.09 13.50 166.42 -19.17 -5.09 -15.22 164.61
400 -23.32 -62.31 13.48 157.06 -19.28 -12.63 -14.83 140.14
600 -21.73 -77.34 13.32 146.40 -19.36 -19.07 -14.55 118.64
800 -20.76 -90.04 13.19 135.74 -19.47 -25.94 -14.02 97.71
1000 -19.65 -105.39 13.05 124.67 -19.74 -33.10 -13.40 80.17
1200 -18.62 -121.62 12.94 114.96 -20.07 -39.77 -12.95 63.09
1400 -17.32 -131.81 12.76 104.01 -20.36 -45.37 -12.44 47.65
1600 -16.53 -141.33 12.55 93.98 -20.44 -53.24 -12.02 31.14

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Typical Performance 50-1500 MHz

Test conditions unless otherwise noted: VDD=+9 V, TCASE = +25°C, 50 Ω system
Frequency 50 450 900 1500 MHz
Gain 13.6 13.8 13.5 12.7 dB
Input Return Loss 23 27 21 14 dB
Output Return Loss 8 14 18 16 dB
Output P1dB +26.1 +26.5 +26.5 +25 dBm
Output IP3 (Pout= +8 dBm/tone, f= 10 MHz) +45 +47 +47 +47 dBm
Output IP2 +63 +63 +60 +59 dBm
Noise Figure 4.4 3.4 3.6 4.2 dB
Current 200 mA
Voltage, VDD +9 V

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Reference Design AH101-PCB (900 MHz)

+9V

J4 J3

R1
ID=R1
R=0 Ohm

ID=C3
C=0.018 uF
C3
Q1
L2

C1 L1 C6

ID=L2
L=470 nH
size 0805
ID=C1 ID=L1 NET="AH101" ID=C6
C=0.018 uF R=0 Ohm
C=.018 uF

Notes:
1. The amplifier should be connected directly to a +9 V regulator; no dropping resistor is required.
2. If no DC signal is present at the input (pin 1), C1 can be removed. The gate (input pin) is internally grounded in the amplifier.
3. R1, C2, and L1 are used as placeholders for a different device on the same PCB layout. They are not needed for the AH101.
4. Component sizes are 0603 unless otherwise noted.
5. For higher frequencies of operation, use a lower value L2 inductor.

Test conditions unless otherwise noted: VDD=+9 V, TCASE = +25°C, 50 Ω system

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Medium Power, High Linearity Amplifier

Pin Description
GND

1 2 3
RF IN GND RF OUT

Pin Symbol Description

1 RF IN RF input, matched to 50 ohms. External DC Block is required.
3 RF OUT RF output / DC supply, matched to 50 ohms. External DC Block, bias choke required.
Backside Paddle. Multiple vias should be employed to minimize inductance and thermal
2, 4 GND Paddle
resistance; see PCB mounting pattern in Mechanical Information section.

Evaluation Board PCB Information

TriQuint PCB 1069133 Material and Stack Up

1 oz. Cu top layer

0.014" Nelco N-4000-13
1 oz. Cu inner layer
0.062 ± 0.006
Finished Board Nelco N-4000-13
Thickness εr=3.7 typ.

1 oz. Cu inner layer

0.014" Nelco N-4000-13
1 oz. Cu bottom layer

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Medium Power, High Linearity Amplifier

Mechanical Information
Package Marking and Dimensions

Marking: Part number - 101G

Assembly code – XXXX-X

101G
XXXX-X

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. Mounting screws can be added near the part to fasten the board to a heatsink. Ensure that the ground / thermal via region
contacts the heatsink.
4. Do not put solder mask on the backside of the PC board in the region where the board contacts the heatsink.
5. RF trace width depends upon the PC board material and construction.
6. Use 1 oz. Copper minimum.

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Medium Power, High Linearity Amplifier

Product Compliance Information

ESD Information Solderability
Compatible with both lead-free (260 °C max.
reflow temp.) and tin/lead (245 °C max. reflow
temp.) soldering processes.

ESD Rating: Class 1C Package lead plating: NiPdAu

Value: Passes 1000 V min.
Test: Human Body Model (HBM) RoHs Compliance
Standard: JEDEC Standard JESD22-A114
This part is compliant with EU 2002/95/EC RoHS
ESD Rating: Class IV directive (Restrictions on the Use of Certain
Value: Passes 1000 V min. Hazardous Substances in Electrical and
Test: Charged Device Model (CDM) Electronic Equipment).
Standard: JEDEC Standard JESD22-C101
This product also has the following attributes:
 Lead Free
MSL Rating  Halogen Free (Chlorine, Bromine)
Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL) 1 at 260°C convection  Antimony Free
reflow per JEDEC standard IPC/JEDEC J-STD-020.  TBBP-A (C15H12Br402) Free
 PFOS Free
 SVHC Free

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Data Sheet: Rev A 06/01/12 - 7 of 7 - Disclaimer: Subject to change without notice

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