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Low-Noise Bias Supply in µMAX
with Power-OK for GaAsFET PA
The MAX881R low-noise, inverting power supply is
designed for biasing GaAsFET power amplifiers in
portable wireless applications. This device is a chargepump inverter followed by a negative linear regulator.
The input voltage range is 2.5V to 5.5V. The output is
preset at -2.0V or can be set, using two resistors, to any
voltage from -0.5V to (-VIN + 0.6V). It can deliver up to
4mA. The internal linear regulator also filters the output
to 1mVp-p ripple and noise.
Other features include a power-OK (POK) output that signals when the negative voltage is within 7.5% of its set
point. It protects the GaAsFET by not allowing power to
be applied to the GaAsFET’s drain until it is properly
biased. The signal can be routed either to a microcontroller or directly to a switch at the GaAsFET drain. The
MAX881R is available in a 10-pin µMAX package.
Features
♦ Small µMAX Package
♦ 1mVp-p Output Voltage Ripple and Noise
♦ Power-OK Signal to Control GaAsFET Drain
Switch
♦ 0.05µA Logic-Controlled Shutdown
♦ 1ms Guaranteed Startup
♦ 2.5V to 5.5V Input
♦ -0.5V to (-VIN + 0.6V) Output at up to 4mA
♦ Operates with One 4.7µF and Three 0.22µF
Capacitors (no inductors needed)
Ordering Information
Applications
Cell Phones
Wireless Modems
PCS Phones
Two-Way Pagers
PHS Phones
Mobile Radios
Wireless Handsets
Wireless Computers
PART
MAX881REUB
TEMP RANGE
-40°C to +85°C
Pin Configuration
Typical Operating Circuit
OUTPUT
-2V (OR ADJ)
4mA, 1mVp-p
RIPPLE
INPUT
2.5V TO 5.5V
IN
TOP VIEW
OUT
C1+ 1
MAX881R
ON
OFF
PIN-PACKAGE
10 µMAX
C1-
SHDN
C1+
POK
C1NEGOUT
FB
GND
CONTROLS
GaAsFET PA’s
DRAIN SWITCH
10 IN
2
MAX881R
9
N.C.
NEGOUT
3
8
GND
POK
4
7
OUT
SHDN
5
6
FB
µMAX
N.C. = NOT INTERNALLY CONNECTED
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MAX881R
General Description
MAX881R
Low-Noise Bias Supply in µMAX
with Power-OK for GaAsFET PA
ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS
IN to GND .................................................................-0.3V to +6V
SHDN to GND...........................................................-0.3V to +6V
POK to GND ...........................................................-0.3V to +12V
C1+ to GND .................................................-0.3V to (VIN + 0.3V)
C1-, NEGOUT, OUT, FB to GND ....................-6V to (VIN + 0.3V)
Continuous Power Dissipation (TA = +70°C)
10-Pin µMAX (derate 5.6mW/°C above +70°C) ...........444mW
Operating Temperature Range ...........................-40°C to +85°C
Junction Temperature ......................................................+150°C
Storage Temperature Range .............................-65°C to +165°C
Lead Temperature (soldering, 10s) .................................+300°C
Note 1: The output may be shorted to NEGOUT or GND if the package power dissipation is not exceeded. Typical short-circuit
current is 35mA.
Stresses beyond those listed under “Absolute Maximum Ratings” may cause permanent damage to the device. These are stress ratings only, and functional
operation of the device at these or any other conditions beyond those indicated in the operational sections of the specifications is not implied. Exposure to
absolute maximum rating conditions for extended periods may affect device reliability.
ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS
(Circuit of Figure 3, VIN = +3.6V, FB = GND, RL = ∞, SHDN = IN, TA = -40°C to +85°C, unless otherwise noted. Typical values are at
TA = +25°C.) (Note 2)
PARAMETER
SYMBOL
CONDITIONS
Supply Voltage Range
VIN
Preset Output Voltage
VOUT
VIN ≥ 2.7V, IOUT = 0 to 4mA
Adjustable Output Voltage
Range
VOUT
VIN ≥ 2.5V, IOUT = 0 to 4mA
FB Voltage
VFB
FB Input Current
Supply Current (Note 3)
Shutdown Supply Current
MIN
MAX
UNITS
5.5
V
-2.0
-1.9
V
-0.5
V
2.5
VIN ≥ 2.5V,
IOUT = 0 to 4mA
-2.1
-(VIN - 0.6)
TA = +25°C
-0.515
TA = 0°C to +85°C
-0.525
TA = -40°C to +85°C
-0.535
VFB = -0.5V
IQ
SHDN = GND
-0.5
-0.485
-0.475
V
-0.465
-10
-100
nA
500
950
µA
0.05
1
µA
Output Load Regulation
VIN ≥ 2.7V, IOUT = 0 to 4mA
2
6
mV/mA
Output Ripple
IOUT = 4mA, circuit of Figure 3b
1
Oscillator Frequency
ISHUT
TYP
fOSC
80
POK Threshold
FB = OUT
POK Output Level
VIN ≥ 2.5V, sinking 1mA
POK Off Leakage Current
VIH
VIN = 5.5V
SHDN Input Low Voltage
VIL
VIN = 2.5V
SHDN Input Capacitance
Startup Time
92.5
V POK = 11V
SHDN Input High Voltage
SHDN Input Current
90
100
ISHDN
tSTART
120
kHz
95
% of
VOUT
100
mV
1
µA
2.2
V
Connected to IN or GND
CIN
mVp-p
0.35
V
±1
µA
10
VIN = 3V, RL = 500Ω, V SHDN = 0 to VIN,
POK goes low
pF
1
ms
Note 2: Specifications to -40°C are guaranteed by design, not production tested.
Note 3: MAX881R may draw high supply current during startup, up to the minimum operating supply voltage. To guarantee proper
startup, the input supply must be capable of delivering 90mA more than the maximum load current.
2
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Low-Noise Bias Supply in µMAX
with Power-OK for GaAsFET PA
1.90
-1.92
-1.94
VIN = 2.5V
-2.00
-1.90
-1.92
-1.96
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
-1.98
-1.99
-2.00
-2.02
2
4
6
8
10
12
14
2.0
16
2.5
3.0
3.5
4.0
4.5
5.0
5.5
OUTPUT CURRENT (mA)
OUTPUT CURRENT (mA)
INPUT VOLTAGE (V)
MAXIMUM OUTPUT CURRENT
vs. INPUT VOLTAGE
MAXIMUM NEGOUT CURRENT
vs. INPUT VOLTAGE
NO-LOAD SUPPLY CURRENT
vs. INPUT VOLTAGE
VOUT < 2mVp-p RIPPLE
CIRCUIT OF FIGURE 3b
20
15
10
VOUT < 2mVp-p RIPPLE
CIRCUIT OF FIGURE 3a
5
16
12
8
0
800
CIRCUIT OF FIGURE 3a
4
3.0
3.5
4.0
4.5
5.0
5.5
6.0
700
600
500
400
0
2.5
MAX881R TOC06
MAX881R TOC05
CIRCUIT OF FIGURE 3b
300
2.0
2.5
3.0
3.5
4.0
4.5
5.0
5.5
6.0
2.0
2.5
3.0
3.5
4.0
4.5
5.0
INPUT VOLTAGE (V)
INPUT VOLTAGE (V)
INPUT VOLTAGE (V)
NO-LOAD SUPPLY CURRENT
vs. TEMPERATURE
STARTUP TIME
vs. INPUT VOLTAGE
OSCILLATOR FREQUENCY
vs. INPUT VOLTAGE
500
VIN = 3.6V
400
500
400
300
6.0
MAX881R TOC09
TA = -40°C
102
FREQUENCY (kHz)
600
600
5.5
103
MAX881R TOC08
VIN = 5.5V
700
CIRCUIT OF FIGURE 3a
NO LOAD
SHDN TO POK DELAY
700
START-UP TIME (µs)
800
800
MAX881R TOC07
900
6.0
900
SUPPLY CURRENT (µA)
VOUT ≤ -1.8V
CIRCUIT OF FIGURE 3a
25
VNEGOUT = 0.9 x VNEGOUT(NO LOAD)
20
OUTPUT CURRENT (mA)
35
30
24
MAX881r TOC04
VOUT ≤ -1.8V
CIRCUIT OF FIGURE 3b
2.0
MAX881R TOC03
-1.97
-2.03
0
10
ILOAD = 4mA
-1.96
-2.01
VIN ≥ 3.6V
-2.02
0
SUPPLY CURRENT (µA)
VIN = 2.5V
-1.94
-2.00
VIN ≥ 3.6V
-2.02
OUTPUT CURRENT (mA)
-1.88
-1.98
-1.98
40
-1.86
OUTPUT VOLTAGE (V)
OUTPUT VOLTAGE (V)
-1.88
CIRCUIT OF FIGURE 3b
OUTPUT VOLTAGE (V)
-1.86
-1.95
MAX881R TOC02
CIRCUIT OF FIGURE 3a
45
-1.84
MAX881R TOC01
-1.84
-1.96
OUTPUT VOLTAGE
vs. INPUT VOLTAGE
OUTPUT VOLTAGE
vs. OUTPUT CURRENT
OUTPUT VOLTAGE
vs. OUTPUT CURRENT
TA = +25°C
TA = +85°C
101
100
99
98
200
VIN = 2.5V
100
300
-60
-40
-20
0
20
40
TEMPERATURE (°C)
60
80
100
97
2.0
2.5
3.0
3.5
4.0
4.5
INPUT VOLTAGE (V)
5.0
5.5
6.0
2.0
2.5
3.0
3.5
4.0
4.5
5.0
5.5
6.0
INPUT VOLTAGE (V)
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MAX881R
Typical Operating Characteristics
(Circuit of Figure 3, VIN = 3.6V, TA = +25°C, unless otherwise noted.)
Typical Operating Characteristics (continued)
(Circuit of Figure 3, VIN = 3.6V, TA = +25°C, unless otherwise noted.)
OUTPUT NOISE AND RIPPLE
(CIRCUIT OF FIGURE 3a)
STARTUP FROM SHUTDOWN
(NO LOAD)
0
VOUT
0
-2V
POK
MAX881R-TOC12
VIN = 3.6V
VOUT = -2V
IOUT = 2.5mA
+5V
SHDN
OUTPUT NOISE AND RIPPLE
(CIRCUIT OF FIGURE 3b)
MAX881R-TOC11
MAX881R-TOC10
RL = 500Ω
VOUT = 0
VIN = 0
1mV/div
AC-COUPLED
VOUT
1mV/div
AC-COUPLED
10µs/div
OUTPUT NOISE SPECTRUM
(CIRCUIT OF FIGURE 3a)
OUTPUT NOISE SPECTRUM
(CIRCUIT OF FIGURE 3b)
VIN = 3.6V
VOUT = -2V
IOUT = 2.5mA
VIN = 3.6V
VOUT = -2V
IOUT = 4mA
50
40
30
MAX881R TOC14
60
MAX881R TOC13
60
40
OUTPUT NOISE
5µs/div
100µs/div
50
NOISE FLOOR
VOUT = -2V
VIN = 3.6V
1mV/div
AC-COUPLED
VIN
0
VIN = 3.6V
CIRCUIT OF FIGURE 3b
30
NOISE (dBµV)
NOISE (dBµV)
MAX881R
Low-Noise Bias Supply in µMAX
with Power-OK for GaAsFET PA
20
10
0
20
10
0
-10
-10
-20
-20
-30
-30
-40
-40
1
10
100
1000
1
FREQUENCY (kHz)
10
100
1000
FREQUENCY (kHz)
LINE-TRANSIENT RESPONSE
LOAD-TRANSIENT RESPONSE
MAX881R-TOC15
MAX881R-TOC16
4mA
3.3V
IOUT
VIN
400µA
2.7V
10mV/
div
VOUT
ILOAD = 4mA
VOUT = -2V
CIRCUIT OF FIGURE 3b
2ms/div
4
VOUT
VIN = 3.6V
VOUT = -2V
CIRCUIT OF FIGURE 3b
100µs/div
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10mV/
div
Low-Noise Bias Supply in µMAX
with Power-OK for GaAsFET PA
PIN
NAME
1
C1+
Positive Terminal for C1
FUNCTION
2
C1-
Negative Terminal for C1
3
NEGOUT
4
POK
5
SHDN
Active-Low, Logic-Level Shutdown Input. Connect to IN for normal operation. Do not leave this
pin unconnected.
6
FB
Dual-Mode™ Feedback Input. When FB is connected to GND, the output is preset to -2V. To
select other voltages, connect FB to an external resistor-divider (Figure 4). Do not leave this pin
unconnected.
7
OUT
Regulated Negative Output Voltage
8
GND
Ground
9
N.C.
No Connection. Not internally connected.
10
IN
Negative Output Voltage (unregulated)
Active-Low, Open-Drain Power-OK Output. Goes low when OUT reaches 92.5% of its set
value.
Positive Power-Supply Input
Dual Mode is a trademark of Maxim Integrated Products.
SHDN
C1+
C1
C1-
IN
CHARGE PUMP
C3
NEGOUT
OUT
C4
C2
FB
MAX881R
0.5V
POK
0.4625V
GND
Figure 1. Functional Diagram
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MAX881R
Pin Description
MAX881R
Low-Noise Bias Supply in µMAX
with Power-OK for GaAsFET PA
TO PA
GATE BIAS
OUT
VIN
VCC FOR
POWER AMPLIFIER
C3
0.22µF
C1+
C4
MAX881R
P
POK
IN
OUT
C1
0.22µF
100k
OFF
Detailed Description
The applied input voltage (VIN) is inverted to a negative
voltage at NEGOUT by a capacitive charge pump. This
voltage is regulated by an internal linear regulator at
OUT (Figure 1). With FB connected to GND, VOUT is
regulated at -2V. Alternatively, use a voltage-divider at
FB to adjust the output voltage between -0.5V and -(VIN
- 0.6V) (see the section Setting the Output Voltage).
The internal linear regulator reduces the ripple noise
induced by the charge-pump inverter to 1mVp-p at
OUT (circuit of Figure 3b). In addition, the excellent AC
rejection of the linear regulator attenuates noise from
the incoming supply.
Power-OK Signal
The MAX881R has an active-low, open-drain, power-OK
(POK) output. This output goes low when OUT reaches
92.5% of the regulated output voltage. POK can be
used to drive the gate of a P-MOSFET that switches
power to the GaAsFET power amplifier (Figure 2), thereby ensuring that the power amplifier is not powered
before the required negative bias voltage is present.
Use a 50kΩ or larger pull-up resistor to signal a logic
high when POK goes high impedance.
Shutdown Mode
The MAX881R features a shutdown mode that reduces
supply current to less than 1µA over temperature. SHDN
is an active-low, logic-level input. Start-up time coming
out of shutdown mode is typically 0.5ms. OUT and
NEGOUT are switched to GND in shutdown mode.
SHDN
NEGOUT
C2
0.22µF
Figure 2. Using the POK Function
The MAX881R, a low-noise, inverting, regulated chargepump power supply, is designed for biasing GaAsFET
devices such as power-amplifier modules in cellular
handsets.
MAX881R
C1-
ON
TO
POWER
AMPLIFIER
POK
GND
FB
Figure 3a. Standard Application Circuit for Minimum Capacitor
Values
VIN
C3
1µF
C1+
IN
OUT
C1
1µF
MAX881R
C1-
ON
OFF
NEGOUT
C2
1µF
VOUT = -2V
C4
10µF
SHDN
POK
GND
FB
Figure 3b. Standard Application Circuit for Minimum Output
Noise
Applications Information
Setting the Output Voltage
Select either a fixed or adjustable output for the
MAX881R. Connect FB to GND for a fixed -2V output
(Figure 3). Select an alternative output voltage by connecting FB to the midpoint of a resistor-divider from
OUT to GND (Figure 4). When operating under full load
(4mA), the voltage at IN should be at least 0.6V higher
than the absolute voltage required at OUT. Note that
the minimum input voltage required for operation is
2.5V, regardless of the desired output voltage.
Choose R1 to be between 100kΩ and 400kΩ and calculate R2. For greater accuracy, use resistors with 1%
or better tolerance.
R2 = R1 (2 x |VOUT| - 1)
6
VOUT = -2V
C4
4.7µF
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Low-Noise Bias Supply in µMAX
with Power-OK for GaAsFET PA
C3
0.22µF
IN
C1+
C1
0.22µF
OFF
C2
0.22µF
R2
MAX881R
C1-
ON
OUT
C4
4.7µF
FB
SHDN
NEGOUT
POK
regulating, the output resistance of the circuit is simply
the linear-regulator load regulation (2mV/mA).
C1, C2, and C3 should be 0.22µF capacitors with less
than 0.4Ω ESR. C4 should be a 4.7µF capacitor with
less than 0.1Ω ESR. Larger capacitor values can be
used (C1 = C2 = C3 = 1µF, C4 = 10µF) to reduce output noise and ripple (1mVp-p), at the expense of cost
and board space. All capacitors should be either
ceramic or surface-mount chip tantalum (Figures 3a
and 3b).
R1
GND
Layout and Grounding
Good layout is important for good noise performance.
To optimize the layout:
1) Mount all components as close together as possible.
Figure 4. Adjustable Output Configuration
2) Keep traces short to minimize parasitic inductance
and capacitance, especially connections to FB.
Capacitors
Use capacitors with a low effective series resistance
(ESR) to maintain a low dropout voltage (VIN - |VOUT|).
The overall dropout voltage is a function of the output
resistance of the charge pump and the voltage drop
across the linear regulator (N-channel pass transistor).
At the 100kHz charge-pump switching frequency, output resistance is a function of the value of C1 and the
ESR of C1 and C2. Therefore, increasing C1 and minimizing the ESR of the charge-pump capacitors minimizes dropout voltage.
The output resistance of the entire circuit (in dropout) is
approximately:
ROUT = RO + 4 x ESRC1 + ESRC2 + 1 / (fS x C1)
+ R(linear regulator)
Where R(linear regulator) (the output impedance of the
linear regulator) is approximately 2Ω and RO (the resistance of the internal switches) is typically 10Ω. When
3) Use a ground plane.
Noise and Ripple Measurement
Accurately measuring the output noise and ripple is a
challenge. Slight momentary differences in ground
potential between the circuit and the oscilloscope
(which result from the charge pump’s switching action)
cause ground currents in the probes’ wires, inducing
sharp voltage spikes. For best results, measure directly
across the output capacitor (C4). Do not use the
ground lead of the probe; instead, remove the probe’s
tip cover and touch the ground ring on the probe
directly to C4’s ground terminal. This direct connection
gives the most accurate noise and ripple measurement.
Chip Information
TRANSISTOR COUNT: 413
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MAX881R
VIN
Package Information
(The package drawing(s) in this data sheet may not reflect the most current specifications. For the latest package outline information,
go to www.maxim-ic.com/packages.)
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10LUMAX.EPS
MAX881R
Low-Noise Bias Supply in µMAX
with Power-OK for GaAsFET PA
4X S
10
10
INCHES
H
0 0.50±0.1
0.6±0.1
1
1
0.6±0.1
BOTTOM VIEW
TOP VIEW
D2
MILLIMETERS
MAX
DIM MIN
0.043
A
0.006
A1
0.002
A2
0.030
0.037
0.120
D1
0.116
0.118
0.114
D2
0.116
0.120
E1
0.118
E2
0.114
0.199
H
0.187
L
0.0157 0.0275
L1
0.037 REF
b
0.007
0.0106
e
0.0197 BSC
c
0.0035 0.0078
0.0196 REF
S
α
0°
6°
MAX
MIN
1.10
0.15
0.05
0.75
0.95
3.05
2.95
3.00
2.89
3.05
2.95
2.89
3.00
4.75
5.05
0.40
0.70
0.940 REF
0.177
0.270
0.500 BSC
0.090
0.200
0.498 REF
0°
6°
E2
GAGE PLANE
A2
c
A
b
A1
α
E1
D1
L
L1
FRONT VIEW
SIDE VIEW
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