Port Diagram
A port diagram of the ADM3-00001PD is shown below.
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Device Overview
General Description
The ADM3-00001PD is a high-gain, broadband 3-stage amplifier capable of providing +21 dBm output power up to 18 GHz. This amplifier features a flat group delay, fast rise time response, and low noise figure. This product is an unprotected amplifier module intended for lab use.
Features
- +23 dBm output power
- +37 dB gain
- Flat group delay response
Applications
- Test and Measurement Equipment
- LO Driver Amplifier
Functional Block Diagram
Part Ordering Options
| Part Number | Description | Package | Connectors | Green Status | Product Lifecycle | Export Classification |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ADM3-00001PD | 300 kHz – 18 GHz Broadband High-Gain Amplifier | PD | Standard | REACH RoHS | Released | EAR99 |
| Part Number | Description | Package | Connectors | Green Status | Product Lifecycle | Export Classification |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ADM3-00001PD | 300 kHz – 18 GHz Broadband High-Gain Amplifier | PD | Standard | REACH RoHS | Released | EAR99 |
ADM3-00001PD
300 kHz – 18 GHz Broadband High-Gain Amplifier
Table Of Contents
- Device Overview
- Port Configuration and Functions
- Revision History
- Specifications
- Mechanical Data
- Notes
Revision History
| Revision Code | Revision Date | Comment |
|---|---|---|
| - | 2022-12-01 | Datasheet Initial Release |
ADM3-00001PD
300 kHz – 18 GHz Broadband High-Gain Amplifier
Port Configuration and Functions
ADM3-00001PD
300 kHz – 18 GHz Broadband High-Gain Amplifier
Port Functions
| Port | Function | Connector Type | Description | DC Equivalent Circuit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GND | Ground | - | A single or both GND lugs must be connected to a DC/RF ground potential with high thermal and electrical conductivity. Ensure that the ground voltage is a common reference potential to all DC power supplies. |  |
| P1, P2 | Vd1, Vd2 | - | P1 and P2 are the positive DC voltage supply pins for the drains on the 1st and 2nd stage amplifiers, recommended +5V. Vg1/Vg2 must be applied to P4/P5 prior to application of Vd1/Vd2 on P1/P2! |  |
| P3 | Vd3 | - | P3 is the positive DC voltage supply pin for the drain on the 3rd stage amplifier, recommended +7V. Vg3 must be applied to P6 prior to application of Vd3 on P3! | |
| P4, P5 | Vg1, Vg2 | - | P4 and P5 are the negative DC voltage bias pins for the gates on 1st and 2nd stage amplifiers, recommended 0V. Must be applied prior to application of Vd1/Vd2 on P1/P2! |  |
| P6 | Vg3 | - | P6 is the negative DC voltage bias pin for the gate on the 3rd stage amplifier, recommended -0.3V. Must be applied prior to application of Vd3 on P3! | |
| RF In | RF Input | 2.92F | The RF input port of the amplifier is matched to 50Ω and has built-in DC blocking capacitors. |  |
| RF Out | RF Output | 2.92M | The RF output port of the amplifier is matched to 50Ω and has built-in DC blocking capacitors. | |
ADM3-00001PD
300 kHz – 18 GHz Broadband High-Gain Amplifier
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.
| Parameter | Maximum Rating | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Operating Temperature | 55 | °C |
| Maximum Storage Temperature | 125 | °C |
| Minimum Operating Temperature | -40 | °C |
| Minimum Storage Temperature | -55 | °C |
| P1 & P2 Drain Supply Voltage (Vd1, Vd2) | 7 | V |
| P1 & P2 Positive Bias Current (Id1, Id2) | 150 | mA |
| P3 Drain Supply Voltage (Vd3) | 8 | V |
| P3 Positive Bias Current (Id3) | 230 | mA |
| P4 & P5 Gate Bias Voltage (Vg1, Vg2) | 0 | V |
| P4, P5, P6 Gate Bias Current (Ig1, Ig2, Ig3) | 0.5 | mA |
| P6 Gate Bias Voltage (Vg3) | 0 | V |
| RF Input Power | -5 | dBm |
| θJC, Junction to Ambient Thermal Resistance | 10 | ºC/W |
Package Information
| Parameter | Details | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | Package name: PD | 41g |
| Dimensions | - | 33.02 x 38.10 mm |
Recommended Operating Conditions
The Recommended Operating Conditions indicate the limits, inside which the device should be operated, to guarantee the performance given in Electrical Specifications.
| Parameter | Min | Nominal | Max | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ambient Temperature | -40 | 25 | 55 | °C |
| Power Supply DC Voltage (Vd1, Vd2) | 3 | 5 | 6.5 | V |
| Power Supply DC Current (Id1, Id2) 1 | - | 120 | 140 | mA |
| Power Supply DC Voltage (Vd3) | 3 | 7 | 7.5 | V |
| Gate DC Voltage (Vg1, Vg2) | -0.5 | -0.3 | 0 | V |
| Gate DC Voltage (Vg3) | -0.5 | -0.3 | 0 | V |
| Gate DC Current (Ig3) | - | 0 | 0.1 | mA |
| Input Power for Saturation | - | -10 | -5.5 | dBm |
| Power Supply DC Current (Id3) | - | 100 | 220 | mA |
| Gate DC Current (Ig1, Ig2) | - | 0 | 0.1 | mA |
[1] Recommended operating current conditions without RF input applied.
ADM3-00001PD
300 kHz – 18 GHz Broadband High-Gain Amplifier
Electrical Specifications
Electrical specifications apply at Vd1=Vd2=5V, Vd3=7V, Vg1=Vg2=0V, Vg3=-0.3V in a 50Ω system at TA=+25° unless otherwise specified. Min and Max limits apply only to our connectorized units and are guaranteed at TA=+25°C
| Parameter | Test Conditions | Minimum Frequency (GHz) | Maximum Frequency (GHz) | Min | Typ | Max | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Input IP3 | Characterization Bias, Pin = -40 dBm per tone, 10 MHz tone spacing | 0.0003 | 18 | - | -6 | - | dBm |
| Input Power for Saturation | Characterization Bias | 0.0003 | 18 | - | -10 | - | dBm |
| Input Return Loss | Vd1, Vd2 = 5V Vd3 = 7 V Vg1, Vg2 = 0V Vg3 = -0.3 V Pin = -40 dBm | 0.0003 | 18 | - | 15 | - | dB |
| Noise Figure | Vd1, Vd2 = 5V Vd3 = 7 V Vg1, Vg2 = 0V Vg3 = -0.3 V Pin = -40 dBm | 0.0003 | 18 | - | 5 | - | dB |
| Output IP3 | Characterization Bias, Pin = -40 dBm per tone, 10 MHz tone spacing | 0.0003 | 18 | - | 31 | - | dBm |
| Output P1dB | Characterization Bias | 0.0003 | 18 | - | 19.5 | - | dBm |
| Output Return Loss | Vd1, Vd2 = 5V Vd3 = 7 V Vg1, Vg2 = 0V Vg3 = -0.3 V Pin = -40 dBm | 0.0003 | 18 | - | 23 | - | dB |
| Reverse Isolation | Vd1, Vd2 = 5V Vd3 = 7 V Vg1, Vg2 = 0V Vg3 = -0.3 V Pin = -40 dBm | 0.0003 | 18 | - | 75 | - | dB |
| Rise Time | Characterization Bias, 10 MHz, 0.15Vpp square wave input | 0.0003 | 18 | - | 44 | - | ps |
| Saturated Output Power | Characterization Bias, Pin = -5 dBm | 0.0003 | 18 | 18 | 23 | - | dBm |
| Small Signal Gain | Vd1, Vd2 = 5V Vd3 = 7 V Vg1, Vg2 = 0V Vg3 = -0.3 V Pin = -40 dBm | 0.0003 | 18 | 32 | 37 | - | dB |
| Parameter | Test Conditions | Minimum Frequency (GHz) | Maximum Frequency (GHz) | Min | Typ | Max | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Input IP3 | Characterization Bias, Pin = -40 dBm per tone, 10 MHz tone spacing | 0.0003 | 18 | - | -6 | - | dBm |
| Input Power for Saturation | Characterization Bias | 0.0003 | 18 | - | -10 | - | dBm |
| Input Return Loss | Vd1, Vd2 = 5V Vd3 = 7 V Vg1, Vg2 = 0V Vg3 = -0.3 V Pin = -40 dBm | 0.0003 | 18 | - | 15 | - | dB |
| Noise Figure | Vd1, Vd2 = 5V Vd3 = 7 V Vg1, Vg2 = 0V Vg3 = -0.3 V Pin = -40 dBm | 0.0003 | 18 | - | 5 | - | dB |
| Output IP3 | Characterization Bias, Pin = -40 dBm per tone, 10 MHz tone spacing | 0.0003 | 18 | - | 31 | - | dBm |
| Output P1dB | Characterization Bias | 0.0003 | 18 | - | 19.5 | - | dBm |
| Output Return Loss | Vd1, Vd2 = 5V Vd3 = 7 V Vg1, Vg2 = 0V Vg3 = -0.3 V Pin = -40 dBm | 0.0003 | 18 | - | 23 | - | dB |
| Reverse Isolation | Vd1, Vd2 = 5V Vd3 = 7 V Vg1, Vg2 = 0V Vg3 = -0.3 V Pin = -40 dBm | 0.0003 | 18 | - | 75 | - | dB |
| Rise Time | Characterization Bias, 10 MHz, 0.15Vpp square wave input | 0.0003 | 18 | - | 44 | - | ps |
| Saturated Output Power | Characterization Bias, Pin = -5 dBm | 0.0003 | 18 | 18 | 23 | - | dBm |
| Small Signal Gain | Vd1, Vd2 = 5V Vd3 = 7 V Vg1, Vg2 = 0V Vg3 = -0.3 V Pin = -40 dBm | 0.0003 | 18 | 32 | 37 | - | dB |
ADM3-00001PD
300 kHz – 18 GHz Broadband High-Gain Amplifier
Typical Performance Plots
Typical performance is characterized Vd1=Vd2=5V, Vd3=7V, Vg1=Vg2=0V, Vg3=-0.3V in a 50Ω system at TA=+25°C.
ADM3-00001PD
300 kHz – 18 GHz Broadband High-Gain Amplifier
ADM3-00001PD
300 kHz – 18 GHz Broadband High-Gain Amplifier
Time Domain Plots
Typical performance is characterized at Vd1=Vd2=5V, Vd3=7V, Vg1=Vg2=0V, Vg3=-0.3V in a 50Ω system at TA=+25°C.
ADM3-00001PD
300 kHz – 18 GHz Broadband High-Gain Amplifier
Mechanical Data
Outline Drawing
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Package Notes:
1) All measurements are typical.
2) Ground lug and bias pins are solderable.