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1

Low Noise Amplifier

1.5 - 1.6 GHz

Rev. V1

MAALSS0044

ADVANCED: Data Sheets contain information regarding a product M/A-COM Technology Solutions

is considering for development. Performance is based on target specifications, simulated results,

and/or prototype measurements. Commitment to develop is not guaranteed.

PRELIMINARY: Data Sheets contain information regarding a product M/A-COM Technology

Solutions has under development. Performance is based on engineering tests. Specifications are

typical. Mechanical outline has been fixed. Engineering samples and/or test data may be available.

Commitment to produce in volume is not guaranteed.

Features

• Low Noise Figure: 1.55 dB

• High Gain: 21 dB

• Low Power Consumption: 3 to 5 V, 8 mA

• High Dynamic Range

• DC Decoupled RF Input and Output

• No External RF Tuning Elements Necessary

• Lead-Free SOIC-8 Package

• 100% Matte Tin Plating over Copper

• Halogen-Free “Green” Mold Compound

• 260°C Reflow Compatible

• RoHS* Compliant Version of MAAM12021

Description

M/A-COM’s MAALSS0044 is a high performance

GaAs MMIC low noise amplifier in a lead-free

SOIC-8 surface mount package. The MAALSS0044

employs a fully monolithic design which eliminates

the need for external tuning networks. It can be

biased using 3- or 5-volt supplies and has an option

for biasing at higher currents for increased dynamic

range.

The MAALSS0044 is ideally suited for use where

low noise figure, high gain, high dynamic range and

low power consumption are required.

Typical

applications include receiver front ends in the Global

Positioning System (GPS) and Japanese Personal

Digital Cellular (PDC-1500) markets, as well as

standard gain blocks, buffer amps, driver amps and

IF amps in both fixed and portable systems.

M/A-COM’s MAALSS0044 is fabricated using a

mature 0.5-micron gate length GaAs process. The

process features full passivation for increased

performance reliability.

Part Number

Package

MAALSS0044

Bulk Packaging

MAALSS0044TR-3000

3000 piece reel

MAALSS0044SMB

Sample Test Board

Pin Configuration

Pin No.

Function

Pin No.

Function

1

Ground

5

Ground

2

R1 (Optional)

See Note 10

6

RF Output

3

RF Input

7

4

Ground

8

Ground

Functional Block Diagram

Parameter

Absolute Maximum

+10 VDC

Input Power

+17 dBm

30 mA

+150°C

Operating Temperature

-40°C to +85°C

Storage Temperature

-65°C to +150°C

3. Exceeding any one or combination of these limits may cause

permanent damage to this device.

4. M/A-COM does not recommend sustained operation near

these survivability limits.

5. Only if pin 2 is used to increase current (see note 10.

6. Typical thermal resistance (θjc) = +165°C/W.

* Restrictions on Hazardous Substances, European Union Directive 2002/95/EC.

8

7

6

5

1

2

3

4

RF OUT

GND

GND

RF IN

GND

GND

R1

(optional)

1. Reference Application Note M513 for reel size information.

2. All sample boards include 5 loose parts.