ATF-36077
2–18 GHz Ultra Low Noise Pseudomorphic HEMT
Data Sheet
Features
• PHEMT Technology
• Ultra-Low Noise Figure:
0.5 dB Typical at 12 GHz
0.3 dB Typical at 4 GHz
• High Associated Gain:
12 dB Typical at 12 GHz
17 dB Typical at 4 GHz
• Low Parasitic Ceramic Microstrip Package
• Tape-and-Reel Packing Option Available
Applications
• 12 GHz DBS LNB (Low Noise Block)
• 4 GHz TVRO LNB (Low Noise Block)
• Ultra-Sensitive Low Noise Ampliers
Pin Conguration
77 Package
ATF-36077 fig 1
NOISE FIGURE (dB)
0
0
FREQUENCY (GHz)
8 16 20
1.2
0.8
0.4
4
12
Ga
ASSOCIATED GAIN (dB)
NF
10
15
20
25
[1]
Note: 1.
See Noise Parameter Table.
Description
Avago Technologies' ATF-36077 is an ultra-low-noise Pseudo-
morphic High Electron Mobility Transistor (PHEMT), pack-
aged in a low parasitic, surface-mountable ceramic package.
Properly matched, this transistor will provide typical 12
GHz noise gures of 0.5 dB, or typical 4 GHz noise gures
of 0.3 dB. Additionally, the ATF-36077 has very low noise
resistance, reducing the sensitivity of noise performance to
variations in input impedance match, making the design of
broadband low noise ampliers much easier. The premium
sensitivity of the ATF-36077 makes this device the ideal
choice for use in the rst stage of extremely low noise
cascades. The repeatable performance and consistency
make it appropriate for use in Ku-band Direct Broad-cast
Satellite (DBS) Television systems, C-band Television Receive
Only (TVRO) LNAs, or other low noise ampliers operating
in the 2-18 GHz frequency range.
This GaAs PHEMT device has a nominal 0.2 micron gate
length with a total gate periphery (width) of 200 microns.
Proven gold based metalization systems and nitride pas-
sivation assure rugged, reliable devices.
Figure 1. ATF-36077 Optimum Noise Figure and Associated
Gain vs. Frequency for V
DS
= 1.5 V, I
D
= 10 mA.
1
GATE
3
DRAIN
2 SOURCE
4 SOURCE
360