Device Overview

General Description

The ADM-8006PSM is a high-linearity, high gain, low noise distributed amplifier capable of providing +22 dBm output power up to 30 GHz. When driven with an input power of 0 to +5 dBm, the ADM-8006PSM can provide sufficient LO drive to power all H and most S diode mixers to 30GHz. The amplifier has excellent return losses and gain flatness.

Photo of ADM-8006PSM

Features

  • +24 dBm output power
  • +23 dB gain
  • 2.7dB Noise Figure
  • Excellent gain flatness
  • No negative bias or bias sequencing
  • No external bias tee required

Applications

  • Mobile test and measurement equipment
  • Radar
  • SATCOM
  • 5G transceivers
  • Driver Amplifier for H and S - Diode Mixers

Functional Block Diagram

Block Diagram

Part Ordering Options

Part NumberDescriptionPackageGreen StatusProduct LifecycleExport Classification
ADM-8006PSM2 - 30 GHz Surface Mount AmplifierQFN

REACH

RoHS

ReleasedEAR99
EVB-ADM-8006PEvaluation Board, 2 - 30 GHz Surface Mount AmplifierEVB

REACH

RoHS

ReleasedEAR99

Table Of Contents

Revision History

Revision CodeRevision DateComment
G12024-04-17Initial Release

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Port Configuration and Functions

Port Diagram

A port diagram of the ADM-8006PSM QFN package is shown below (X-ray view from the top). The pin functions are detailed in this datasheet.

Diagram of the port configuration for ADM-8006PSM

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Port Functions

PortFunctionDescriptionDC Equivalent
Circuit
10Vd1 Pin 10 is the DC supply pin for the amplifier’s input stage.-
11Cap1 Pin 11 provides an off-chip AC ground for the input stage. This pin may be left OPEN but should NOT be connected GND. Leaving this pin OPEN will cause some degradation in gain and linearity below 5GHz.-
1-3, 5-7, 12-15, 17-19, 21, 23, 24NC These pins are not internally connected. Datasheet performance is measured with these pins connected to PCB RF ground. -
16RF Input Pin 16 is the amplifier RF input. This pin is internally DC blocked and RF matched to 50 Ohms.-
20Vg1 Pin 20 provides bias for an internal current mirror that sets the current draw for amplifier input stage. Increasing current will increase gain at the expense of efficiency. The default series resistor (270 Ohms) is chosen to optimize gain, output power and efficiency when Vg1 and Vd1 are both tied to 5V.-
22Vg2 Pin 22 provides bias for an internal current mirror that sets the current draw for amplifier output stage. Increasing current will increase gain at the expense of efficiency. The default series resistor (82.5 Ohms) is chosen to optimize gain, output power and efficiency when Vg2 and Vd2 are both tied to 5V.-
4RF Output Pin 4 is the amplifier RF output. This pin is internally DC blocked and RF matched to 50 Ohms.-
8Vd2 Pin 8 is the DC supply pin for the amplifier’s output stage.-
9Cap2 Pin 9 provides an off-chip AC ground for the output stage. This pin may be left OPEN but should NOT be connected GND. Leaving this pin OPEN will cause some degradation in gain and linearity below 5GHz.-
PaddleGround The package ground paddle must be connected to a DC/RF ground potential with high thermal and electrical conductivity.-

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Specifications

Absolute Maximum Ratings

The Absolute Maximum Ratings indicate limits beyond which damage may occur to the device. If any one of 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
Bias Current (Ig) 95mA
Bias Voltage (Vg) 8V
Drain Current (Id) 400mA
Drain Supply Voltage (Vd) 8V
Maximum Operating Temperature for MTTF of 1E6 hours at 85˚C Baseplate Temperature 85°C
Maximum Storage Temperature 125°C
Max Junction Temperature for MTTF of 1E6 hours at 85˚C Baseplate Temperature 175°C
Max Power Dissipation for MTTF of 1E6 hours at 85˚C Baseplate Temperature 1.6W
Minimum Operating Temperature for MTTF of 1E6 hours at 85˚C Baseplate Temperature -40°C
Minimum Storage Temperature -65°C
RF Input Power 15dBm
θ_Jc, Junction to Case Thermal Resistance 30ºC/W

Package Information

ParameterDetailsRating
ESD50 to < 125 VoltsHBM 0A
Dimensions-4 x 4 mm
Moisture Sensitivity Level-MSL 1

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
Power Supply DC Current (Ig) (No RF Input) 1111923mA
Power Supply DC Current (Id) (No RF Input) 2121218259mA
Power Supply DC Voltage (Vd) 356V
Power Supply DC Voltage (Vg) 356V
Ambient Temperature -402585°C
Input Power for Saturation 028dBm

[1] Recommended operating current conditions without RF input applied. Bias current into Vg pin.

[2] Recommended operating current conditions without RF input applied. Bias current into Vd pin.

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Electrical Specifications

Unless otherwise specified, electrical specifications apply at TA=+25°C, Vd1,Vd2,Vg1,Vg2 = 5 V. Typical performance data is measure on an EVB unless otherwise stated. Min and Max limits are guaranteed at TA=+25°C.

ParameterTest ConditionsMinimum
Frequency
(GHz)
Maximum
Frequency
(GHz)
MinTypMaxUnit
Current Consumption Vd1, Vd2, Vg1, Vg2 = 5 V no RF input
- --237-mA
Input IP3 Vd1, Vd2, Vg1, Vg2 = 5 V Pin = -15 dBm per tone, 10 MHz tone spacing
2 30-9-dBm
Input Power for Saturation Vd1, Vd2, Vg1, Vg2 = 5 V
2 30-2-dBm
Input Return Loss Vd1, Vd2, Vg1, Vg2 = 5 V Pin = -20 dBm
2 30-22-dB
Noise Figure Vd1, Vd2, Vg1, Vg2 = 5 V Pin = -20 dBm
2 30-2.7-dB
Output IP2 Vd1, Vd2, Vg1, Vg2 = 5 V Pin = -15 dBm per tone, 10 MHz tone spacing
2 12-45-dBm
Output IP2 Vd1, Vd2, Vg1, Vg2 = 5 V Pin = -15 dBm per tone, 10 MHz tone spacing
12 22-37-dBm
Output IP3 Vd1, Vd2, Vg1, Vg2 = 5 V Pin = -15 dBm per tone, 10 MHz tone spacing
2 30-30-dBm
Output P1dB Vd1, Vd2, Vg1, Vg2 = 5 V
2 30-21-dBm
Output Return Loss Vd1, Vd2, Vg1, Vg2 = 5 V Pin = -20 dBm
2 30-17-dB
Reverse Isolation Vd1, Vd2, Vg1, Vg2 = 5 V Pin = -20 dBm
2 30-60-dB
Saturated Output Power Vd1, Vd2, Vg1, Vg2 = 5 V
2 30-23-dBm
Small Signal Gain Vd1, Vd2, Vg1, Vg2 = 5 V Pin = -20 dBm
2 30-23-dB

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Typical Performance Plots

Psat (dBm) vs. Frequency, over Bias graph for ADM-8006PSM
Small Signal Gain (dB) vs. Frequency, over Bias graph for ADM-8006PSM
Noise Figure (dB) vs Frequency, over Bias graph for ADM-8006PSM
Noise Figure (dB) vs Frequency, Over Temp (5V Bias) graph for ADM-8006PSM
OIP3 (dBm) vs. Frequency, over Bias graph for ADM-8006PSM
IIP3 (dBm) vs. Frequency, Over Bias graph for ADM-8006PSM
OIP2 (dBm) vs. Frequency, over Bias graph for ADM-8006PSM
OP1dB (dBm) vs. Frequency, over Bias graph for ADM-8006PSM

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Input Return Loss (dB) vs Frequency, over Bias graph for ADM-8006PSM
Output Return Loss (dB) vs. Frequency, over Bias graph for ADM-8006PSM
Reverse Isolation (dB) vs. Frequency, over Bias graph for ADM-8006PSM

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Mechanical Data

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Evaluation Board - Outline Drawing

Outline Drawing

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