RF51883V 1950 MHz WCDMA Linear Power Amplifier Module
RF5188
3V 1950MHZ W-CDMA LINEAR POWER AMPLIFIER MODULE
RoHS Compliant & Pb-Free Product Package Style: QFN, 16-Pin, 3 x 3
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VCCBIAS
Input/Output Internally Matched@50 Ω 27.5dBm Linear Output Power 42% Peak Linear Efficiency 28dB Linear Gain -42dBc ACLR @ ±5MHz HSDPA Capable
RF IN 1 GND 2 VMODE 3
16
15
14
13
NC
IM
Features
VCC1/IM
12 VCC2 11 VCC2 10 VCC2 Bias 9 RF OUT
VREG 4
Applications
3 V W-CDMA Band 1 Handsets Multi-Mode W-CDMA 3G Handsets 3 V TD-SCDMA Handsets Spread-Spectrum Systems
5 NC
6 NC
7 NC
8 NC
Functional Block Diagram
Product Description
The RF5188 is a high-power, high-efficiency linear amplifier module specifically designed for 3V handheld systems. The device is manufactured on an advanced third generation GaAs HBT process, and was designed for use as the final RF amplifier in 3V W-CDMA handheld digital cellular equipment, spread-spectrum systems, and other applications in the 1920MHz to 1980MHz band (Band 1). The RF5188 has a digital control line for low power applications to lower quiescent current. The RF5188 is assembled in at 16-pin, 3mmx3mm, QFN package.
Ordering Information
RF5188 RF5188PCBA-41X 3V 1950MHz W-CDMA Linear Power Amplifier Module Fully Assembled Evaluation Board
Optimum Technology Matching® Applied
GaAs HBT GaAs MESFET InGaP HBT SiGe BiCMOS Si BiCMOS SiGe HBT GaAs pHEMT Si CMOS Si BJT GaN HEMT
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Absolute Maximum Ratings Parameter
Supply Voltage (RF off) Supply Voltage (POUT ≤ 31dBm) Control Voltage (VREG) Input RF Power Mode Voltage (VMODE) Operating Temperature Storage Temperature Moisture Sensitivity Level (IPC/JEDEC J-STD-20)
Rating
+8.0 +5.2 +3.9 +10 +3.9 -30 to +110 -40 to +150 MSL 2 @ 260
Unit
V V V dBm V °C °C °C
Caution! ESD sensitive device.
Exceeding any one or a combination of the Absolute Maximum Rating conditions may cause permanent damage to the device. Extended application of Absolute Maximum Rating conditions to the device may reduce device reliability. Specified typical performance or functional operation of the device under Absolute Maximum Rating conditions is not implied. RoHS status based on EUDirective2002/95/EC (at time of this document revision). The information in this publication is believed to be accurate and reliable. However, no responsibility is assumed by RF Micro Devices, Inc. ("RFMD") for its use, nor for any infringement of patents, or other rights of third parties, resulting from its use. No license is granted by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights of RFMD. RFMD reserves the right to change component circuitry, recommended application circuitry and specifications at any time without prior notice.
Parameter
Min.
Specification Typ.
Max.
Unit
Condition
T=25oC Ambient, VCCBIAS =3.4V, VCC =3.4V, VREG =2.8V, VMODE =0V, and POUT =27.5dBm for all parameters (unless otherwise specified). Modulation is 3GPP 3.2 0300 DPCCH+1DPDCH.
High Gain Mode (VMODE Low)
Operating Frequency Range Linear Gain Harmonics Maximum Linear Output Linear Efficiency Maximum ICC ACLR1 @ ±5MHz ACLR2 @ ±10MHz Input VSWR Output VSWR Stability Ruggedness Noise Power
1920 26 27.5 38 352 42 394 -42 -53 1.7:1 28.5
1980 32 -10 47 435 -37 -48 6:1 10:1 -150 -133 -140 -143 -147 -107
MHz dB dBm dBm % mA dBc dBc No oscillation>-70dBc No damage dBm/Hz dBm/Hz dBm/Hz dBm/Hz dBm/Hz dBm/Hz -50< POUT < +27.5dBm, RX=925MHz to 960MHz (EGSM) -50< POUT < +27.5dBm, RX=1805MHz to 1880MHz (DCS) -50< POUT < +27.5dBm, RX=2110MHz to 2170MHz (W-CDMA), TX/RX Offset=130MHz -50< POUT < +27.5dBm, RX=2110MHz to 2170MHz (W-CDMA), TX/RX Offset=190MHz -50< POUT < +27.5dBm, RX=2400MHz to 2480MHz (Bluetooth) -50< POUT < +27.5dBm, TX=1932.3MHz to 1980MHz, RX=1893.5MHz to 1919.6MHz (PHS) IF offset fO +5MHz with CW signal=-40dBc IF offset fO +10MHz with CW signal=-40dBc f=2fo, 3fo
IM Products IM 5MHz IM 10MHz -31 -41 dBc dBc
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Parameter Min. Specification Typ. Max. Unit Condition
T=25oC Ambient, VCCBIAS =3.4V, VCC =1.5V, VREG =2.8V, VMODE =2.8V, and POUT =16dBm for all parameters (unless otherwise specified). Modulation is 3GPP 3.2 03-00 DPCCH+1DPDCH. 1920 22 16 18.3 21.0 -41 -54 105 125 2:1 6:1 10:1 IM Products IM 5MHz IM 10MHz -31 -41 3.2 0.6 VCC Bias High Gain Idle Current (ICC1 /ICC2 /ICCBIAS) Low Gain Idle Current (ICC1 /ICC2 /ICCBIAS) VREG Current VMODE Current RF Turn On/Off Time DC Turn On/Off Time Total Current (Power Down) VREG Low Voltage (Power Down) VREG High Voltage (Recommended) VREG High Voltage (Operational) VMODE Voltage VMODE Voltage 0 2.75 2.7 0 2.0 2.8 1.5 70 60 1 250 1.2 2 0.2 6 25 0.5 0.5 2.95 3.0 0.5 3.0 4.2 93 83 3 3.4 4.2 dBc dBc V V V mA mA mA uA uS uS uA V V V V V High Gain Mode Low Gain Mode VMODE =low and VREG =2.8V, VCC =3.4V VMODE =high and VREG =2.8V, VCC =1.5V Low power with DC to DC Converter IF offset fO +5MHz with CW signal=-40dBc IF offset fO +10MHz with CW signal=-40dBc No oscillation>-65dBc No damage 25.3 -37 -48 145 26 1980 31 MHz dB dBm % dBc dBc mA
Low Gain Mode (VMODE High)
Operating Frequency Range Linear Gain Maximum Linear Output Linear Efficiency ACLR @ ±5MHz ACLR @ ±10MHz Maximum ICC Input VSWR Output VSWR Stability Ruggedness
Power Supply
Supply Voltage (VCC1 and VCC2)
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Pin 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 Pkg Base Function RF IN GND VMODE VREG NC NC NC NC RF OUT VCC2 VCC2 VCC2 NC IM VCC1/IM VCCBIAS GND Description
RF input internally matched to 50 Ω. This input is internally AC-coupled. Ground connection. For nominal operation (High Power mode), VMODE is set LOW. When set HIGH, devices are biased lower to improve efficiency at lower output levels. Regulated voltage supply for amplifier bias circuit. In power down mode, both VREG and VMODE need to be LOW (