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MMA053AA  
Datasheet  
DC–8 GHz 1 W GaAs MMIC pHEMT Distributed Power  
Amplifier  
Released  
May 2017  

DC–8 GHz 1 W GaAs MMIC pHEMT Distributed Power Amplifier  
Contents  
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Revision History  
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listed by revision, starting with the most current publication.  
1.1  
Revision 1.0  
Revision 1.0 was published in May 2017. It was the first publication of this document.  
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Product Overview  
MMA053AA is a gallium arsenide (GaAs) monolithic microwave integrated circuit (MMIC) pHEMT  
distributed power amplifier die that operates between DC and 8 GHz. The amplifier provides 17 dB of  
gain, +43 dBm output IP3, and +31 dBm of output power at 3 dB compression, while requiring only 410  
mA from a 11 V supply. Gain flatness over the DC to 8 GHz frequency range varies by only ±0.5 dB,  
making the MMA053AA die ideal for EW, ECM, radar, and test equipment applications. The MMA053AA  
amplifier features compact die size and I/Os that are internally matched to 50 Ω, facilitating easy  
integration into multi-chip modules (MCMs).  
The following figure is a functional block diagram for the MMA053AA device.  
Figure 1 • Functional Block Diagram  
2.1  
2.2  
Applications  
The MMA053AA device is designed for the following applications:  
Test instrumentation  
Telecom infrastructure  
Microwave radio and VSAT  
Microwave communications  
Key Features  
The following are key features of the MMA053AA device:  
Frequency range: DC to 8 GHz  
High P3dB output power: 31 dBm  
Gain: 17 dB  
High OIP3: 43 dBm  
Bias V
DD
= 11 V/ 410 mA, V
G
= –0.7 V  
50 Ω matched I/O  
Compact die size: 3 mm × 2.25 mm × 0.07 mm  
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Electrical Specifications  
This section details the electrical specifications of the MMA053AA device.  
3.1  
Absolute Maximum Ratings  
This following table shows the absolute maximum ratings of the MMA053AA device.  
Table 1 • Absolute Maximum Ratings  
Parameter  
Rating  
–65 °C to 150 °C  
–55 °C to 85 °C  
+12 V  
Storage temperature  
Operating temperature  
Drain bias voltage, (V
D
)  
Gate bias voltages, (V
G1
)  
Gate bias voltages, (V
G2
)  
RF input power (7 dB compression)  
DC power dissipation (T = 85 °C)  
Channel temperature  
Thermal impedance  
0 V  
+4 V  
TBD  
5.6 W  
175 °C  
TBD  
ESD sensitivity (HBM)  
TBD  
3.2  
Specified Electrical Performance  
The following table shows the specified electrical performance of the MMA053AA device at  
25 °C, where V
DD
is 11 V and I
DD
is 410 mA. V
G1
= –0.7 V and V
G2
is not used.  
Table 2 • Specified Electrical Performance  
Parameter  
Frequency Range  
Min  
DC  
Typ  
Max  
8
Units  
GHz  
dB  
Operational frequency range  
Gain  
DC–8 GHz  
DC–8 GHz  
2 GHz–8 GHz  
DC–8 GHz  
DC–8 GHz  
DC–8 GHz  
DC–8 GHz  
DC–8 GHz  
17  
Gain flatness  
±0.5  
3
dB  
Noise figure  
dB  
Input return loss  
Output return loss  
P1dB  
–17  
–15  
29  
dB  
dBm  
dBm  
dBm  
dBm  
V
Psat  
31  
OIP3  
43  
V
DD
(drain voltage supply)  
I
DD
(drain current)  
V
G1
(gate voltage supply)  
11  
410  
0.7  
mA  
V
3.3  
Typical Performance Curves  
The following graphs show the typical electrical performance curves of the MMA053AA device at 25 °C,  
where V
DD
is 11 V and there is an on-chip V
G2
bias.  
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Figure 2 • Gain and Return Loss vs. Frequency  
Figure 3 • Gain vs. Temperature  
Figure 4 • Input Return Loss vs. Frequency  
Figure 5 • Input Return Loss vs. Temperature  
Figure 6 • Noise Figure vs. Frequency  
Figure 7 • Noise Figure vs. Temperature  
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Figure 8 • Output Return Loss vs. Frequency  
Figure 9 • Output Return Loss vs. Temperature  
Figure 10 • Isolation vs. Frequency  
Figure 11 • Isolation vs. Temperature  
Figure 12 • OIP3 vs. Frequency  
Figure 13 • OIP3 vs. Temperature  
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Figure 14 • P1dB vs. Frequency  
Figure 15 • P3dB vs. Frequency  
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Chip Outline Specification  
This section details the chip outline specifications of the MMA053AA device.  
4.1  
Chip Outline Drawing  
The following illustration shows the package outline of the MMA053AA device. Dimensions are in  
millimeters [inches].  
Figure 16 • Chip Outline Drawing  
4.2  
Die Packaging Information  
The following table lists the die package information of the MMA053AA device. Contact your Microsemi  
sales representative for additional packaging information  
Standard Format  
Waffle pack  
Optimal Format  
Gel pack  
50–100 pieces per pack  
50 pieces per pack  
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4.3  
Bond Pad Information  
The following table lists the bond pad information of the MMA053AA device.  
Table 3 • Bond Pad Information  
Bond  
Pad  
Bond Pad Name  
Description  
Number  
1
RFIN  
VG2  
This pad is AC/DC-coupled and matched to 50 Ω. External large DC blocking  
capacitor is required to extend performance to very low-frequencies.  
2
External positive Gate 2 control (Optional) for amplifier. Please follow “MMIC  
Amplifier Biasing Procedure” application note. See application circuit/assembly  
for required external components.  
3
VG2B  
DC output for on-chip VG2 bias network. Must be connected to VG2 if on-chip  
VG2 bias network is to be used, otherwise no connection is required.  
4
VG2A  
DC input for on-chip VG2 bias network. Must be connected to DT1 if on-chip VG2  
bias network is to be used, otherwise no connection is required.  
5,6  
7
DT1, DT2  
RFOUT/VDD  
GT2, GT1  
VG1  
Low-frequency drain termination. Attach external bypass capacitors as per  
application circuit.  
This pad is AC/DC-coupled and matched to 50 Ω. External V
DD
bias network is  
required to provide I
DD
as per the application circuit  
8,9  
10  
Low-frequency gate termination. Attach external bypass capacitors as per  
application circuit.  
Negative Gate 1 control for amplifier. Please follow “MMIC Amplifier Biasing  
Procedure” application note. See application circuit/assembly for required  
external components.  
Die  
RF/DC ground  
Die bottom must be connected to external RF/DC ground on carrier.  
Bottom  
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4.4  
Assembly Diagram  
The following illustration shows the assembly diagram of the MMA053AA device. The carrier plate is  
gold plated. It is necessary to attach components using conductive epoxy. The bypass chip caps are  
ceramic and must be assembled within 10 mils of the die. Use 1 mil Au bond wires.  
Figure 17 • Assembly Diagram RF Probing With On-Chip VG2 Bias Configuration  
Notes:  
1. Attach
 
components on carrier plate using conductive epoxy.  
2. VG2A
 
connected to DT1 and VG2B connected to VG2 for on-chip VG2 bias. Disconnect to apply  
external VG2 bias.  
3. Use
 
1 mil Au bond wires.  
4. C1,
 
C2, C3, C4: Presidio VB series dual cap P/N: MVB4040X104MEK5C1B  
C5, C6, C7: 4.7 μF on PCB insert.  
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4.5  
Applications Information  
The following illustration shows applications information for the MMA053AA device  
Figure 18 • Application Circuit Schematic  
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Handling and Die Attachment Recommendations  
Gallium arsenide integrated circuits are sensitive to electrostatic discharge (ESD) and can be damaged by  
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Ordering Information  
The following table lists the ordering information for the MMA053AA device.  
Table 4 • Ordering Information  
Part Number  
MMA053AA  
Package  
Die in waffle or GEL pack  
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