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ABSD-10169PSM
30 GHz Single Ended to Differential Active Balun
The ABSD-10169PSM is a GaAs active MMIC balun in a 3mm QFN surface mount package. Its frequency ranges from DC to 30 GHz and offers 9 dB single ended to differential gain (low end limited by DC block). The 3mm QFN package is a lead free, RoHS compliant package compatible with standard leaded and lead-free solder reflows. Connectorized evaluation packages are available. The ABSD-10168PSM is an excellent choice for active single ended to differential mode conversion and higher order Nyquist sampling in analog to digital converters.
| Parameter | Typ | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Frequency Range | 0 to 30 | GHz |
| Phase Balance | 1 | ° |
| Amplitude Balance | 0.1 | dB |
| Impedance Ratio | 2:1 | - |
| Common Mode Rejection | 40 | dB |
Summary only – refer to the Electrical Specifications, Absolute Maximum Ratings, and Recommended Operating Range tables for complete details.
| Part Number | Description | Package | Green Status | Product Lifecycle | Export Classification |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ABSD-10169PSM | 30 GHz Single Ended to Differential Active Balun | QFN | REACH RoHS | Released | EAR99 |
| EVB-ABSD-10169P | Evaluation Board | EVB | REACH RoHS | Released | EAR99 |
Three port scattering parameters measured as three single-ended 50Ω ports. Small signal gain, return losses and reverse isolation have evb and connector effects de-embedded.
Measurements are with 50-Ω single-ended input, and 100-Ω differential output. EVB and connector effects are included in these measurements.
Measured differentially and includes EVB and connector noise contributions.
Specifications guaranteed for +25°C, measured in a 50Ω system. Measured data was taken on an evaluation board and includes PCB trace and connector effects unless unless otherwise noted.
| Parameter | Test Conditions | Minimum Frequency (GHz) | Maximum Frequency (GHz) | Min | Typ | Max | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frequency Range | - | 0 | 30 | - | - | - | GHz |
| Single-Ended Gain 1 | Vd=5V, Vs=-5V | 0 | 30 | - | 6 | - | dB |
| Differential Power Gain 2 | Vd=5V, Vs=-5V | 0 | 30 | - | 9 | - | dB |
| Common Port Return Loss 3 | Vd=5V, Vs=-5V | 0 | 30 | - | 22 | - | dB |
| Output Return Loss 4 | Vd=5V, Vs=-5V | 0 | 30 | - | 22 | - | dB |
| Amplitude Balance | Vd=5V, Vs=-5V | 0 | 30 | - | 0.1 | - | dB |
| Phase Balance | Vd=5V, Vs=-5V | 0 | 30 | - | 1 | - | ° |
| Nominal Phase Shift | Vd=5V, Vs=-5V | 0 | 30 | - | 180 | - | ° |
| Common Mode Rejection | Vd=5V, Vs=-5V | 0 | 30 | - | 40 | - | dB |
| Reverse Isolation 5 | Vd=5V, Vs=-5V | 0 | 30 | - | 55 | - | dB |
| Noise Figure 6 | Vd=5V, Vs=-5V | 0 | 30 | - | 9 | - | dB |
| HD2 | Vd=5V, Vs=-5V, differential output power=+3dBm | 0 | 20 | - | -52 | - | dBc |
| HD3 | Vd=5V, Vs=-5V, differential output power=+3dBm | 0 | 13 | - | -37 | - | dBc |
| Output IP2 | Vd=5V, Vs=-5V, Pin=-13dBm, Tone Spacing = 10MHz | 0 | 20 | - | 55 | - | dBm |
| Output IP3 | Vd=5V, Vs=-5V, Pin=-13dBm, Tone Spacing = 10MHz | 0 | 30 | - | 19 | - | dBm |
| DC Supply Quiescent Current (Idq) | Vd=5V, Vs=-5V | - | - | - | 137 | - | mA |
| DC Supply Quiescent Current (Isq) | Vd=5V, Vs=-5V | - | - | - | -116 | - | mA |
| Impedance Ratio | - | - | - | - | 2:1 | - | - |
[1][3][4][5] Measured single-ended with connector and evb effects de-embedded.
[2] Calculated as [(RF Out+) - (RF Out-)] relative to RF In.
[6] Measured using a balun at the output to re-combine the RF Out + and RF Out - signals. The external balun and associated losses are de-embedded from the measurement. EVB trace and connector losses are still present in the data.
| Parameter | Min | Nominal | Max | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Negative DC Voltage (Vs) | -4 | -5 | -5 | V |
| Negative DC Current (Is) (No RF Input) | -94 | -116 | -116 | mA |
| Positive DC Current (Id) (No RF Input) | 111 | 137 | 137 | mA |
| Positive DC Voltage (Vd) | 4 | 5 | 5 | V |
The Absolute Maximum Ratings indicate limits beyond which damage may occur to the device. If these limits are exceeded, the device may be inoperable or have a reduced lifetime. This device is designed and characterized in a 50Ω system (100Ω differential output), and operation in a reflective environment can cause performance degradation.
| Parameter | Maximum Rating | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Drain Current (Id) (No RF Applied) 1 | 160 | mA |
| Maximum Operating Temperature | 85 | °C |
| Maximum Storage Temperature | 150 | °C |
| Minimum Operating Temperature | -40 | °C |
| Minimum Storage Temperature | -65 | °C |
| RF Input Power | 10 | dBm |
| Total DC Supply Voltage (Vd-Vs) | 11 | V |
[1] Max current density across TFR
| Parameter | Details | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ESD | < 50 Volts | HBM 0Z |
| Dimensions | - | 3 x 3 mm |
| Moisture Sensitivity Level | - | MSL 1 |
Below is the port diagram for the ABSD-10169PSM. The diagram is shown as an x-ray view from the top down.
| Port | Function | Description | DC Equivalent Circuit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 | Vd | Pin 11 is the positive DC supply voltage for the device. | - |
| 1,3,4,6,8,10 and 12 | Non-connect (NC) | These pins are not connected internally. Datasheet performance is tested with NC pins grounded. | - |
| 2 | RF Input | Pin 2 is the RF input of the device. This pin is internally RF matched to 50 Ohms and is DC coupled. This pin requires an external DC blocking capacitor if there is DC present on the input line. If no DC is present or the line is floating, an external DC blocking capacitor is unnecessary. | - |
| 5 | Vs | Pin 5 is the negative DC supply voltage for the device. | - |
| 7 | RF Out - | Pin 7 is the negative RF output of the device. This pin is internally RF matched to 50 Ohms and is DC coupled. This pin requires an external DC blocking capacitor. | - |
| 9 | RF Out + | Pin 9 is the positive RF output of the device. This pin is internally RF matched to 50 Ohms and is DC coupled. This pin requires an external DC blocking capacitor. | - |
| Paddle | Ground | Ground pad should be connected to RF/DC ground with low electrical and thermal resistance. | - |
The application circuit for the ABSD-10169PSM is shown above. This part requires DC blocking capacitors at all RF pins ( 2,7 and 9). DC power is supplied via Vd (11) and Vs (5) pins. Positive DC voltage is applied to Vd and negative DC voltage is applied to Vs. It is recommended to provide 0.1uF bypass capacitors on the Vd and Vs supply lines. NC pins are not internally connected but should be grounded. The paddle of the QFN should be connected to GND via a low thermal and electrical resistance.
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| Revision Code | Revision Date | Comment |
|---|---|---|
| - | 2025-04-07 | Initial Release |
| A | 2025-05-23 | Corrected absolute max current rating |
| B | 2026-09-18 | Updated conditions for OIP2 and OIP3 |
The RF transitions on the input and output traces of the recommended footprint are specific to the material type and thickness used on the Marki evaluation board. They are currently designed for single-ended 50 Ohm transmission line. They will need to be re-designed for pcb stackups using different materials and or different transmission line impedances.
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