CXE-2089Z
LINEAR GENERAL PURPOSE AMPLIFIER
Package: SOT-89
Features
50MHz to 1000MHz
Operation
Internally Matched Input and
Output
20dB Small Signal Gain
1.5dB Noise Figure
+24dBm Output Power
Single 5V to 9V Positive
Power Supply
CATV Distribution Amplifiers
Cable Modems
Broadband Gain Blocks
Laser Diode Driver
Return Channel Amplifier
Base Stations
Functional Block Diagram
Applications
Product Description
The CXE-2089Z is a general purpose, low-cost, high-linearity RF amplifier
IC. The device is manufactured on a Gallium Arsenide process and is fea-
tured in a small SOT-89 package. It has been designed for use as an easily
cascadable 75 gain block with a noise figure of less than 2dB. Gain flat-
ness better than 0.5dB from 50MHz to 1000MHz, and high linearity make
this part ideal for cable TV applications. Other applications include IF and
RF amplification in wireless voice and data communication products oper-
ating in the 50MHz to 1000MHz frequency range. The device is self-con-
tained with 75 input and output impedances providing less than 2:1
VSWR matching. For higher input and output return losses, see the evalu-
ation schematic.
Optimum Technology Matching® Applied
GaAs HBT
GaAs MESFET
InGaP HBT
SiGe BiCMOS
Si BiCMOS
SiGe HBT
GaAs pHEMT
Si CMOS
Si BJT
GaN HEMT
BiFET HBT
LDMOS
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CXE-2089Z
Absolute Maximum Ratings
Parameter
Device Current
Device Voltage
Input RF Power
Output Load VSWR
Ambient Operating Temperature
Storage Temperature
*Note: Case Temperature
Rating
175
9
+10
20:1
-40 to +85*
-40 to +150
Unit
mA
V
dBm
°C
°C
Caution! ESD sensitive device.
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 perfor-
mance or functional operation of the device under Absolute Maximum Rating condi-
tions is not implied.
The information in this publication is believed to be accurate and reliable. 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 appli-
cation circuitry and specifications at any time without prior notice.
RFMD Green: RoHS compliant per EU Directive 2002/95/EC, halogen free
per IEC 61249-2-21, < 1000ppm each of antimony trioxide in polymeric
materials and red phosphorus as a flame retardant, and <2% antimony in
solder.
Parameter
Electrical Characteristics
(75)
Frequency Range
Gain
Gain Flatness
Reverse Isolation
Noise Figure
Output IP
3
Min.
Specification
Typ.
Max.
Unit
Condition
T=25
o
C, V
DD
=7V, I
DD
=105mA, 75 System,
P
IN
=-8dBm
50
20
+0.5
24
1.5
1.5
38.5
36
36
1000
MHz
dB
dB
dB
dB
dB
dBm
dBm
dBm
dBm
dBm
dBm
dBm
dBm
dBm
dB
dB
dBc
dBc
dBc
3dB Bandwidth
50MHz to 1000MHz
50MHz to 1000MHz
50MHz to 1000MHz
500MHz
50MHz to 1000MHz
P
OUT
=0dBm, 50MHz, 6MHz tone spacing
P
OUT
=0dBm, 500MHz, 6MHz tone spacing
P
OUT
=0dBm, 1000MHz, 6MHz tone spacing
P
OUT
=0dBm, 50MHz, 55.25MHz tone spacing
P
OUT
=0dBm, 500MHz, 55.25MHz tone spac-
ing
P
OUT
=0dBm, 1000MHz, 55.25MHz tone spac-
ing
P
IN
=-8dBm, 50MHz
P
IN
=-8dBm, 500MHz
P
IN
=-8dBm, 1000MHz
50MHz to 1000MHz
50MHz to 1000MHz
55.25MHz to 550MHz, 110 CH, Flat Tilt,
+20dBmV out
55.25MHz to 550MHz, 110 CH, Flat Tilt,
+20dBmV out
55.25MHz to 550MHz, 110 CH, Flat Tilt,
+20dBmV out
Output IP
2
50.1
48
45
Output IP
1dB
23
23
22
Input Return Loss
Output Return Loss
CSO
CTB
XMOD
Device Operating Voltage
Device Operating Current
Thermal Resistance
6
13
14
65
75
80
7
105
8
V
mA
°C/W
Junction to lead
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Parameter
Electrical Characteristics
(50)
Frequency Range
Gain
Gain Flatness
Reverse Isolation
Noise Figure
Output IP
3
50
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Output IP
2
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Output IP
1dB
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Input Return Loss
Output Return Loss
Device Operating Voltage
Device Operating Current
Thermal Resistance
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6
20
+0.5
24
1.4
1.5
34.5
33
35
46
45
42
23
23
22
11
15
7
105
1000
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8
MHz
dB
dB
dB
dB
dB
dBm
dBm
dBm
dBm
dBm
dBm
dBm
dBm
dBm
dB
dB
V
mA
°C/W
Junction to lead
Min.
Specification
Typ.
Max.
Unit
Condition
T=25
o
C, V
DD
=7V, I
DD
=105mA, 50 System,
P
IN
=-8dBm
3dB Bandwidth
50MHz to 1000MHz
50MHz to 1000MHz
50MHz to 1000MHz
500MHz
50MHz to 1000MHz
P
OUT
=0dBm, 50MHz, 6MHz tone spacing
P
OUT
=0dBm, 500MHz, 6MHz tone spacing
P
OUT
=0dBm, 1000MHz, 6MHz tone spacing
P
OUT
=0dBm, 50MHz, 156MHz tone spacing
P
OUT
=0dBm, 500MHz, 156MHz tone spacing
P
OUT
=0dBm, 1000MHz, 156MHz tone spac-
ing
P
IN
=-8dBm, 50MHz
P
IN
=-8dBm, 500MHz
P
IN
=-8dBm, 1000MHz
50MHz to 1000MHz
50MHz to 1000MHz
Application Note
Due to design characteristics of the CXE-2089Z Linear Gain Amplifier, improvements in multi-tone distortion performance will
be seen with increased operating current up to 130mA. Degradation in multi-tone distortion may be seen when operating at
current levels below 105mA.
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Typical Performance Curves (75)
XMOD
110 Channels +20dBmV Output
120
120
CTB
110 Channels +20dBmV Output
100
100
80
80
XMOD
(dBc)
60
CTB (dBc)
60
40
40
20
-40
25
85
0
100
200
300
400
500
600
20
-40
25
85
0.0
100.0
200.0
300.0
400.0
500.0
600.0
0
0
Frequency (MHz)
Frequency (MHz)
CSO (Upper)
110 Channels +20dBmV Output
120
120
CSO (Lower)
110 Channels +20dBmV Output
100
100
80
80
CSO (dBc)
60
CSO (dBc)
60
40
40
20
-40
25
85
0
100
200
300
400
500
600
20
-40
25
85
0
100
200
300
400
500
600
0
0
Frequency (MHz)
Frequency (MHz)
Input Return Loss
0
0
Output Return Loss
-5
-5
-10
-10
S11 (dB)
-15
S22 (dB)
-15
-20
-20
-25
-40
25
85
0
200
400
600
800
1000
1200
-25
-40
25
85
0
200
400
600
800
1000
1200
-30
-30
Frequency (MHz)
Frequency (MHz)
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Typical Performance Curves (75)
Reverse Isolation
0
30
Gain
-5
25
-10
20
S12 (dB)
-15
S21(dB)
15
-20
10
-25
-30
0
200
400
600
800
1000
-40
25
85
1200
5
-40
25
85
0
200
400
600
800
1000
1200
0
Frequency (MHz)
Frequency (MHz)
Noise Figure
3.0
40
35
2.5
30
2.0
25
Output P1dB
Noise
Figure
(dB)
1.5
P1dB (dB)
20
15
10
1.0
0.5
-40
25
85
0
200
400
600
800
1000
1200
5
0
0
200
400
600
800
1000
-40
25
85
1200
0.0
Frequency (MHz)
Frequency (MHz)
Output IP2
60
60.0
Output IP3
50
50.0
40
40.0
OIP2 (dB)
30
OIP3 (dB)
30.0
20.0
20
10
-40
25
85
0
200
400
600
800
1000
1200
10.0
-40
25
85
0.0
200.0
400.0
600.0
800.0
1000.0
1200.0
0
0.0
Frequency (MHz)
Frequency (MHz)
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