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MADL-011008
PIN Diode Limiter 50 MHz - 4 GHz
Features
Low Insertion Loss and Noise Figure +40 dBm Peak and +30 dBm CW Power +10 dBm P1dB Compression Point +16 dBm Flat Leakage Lead-Free 1.2 x 1.5 mm 6-Lead PDFN Package RoHS Compliant* and 260°C Reflow Compatible
Description
The MADL-011008 is a silicon PIN limiter with small I-region length specifically designed for medium signal applications. The limiter is available in a lead-free 1.2 x 1.5 mm 6-lead PDFN package. The limiter is ideally designed to provide low insertion loss, at zero bias, as well as low flat leakage power with fast signal response/recovery times.
The MADL-011008 PIN limiter is designed for use in passive limiter control circuits to protect sensitive receiver components such as low noise amplifiers (LNA), detectors, and mixers.
Ordering Information1,2
Part Number MADL-011008-141200 MADL-011008-14120T MADL-011008-001SMB
Package Bulk Packaging Tape and Reel Sample Test Board
1. Reference Application Note M513 for reel size information. 2. All sample boards include 5 loose pieces.
Functional Schematic
Rev. V1
Pin Configuration
Pin No.
Pin Name
Description
1 N/C No Connection
2 GND
RF Ground
3 N/C No Connection
4 N/C No Connection
5 IN
RF Input
6 N/C No Connection
73 Pad
GND
3. The exposed pad centered on the package bottom must be connected to RF and DC ground.
Handling Procedures
Please observe the following precautions to avoid damage:
Static Sensitivity
Silicon Integrated Circuits are sensitive to electrostatic discharge (ESD) and can be damaged by static electricity. Proper ESD control techniques should be used when handling these devices.
* Restrictions on Hazardous Substances, European Union Directive 2002/95/EC.
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M/A-COM Technology Solutions Inc. and its affiliates reserve the right to make changes to the product(s) or information contained herein without notice. Visit www.macom.com for additional data sheets and product information.
• North America Tel: 800.366.2266 / Fax: 978.366.2266 • Europe Tel: 44.1908.574.200 / Fax: 44.1908.574.300 • Asia/Pacific Tel: 81.44.844.8296 / Fax: 81.44.844.8298
MADL-011008
PIN Diode Limiter 50 MHz - 4 GHz
Electrical Specifications: Freq 2.7 to 3.0 GHz, TA = 25°C, Z0 = 50 Ω
Parameter
Test Conditions
Units
Insertion Loss
0 dBm
dB
Input Return Loss
0 dBm
dB
Output Return Loss
0 dBm
dB
P1dB
— dBm
Peak Incident Power
Pulse Width 1 µSec, Duty Cycle 0.1%
dBm
CW Incident Power
— dBm
CW Flat Leakage
Incident Power = +24 dBm
dBm
Recovery Time
To within 1 dB of final insertion loss Peak Incident Power = +30 dBm
Pulse Width 1 µSec, Duty Cycle 0.1%
ns
Spike Leakage
+30 dBm Pin, Pulse Width 1 µSec, Duty Cycle 0.1%
erg
IP3
Pin -5 dBm/tone, 10 MHz Spacing
dBm
IP2
Pin -5 dBm/tone
dBm
Forward Voltage
Forward current = 10 mA
V
Reverse Current
Reverse voltage = 20 volts
µA
Min. — — — — — — —
—
—
— — — —
Typ. 0.15 20 20 10 40 30 16
50
0.5
30 43 0.9 0.1
Rev. V1
Max. — — — — — — —
—
— — — 1.1 10
Absolute Maximum Ratings4,5
Parameter
Absolute Maximum
Peak Incident Power Pulse Width 1 µSec, Duty Cycle 0.1%
43 dBm
CW Incident Power
33 dBm
Operating Temperature
-40°C to +85°C
Storage Temperature
-65°C to +150°C
4. Exceeding any one or combination of these limits may cause permanent damage to this device.
5. M/A-COM Technology Solutions does not recommend sustained operation near these survivability limits.
Application Schematic Recommended Board Layout
Parts List
Component C1 - C2 L1
Value 68 pF 5.1 nH
Package 0402 0402
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M/A-COM Technology Solutions Inc. and its affiliates reserve the right to make changes to the product(s) or information contained herein without notice. Visit www.macom.com for additional data sheets and product information.
• North America Tel: 800.366.2266 / Fax: 978.366.2266 • Europe Tel: 44.1908.574.200 / Fax: 44.1908.574.300 • Asia/Pacific Tel: 81.44.844.8296 / Fax: 81.44.844.8298
MADL-011008
PIN Diode Limiter 50 MHz - 4 GHz
Typical Performance Curves
Insertion Loss
0.0
-0.1
-0.2 -0.3
+25°C -40°C +85°C
-0.4 2.70 2.75 2.80 2.85 2.90 2.95 3.00
Frequency (GHz)
Input Return loss
-10
+25°C -40°C
-15 +85°C
-20
-25
-30 2.70 2.75 2.80 2.85 2.90 2.95 3.00
Frequency (GHz)
Rev. V1
Pin vs. Pout @ 2.85 GHz
20
+25°C
15
-40°C +85°C
10
5
0 0 5 10 15 20 25 30
Input Power (dBm)
Output Return Loss
-10
+25°C
-15
-40°C +85°C
-20
-25
-30 2.70 2.75 2.80 2.85 2.90 2.95 3.00
Frequency (GHz)
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M/A-COM Technology Solutions Inc. and its affiliates reserve the right to make changes to the product(s) or information contained herein without notice. Visit www.macom.com for additional data sheets and product information.
• North America Tel: 800.366.2266 / Fax: 978.366.2266 • Europe Tel: 44.1908.574.200 / Fax: 44.1908.574.300 • Asia/Pacific Tel: 81.44.844.8296 / Fax: 81.44.844.8298
MADL-011008
PIN Diode Limiter 50 MHz - 4 GHz
Lead-Free 1.2 x 1.5 mm 6-Lead PDFN†
Rev. V1
† Reference Application Note M538 for l.