Device Overview

General Description

The ADM-9027PSM is a wideband distributed low noise amplifier capable of providing 16 dB gain and +25 dBm OIP3 from 2 to 20 GHz and a low 1.8 dB typical noise figure from 8 to 16 GHz. The ADM-9027PSM is an ideal linear signal amplifier for applications requiring low power consumption and small form-factors. The amplifier has excellent return losses and gain flatness and includes integrated DC blocking capacitors and RF choke.

Photo of ADM-9027PSM

Features

  • Broadband 2 to 24GHz Operation
  • Low Noise Figure
  • Integrated DC Blocks and RF Choke
  • Single Positive Supply Capable
  • Excellent Return Losses

Applications

  • Communication Systems
  • Test and Measurement Equipment
  • Satellite Communications
  • Electronic Warfare

Functional Block Diagram

Block Diagram

Part Ordering Options

Part NumberDescriptionPackageGreen StatusProduct LifecycleExport Classification
ADM-9027PSM2-24 GHz Distributed AmplifierQFN

RoHS

REACH

ReleasedEAR99
EVB-ADM-9027PEvaluation Board, 2-24GHz Distributed AmplifierEVB

REACH

RoHS

ReleasedEAR99

Table Of Contents

Revision History

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-2024-07-09Initial Release

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Port Configuration and Functions

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Port Functions

PortFunctionDescriptionDC Equivalent
Circuit
1-4,6,7,9-15,17-21,23,24Non-connect (NC) These pins are not internally connected. Datasheet performance is measured with these pins connected to ground.-
PaddleGround DC and RF Ground are provided through the QFN paddle. The paddle should be attached to a DC/RF ground with high thermal and electrical conductivity.Equivalent circuit for the Ground
Pin 16RF Output This is the amplifiers RF output port. This port is internally matched to 50 Ohms and is internally DC blocked.Equivalent circuit for the RF Output
Pin 22Vd This is the positive DC supply voltage for the amplifier IC. This pin is nominally set to +6V. This part requires off-chip bypass capacitors of 100pF and 0.1uF installed at this pin as close to the IC as possible. See applications circuit.Equivalent circuit for the Vd
Pin 5RF Input This is the amplifiers RF input port. It is internally matched to 50 Ohms and is internally DC blocked.Equivalent circuit for the RF Input
Pin 8Vb This is the positive DC bias voltage for the amplifier IC. The voltage at this pin controls the current draw Id of the part. Higher voltage results in higher current. For normal operation, the voltage at this pin is adjusted to produce an Id of 60mA when Vd=6V. Alternatively, it is possible to use a single positive voltage supply and a 751Ohm resistor between Vd and Vb pins. This part requires off-chip bypass capacitors of 100pF and 0.1uF installed at this pin as close to the IC as possible. See applications circuit.Equivalent circuit for the Vb

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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 Supply Voltage (Vb) 6.5V
Drain Current (Id) (No RF Applied) 85mA
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 -65°C
Positive Drain Supply Voltage (Vd) 8V
RF Input Power 15dBm

Package Information

ParameterDetailsRating
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
Positive DC Current (Id) (No RF Input) 506077mA
Positive DC Bias Voltage (Vb) 22.33V
Ambient Temperature -402585°C
Positive DC Voltage (Vd) 567V

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Electrical Specifications

Unless otherwise specified, electrical specifications apply at TA=+25°C, Vd = 6V and Vb set such that Id=60mA.

ParameterTest ConditionsMinimum
Frequency
(GHz)
Maximum
Frequency
(GHz)
MinTypMaxUnit
Input Return Loss Vd=6V, Id=60mA
2 24-15-dB
Noise Figure Vd=6V, Id=60mA
16 24-3-dB
Noise Figure Vd=6V, Id=60mA
8 16-1.8-dB
Noise Figure Vd=6V, Id=60mA
2 8-3.1-dB
Output IP3 Vd=6V, Id=60mA
20 24-23-dBm
Output IP3 Vd=6V, Id=60mA
2 20-26-dBm
Output P1dB Vd=6V, Id=60mA
12 24-15-dBm
Output P1dB Vd=6V, Id=60mA
2 12-17-dBm
Output Return Loss Vd=6V, Id=60mA
2 24-20-dB
Reverse Isolation Vd=6V, Id=60mA
2 24-38-dB
Small Signal Gain Vd=6V, Id=60mA
2 241417-dB

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Datasheet performance is measured with the single supply bias circuit shown below with a series 715 Ohm resistor between Vd and Vb.

Typical Performance Plots

Small Signal Gain vs Frequency and Bias graph for ADM-9027PSM
Noise Figure vs Frequency and Bias graph for ADM-9027PSM
Input Return Loss vs Frequency and Bias graph for ADM-9027PSM
Output Return Loss (dB) vs. Freq, Over Bias graph for ADM-9027PSM
Input IP3 (dBm) vs. Frequency, over Bias graph for ADM-9027PSM
Output IP3 vs Frequency and Bias graph for ADM-9027PSM
Input IP2 (dBm) vs. Frequency, over Bias graph for ADM-9027PSM
Output IP2 vs Frequency and Bias graph for ADM-9027PSM

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Output P1dB vs Frequency and Bias graph for ADM-9027PSM
Reverse Isolation (dB) vs. Frequency, over Bias graph for ADM-9027PSM

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Application Circuit

Application Circuit for ADM-9027PSM

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Mechanical Data

Outline Drawing

Download : Outline 2D Drawing

Outline Drawing

Notes (unless otherwise specified):

  1. Substrate material is LCP.
  2. I/O Leads and Die Paddle are 0.05 micron Au over 0.02 microns Pd over 0.5 microns Ni.
  3. All unconnected pins should be connected to PCB RF ground.

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Evaluation Board - Outline Drawing

Outline Drawing

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