Device Overview

General Description

The ADM-8624PC is a high-linearity, low noise amplifier capable of providing 10.5 dB gain and +26 dBm OIP3 across a broad 0.2-20 GHz bandwidth. The amplifier’s low power consumption, high dynamic range and ease of use make it an ideal choice for RF front end and signal chain applications.

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Features

§ 10.5 dB flat gain response

§ +26 dBm output IP3

§ 3.0 dB noise figure

§ Excellent return losses

§ No negative bias or bias tee required

Applications

  • Mobile test and measurement equipment
  • Radar
  • SATCOM
  • 5G transceivers

Functional Block Diagram

Block Diagram

Part Ordering Options

Part NumberDescriptionPackageConnectorsGreen StatusProduct LifecycleExport Classification
ADM-8624PC0.2 - 20 GHz High Dynamic Range Gain BlockPCStandard

REACH

RoHS

ReleasedEAR99

Table Of Contents

Revision History

Revision CodeRevision DateComment
-2023-08-01Initial Release

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Port Configuration and Functions

Port Diagram

A port diagram of the ADM-8624PC is shown below.

Diagram of the port configuration for ADM-8624PC

Port Functions

PortFunctionConnector TypeDescriptionDC Equivalent
Circuit
GNDGround -The housing or outside of the coaxial cables must be connected to a DC/RF ground potential with high thermal and electrical conductivity.Equivalent circuit for the Ground
RF InRF Input -The amplifier’s RF Input port is matched to 50 Ω and has built-in DC blocking capacitors.Equivalent circuit for the RF Input
RF OutRF Output -The amplifier’s RF Output port is matched to 50 Ω and has built-in DC blocking capacitors. Equivalent circuit for the RF Output
VdPositive DC Supply Vd -The VD pin supplies DC voltage to the drain of the amplifier IC.Equivalent circuit for the Positive DC Supply Vd
VgGate Bias Pin -VG provides bias for an internal current mirror that sets the current draw for the amplifier. Current is limited by an internal series resistor. Increasing voltage on this pin will increase gain at the expense of efficiency.Equivalent circuit for the Gate Bias Pin

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Specifications

Absolute Maximum Ratings

The Absolute Maximum Ratings indicate limits beyond which damage may occur to the device. If these limits are exceeded, the device may become inoperable or have a reduced lifetime. Reliability limits are individual, instantaneous catastrophic limits only. Functional operation limits are indicated below. Operation of the device at multiple absolute maximum limits or for extended periods at a single limit can cause degradation and damage to the device.

ParameterMaximum RatingUnit
Drain Current (RF Applied) 60mA
Drain Supply Voltage (Vd) 8V
Maximum Operating Temperature for MTTF > 1E6 hours 85°C
Maximum Storage Temperature 125°C
Minimum Operating Temperature for MTTF > 1E6 hours -40°C
Minimum Storage Temperature -55°C
Reference Bias Current (Ig) 15mA
Reference Bias Voltage (Vg) 6.5V
RF Input Power 20dBm

Package Information

ParameterDetailsRating
Dimensions-21.85 x 13.21 mm

The Recommended Operating Conditions indicate the limits, inside which the device should be operated, to guarantee the performance given in Electrical Specifications. Operating outside these limits may not necessarily cause damage to the device, but the performance may degrade outside the limits of the Electrical Specifications. For limits, above which damage may occur, see Absolute Maximum Ratings.

ParameterMinNominalMaxUnit
Ambient Temperature -402585°C
Power Supply DC Voltage (Vd) 456V
Power Supply DC Voltage (Vg) 1-5-V
Power Supply DC Current (Idq) (No RF Input) 2-40-mA
Input Power for Saturation -9--

[1] Voltage Vg controls current Id and should be set for nominal operation at Idq=40mA.

[2] Recommended operating current conditions without RF input applied.

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Electrical Specifications

Unless otherwise specified, electrical specifications apply at TA=+25°C and Vd,Vg = 5V.

ParameterTest ConditionsMinimum
Frequency
(GHz)
Maximum
Frequency
(GHz)
MinTypMaxUnit
Current Consumption Vd,Vg = 5 V, no RF input
0.2 20-40-mA
Input IP2 Vd,Vg = 5 V, Idq = 40mA, Pin = -18 dBm per tone, 1 MHz tone spacing
0.2 20-21-dBm
Input IP3 Vd,Vg = 5 V, Idq = 40mA, Pin = -18 dBm per tone, 1 MHz tone spacing
0.2 20-15.5-dBm
Input Power for Saturation Vd,Vg = 5V, Idq = 40mA
0.2 20-9-dBm
Input Return Loss Vd,Vg = 5 V, Idq = 40mA, Pin = -20 dBm
0.2 20-18-dB
Noise Figure Vd,Vg = 5 V, Idq = 40mA, Pin = -20 dBm
10 20-3.3-dB
Noise Figure Vd,Vg = 5 V, Idq = 40mA, Pin = -20 dBm
0.2 10-3-dB
Output IP2 Vd,Vg = 5 V, Idq = 40mA, Pin = -18 dBm per tone, 1 MHz tone spacing
0.2 20-32-dBm
Output IP3 Vd,Vg = 5 V, Idq = 40mA, Pin = -18 dBm per tone, 1 MHz tone spacing
0.2 20-26-dBm
Output P1dB Vd,Vg = 5V, Idq = 40mA
0.2 20-13.5-dBm
Output Return Loss Vd,Vg = 5 V, Idq = 40mA, Pin = -20 dBm
0.2 20-13-dB
Reverse Isolation Vd,Vg = 5 V, Idq = 40mA, Pin = -20 dBm
0.2 20-19-dB
Saturated Output Power Vd,Vg = 5V, Idq = 40mA
0.2 20-14.5-dBm
Small Signal Gain Vd,Vg = 5 V, Idq = 40mA, Pin = -20 dBm
0.2 20-10.5-dB

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Typical Performance Plots

Small Signal Gain (dB) vs. Frequency Over Bias, Idq=40mA graph for ADM-8624PC
Input Return Loss (dB) vs. Frequency Over Bias, Idq=40mA graph for ADM-8624PC
Output Return Loss (dB) vs Frequency Over Bias, Idq=40mA graph for ADM-8624PC
Reverse Isolation (dB) vs. Frequency Over Bias, Idq=40mA graph for ADM-8624PC
Noise Figure (dB) vs. Frequency Over Bias, Idq=40mA graph for ADM-8624PC
Output P1dB (dBm) vs. Frequency Over Bias, Idq=40mA graph for ADM-8624PC
Output Compression (dBm) vs. Frequency, Vd=5V Idq=40mA graph for ADM-8624PC
Input IP2 (dBm) vs. Frequency Over Bias, Idq=40mA graph for ADM-8624PC

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Output IP2 (dBm) vs. Frequency Over Bias, Idq=40mA graph for ADM-8624PC
Input IP3 (dBm) vs. Frequency Over Bias, Idq=40mA graph for ADM-8624PC
Output IP3 (dBm) vs. Frequency Over Bias, Idq=40mA graph for ADM-8624PC
Gain (dB) vs. Input Power, Over Bias, F=1GHz graph for ADM-8624PC
Gain (dB) vs. Input Power, over Bias, F=5GHz graph for ADM-8624PC
Gain (dB) vs. Input Power, Over Bias, F=10GHz graph for ADM-8624PC
Output Power (dBm) vs. Input Power, Over Bias, F=1GHz graph for ADM-8624PC
Output Power (dBm) vs. Input Power, over Bias, F = 5 GHz graph for ADM-8624PC

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Output Power (dBm) vs. Input Power, Over Bias, F=10GHz graph for ADM-8624PC
PAE (%) vs. Input Power, Over Bias, F= 1 GHz graph for ADM-8624PC
PAE (%) vs. Input Power, Over Bias, F= 5 GHz graph for ADM-8624PC
PAE (%) vs. Input Power, Over Bias, F= 10 GHz graph for ADM-8624PC
Small Signal Gain (dB) vs. Freq and Temp, Vd=5V, Idq=40mA graph for ADM-8624PC
Output P1dB (dBm) vs. Freq and Temp, Vd= 5V Idq= 40mA graph for ADM-8624PC
Noise Figure (dB) vs. Freq and Temp, Vd= 5V Idq= 40mA graph for ADM-8624PC

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Mechanical Data

Outline Drawing

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Outline Drawing

1) All dimensions are typical.

2) Ground lug and bias pins are solderable.

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