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High Dynamic Range Low Noise Amplifier

1400 - 2000 MHz

Rev. V1

MAAMSS0045

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.

Features

• Low Noise Figure: 1.4 dB

• High Input IP3: +18 dBm at 8 V, 45 mA bias

+8 dBm at 3 V, 20 mA bias

• High Gain: 14 dB

• Single Supply: +3 to +8 VDC

• Adjustable current: 20 to 60 mA with external

resistor

• Lead-Free SOIC-8 Package

• 100% Matte Tin Plating over Copper

• Halogen-Free “Green” Mold Compound

• 260°C Reflow Compatible

• RoHS* Compliant Version of AM50-0004

Description

M/A-COM’s MAAMSS0045 is a high dynamic range,

GaAs MMIC, low noise amplifier in a lead-free

SOIC 8-lead, surface mount, plastic package.

It

employs external input matching to obtain optimum

noise figure performance and operating frequency

flexibility. The MAAMSS0045 also features flexible

biasing to control the current consumption vs.

dynamic range trade-off. The MAAMSS0045 can

operate from any positive supply voltage in the 3 V

to 8 V range. Its current can be controlled over a

range of 20 mA to 60 mA with an external resistor.

The MAAMSS0045 is ideally suited for use where

low noise figure, high gain, high dynamic range, and

low power consumption are required.

Typical

applications included receiver front ends in PDC,

DCS-1800, DCS-1900 and other PCN/PCS base

stations. It is also useful as a gain block, buffer,

driver, and IF amplifier in both fixed or portable PDC

and PCN/PCS systems.

The MAAMSS0045 is fabricated using a low-cost

0.5-micron gate length GaAs process. The process

features full passivation for increased performance

and reliability.

The MAAMSS0045 is 100% RF

tested

to

ensure

performance

specification

compliance.

Pin Configuration

Pin No.

Pin Name

Description

1

GND

RF and DC Ground

2

External Current Control

(optional)

3

RF IN

RF Input of the amplifier

4

GND

RF and DC Ground

5

GND

RF and DC Ground

6

RF OUT

RF Output of the amplifier

7

Positive supply voltage

8

GND

RF and DC Ground

Part Number

Package

MAAMSS0045

Bulk Packaging

MAAMSS0045TR-3000

3000 piece reel

MAAMSS0045SMB

Sample Test Board

Functional Block Diagram

* Restrictions on Hazardous Substances, European Union Directive 2002/95/EC.

1. Reference Application Note M513 for reel size information.

2. All sample boards include 5 loose parts.