HMC-APH403
v03.0209
GaAs HEMT MMIC MEDIUM POWER
AMPLIFIER, 37 - 45 GHz
Features
Output IP3: +32 dBm
P1dB: +23 dBm
Gain: 21 dB
Supply Voltage: +5V
50 Ohm Matched Input/Output
Typical Applications
This HMC-APH403 is ideal for:
• Point-to-Point Radios
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• Point-to-Multi-Point Radios
• Military & Space
Die Size: 2.76 x 1.03 x 0.1 mm
Functional Diagram
General Description
The HMC-APH403 is a three stage GaAs HEMT MMIC
Medium Power Amplifier which operates between
37 and 45 GHz. The HMC-APH403 provides 21 dB
of gain, and an output power of +23 dBm at 1 dB
compression from a +5V supply voltage. All bond
pads and the die backside are Ti/Au metallized and
the amplifier device is fully passivated for reliable
operation. The HMC-APH403 GaAs HEMT MMIC
Medium Power Amplifier is compatible with conven-
tional die attach methods, as well as thermocomp-
ression and thermosonic wire bonding, making it
ideal for MCM and hybrid microcircuit applications.
All data Shown herein is measured with the chip in a
50 Ohm environment and contacted with RF probes.
Electrical Specifi cations
[1]
,
T
A
= +25° C
Vdd1=Vdd2=Vdd3= 5V, Idd1+ Idd2 + Idd3= 475 mA
[2]
]
Parameter
Frequency Range
Gain
Input Return Loss
Output Return Loss
Output Power for 1 dB Compression (P1dB)
Output Third Order Intercept (IP3)
Supply Current (Idd1 + Idd2 + Idd3)
[1] Unless otherwise indicated, all measurements are from probed die
[2] Adjust Vgg1=Vgg2=Vgg3 between -1V to +0.3V (typ -0.5V) to achieve Idd
total
= 475 mA
22
19
Min
Typ
37 - 45
21
6
7
23
32
475
Max
Units
GHz
dB
dB
dB
dBm
dBm
mA
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responsibility is assumed by Analog Devices for its use, nor for any infringements of patents or other
rights of third parties that may result from its use. Specifications subject to change without notice. No
license is granted by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights of Analog Devices.
Trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
For price, delivery, and to place orders: Analog Devices, Inc.,
For price, delivery, and to place orders, please contact Hittite
Way, P.O. Box 9106, Norwood, MA 02062-9106
Microwave Corporation:
One Technology
20 Alpha Road, Chelmsford, MA 01824 Phone:
Phone: 781-329-4700
Fax: 978-250-3373
978-250-3343
• Order online at www.analog.com
Application Support: Phone: 1-800-ANALOG-D
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HMC-APH403
v03.0209
GaAs HEMT MMIC MEDIUM POWER
AMPLIFIER, 37 - 45 GHz
Pulsed Gain vs. Frequency
30
25
Fixtured P1dB vs. Frequency
28
26
POUT (dBm)
GAIN (dB)
20
15
10
5
0
35
37
39
41
43
45
47
FREQUENCY (GHz)
24
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22
20
18
37
39
41
FREQUENCY (GHz)
43
45
Input Return Loss vs. Frequency
0
-5
RETURN LOSS (dB)
-10
-15
-20
-25
-30
-35
35
37
39
41
43
45
47
FREQUENCY (GHz)
Output Return Loss vs. Frequency
0
-5
RETURN LOSS (dB)
-10
-15
-20
-25
-30
35
37
39
41
43
45
47
FREQUENCY (GHz)
Information furnished by Analog Devices is believed to be accurate and reliable. However, no
responsibility is assumed by Analog Devices for its use, nor for any infringements of patents or other
rights of third parties that may result from its use. Specifications subject to change without notice. No
license is granted by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights of Analog Devices.
Trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
For price, delivery, and to place orders: Analog Devices, Inc.,
For price, delivery, and to place orders, please contact Hittite
Way, P.O. Box 9106, Norwood, MA 02062-9106
Microwave Corporation:
One Technology
20 Alpha Road, Chelmsford, MA 01824 Phone:
Phone: 781-329-4700 • Order online at www.analog.com
978-250-3343 Fax: 978-250-3373
Application Support: Phone: 1-800-ANALOG-D
Order On-line at www.hittite.com
HMC-APH403
v03.0209
GaAs HEMT MMIC MEDIUM POWER
AMPLIFIER, 37 - 45 GHz
Absolute Maximum Ratings
Drain Bias Voltage
Gate Bias Voltage
+5.5 Vdc
-1 to +0.3 Vdc
10 dBm
49.7 °C/W
-65 °C to + 125 °C
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RF Input Power
Thermal Resistance (Channel to die
bottom)
Storage Temperature
ELECTROSTATIC SENSITIVE DEVICE
OBSERVE HANDLING PRECAUTIONS
Outline Drawing
Die Packaging Information
[1]
Standard
GP-2 (Gel Pack)
Alternate
[2]
NOTES:
1. ALL DIMENSIONS ARE IN INCHES [MM].
2. TYPICAL BOND PAD IS .004” SQUARE.
3. BACKSIDE METALLIZATION: GOLD.
4. BACKSIDE METAL IS GROUND.
5. BOND PAD METALLIZATION: GOLD.
6. CONNECTION NOT REQUIRED FOR UNLABELED BOND PADS.
7. OVERALL DIE SIZE ±.002”
[1] Refer to the “Packaging Information” section for die
packaging dimensions.
[2] For alternate packaging information contact Hittite
Microwave Corporation.
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Information furnished by Analog Devices is believed to be accurate and reliable. However, no
responsibility is assumed by Analog Devices for its use, nor for any infringements of patents or other
rights of third parties that may result from its use. Specifications subject to change without notice. No
license is granted by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights of Analog Devices.
Trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
For price, delivery, and to place orders: Analog Devices, Inc.,
For price, delivery, and to place orders, please contact Hittite
Way, P.O. Box 9106, Norwood, MA 02062-9106
Microwave Corporation:
One Technology
20 Alpha Road, Chelmsford, MA 01824 Phone:
Phone: 781-329-4700
Fax: 978-250-3373
978-250-3343
• Order online at www.analog.com
Application Support: Phone: 1-800-ANALOG-D
Order On-line at www.hittite.com
HMC-APH403
v03.0209
GaAs HEMT MMIC MEDIUM POWER
AMPLIFIER, 37 - 45 GHz
Pad Descriptions
Pad Number
1
4
Function
RFIN
RFOUT
Description
This pad is AC coupled
and matched to 50 Ohms.
This pad is AC coupled
and matched to 50 Ohms.
Interface Schematic
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3,5,7
Vdd1, Vdd2, Vdd3
Power Supply Voltage for the amplifier. See assembly for
required external components.
2,6,8
Vgg1, Vgg2, Vgg3
Gate control for amplifier. Please follow “MMIC Amplifier Bias-
ing Procedure” application note. See assembly for required
external components.
Die Bottom
GND
Die bottom must be connected to RF/DC ground.
Information furnished by Analog Devices is believed to be accurate and reliable. However, no
responsibility is assumed by Analog Devices for its use, nor for any infringements of patents or other
rights of third parties that may result from its use. Specifications subject to change without notice. No
license is granted by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights of Analog Devices.
Trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
For price, delivery, and to place orders: Analog Devices, Inc.,
For price, delivery, and to place orders, please contact Hittite
Way, P.O. Box 9106, Norwood, MA 02062-9106
Microwave Corporation:
One Technology
20 Alpha Road, Chelmsford, MA 01824 Phone:
Phone: 781-329-4700 • Order online at www.analog.com
978-250-3343 Fax: 978-250-3373
Application Support: Phone: 1-800-ANALOG-D
Order On-line at www.hittite.com
HMC-APH403
v03.0209
GaAs HEMT MMIC MEDIUM POWER
AMPLIFIER, 37 - 45 GHz
Assembly Diagram
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Note 1: Bypass caps should be 100 pF ceramic (single-layer) placed no further than 30 mils from the amplifier
Note 2: Best performance obtained from use of <10 mil (long) by 3 by 0.5 mil ribbons on input and output.
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Information furnished by Analog Devices is believed to be accurate and reliable. However, no
responsibility is assumed by Analog Devices for its use, nor for any infringements of patents or other
rights of third parties that may result from its use. Specifications subject to change without notice. No
license is granted by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights of Analog Devices.
Trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
For price, delivery, and to place orders: Analog Devices, Inc.,
For price, delivery, and to place orders, please contact Hittite
Way, P.O. Box 9106, Norwood, MA 02062-9106
Microwave Corporation:
One Technology
20 Alpha Road, Chelmsford, MA 01824 Phone:
Phone: 781-329-4700
Fax: 978-250-3373
978-250-3343
• Order online at www.analog.com
Application Support: Phone: 1-800-ANALOG-D
Order On-line at www.hittite.com
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