ULTRA LOW NOISE, HIGH IP3
Monolithic Amplifier
50Ω
PMA2-162LN+
0.7 to 1.6 GHz
THE BIG DEAL
y Ultra Low Noise Figure, 0.5 dB at 1 GHz
y High IP3, 30 dBm typ. at 1 GHz
y Class 1B HBM ESD (500V)
y Adjustable gain, 19.7-23.5 dB at 1 GHz
y High Pout, P1dB 20 dBm typ. at 1 GHz
y May be used as a replacement for MGA-631P8 a,b
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 Base station infrastructure
y Portable Wireless
y LTE
y GPS
y GSM
y Airborne radar
PRODUCT OVERVIEW
Mini-Circuits PMA2-162LN+ is a E-PHEMT* based Ultra-Low Noise MMIC Amplifier with a unique combinations of low noise
and high IP3 making this amplifier ideal for sensitive high dynamic range receiver applications. This design operates on a single
4V supply.
KEY FEATURES
Feature
Advantages
Ultra Low Noise, 0.5 dB at 1.0 GHz
Outstanding world class noise figure performance.
High IP3, +30 dBm at 1.0 GHz
Combining Low Noise and High IP3 makes this MMIC amplifier ideal for use in Low Noise Receiver Front End (RFE) as it
gives the user advantages at both ends of the dynamic range: sensitivity & two-tone IM performance.
Adjustable Gain
By changing feedback resistor R1, gain can be changed from19.7 to 23.5 dB at 1GHz
2mm x 2mm 8 lead MCLP Package
Low Inductance, repeatable transitions, excellent thermal contact to PCB
Max Input Power, +25 dBm
Ruggedized design operates up to high input powers often seen at Receiver inputs eliminating the need for an external
resistor.
High Reliability
Low, small signal operating current of 55 mA nominal maintains junction temperatures typically below 100°C at 85°C
ground lead temperature.
Class 1B ESD (500V HBM)
The PMA2-162LN+ is a super low noise PHEMT based design. Mini-Circuits incorporates ESD protection on die to
achieve industry leading ESD performance for a low noise amplifier.
A. Suitability for model replacement within a particular system must be determined by and is solely the responsibility of the customer based on, among other things, electrical performance
criteria, stimulus conditions, application, compatibility with other components and environmental conditions and stresses.
B. The Avago MGA-631P8 part number is used for identification and comparison purposes only.
*Enhancement mode Pseudomorphic High Electron Mobility Transistor
REV. E
ECO-011027
PMA2-162LN+
TH/RS/CP/AM
211213
www.minicircuits.com P.O. Box 350166, Brooklyn, NY 11235-0003 (718) 934-4500 sales@minicircuits.com
PAGE 1 OF 5
ULTRA LOW NOISE, HIGH IP3
Monolithic Amplifier
PMA2-162LN+
ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS1,2 AT 25°C AND 4V, UNLESS NOTED OTHERWISE
Condition
(GHz)
Parameter
Frequency Range
R1=267Ω1
Min.
R1=93Ω2
Typ.
Max.
Min.
1.6
0.7
0.7
Noise Figure
Gain
Input Return Loss
Output Return Loss
3
Output Power @1 dB compression
Output IP3
Typ.
0.55
0.57
0.8
0.51
0.54
1.0
0.47
0.48
1.3
0.64
0.65
1.6
0.80
—
24.4
—
—
22.7
0.8
—
24.1
—
—
22.2
1.0
20.9
22.7
24.5
18.6
20.8
1.3
—
20.7
—
—
19.1
1.6
—
18.8
—
—
17.7
0.7
9.5
11.5
0.8
15.5
18.8
1.0
17.9
20.0
1.3
12.4
14.5
1.6
10.8
12.4
0.7
13.6
21.6
0.8
16.1
17.8
1.0
18.9
16.0
1.3
15.6
15.1
1.6
10.7
11.6
0.7
19.5
18.3
0.8
19.8
18.9
1.0
19.9
19.7
1.3
19.7
19.8
1.6
18.8
19.0
0.7
29.1
28.3
0.8
30.3
29.5
1.0
30.0
29.0
1.3
30.1
29.2
29.4
3.8
Device Operating Current at 4V
dB
0.81
0.7
1.6
GHz
1.6
0.7
Device Operating Voltage
Units
Max.
dB
23.1
dB
dB
dBm
dBm
28.5
4.0
4.2
55
60
3.8
4.0
4.2
V
55
60
mA
2
2
µA/°C
Device Current Variation vs Voltage at 25°C
0.016
0.016
mA/mV
Thermal Resistance, junction-to-ground lead
53
53
°C/W
Device Current Variation vs. Temperature at 4V4
1. Measured on Mini-Circuits Characterization test board TB-615+. See Characterization Test Circuit (Fig. 1) R1=267Ω
2. Measured on Mini-Circuits Characterization test board TB-615+. See Characterization Test Circuit (Fig. 1) R1=93Ω
3. Current increases at P1dB
4. (Current at 85°C - Current at -45°C)/130
DC Current Histogram at Vs=4V
MAXIMUM RATINGS
Parameter
Operating Temperature (ground lead)
DC CURRENT HISTOGRAM
Ratings
-40°C to 85°C
Storage Temperature
-65°C to 150°C
Junction Temperature
150°C
Total Power Dissipation
0.55 W
Input Power (CW), Vd=4V
25 dBm
DC Voltage
5.5V
60
50
40
30
20
10
0
62-64
www.minicircuits.com P.O. Box 350166, Brooklyn, NY 11235-0003 (718) 934-4500 sales@minicircuits.com
60-62
Current (mA)
58-60
56-58
54-56
52-54
50-52
Permanent damage may occur if any of these limits are exceeded.
Electrical maximum ratings are not intended for continuous normal operation.
70
PAGE 2 OF 5
ULTRA LOW NOISE, HIGH IP3
Monolithic Amplifier
PMA2-162LN+
SIMPLIFIED SCHEMATIC & PAD CONNECTIONS
Bias Feedback
GROUND
NC
4
5
RF-IN
RF- OUT
RF-IN
RF-Out and DC-IN
7
8, paddle
2
PADDLE
NC
RF GROUND
3
Ground
RF Ground
FEEDBACK
BIAS
TOP VIEW
Function
Pad Number
Description
RF IN
2
Connects to RF input via C1 and Pad 3 via L1
RF-OUT & DC-IN
7
Connects to RF out via C2, Pad 5 via R1, and C3
RF-Ground
3
Connects to ground via C4 and Pad 2 via L1
Bias
4
Connects to Supply voltage (Vs) via Rbias
Feedback
5
Connected to pads 7, 4 via R1 and C3
No Connection
1,6
Ground
8 & paddle
Not used internally. Pin 1 Connected to ground on test board
Connects to ground
RECOMMENDED APPLICATION AND CHARACTERIZATION TEST CIRCUIT
C5
L2
Rbias
C3
C1
4
2
RF-IN
L1
3
TB-615+
7
Fig 1. Application and Characterization circuit
Note: This block diagram is used for characterization. (DUT soldered on
Mini-Circuits Characterization test board TB-615+)
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.
R1
5
DUT
C6 C7
Vs (Supply
Voltage)
C2
RF-OUT
1,8, Paddle
C4
Conditions:
1. Gain and Return loss: Pin= -25dBm
2. Output IP3 (OIP3): Two tones, spaced 1 MHz apart, 0 dBm/tone at output.
Components
Size
C1, C6
C2, C4
Value
Manufacturer
P/N
0402
9.1pF
AVX CORP
04025U9R1CAT2A
0402
100pF
Murata
GRM1555C1H101JA01D
C3
0402
5.6pF
Murata
GJM1555C1H5R6BB01D
C5, C7
0402
0.1uF
Murata
GRM155R71C104KA88D
R1
0402
267 Ohm
KOA Speer
Electronics
RK73H1ETTP2670F
RK73H1ETTP7500F
Rbias
0402
750 Ohm
KOA Speer
Electronics
L1
0402
6.8nH
Coilcraft, Inc.
0402CS-6N8XGLW
L2
0402
15nH
Coilcraft, Inc.
0402CS-15NXGLW
PRODUCT MARKING
black body
index over pin 1
PMA2
162L
model family designation
Marking may contain other features or characters for internal lot control
www.minicircuits.com P.O. Box 350166, Brooklyn, NY 11235-0003 (718) 934-4500 sales@minicircuits.com
PAGE 3 OF 5
ULTRA LOW NOISE, HIGH IP3
Monolithic Amplifier
PMA2-162LN+
ADJUSTABLE GAIN PERFORMANCE (VS. R1)
NOISE FIGURE (dB) Vs. Freqency and R1 Values
S21 (AMPLITUDE,dB) Vs. Freqency and R1 Values
1
R1=57.6_Ohm
R1=93.1_Ohm
R1=267_Ohm
R1=562_Ohm
S21 (AMPLITUDE) (dB)
25
23
0.9
0.8
NOISE FIGURE (dB)
27
0.7
0.6
0.5
21
0.4
19
0.2
17
0.1
15
700
900
1100
RF(MHz)
1300
0
700
1500
S22 (AMPLITUDE,dB) Vs. Freqency and R1 Values
900
1100
RF(MHz)
1300
1500
S11 (AMPLITUDE,dB) Vs. Freqency and R1 Values
0
0
-5
S11 (AMPLITUDE) (dB)
S22 (AMPLITUDE) (dB)
R1=57.6_Ohm
R1=93.1_Ohm
R1=267_Ohm
R1=562_Ohm
0.3
-5
-10
-10
-15
-15
-20
R1=57.6_Ohm
R1=93.1_Ohm
R1=267_Ohm
R1=562_Ohm
-25
-30
-35
700
900
1100
RF(MHz)
1300
1500
-20
R1=57.6_Ohm
R1=93.1_Ohm
R1=267_Ohm
R1=562_Ohm
-25
-30
-35
700
900
1100
RF(MHz)
1300
1500
www.minicircuits.com P.O. Box 350166, Brooklyn, NY 11235-0003 (718) 934-4500 sales@minicircuits.com
PAGE 4 OF 5
ULTRA LOW NOISE, HIGH IP3
Monolithic Amplifier
PMA2-162LN+
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 Plastic package, exposed paddle, lead finish: matte tin
Tape & Reel
F108
Standard quantities available on reel
7” reels with 20, 50, 100, 200, 500,1K, 2K or 3K devices
Suggested Layout for PCB Design
PL-344
Evaluation Board
TB-615+
Environmental Ratings
ENV08T1
ESD RATING
Human Body Model (HBM): Class 1B (500 to
