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Technical content

Features

■ 1920MHz to 1980MHz Operation ■ Internally Matched to 50Ω on All RF Ports ■ Analog Voltage Variable Attenuator with 3.3V Control Range ■ Bypass mode of LNA for High Dynamic Range ■ Max Gain = 35dB Minimum ■ Noise Figure of 0.8dB Typical ■ Gain Control Range >35dB ■ High IIP3 = 2dBm ■ Single +5V Supply

Applications

■ Cellular Base Stations, Remote Radio Heads ■ Active Antenna Radios ■ 3G, LTE Infrastructure ■ Low Noise, Variable Gain with High Linearity RFLA1018S

RF Micro Devices Inc. 7628 Thorndike Road, Greensboro, NC 27409-9421 DS141204 trademarks, and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners. ©2013, RF Micro Devices, Inc. 2 of 12 Absolute Maximum Ratings Parameter Rating Unit Control Voltage +5.5 V Supply Voltage +5.5 V DC Supply Current 400 mA Power Dissipation 2000 mW Max RF Input Power 27 dBm Operating Temperature -40 to +85 °C Storage Temperature Range -40 to +150 °C Maximum Junction Temperature +160 °C ESD Rating - Human Body Model (HBM) 1000 (Class 1C) V Moisture Sensitivity Level MSL3 Caution! ESD sensitive device. RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances): Compliant per EU Directive 2011/65/EU. Exceeding any one or a combination of the Absolute Maximum Rating conditions may cause permanent damage to the device. Extended application of Absolute Maximum Rating conditions to the device may reduce device reliability. Specified typical performance or functional operation of the device under Absolute Maximum Rating conditions is not implied. Nominal Operating Parameters Parameter Specification Unit Condition Min Typ Max General Performance Electrical Specifications, TA = -40°C to 85°C, VCC = 4.75V to 5.25V, High Gain Mode, Standard Applications Circuit Operating Frequency Range 1920 1980 MHz Max Gain 35 38 dB Attenuation = Minimum, VCTRL = 0V 36 37.5 dB Attenuation = Minimum, VCTRL = 0V, Temp = 25°C Gain Flatness 0.7 1 dB Gain Range 13.7 35.9 dB All Conditions Output IP3 37 dBm Max Gain, Attenuation = Minimum, VCTRL = 0V Input IP3 0 2 dBm 30dB to 35dB Gain 1.5 9 dBm 29dB Gain 3 9 dBm 19dB to 28dB Gain Output P1dB (Max Gain) 25 dBm Attenuation = Minimum, VCTRL = 0V Input P1dB -14 -6 dBm 30dB to 35dB Gain; Minimum Input P1dB specifications can be relaxed 1dB between -10°C to -40°C -10 -3 dBm 29dB Gain; Minimum Input P1dB specifications can be relaxed 1dB between - 10°C to -40°C -7 0 dBm 19dB to 28dB Gain; Minimum Input P1dB specifications can be relaxed 1dB between -10°C to -40°C Noise Figure 0.8 1.25 dB 35dB Gain Input Return Loss -23 -20 dB 25dB to 35dB Gain; Maximum Return Loss specifications can be relaxed 2dB between -10°C to -40°C -24 -18 dB 19dB to 24dB Gain; Maximum Return Loss specifications can be relaxed 2dB between -10°C to -40°C

RF Micro Devices Inc. 7628 Thorndike Road, Greensboro, NC 27409-9421 DS141204 The information in this publication is believed to be accurate. However, no responsibility is assumed by RF Micro Devices, Inc. ("RFMD") for its use, nor for any infringement of patents or other rights of third parties resulting from its use. No license is granted by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights of RFMD. RFMD reserves the right to change component circuitry, recommended application circuitry and specifications at any time without prior notice. 3 of 12 RFLA1018S Parameter Specification Unit Condition Min Typ Max General Performance - Continued Electrical Specifications, TA = -40°C to 85°C, VCC = 4.75V to 5.25V, High Gain Mode, Standard Applications Circuit Reverse Isolation 60 76 dB 35dB Gain Output Return Loss -22 -15 dB 19dB to 35dB Gain; Maximum Return Loss specifications can be relaxed 2dB between -10°C to -40°C S11 Phase Variation 25 100 Deg 1950MHz when input return loss is between 20dB to 25dB over temperature range from 25° to 85°C General Performance Electrical Specifications, TA = -40°C to 85°C, VCC = 4.75V to 5.25V, Low Gain Mode, Standard Applications Circuit Operating Frequency 1920 1980 MHz Max Gain 20 22 dB Attenuation = Minimum, VCTRL = 0V Gain Flatness 0.4 1 dB Gain Range -2.7 20 dB All Conditions Output IP3 37 dBm Max Gain, Attenuation = Minimum, VCTRL = 0V Input IP3 14 20 dBm 12dB to 18dB Gain 18 22 dBm 3dB to 11dB Gain Output P1dB (Max Gain) 25 dBm Attenuation = Minimum, VCTRL = 0V Input P1dB 4 10 dBm 12dB to 18dB Gain; Minimum Input P1dB specifications can be relaxed 1dB between -10°C to -40°C 7 12 dBm 3dB to 11dB Gain; Minimum Input P1dB specifications can be relaxed 1dB between -10°C to -40°C Noise Figure 3.8 11.3 dB 18dB Gain Input Return Loss -22 -18 dB 3dB to 18dB Gain; Maximum return loss specification can be relaxed 2dB between -10°C and -40°C Output Return Loss -22 -15 dB S11 Phase Variation 25 100 Deg 1950MHz when input return loss is between 20dB to 25dB over temperature range from 25° to 85°C Power Supply Electrical Specifications, TA = -40°C to 85°C, VCC = 4.75V to 5.25V, Standard Application Circuit Supply Voltage 4.75 5 5.25 V VCTRL Voltage 0 3.3 V Logic High 2 5 V Logic Low 0 1 V Thermal Resistance 35.5 °C/W 85°C at 5V; TREF = Backside of Module

RF Micro Devices Inc. 7628 Thorndike Road, Greensboro, NC 27409-9421 DS141204 The information in this publication is believed to be accurate. However, no responsibility is assumed by RF Micro Devices, Inc. ("RFMD") for its use, nor for any infringement of patents or other rights of third parties resulting from its use. No license is granted by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights of RFMD. RFMD reserves the right to change component circuitry, recommended application circuitry and specifications at any time without prior notice. 4 of 12 RFLA1018S Parameter Specification Unit Condition Min Typ Max Current Electrical Specifications, TA = -40°C to 85°C, VCC = 4.75V to 5.25V, Low Gain Mode, Standard Application Circuit Supply Current 250 290 320 mA HG Mode Current 1 250 290 320 mA Current 2 160 200 225 mA LG Mode Notes: 1. LG Mode with 2nd LNA bypass VCC still applied 2. LG Mode with 2nd LNA bypass VCC disabled

RF Micro Devices Inc. 7628 Thorndike Road, Greensboro, NC 27409-9421 DS141204 The information in this publication is believed to be accurate. However, no responsibility is assumed by RF Micro Devices, Inc. ("RFMD") for its use, nor for any infringement of patents or other rights of third parties resulting from its use. No license is granted by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights of RFMD. RFMD reserves the right to change component circuitry, recommended application circuitry and specifications at any time without prior notice. 5 of 12 RFLA1018S Typical Performance: T = 25°C, VDD = 5V unless otherwise noted

RF Micro Devices Inc. 7628 Thorndike Road, Greensboro, NC 27409-9421 DS141204 The information in this publication is believed to be accurate. However, no responsibility is assumed by RF Micro Devices, Inc. ("RFMD") for its use, nor for any infringement of patents or other rights of third parties resulting from its use. No license is granted by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights of RFMD. RFMD reserves the right to change component circuitry, recommended application circuitry and specifications at any time without prior notice. 6 of 12 RFLA1018S Typical Performance: T = 25°C, VDD = 5V unless otherwise noted

RF Micro Devices Inc. 7628 Thorndike Road, Greensboro, NC 27409-9421 DS141204 The information in this publication is believed to be accurate. However, no responsibility is assumed by RF Micro Devices, Inc. ("RFMD") for its use, nor for any infringement of patents or other rights of third parties resulting from its use. No license is granted by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights of RFMD. RFMD reserves the right to change component circuitry, recommended application circuitry and specifications at any time without prior notice. 7 of 12 RFLA1018S Typical Performance: T = 25°C, VDD = 5V unless otherwise noted

RF Micro Devices Inc. 7628 Thorndike Road, Greensboro, NC 27409-9421 DS141204 The information in this publication is believed to be accurate. However, no responsibility is assumed by RF Micro Devices, Inc. ("RFMD") for its use, nor for any infringement of patents or other rights of third parties resulting from its use. No license is granted by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights of RFMD. RFMD reserves the right to change component circuitry, recommended application circuitry and specifications at any time without prior notice. 8 of 12 RFLA1018S Evaluation Board Schematic 1920MHz to 1980MHz Application Circuit

RF Micro Devices Inc. 7628 Thorndike Road, Greensboro, NC 27409-9421 DS141204 The information in this publication is believed to be accurate. However, no responsibility is assumed by RF Micro Devices, Inc. ("RFMD") for its use, nor for any infringement of patents or other rights of third parties resulting from its use. No license is granted by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights of RFMD. RFMD reserves the right to change component circuitry, recommended application circuitry and specifications at any time without prior notice. 9 of 12 RFLA1018S Evaluation Board Bill of Materials (BOM) 1920MHz to 1980MHz Application Circuit Description Reference Designator Manufacturer Manufacturer's P/N Evaluation Board DDI RFLA1018410(E) CAP, 0.1µF, 10%, 16V, X7R, 0402 C1, C3, C5-C6, C8-C9 Murata Electronics GRM155R71C104KA88D Do Not Place C2, C4, C7 CONN, SMA, END LNCH, UNIV, HYB MNT, FLT J1-J2 Heilind Electronics PER MAT-21-1038 RES, 0Ω, 0402 R1-R2 Kamaya, Inc. RMC1/16SJPTH CONN, HDR, ST, PLRZD, 9-PIN P1 ITW Pancon MPSS100-9-C RFLA1018S Module U1 RFMD RFLA1018S Evaluation Board Assembly Drawing 1920MHz to 1980MHz Application Circuit

RF Micro Devices Inc. 7628 Thorndike Road, Greensboro, NC 27409-9421 DS141204 The information in this publication is believed to be accurate. However, no responsibility is assumed by RF Micro Devices, Inc. ("RFMD") for its use, nor for any infringement of patents or other rights of third parties resulting from its use. No license is granted by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights of RFMD. RFMD reserves the right to change component circuitry, recommended application circuitry and specifications at any time without prior notice. 10 of 12 RFLA1018S Pin Names and Descriptions Pin Name Description

1 RFIN RF Input; internally 50Ω matched and DC blocked

2 GND Connect to low inductive path to ground

3 SCN Switch Control Line; See truth table

4 GND Connect to low inductive path to ground

5 VCC2 VCC Supplied; 0.1µF decoupled internal, supply voltage to 2nd stage LNA; Disable VCC supply in bypass mode to save DC current

6 SCP Switch Control Line; See truth table

7 VENID1 Pin grounded in module

8 VENID2 Pin grounded in module

9 VTRL Voltage Variable Attenuator Control Line; Max gain 0V

10 GND Connect to low inductive path to ground

11 GND Connect to low inductive path to ground

12 RFOUT RF Output; internally 50Ω match; External DC block required

13 GND Connect to low inductive path to ground

14 VCC3 VCC Supply; 0.1µF decoupling internal; supply voltage to stage 3 amplifier 15 VCC1 VCC Supply; 0.1µF decoupling internal; supply voltage to 1st stage amplifier

16 GND Connect to low inductive path to ground

RF Micro Devices Inc. 7628 Thorndike Road, Greensboro, NC 27409-9421 DS141204 The information in this publication is believed to be accurate. However, no responsibility is assumed by RF Micro Devices, Inc. ("RFMD") for its use, nor for any infringement of patents or other rights of third parties resulting from its use. No license is granted by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights of RFMD. RFMD reserves the right to change component circuitry, recommended application circuitry and specifications at any time without prior notice. 11 of 12 RFLA1018S Package Outline Drawing (Dimensions in millimeters)

RF Micro Devices Inc. 7628 Thorndike Road, Greensboro, NC 27409-9421 DS141204 The information in this publication is believed to be accurate. However, no responsibility is assumed by RF Micro Devices, Inc. ("RFMD") for its use, nor for any infringement of patents or other rights of third parties resulting from its use. No license is granted by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights of RFMD. RFMD reserves the right to change component circuitry, recommended application circuitry and specifications at any time without prior notice. 12 of 12 RFLA1018S PCB Stencil Drawing (Dimensions in millimeters) Branding Diagram