LOW NOISE, POSITIVE GAIN SLOPE
Wideband Amplifier
50Ω
PMA-183PLN+
6 to 18 GHz
THE BIG DEAL
y Wideband, 6 to 18 GHz
y Excellent Noise Figure, 1.2 dB at 15 GHz
y Positive Gain Slope
y High Directivity, 33 dB typ.
Generic photo used for illustration purposes only
CASE STYLE: JV2579
+RoHS Compliant
The +Suffix identifies RoHS Compliance. See our web site
for RoHS Compliance methodologies and qualifications
APPLICATIONS
y C,X & Ku-Band Radar
y Satellite Communication
y ELINT
PRODUCT OVERVIEW
The PMA-183PLN+ is a PHEMT* based wideband MMIC amplifier with an unique combination of high gain with positive gain
slope, high directivity and low noise figure, making it ideal for receiver applications. This design operates on a single 2.6V
supply, is well matched for 50Ω and comes in a tiny, low profile package (3.5 x 2.5 mm, 16-lead MCLP), accommodating dense
circuit board layouts.
KEY FEATURES
Feature
Advantages
High Directivity
With active directivity of 33 dB, the PMA-183PLN+ is an excellent choice for buffering broadband circuits, eliminating the need for an expensive isolator in most cases.
Positive Gain Slope vs. Frequency
y +0.21 dB/GHz (6-15 GHz)
y +0.55 dB/GHz (15-18 GHz)
Useful for compesating negative gain slope of most wideband microwave components and eliminating the need
for equalization
Excellent Noise Figure up to 18 GHz
y 1.2dB Typ. at 18GHz
Enables lower system noise figure performance.
3.5 x 2.5mm, 16-lead MCLP package
Tiny footprint saves space in dense layouts while providing low inductance, repeatable transitions, and excellent
thermal contact to the PCB.
4.Permanent damage may occur if any of these limits are exceeded.
REV. F
ECO-012145
PMA-183PLN+
GY/RS/CP/AM
220304
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Wideband Amplifier
PMA-183PLN+
ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS1 AT 25°C, UNLESS NOTED OTHERWISE
Parameter
Condition (MHz)
Frequency Range
Typ.
Max.
6
Gain
Input Return Loss
Output Return Loss
Directivity
VS=2.6V
Min.
18
6000
20.7
26.3
29.1
10000
19.0
26.3
29.6
15000
20.8
27.5
30.3
18000
‑
29.7
‑
6000
10.2
10000
14.8
15000
12.7
18000
9.1
6000
11.4
10000
15.3
15000
16.9
18000
25.0
6000 - 18000
33
6000
9.8
10000
8.6
15000
9.6
18000
10.2
6000
25
Output Power at 1dB Compression2
Output IP3
Noise Figure
10000
22
15000
22.4
18000
21.9
6000
1.4
10000
1.3
15000
1.2
18000
Units
GHz
dB
dB
dB
dB
dBm
dBm
dB
1.3
Device Operating Voltage (VS)
2.3
2.6
2.9
V
Device Operating Current (IDD)
‑
57.2
72
mA
Device Current Variation vs. Temperature2
7.69
µA/°C
Device Current Variation vs. Voltage3
0.04
mA/mV
Thermal Resistance, junction-to-ground lead
49.5
°C/W
1. Measured on Mini-Circuits Characterization Test Board TB-PMA-183PLN+. See Characterization Test & Application Circuit (Fig. 1)
2. Device Current Variation vs. Temperature= (Current in mA at 85°C - Current in mA at -45°C)/130°C
3. Device Current Variation vs. Voltage = (Current in mA at 2.9V – Current in mA at 2.3V) / ((2.9V- 2.3V)*1000 mA/mV)
MAXIMUM RATINGS3,4
Parameter
Operating Temperature (ground lead)
Ratings
-40°C to 85°C
Storage Temperature
-65°C to 150°C
Junction Temperature
131°C
Total Power Dissipation
Input Power (CW), Vs=2.6V
0.9W
+24 dBm (5 minutes max.)
+13 dBm (continuous)
DC Voltage on Vs
4V
DC Voltage on RF Ports (RF-IN & RF-OUT)
4V
4.Permanent damage may occur if any of these limits are exceeded. Electrical maximum
ratings are not intended for continuous normal operation.
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Wideband Amplifier
PMA-183PLN+
SIMPLIFIED SCHEMATIC & PAD DESCRIPTION
VE
TOP VIEW
VDD
GND RF-OUT GND
2
4
16
15
Function
Pad
Number
Description (See Figure 1)
VDD
2
Supply Voltage Pad, Connects
to Vs via R1
VE
4
Enable Voltage Pad, Connects
to VDD via R2
RF-IN
7
RF Input Pad, Connects to the
input port
RF-OUT
15
RF Output Pad, Connects to the
output port
NC
1,3,5 &
9-13
No connection to the die,
Grounded on the test board
GROUND
6,8,14,16
Vs
& Paddle
Connects to ground on Test
board
14
DUT
RF-IN
RF-OUT
7
15
6,8,14
15&Paddle
1,3,5
&9-13
NC
1
13 NC
VDD
2
12 NC
NC
3
11 NC
VE
4
10
NC
NC
5
9
NC
NC
6
7
8
GND RF-IN GND
TB-PMA-183PLN+
C4
CHARACTERIZATION TEST & APPLICATION CIRCUIT
Vs
TB-PMA-183PLN+
C4
C1
C2
C6
C3
4
7
C2
C6
C3
2
Fig 1. Application
and Characterization Circuit
RF-OUT
RF-IN
15
7 for characterization.
Note: This block diagram is used
(DUT soldered on MiniDUT
Circuits Characterization test board TB-PMA-183PLN+) Gain, Return loss, Output
1,3,5-6,
power at 1dB compression (P1dB), output IP3 (OIP3) and noise figure measured
using Agilent’s N5242A PNA-X microwave 8-14,16
network analyzer.
R1
R2
C1
C5
4
C5
RF-IN
R2
R1
&PADDLE
Conditions:
1. Gain and Return loss: Pin= -25dBm
2. Output IP3 (OIP3): Two tones, spaced 1 MHz apart, -10 dBm/tone at output.
2
DUT
15
RF-OUT
1,3,5-6,
8-14,16
&PADDLE
180
RK73H1ETTP1800F
PRODUCT MARKING
180
index over pin 1
RK73H1ETTP1800F
MCL
183P
black body
model family designation
Marking may contain other features or characters for internal lot control
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Wideband Amplifier
PMA-183PLN+
ADDITIONAL DETAILED TECHNICAL INFORMATION IS AVAILABLE ON OUR DASH BOARD. TO ACCESS C LIC K HERE
Data Table
Performance Data
Swept Graphs
S-Parameter (S2P Files) Data Set (.zip file)
Case Style
JV2579 Plastic package, exposed paddle, lead finish: Matte-Tin Plate
Tape & Reel
F104
Standard quantities available on reel
7” reels with 2K devices
Suggested Layout for PCB Design
PL-691
Evaluation Board
TB-PMA-183PLN+ & TB-PMA-183PLNC+
Environmental Ratings
ENV08T1
ESD RATING
Human Body Model (HBM): Class 1C (1000 to
