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VAM-6 - Mini-Circuits

Description: Surface Mount Monolithic Amplifier

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VAM-6 Details

  • Manufacturer Part Number:

    VAM-6

  • Part Life Cycle Code:

    Obsolete

  • Package Description:

    PLASTIC, CASE MMM168, SOT-143, 4 PIN

  • Manufacturer:

    Mini-Circuits

  • YTEOL:

    0

  • Additional Feature:

    LOW NOISE

  • Characteristic Impedance:

    50 Ω

  • Construction:

    COMPONENT

  • Gain:

    8 dB

  • Input Power-Max (CW):

    13 dBm

  • JESD-609 Code:

    e0

  • Mounting Feature:

    SURFACE MOUNT

  • Number of Terminals:

    4

  • Operating Frequency-Max:

    2000 MHz

  • Operating Temperature-Max:

    85 °C

  • Operating Temperature-Min:

    -20 °C

  • Package Body Material:

    PLASTIC/EPOXY

  • Package Equivalence Code:

    TO-253

  • Power Supplies:

    3.3 V

  • RF/Microwave Device Type:

    WIDE BAND LOW POWER

  • Supply Current-Max:

    16 mA

  • Surface Mount:

    YES

  • Technology:

    HYBRID

  • Terminal Finish:

    Tin/Lead (Sn/Pb)

  • VSWR-Max:

    1.5

VAM-6 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

  • Mini-Circuits recommends a 4-layer PCB with a solid ground plane, and a 50-ohm microstrip transmission line for the RF signal path. The device should be placed near the edge of the board to minimize parasitic inductance.
  • VAM-6 has a thermal pad on the bottom of the package. Ensure good thermal contact with the PCB by using a thermal via or a thermal pad on the PCB. Also, keep the ambient temperature below 85°C to prevent overheating.
  • The maximum input power for VAM-6 is 23 dBm. Exceeding this limit may cause damage to the device or affect its performance.
  • Yes, VAM-6 can be used in switching applications, but it's essential to ensure that the device is properly biased and that the switching frequency is within the recommended range (typically up to 100 kHz).
  • Check the DC bias voltage, ensure proper PCB layout and thermal management, and verify that the input power is within the recommended range. Also, check for any signs of physical damage or contamination.

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About Mini-Circuits

Mini-Circuits is a global leader in the design, manufacturing, and distribution of RF and microwave components and systems. The company's product portfolio includes a vast array of components such as amplifiers, mixers, splitters, couplers, filters, switches, and attenuators, among others. These components cover frequency ranges from DC to 65 GHz and beyond, serving applications in wireless communication, satellite communication, radar systems, test and measurement equipment, medical devices, and more.

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