RF6100-4
3V 1900MHZ LINEAR POWER AMPLIFIER MODULE
RoHS Compliant & Pb-Free Product Package Style: Module (4mmx4mm)
Features
Input/Output Internally Matched@50 Ω 28.5dBm Linear Output Power 39% Peak Linear Efficiency 28dB Linear Gain -48dBc ACPR @ 1.25MHz
VCC1 1 RF IN 2 GND 3 VMOD 4 E VREG 5 Bias 10 VCC2 9 GND 8 RF OUT 7 GND 6 GND
Applications
3 V CDMA US-PCS Handset 3 V CDMA2000/1XRTT USPCS Handset 3 V CDMA2000/1X-EV-DO USPCS Handset Spread-Spectrum System
Functional Block Diagram
Product Description
The RF6100-4 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 IS-95/CDMA 2000 1X handheld digital cellular equipment, spread-spectrum systems, and other applications in the 1850MHz to 1910MHz band. The RF6100-4 has a digital control line for low power applications to lower quiescent current. The device is self-contained with 50 Ω input and output that is matched to obtain optimum power, efficiency and linearity. The module is a 4mmx4mm land grid array with backside ground. The RF6100-4 is footprint compatible with industry standard 4mmx4mm CDMA modules, and requires only one decoupling capacitor.
Ordering Information
RF6100-4 3V 1900MHz Linear Power Amplifier Module RF6100-4PCBA-41X 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
Rating
+8.0 +5.2 +3.9 +10 +3.5 -30 to +110 -40 to +150
Unit
V V V dBm V °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
High Gain Mode (VMODE Low)
Operating Frequency Range Linear Gain Second Harmonics Third Harmonics Maximum Linear Output Linear Efficiency Maximum ICC ACPR @ 1.25MHz ACPR @ 2.25MHz Input VSWR Output VSWR Stability Noise Power
Min.
Specification Typ.
Max.
Unit
Condition
T=25oC Ambient, VCC =3.4V, VREG =2.8V, VMODE =0V, and POUT =28.5dBm for all parameters (unless otherwise specified).
1850 26 28 -35 -40 28.5 35 39 535 -48 -62 2:1
1910 31 -30
MHz dB dBc dBc dBm %
600 -46 -56 6:1 10:1
mA dBc dBc No oscillation>-70dBc No damage dBm/Hz At 80MHz offset. T=25oC Ambient, VCC =3.4V, VREG =2.8V, VMODE =2.8V, and POUT =28.5dBm for all parameters (unless otherwise specified).
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Low Gain Mode (VMODE High)
Operating Frequency Range Linear Gain Second Harmonics Third Harmonics Maximum Linear Output Linear Efficiency ACPR @1.25MHz ACPR @2.25MHz Maximum ICC Linear Gain Input VSWR Output VSWR Stability 28.5 35 39 -48 -60 140 26 2:1 6:1 10:1 -46 -56 165 1850 25 27 -35 -40 1910 31 -30 MHz dB dBc dBc dBm % dBc dBc mA dB
POUT =16dBm POUT =16dBm No oscillation>-70dBc No damage
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Parameter
Power Supply
Supply Voltage High Gain Idle Current Low Gain Idle Current 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 3.2 60 50 3.4 75 65 1.1 250 1.2 2 0.2 4.2 90 80 2 500 6 40 5 0.5 2.95 3.0 0.5 3.0 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 VMODE =high and VREG =2.8V VCC =3.4V, VREG =2.8V
Min.
Specification Typ.
Max.
Unit
Condition
T=25°C Ambient
Rev A1 DS050929
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Pin 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Pkg Base Function VCC1 RF IN GND VMODE VREG GND GND RF OUT GND VCC2 GND Description
First stage collector supply. A low frequency decoupling capacitor (e.g., 4.7 μF) may be required. RF input internally matched to 50 Ω. This input is internally AC-coupled. Ground connection. Connect to package base ground. For best performance, keep traces physically short and connect immediately to ground plane. For nominal operation (High Power Mode), VMODE is set LOW. When set HIGH, devices are biased lower to improve efficiency. Regulated voltage supply for amplifier bias. In Power Down mode, both VREG and VMODE need to be LOW (