Power Amplifier with T/R Switch
for 802.11b
Features
• WLAN and Bluetooth Applications
• Meets 802.11b Spectral Mask Requirements at +20
dBm PA Output Power
• Integrated SPDT Switch
• Integrated Detector
• Downset Leadframe for Excellent Heat Dissipation
• High Power, Low Power, Shutdown Modes
Description
The AM52-0023 is a two stage power amplifier designed
for 802.11b and other 2.4 GHz applications. This
product includes a detector and a T/R switch. Transmit
specifications are given at the antenna port and include
the switch insertion loss. The small size and height of
the AM52-0023 make it ideal for PC card applications.
The AM52-0023 has three operating modes; High
Power, Low Power, and Shutdown. The High Power
Mode has both the first and second PA stages biased on
and is achieved by setting both Vctrl1 and Vctrl2 to +3
volts. The Low Power Mode has the first PA stage on
and the second PA stage off and is achieved by setting
Vctrl1 to +3 volts and Vctrl2 to 0 volts. The Shutdown
Mode is achieved by setting both Vctrl1 and Vctrl2 to 0
volts.
Handling Procedures
Please observe the following precautions to avoid
damage to the AM52-0023:
Static Sensitivity
Gallium arsenide integrated circuits are ESD
sensitive and can be damaged by static electricity.
Use proper ESD precautions when handling these
devices.
Ordering Information
Part Number Description
AM52-0023TR 7 inch, 1000 piece reel
AM52-0023TR-3000 13 inch, 3000 piece reel
AM52-0023SMB AM52-0023 Sample Test Board
Functional Schematic
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OUT
PA
V
NC RX
V
SUP
TX
NC
SW
ANT
SW
V
V
RF
SUP
SUP
NC
NC
CTRL
V
V
V
IN
V
V
V
Pin Configuration
Pin No. Function Description
3, 5, 9, 14 NC No Connection
4 RFIN RF Input to Amplifier
1, 2, 7, 18, 20 V
6 V
8 V
10 RX Receive Port on Switch
11 SWTX Switch Control
12 ANT Switch Antenna Port
13 SWRX Switch Control
15 TX Switch Transmit Port
16 PA
17 V
19 V
Base GND RF/DC Ground
DC Supply
SUPPLY
Power Control, Stage 1
CTRL1
Power Control, Stage 2
CTRL2
OUT/VSUP
PA Output, DC Supply
Detected Output Power
DET
Detector Control
CTL
RX
Specifications subject to change without notice.
n North America: Tel. (800) 366-2266
n Asia/Pacific: Tel.+81-44-844-8296, Fax +81-44-844-8298
n Europe: Tel. +44 (1344) 869 595, Fax+44 (1344) 300 020 1
Visit www.macom.com for additional data sheets and product information.
Part Description
Power Amplifier with T/R Switch for 802.11b
Absolute Maximum Ratings1
Parameter Maximum
Max Input Power (2.4 -2.5 GHz)
Operating Voltages +5.5 volts
Operating Temperature
Channel Temperature +150 °C
Storage Temperature -40 °C to +150 °C
1. Exceeding any one or combination of these limits may cause permanent damage.
Electrical Specifications
Frequency GHz 2.4 2.5
Control voltage range V 0.0 3.0
Input Return Loss at RFin Pin=0 dBm, V
Output Power at ANT Pin=0 dBm, V
1 dB Compresson at ANT V
Saturated Power at ANT V
Power Gain at ANT Pin=0 dBm, V
Current, Operating Pin=0 dBm, V
Control current Pin=0 dBm, V
Isolation, Forward (RFIN to ANT) V
Isolation, ANT to RX VTX=3.0V, VRX=0.0V dB 18 20
Insertion loss, ANT to RX VTX=0.0V, VRX=3.0V dB 0.7 0.9
Harmonics, all PIN=0 dBm, P
Detector Output Pin=0 dBm, V
Duty cycle % 100
Output Power for Linear Operation At ANT, Compliance with 802.11b DSSS dBm 20
Stability +3.0V<VCC<+3.6V, P
Ruggedness +3.0V<VCC<+5.5V, P
+ 10 dBm
-40 °C to +85 °C
1,2
: TC=+38°C
=3.0V, V
=3.0V, V
=3.0V, V
=3.0V, V
CTRL1
=3.0V, V
CTRL1
=3.0V, V
CTRL1
=3.0V, V
CTRL1
=3.0V dBm 23
CTRL2
=3.0V dBm 24
CTRL2
=3.0V, V
CTRL1
=3.0V, V
CTRL1
=3.0V, V
CTRL1
=3.0V, V
CTRL1
=0.0V, V
CTRL1
=3.0V, V
CTRL1
=3.0V, V
CTRL1
=0.0V, VTX=0.0V, VRX=3.0V dB 45
CTRL2
=23 dBm, V
OUT
=3.0V, V
CTRL1
OUT
OUT
Pin=0 dBm, V
Pin=0 dBm, V
CTRL1
CTRL1
Pin=0 dBm, V
Pin=0 dBm, V
Pin=0 dBm, V
Pin=0 dBm, V
CTRL1
-25ºC< TC<+85ºC, RBW=3MHz max hold
=3.0V
CTRL2
=0.0V
CTRL2
=3.0V
CTRL2
=0.0V
CTRL2
=3.0V
CTRL2
=0.0V
CTRL2
=3.0V (High Power Mode)
CTRL2
=0.0V (Low Power Mode)
CTRL2
=0.0V (Shutdown Mode)
CTRL2
=3.0V
CTRL2
=0.0V
CTRL2
=3.0V, V
CTRL1
=3.0V V 1.4 1.6
CTRL2
<20dBm, VSWR<6:1,
<23dBm, VSWR<10:1 No permanent damage
dB
dB
dBm
dBm
dB
dB
mA
mA
uA
mA
mA
=3.0V dBc -40
CTRL2
14
14
20
18
-2
250
5
24
20
0
20
0
22
10
0.2
All spurs <-70dBc
300
30
1. Test frequency is 2450 MHz unless otherwise specified.
2. Supply voltage is +3.0 volts unless otherwise specificied.
Switch Logic Table
Insertion Loss Path Isolated Path SWRX SWTX
RX/ANT TX/ANT 1 0
TX/ANT RX/ANT 0 1
1. “0” = 0 +/- 0.2 volts
2. “1” = +2.7 to +5 volts
3. DC Blocking capacitors required on all T/R switch RF ports (pins 10, 12, and 15)
1,2,3
Specifications subject to change without notice.
n North America: Tel. (800) 366-2266
n Asia/Pacific: Tel.+81-44-844-8296, Fax +81-44-844-8298
n Europe: Tel. +44 (1344) 869 595, Fax+44 (1344) 300 020 2