Device Overview

General Description

The ADM1-0026PA is a complete LO driver solution for use with all Marki mixers up to 26.5 GHz. This single-stage packaged GaAs MMIC distributed amplifier integrates all required biasing circuitry. It offers 12 dB typical gain and 21 dBm saturated output power, which is suitable for driving all L, M, I, and H mixers. In saturation it produces a square wave that is optimal for driving a T3 with the highest linearity. The amplifier is operated with a +3V to +7 V positive bias and an optional current reducing negative voltage. While optimized as a mixer LO driver, it is suitable for many applications in test and measurement and laboratory applications.

Photo of ADM1-0026PA

Features

  • Broadband 50 Matching
  • Unconditionally Stable
  • Optimized for use as a T3 LO buffer amplifier
  • Suitable for driving L, M, I, and H diode mixers
  • Optional Positive Only Bias Operation
  • Integrated Blocking Capacitors and Inductors
  • 3rd and 5th Harmonic Generation

Applications

  • Test and Measurement Equipment
  • Laboratory Applications

Functional Block Diagram

Block Diagram

Part Ordering Options

Part NumberDescriptionPackageConnectorsGreen StatusProduct LifecycleExport Classification
ADM1-0026PABroadband Distributed AmplifierPAStandard

REACH

RoHS

ReleasedEAR99

Table Of Contents

Revision History

Revision CodeRevision DateComment
-2020-01-07Initial Date Release

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Port Configuration and Functions

Port Diagram

Diagram of the port configuration for ADM1-0026PA

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 SMAFThe 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 SMAMThe amplifier’s RF Output port is matched to 50 Ω and has built-in DC blocking capacitors. Equivalent circuit for the RF Output
VdDrain Supply Pin -Bias supply on Vd should be voltage limited below 9 V and current limited below 250 mA at all times. The operational bias voltage should be between 3 V and 7 V for full gain, efficiency, and linearity. In general linearity and output power will increase marginally with increased voltage from 3 to 7 V. Equivalent circuit for the Drain Supply Pin
VgNegative bias -Bias on this pin is recommended. Application of a negative bias can reduce the current draw from the positive supply, slightly improve small signal gain at higher frequencies, significantly improve even order harmonic suppression, and improve nonlinear performance of a T3 mixer. Due to the reduced current, it may also extend the lifetime of the amplifier. The amplifier is designed to perform optimally when the negative bias voltage is adjusted so that the amplifier draws 150 mA on the positive supply. Equivalent circuit for the Negative bias

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Specifications

Absolute Maximum Ratings

ParameterMaximum RatingUnit
Maximum Operating Temperature 85°C
Maximum Storage Temperature 150°C
Minimum Operating Temperature -55°C
Minimum Storage Temperature -65°C
Negative Bias Current 0.5mA
Negative Bias Voltage -2V
Positive Bias Current 280mA
Positive Bias Voltage 9V
Power Dissipation 2.25W
RF Input Power 15dBm

Package Information

ParameterDetailsRating
ESD< 250 VoltsHBM Class 0
Dimensions-28.45 x 14.99 mm

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Electrical Specifications

Specifications guaranteed from -55 to +85°C, measured in a 50-Ohm system.

ParameterTest ConditionsMinimum
Frequency
(GHz)
Maximum
Frequency
(GHz)
MinTypMaxUnit
Output P1dB Vd: +3.0 to +7.0 / Vg: 0V
0.005 26-19-dBm
Current Consumption Vd: +3.0 to +7.0 / Vg: -0.2 to -0.3 Volts
0.005 26.5-165250mA
Current Consumption Vd: +3.0 to +7.0 / Vg: 0 Volts
0.005 26.5-250280mA
Input Power for Saturation -0.005 26.551015dBm
Input Return Loss -0.005 26.5-13-dB
Noise Figure -0.005 26.5-4-dB
Output IP3 -0.005 26.5-25-dBm
Output Return Loss -0.005 26.5-17-dB
Saturated Output Power With Negative Bias
0.005 26.5-20-dBm
Small Signal Gain -0.005 26.5-12-dB
- -0.005 26.5-17-dBm

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Typical Performance Plots – Positive Bias Only

Saturated Output Power (dBm) graph for ADM1-0026PA
Small Signal Return Loss (dB) graph for ADM1-0026PA
Small Signal Gain (dB) graph for ADM1-0026PA
Reverse Isolation (dB) graph for ADM1-0026PA
Even Harmonic Generation(dBm)+10 dBm Power graph for ADM1-0026PA
Odd Harmonic Generation(dBm)+10 dBm Input Power graph for ADM1-0026PA
Output P1dB (dBm) graph for ADM1-0026PA
Input IP3 (dBm) graph for ADM1-0026PA

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Input P1dB (dBm) graph for ADM1-0026PA
Output IP3 (dBm) graph for ADM1-0026PA

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Typical Performance Plots – Positive and Negative Bias

Saturated Output Power (dBm) graph for ADM1-0026PA
Small Signal Return Loss (dB) graph for ADM1-0026PA
Small Signal Gain (dB) graph for ADM1-0026PA
Reverse Isolation (dB) graph for ADM1-0026PA
Even Harmonic Generation(dBm)+10 dBm Power graph for ADM1-0026PA
Odd Harmonic Generation(dBm)+10 dBm Input Power graph for ADM1-0026PA
Input IP3 (dBm) graph for ADM1-0026PA
Output IP3 (dBm) graph for ADM1-0026PA

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Input P1dB (dBm) graph for ADM1-0026PA
Output P1dB (dBm) graph for ADM1-0026PA

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Typical Performance Plots – All Bias

Noise Figure (dB) graph for ADM1-0026PA
Current Consumption(mA) graph for ADM1-0026PA
Band 1 Group Delay (ps) graph for ADM1-0026PA
Low End Response (dB) graph for ADM1-0026PA

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Mechanical Data

Outline Drawing

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Outline Drawing

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