Device Overview

General Description

The AKA-1500PSM is a low-cost, cascadable broadband InGaP HBT amplifier. This is a general-purpose gain block amplifier which provides high P1dB, high OIP3, and a very small form factor. The simple application circuit requires minimal external components, allowing it to be used in a variety of applications.

Photo of AKA-1500PSM

Features

  • Small Form Factor: 1.3 x 2.0mm
  • +28 dBm OIP3 up to 6 GHz
  • 18.5 dB Gain at 2 GHz
  • Positive Only, Single Supply Operation
  • Low-Cost

Applications

  • Mobile test and measurement equipment
  • Radar and satellite communications
  • 5G transceivers
  • Driver Amplifier L-Diode Mixers

Functional Block Diagram

Block Diagram

Part Ordering Options

Part NumberDescriptionPackageGreen StatusProduct LifecycleExport Classification
AKA-1500PSMDC – 14 GHz Broadband InGaP SMT AmplifierDFN

REACH

RoHS

ReleasedEAR99
EVB-AKA-1500PEvaluation Board, Broadband InGaP SMT DC – 14 GHz AmplifierEVB

REACH

RoHS

ReleasedEAR99

Table Of Contents

Revision History

Revision CodeRevision DateComment
-2023-04-01Datasheet Initial Release

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Port Configuration and Functions

Port Diagram

A port diagram of the AKA-1500PSM is shown below.

Diagram of the port configuration for AKA-1500PSM

Port Functions

PortFunctionDescriptionDC Equivalent
Circuit
1, 3, 4, 6N/C These pins are internally no-connects and should be connected to DC/RF ground.Equivalent circuit for the N/C
2RF Input This is the RF Input port of the amplifier die. It is RF matched to 50 Ω and requires an external DC blocking capacitor. Equivalent circuit for the RF Input
5RF Output and Positive Collector Voltage Supply This is the RF Output and positive supply voltage port Vc. It is RF matched to 50 Ω and is DC coupled. An external bias tee is required on this port.Equivalent circuit for the RF Output and Positive Collector Voltage Supply
PaddleGround Package ground paddle must be connected to a DC/RF ground potential with high thermal and electrical conductivity.Equivalent circuit for the Ground

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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.

ParameterMaximum RatingUnit
Maximum Operating Temperature 85°C
Maximum Storage Temperature 150°C
Max Junction Temperature for MTTF > 1E6 Hours 150°C
Minimum Operating Temperature -40°C
Minimum Storage Temperature -65°C
Positive Bias Current (Icc) 74mA
Power Dissipation 308mW
RF Input Power 10dBm
θ_Jc, Junction to Case Thermal Resistance 212ºC/W

Package Information

ParameterDetailsRating
ESD250 to < 500 VoltsHBM Class 1A
WeightPackage name: DFN0.007g
Dimensions-2.00 x 1.30 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
Ambient Temperature -402585°C
Positive DC Device Voltage (Vd) 4.14.24.3V
Positive DC Current (Icc) 355060mA

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Electrical Specifications

Unless otherwise specified, electrical specifications apply at TA=+25°C, Vc = +4.2V in a 50Ω system. Typical performance data is measured from EVB unless otherwise stated. Min and Max limits are guaranteed at TA=+25°C.

ParameterTest ConditionsMinimum
Frequency
(GHz)
Maximum
Frequency
(GHz)
MinTypMaxUnit
Current Consumption Vc = +4.2V, No RF Input
- --50-mA
Input Return Loss Vc = +4.2 V, Icc = 50 mA
0.1 14-14-dB
Noise Figure Vc = +4.2 V, Icc = 50 mA
0.1 6-4-dB
Noise Figure Vc = +4.2 V, Icc = 50 mA
6 14-5-dB
Output IP3 Vc = +4.2 V, Icc = 50 mA
6 14-26-dBm
Output IP3 Vc = +4.2 V, Icc = 50 mA
0.1 6-28-dBm
Output P1dB Vc = +4.2 V, Icc = 50 mA
2 61416-dBm
Output P1dB Vc = +4.2 V, Icc = 50 mA
6 141113-dBm
Output Return Loss Vc = +4.2 V, Icc = 50 mA
0.1 14-22-dB
Reverse Isolation Vc = +4.2 V, Icc = 50 mA
0.1 14-19-dB
Small Signal Gain Vc = +4.2 V, Icc = 50 mA
0.1 41719-dB
Small Signal Gain Vc = +4.2 V, Icc = 50 mA
12 1479-dB
Small Signal Gain Vc = +4.2 V, Icc = 50 mA
6 12913-dB
Small Signal Gain Vc = +4.2 V, Icc = 50 mA
4 61517-dB

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Typical Performance Plots

Small Signal Gain (dB) vs. Frequency, over Bias graph for AKA-1500PSM
Reverse Isolation (dB) vs. Frequency, over Bias graph for AKA-1500PSM
Input Return Loss (dB) vs. Frequency, over Bias graph for AKA-1500PSM
Output Return Loss (dB) vs. Frequency, over Bias graph for AKA-1500PSM
Output Power (dBm) and Gain (dB) vs. Input Power, F = 2 GHz graph for AKA-1500PSM
Output Power (dBm) and Gain (dB) vs. Input Power, F = 12 GHz graph for AKA-1500PSM
Output P1dB (dBm) vs. Frequency, over Bias graph for AKA-1500PSM
Noise Figure vs. Frequency, over Bias graph for AKA-1500PSM

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OIP3 (dBm) vs. Frequency, over Bias graph for AKA-1500PSM
IIP3 (dBm) vs. Frequency, over Bias graph for AKA-1500PSM

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Application Circuit

Application Circuit for AKA-1500PSM

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Mechanical Data

Outline Drawing

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Outline Drawing

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Evaluation Board - Outline Drawing

Outline Drawing

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