LOW NOISE, WIDEBAND, LOW CURRENT
Monolithic Amplifier
50Ω
PMA2-123LN5+
0.5 to 12 GHz
THE BIG DEAL
y Ultra wideband, 0.5 to 12 GHz
y Excellent noise figure, 1.8 dB at 12 GHz
y Low Current, 30mA
y Usable up to 18 GHz
y Ultra wideband, 0.5 to 12 GHz
y Excellent Noise figure, 1.8 dB at 12 GHz
y Low current, 30mA
y Usable to 18 GHz
Generic photo used for illustration purposes only
CASE STYLE: MC1631
+RoHS Compliant
The +Suffix identifies RoHS Compliance. See our web site
for RoHS Compliance methodologies and qualifications
APPLICATIONS
y WiFi
y WLAN
y UMTS
y LTE
y WiMAX
y S-band Radar
y C-band Satcom
PRODUCT OVERVIEW
The PMA2-123LN5+ is a E-PHEMT based wideband, low noise MMIC amplifier with a unique combination of low noise, high
IP3, and low current making it ideal for sensitive, high-dynamic-range receiver applications. This design operates on a single
5V supply, is well matched for 50Ω and comes in a tiny, low profile package (2 x 2 mm, 8 lead MCLP), accommodating dense
circuit board layouts.
KEY FEATURES
Feature
Advantages
Excellent Noise Figure up to 18 GHz
y 1.8 dB typ. at 12 GHz
y 2.4 dB typ. at 18 GHz
Enables lower system noise figure performance.
High IP3
y +24 dBm at 0.5 GHz
y +24.1 dBm at 12 GHz
Combination of low noise figure and high IP3 makes this MMIC amplifier ideal for use in low noise receiver
front end (RFE) as it gives the user advantages of sensitivity and two-tone IM performance at both ends of the
dynamic range.
Low operating voltage & current
5V & 30mA
Low voltage & current consumption is ideal for use in amplifier chain.
2 x 2mm 8-lead MCLP package
Tiny footprint saves space in dense layouts while providing low inductance, repeatable transitions, and excellent
thermal contact to the PCB.
REV. A
ECO-011027
PMA2-123LN5+
GY/RS/CP
211213
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ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS1 AT 25°C, UNLESS NOTED OTHERWISE
Parameter
Condition (GHz)
Frequency Range
VDD=5.0
Min.
Typ.
0.5
0.5
5
10
12
18
0.5
5
10
12
18
10
0.5
5
10
12
18
0.5
5
10
12
18
0.5
5
10
12
18
0.5
5
10
12
18
Noise Figure
Gain
Reverse Isolation
Input Return Loss
Output Return Loss
Output Power at 1dB Compression2
Output IP3
Device Operating Voltage (VDD)
Device Operating Current (IDD)
Device Current Variation vs. Temperature2
Device Current Variation vs. Voltage
Thermal Resistance, junction-to-junction
16.0
—
9.7
9.0
—
—
—
Max.
12
1.4
1.2
1.6
1.8
2.4
17.7
15.1
11.6
10.7
7.6
24.4
6
10
10
10
7
12
17
12
11
6
12.3
12.2
11.6
11.5
9.6
24.0
23.4
23.5
24.1
21.6
5
30
7.69
0.008
69.8
Units
GHz
dB
19.5
—
13.4
12.5
—
—
dB
dB
dB
dB
dBm
dBm
47
V
mA
µA/°C
mA/mV
°C/W
1. Measured on Mini-Circuits Characterization Test Board TB-PMA2-123LN5+. See Characterization Test Circuit (Fig. 1)
2. (Current at 85°C - Current at -45°C)/130
MAXIMUM RATINGS3
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), Vd=5V4
DC Voltage
0.65W
+24 dBm (5 minutes max.)
+7 dBm (continuous)
7V
3. Permanent damage may occur if any of these limits are exceeded. Electrical maximum ratings are
not intended for continuous normal operation.
4. Measured on Mini-Circuits Test Board, TB-PMA2-123LN5+
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SIMPLIFIED SCHEMATIC & PAD DESCRIPTION
TOP VIEW
DUT
1
ladj
6
DUT
Paddle
3
RF-IN
RF-OUT
ladj
NC
NC
NC
RF-OUT
RF-IN
NC
NC
Function
Pad Number
RF-IN
3
Connects to RF input via a blocking capacitor.
RF-OUT & DC-IN
6
Connects to RF out and VDD via Bias-Tee & 68.1 Ohm resistor
Ground
Paddle
No Connection
2,4,5,7,8
Iadj
1
Description (See Figure 1)
Connects to ground
Not used internally. Connected to ground on Test Board.
Current adjust pad. This pad connects to ground on test board.
CHARACTERIZATION TEST CIRCUIT
VDD
68.1 OHM
TB-PMA2-123LN5+
1
DUT
RF-IN
3
RF-OUT
6
2,4-5,
7-8
& Paddle
Internal Bias Tee
of PNA-X
Fig 1. Application and Characterization Circuit
Note: This block diagram is used for characterization. (DUT
soldered on Mini-Circuits Characterization test board TB-PMA2123LN5+)
Gain, Return loss, Output power at 1dB compression (P1 dB),
output IP3 (OIP3) and noise figure measured using Agilent’s
N5242A PNA-X microwave network analyzer.
Conditions:
1. Gain and Return loss: Pin= -25dBm
2. Output IP3 (OIP3): Two tones, spaced 1 MHz apart, -5dBm/
tone at output.
BLK-18+ (or DC Block
of PNA-X)
PRODUCT MARKING
index over pin 1
MCL
123V
black body
model family designation
Marking may contain other features or characters for internal lot control
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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
MC1631-1 Plastic package, exposed paddle, lead finish: Matte-Tin
Tape & Reel
F66
Standard quantities available on reel
7” reels with 20, 50, 100, 200, 500,1K or 2K devices
Suggested Layout for PCB Design
PL-626
Evaluation Board
TB-PMA2-123LN5+
Environmental Ratings
ENV08T1
ESD RATING
Human Body Model (HBM): Class 1A (250 to
