3.4 to 3.5 GHz, 7.0V, +24 dBm
W-CDMA Power Amplifier
August 2007 - Rev 02-Aug-07
CMM3566-LC
Features
7.0V Bias Voltage
+24 dBm Linear Output Power (W-CDMA)
30 dB Gain at Operating Output
Tested Under Digital Modulation (W-CDMA)
Leadless Chip Carrier (LCC) Package
Functional Block Diagram
Ground Tab
Vg3
1
Vg2
2
Vg1
3
RF IN
4
8
RF OUT/+Vd3
7
RF OUT/+Vd3
6
Vd2
5
Vd1
Ground Tab
General Description
The CMM3566-LC is a 7.0V, +24 dBm, linear power amplifier
intended for use in PCS handsets and wireless local loop
subscriber units and base stations. The amplifier is biased to meet
the requirements of linear modulation systems of W-CDMA. The
CMM3566-LC is packaged in a low-cost, space efficient, power
package that provides excellent electrical stability and low
thermal resistance. The part requires minimal external circuitry for
bias and matching to reduce space and cost.
Applications
Wireless Local Loop Subscriber Units
Wireless Local Loop Base Stations
Absolute Maximum Ratings
Parameter
Rating
Parameter
Rating
Parameter
Rating
Drain Voltage (+Vd)
Drain Current (Id)
RF Input Power
DC Gate Voltage (-Vg)
+8 V*
1.0 A
0 dBm*
-4.0 V*
Power Dissipation
Thermal Resistance
Storage Temperature
BVGD
5W
20°C/W
-65°C to +150°C
18 V
Operating Temperature
Channel Temperature
Soldering Temperature
-30°C to +90°C
150°C
240°C for 5 Sec.
* Max (+V
d
) and (-V
g
) under linear operation. Max potential difference across the device at 1dB gain compression point (2V
d
+|-V
g
1) not to exceed the minimum breakdown voltage (BVGD ) of +18V.
Recommended Operating Conditions
Parameter
Typ
Units
Parameter
Typ
Units
Drain Voltage (+Vd)
7.0
Volts
Operating Temperature (PC Board)
-40 to +70
°C
Application Information
The CMM3566-LC is a three stage amplifier that requires a
positive and a negative supply voltages for proper operation. It is
essential when turning on the device that the negative supply be
applied before the positive supply. When turning the device off,
the positive supply should be removed before the negative supply
is removed.
The CMM3566-LC can be operated over a range of supply
voltages and bias currents. It is important that the maximum power
dissipation specification for the package be observed at all times
and that the maximum voltage across the device not be exceeded.
supply voltage is applied to pins 5, 6, 7 and 8. The negative volt-
age supplies control the quiescent current of the device. The quies-
cent current needs to be set at the level specified in order to get the
guaranteed RF performances.
Negative bias voltages can also be used to control the gain,
the output power and the operating current during operation of the
device.
Matching Circuits
Output matching circuit is required to achieve
the output power and gain guaranteed. Mimix’s recommenda-
tion for the topology of the matching circuit is shown in the
schematic diagram of the test circuit in this data sheet.
In providing both the negative and positive bias voltages, it is
important to provide adequate de-coupling between the RF signal
and the DC voltages. Inadequate de-coupling could result in low
output power, low gain or oscillation. Mimix recommends the
bias circuits shown in the evaluation circuit .
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Circuit Design Considerations
Biasing
Three negative voltages are needed to set the bias current
of the 3-stage GaAs FET power amplifier. The first stage bias is
controlled via Vg1. The second stage bias is controlled via Vg2.
The output stage is controlled via Vg3. The recommended divider
networks for each gate bias shown in the schematic. The positive
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Characteristic Data and Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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Mimix Broadband, Inc.
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