MAX3942
10Gbps Modulator Driver
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Exposed-Pad Package
The exposed pad on the 24-pin QFN provides a very
low thermal resistance path for heat removal from the
IC. The pad is also electrical ground on the MAX3942
and must be soldered to the circuit board ground for
proper thermal and electrical performance. Refer to
Maxim Application Note
HFAN-08.1: Thermal
Considerations of QFN and Other Exposed-Paddle
Packages
for additional information.
Figure 6. Simplified Output Circuit
EE.
