Mini-Circuits-MAR-8ASM-

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Mini-Circuits-MAR-8ASM-
Surface Mount  
Monolithic Amplifier  
DC-1 GHz  
Product Features  
• Exact footprint substitute for MAR-8SM and MSA-0886

a,b  

Benefits:  
• lower device voltage, 3.7 typ.  
• lower power dissipation in the MMIC  
• may eliminate need for choke (RFC)  
• High gain, 31.5 dB at 0.1GHz, reduces component count  
• High power output, +12.5 dBm typ.  
• Internally Matched to 50 Ohms  
• Low noise  
• Improved stability  
• Protection against power supply transients  
• Protected by US Patent, 6,943,629  
Generic photo used for illustration purposes only  
MAR-8ASM+  
CASE STYLE: WW107  
+RoHS Compliant  
The +Suffix identifies RoHS Compliance. See our web site  
for RoHS Compliance methodologies and qualifications  
Typical Applications  
• Cellular  
• PCN instrumentation  
General Description  
MAR-8ASM+ (RoHS compliant) is a wideband amplifier offering high dynamic range.
 
It has repeatable  
performance from lot to lot.
 
It is enclosed in a Micro-X package.
 
MAR-8ASM+ uses Darlington configura
–  
tion and is fabricated using InGaP HBT technology.  
simplified schematic and pin description  
RF-OUT and DC-IN  
RF-OUT and DC-IN  
3
RF IN  
4
GND  
GND  
2
1
GROUND  
RF IN  
Function  
Pin Number  
Description  
RF input pin. This pin requires the use of an external DC blocking capacitor chosen for  
the frequency of operation.  
RF IN  
1
RF output and bias pin.
 
DC voltage is present on this pin; therefore a DC blocking  
capacitor is necessary for proper operation.
 
An RF choke is needed to feed DC bias  
without loss of RF signal due to the bias connection, as shown in “Recommended  
Application Circuit”.  
RF-OUT and DC-IN  
GND  
3
Connections to ground.
 
Use via holes as shown in “Suggested Layout for PCB Design”  
to reduce ground path inductance for best performance.  
2,4  
Notes:  
a. Suitability for model replacement within a particular system must be determined by and is solely the responsibility of the customer based on, among other things, electrical performance  
criteria, stimulus conditions, application, compatibility with other components and environmental conditions and stresses.  
b. The Avago MSA-0885 part number is used for identification and comparison purposes only.  
Notes  
A.
Performance and quality attributes and conditions not expressly stated in this specification document are intended to be excluded and do not form a part of this specification document.  
B.
Electrical specifications and performance data contained in this specification document are based on Mini-Circuit
’
s
a
pplicable established test performance criteria and measurement instructions.  
C.
The parts covered by this specification document are subject to Mini-Circuits standard limited warranty and terms and conditions (collectivel
y
,
“
Standard
T
e
rms”); Purchasers of this part are entitled  
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to the rights and benefits contained therein. For a full statement of the Standard
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M151107  
MAR-8ASM+  
230201  
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Mini-Circuits  

www.minicircuits.com

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O. Box 350166, Brooklyn, NY 11235-0003
 
(718) 934-4500
 

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Monolithic InGaP HBT
 
MMIC Amplifier  
MAR-8ASM+  
Electrical Specifications at 25°C and 36mA, unless noted  
Parameter  
Frequency Range*  
Gain  
Min.  
Typ.  
Max.  
Units  
DC  
1
GHz  
dB  
f=0.1 GHz  
f=1 GHz  
—
20

2  

31.5  
25  
—
—
f=DC to 1 GHz  
f=DC to 1 GHz  
f=1 GHz  
15.5  
11  
dB  
dB  
Input Return Loss  
Output Return Loss  
Output Power @ 1 dB compression  
Output IP3  
+12.5  
dBm  
f=1 GHz  
f=1 GHz  
+25  
3.1  
dBm  
dB  
Noise Figure  
Recommended Device Operating Current  
Device Operating Voltage  
36  
3.7  
mA  
V
Device Voltage Variation vs. Temperature at 36 mA  
Device Voltage Variation vs. Current at 25°C  
Thermal Resistance, junction-to-case

1  

+1.2  
11.3  
140  
mV/°C  
mV/mA  
°C/W  
*
Guaranteed specification DC-1 GHz.
 
Low frequency cut off determined by external coupling capacitors.  
Absolute Maximum Ratings  
Parameter  
Ratings  
-40°C to 85°C  
-55°C to 100°C  
65mA  
Operating Temperature  
Storage Temperature  
Operating Current  
Power Dissipation  
Input Power  
250mW  
13dBm  
Note: Permanent damage may occur if any of these limits are exceeded.  
These ratings are not intended for continuous normal operation.  

1

Case is defined as ground leads.  

2

Full temperature range.  
Notes  
A.
Performance and quality attributes and conditions not expressly stated in this specification document are intended to be excluded and do not form a part of this specification document.  
B.
Electrical specifications and performance data contained in this specification document are based on Mini-Circuit
’
s
a
pplicable established test performance criteria and measurement instructions.  
C.
The parts covered by this specification document are subject to Mini-Circuits standard limited warranty and terms and conditions (collectivel
y
,
“
Standard
T
e
rms”); Purchasers of this part are entitled  
to the rights and benefits contained therein. For a full statement of the Standard
T
e
rms and the exclusive rights and remedies thereunde
r
,
p

®
Mini-Circuits  

www.minicircuits.com

P
.
O. Box 350166, Brooklyn, NY 11235-0003
 
(718) 934-4500
 

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MAR-8ASM+  
Monolithic InGaP HBT
 
MMIC Amplifier  
Product Marking  
3
4
2
8A  
index over pin 1  
1
Markings in addition to model number designation may appear for internal quality control purposes.  
Additional Detailed Technical Information  
Additional information is available on our web site.
 
To access this information enter the model number on  
our web site home page.  
Performance data, graphs, s-parameter data set (.zip file)  
Case Style: WW107  
Plastic micro-x, .085 body diameter, lead finish: matte-tin  
Tape & Reel: F4  
7” Reels with 20, 50, 100, 200, 500, 1K devices  
13” Reels with 2K, 4K devices  
Suggested Layout for PCB Design: PL-253  
Evaluation Board: TB-411-8A+  
Environmental Ratings: ENV08T3  
Recommended Application Circuit  
R BIAS

1  

R bias
 
(R equired)  
Vcc  
Vcc  
7
Bias Resistor Value

2  

C bypass  
88.7  
118  
143  
174  
200  
226  
255  
280  
309  
Ibias  
3
4
2
R
F
C
 
(O
p
tional)  
OUT  
8
C block  
IN  
9
Vd  
1
C block  
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
Test Board includes case, connectors, and components (in bold) soldered to PCB  
1
When being used as a substitute for MAR-8SM or MSA-0866, the bias resistor  
values must be changed to the values in this table.  

2

1% Resistor values (ohms) for optimum bias.  
Notes  
A.
Performance and quality attributes and conditions not expressly stated in this specification document are intended to be excluded and do not form a part of this specification document.  
B.
Electrical specifications and performance data contained in this specification document are based on Mini-Circuit
’
s
a
pplicable established test performance criteria and measurement instructions.  
C.
The parts covered by this specification document are subject to Mini-Circuits standard limited warranty and terms and conditions (collectivel
y
,
“
Standard
T
e
rms”); Purchasers of this part are entitled  
to the rights and benefits contained therein. For a full statement of the Standard
T
e
rms and the exclusive rights and remedies thereunde
r
,
p

®
Mini-Circuits  

www.minicircuits.com

P
.
O. Box 350166, Brooklyn, NY 11235-0003
 
(718) 934-4500
 

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MAR-8ASM+  
Monolithic InGaP HBT
 
MMIC Amplifier  
ESD Rating  
Human Body Model (HBM): Class 2 (2000 v to < 4000 v) in accordance with ANSI/ESD STM 5.1 – 2001  
MSL Rating  
Moisture Sensitivity: MSL1 in accordance with IPC/JEDECJ-STD-020C  
MSL Test Flow Chart  
Visual  
Inspection  
Electrical Test  
SAM Analysis  
Start  
Soak  
85°C/85RH  
168 hours  
Reflow 3 cycles,  
Bake at 125°C,  
24 hours  
260°C  
End  
Visual  
Inspection  
Electrical Test  
SAM Analysis  
Notes  
A.
Performance and quality attributes and conditions not expressly stated in this specification document are intended to be excluded and do not form a part of this specification document.  
B.
Electrical specifications and performance data contained in this specification document are based on Mini-Circuit
’
s
a
pplicable established test performance criteria and measurement instructions.  
C.
The parts covered by this specification document are subject to Mini-Circuits standard limited warranty and terms and conditions (collectivel
y
,
“
Standard
T
e
rms”); Purchasers of this part are entitled  
to the rights and benefits contained therein. For a full statement of the Standard
T
e
rms and the exclusive rights and remedies thereunde
r
,
p

®
Mini-Circuits  

www.minicircuits.com

P
.
O. Box 350166, Brooklyn, NY 11235-0003
 
(718) 934-4500
 

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