MAX9730
Thermal Considerations
Class G amplifiers provide much better efficiency and
thermal performance than a comparable Class AB
amplifier. However, the system’s thermal performance
must be considered with realistic expectations and
include consideration of many parameters. This section
examines Class G amplifiers using general examples to
illustrate good design practices.
TQFN Considerations
The exposed pad is the primary route of keeping heat
away from the IC. With a bottom-side exposed pad, the
PCB and its copper become the primary heatsink for
the Class G amplifier. Solder the exposed pad to a
large copper polygon that is connected to the ground
plane.
The copper polygon to which the exposed pad is
attached should have multiple vias to the opposite side
of the PCB, where they connect to GND. Make this
polygon as large as possible within the system’s con-
straints.
WLP Applications Information
For the latest application details on WLP construction,
dimensions, tape carrier information, PCB techniques,
bump-pad layout, and recommended reflow tempera-
ture profile, as well as the latest information on reliability
testing results, go to the Maxim website at www.maxim-
ic.com/ucsp for the application note,
UCSP—A Wafer-
Level Chip-Scale Package
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2.4W, Single-Supply, Class G Power Amplifier
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Typical Application Circuit/Functional Diagram
