Device Overview

General Description

The AMM-9619PSM is a surface-mount amplifier suitable for use as a single tone driver or general-purpose gain block. It can drive an L or H diode mixer from 2 to 26 GHz. This amplifier also has exceptionally low input and output reflections, and a low 1.6 dB typical noise figure from 8 to 18 GHz. Additionally, this amplifier exhibits a positive gain slope to equalize frequency dependent losses. The AMM-9619PSM is packaged in a compact 4 mm QFN for surface mount integration onto printed circuit boards.

Photo of AMM-9619PSM

Features

  • +14 dB Small Signal Gain with Positive Slope
  • +1.6 dB NF from 8 to 18 GHz
  • Excellent return losses
  • Compact 4mm QFN package

Applications

  • Mobile test and measurement equipment
  • Radar and satellite communications
  • Driver Amplifier for H and S - Diode Mixers
  • Electronic Warfare

Functional Block Diagram

Block Diagram

Part Ordering Options

Part NumberDescriptionPackageGreen StatusProduct LifecycleExport Classification
AMM-9619PSM2 - 26 GHz GaAs Surface Mount LO Driver AmplifierQFN

REACH

RoHS

ReleasedEAR99
EVB-AMM-9619PEvaluation Board, 2-26GHz Surface Mount LO Driver AmplifierEVB

REACH

RoHS

ReleasedEAR99

Table Of Contents

Revision History

Revision CodeRevision DateComment
-2024-11-13Initial Release

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Port Configuration and Functions

Port Diagram

A port diagram of the AMM-9619PSM QFN package is shown below (X-ray view from the top).

Diagram of the port configuration for AMM-9619PSM

Port Functions

PortFunctionDescriptionDC Equivalent
Circuit
1-3, 5-8, 10-15, 17-22, 24, PaddleGround These pins should be connected to ground. Package ground paddle must be connected to a DC/RF ground potential with high thermal and electrical conductivity.-
16RF Output Pin 16 is the RF Output port of the amplifier. It is DC blocked, and RF matched to 50 Ω.Equivalent circuit for the RF Output
23Vd Pin 23 provides the main power supply for the amplifier. Apply gate bias voltage Vg before applying drain power supply.Equivalent circuit for the Vd
4RF Input Pin 4 is the RF Input port of the amplifier die. It is internally DC blocked and RF matched to 50 Ω.Equivalent circuit for the RF Input
9Vg Pin 9 provides a required negative bias which controls the power supply currents to the amplifier. More negative voltages decrease supply current. Apply gate bias voltage Vg before applying drain power supply.Equivalent circuit for the Vg

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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.

ParameterMaximum RatingUnit
Drain Current (RF Applied) 130mA
Drain Supply Voltage (Vd) 6V
Gate Voltage (Vg) -1V
Maximum Operating Temperature for MTTF > 1E6 hours 85°C
Maximum Storage Temperature 150°C
Minimum Operating Temperature for MTTF > 1E6 hours -55°C
Minimum Storage Temperature -65°C
RF Input Power 20dBm

Package Information

ParameterDetailsRating
Dimensions-4 x 4 mm
Moisture Sensitivity Level-MSL 1

Datasheet operating parameters are taken and guaranteed using constant voltage biasing with TA = 25 °C, Vd = 5 V, Idq = 74 mA, and 50 Ω matched input and output. Adjust Vg from −1 V to -0.41 V max to achieve Idq = 74 mA typical.

ParameterMinNominalMaxUnit
Positive DC Voltage (Vd) -5-V
Positive DC Current (Id) (No RF Input) -74-mA
Operating Temperature -402585°C
Negative Bias Voltage (Vg) -0.5-0.4-0.3V

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Electrical Specifications

Unless otherwise specified, electrical specifications apply at TA=+25°C, Vd = 5 V, Idq=74 mA (where Idq is the drain current with no RF applied), Vg set as required to achieve Idq = 74 mA in a 50 Ω system.

ParameterTest ConditionsMinimum
Frequency
(GHz)
Maximum
Frequency
(GHz)
MinTypMaxUnit
Input IP3 Vd = 5 V, Vg set to achieve Idq = 74 mA, Pin = -15 dBm per tone, 10 MHz tone spacing
18 26-5.8-dBm
Input IP3 Vd = 5 V, Vg set to achieve Idq = 74 mA, Pin = -15 dBm per tone, 10 MHz tone spacing
8 18-11.5-dBm
Input Return Loss Vd = 5 V, Vg set to achieve Idq = 74 mA, Pin = -20 dBm
18 26-11-dB
Input Return Loss Vd = 5 V, Vg set to achieve Idq = 74 mA, Pin = -20 dBm
8 18-16-dB
Output IP3 Vd = 5 V, Vg set to achieve Idq = 74 mA, Pin = -15 dBm per tone, 10 MHz tone spacing
18 26-25-dBm
Output IP3 Vd = 5 V, Vg set to achieve Idq = 74 mA, Pin = -15 dBm per tone, 10 MHz tone spacing
8 18-28-dBm
Output P1dB Vd = 5 V, Vg set to achieve Idq = 74 mA
14 26-15.6-dBm
Output P1dB Vd = 5 V, Vg set to achieve Idq = 74 mA
2 14-18.2-dBm
Output Return Loss Vd = 5 V, Vg set to achieve Idq = 74 mA, Pin = -20 dBm
8 18-18-dB
Output Return Loss Vd = 5 V, Vg set to achieve Idq = 74 mA, Pin = -20 dBm
18 26-14-dB
Reverse Isolation Vd = 5 V, Vg set to achieve Idq = 74 mA, Pin = -20 dBm
8 18-43-dB
Reverse Isolation Vd = 5 V, Vg set to achieve Idq = 74 mA, Pin = -20 dBm
2 8-46-dB
Reverse Isolation Vd = 5 V, Vg set to achieve Idq = 74 mA, Pin = -20 dBm
18 26-33-dB
Small Signal Gain Vd = 5 V, Vg set to achieve Idq = 74 mA, Pin = -20 dBm
8 18-14.5-dB
Small Signal Gain Vd = 5 V, Vg set to achieve Idq = 74 mA, Pin = -20 dBm
18 26-16.1-dB
Current Consumption Vd = 5 V, Vg = -0.41V, No RF Applied
- --74-mA
Input IP3 Vd = 5 V, Vg set to achieve Idq = 74 mA, Pin = -15 dBm per tone, 10 MHz tone spacing
2 8-13.5-dBm
Input Return Loss Vd = 5 V, Vg set to achieve Idq = 74 mA, Pin = -20 dBm
2 8-17-dB
Noise Figure Vd = 5 V, Vg set to achieve Idq = 74 mA, Pin = -20 dBm
8 18-1.6-dB
Noise Figure Vd = 5 V, Vg set to achieve Idq = 74 mA, Pin = -20 dBm
2 8-3.4-dB
Noise Figure Vd = 5 V, Vg set to achieve Idq = 74 mA, Pin = -20 dBm
18 26-3.3-dB
Output IP3 Vd = 5 V, Vg set to achieve Idq = 74 mA, Pin = -15 dBm per tone, 10 MHz tone spacing
2 8-28-dBm
Output Return Loss Vd = 5 V, Vg set to achieve Idq = 74 mA, Pin = -20 dBm
2 8-18-dB
Small Signal Gain Vd = 5 V, Vg set to achieve Idq = 74 mA, Pin = -20 dBm
2 8-14-dB

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Typical Performance Plots

Performance plots have pcb trace losses de-embedded.

Small Signal Gain (dB) vs. Frequency, over Bias graph for AMM-9619PSM
Output P1dB (dBm) vs. Frequency graph for AMM-9619PSM
Noise Figure (dB) vs Frequency, over Bias graph for AMM-9619PSM
OIP3 (dBm) vs. Frequency, over Bias graph for AMM-9619PSM
IIP3 (dBm) vs. Frequency, over Bias graph for AMM-9619PSM
Input Return Loss (dB) vs Frequency, over Bias graph for AMM-9619PSM
Output Return Loss (dB) vs. Frequency, over Bias graph for AMM-9619PSM
Reverse Isolation (dB) vs. Frequency, over Bias graph for AMM-9619PSM

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Application Circuit

Application Circuit for AMM-9619PSM

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Mechanical Data

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Evaluation Board - Outline Drawing

Outline Drawing

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