Flip-Chip Varactor Diode suits high frequency VCO tuning.
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Fabricated using GaAs process which provides full passivation, Model MAVR-000120-1411 is designed for tuning capacitance in 2–12 V range. Low parasitic capacitance and inductance allow for operation up to 30 GHz. Featuring package-less design with contacts that allow for standard solder reflow manufacturing, constant gamma device is suitable for police radar, electronic warfare, and aerospace/defense applications.
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MACOM Technology Solutions Announces New Solder-able Flip Chip Varactor
High Q Constant Gamma GaAs Varactor is Ideal for High Frequency VCO Tuning
Lowell, MA, –M/A-COM Technology Solutions Inc. (“MACOM”), a leading supplier of high performance analog semiconductor solutions, today announced a new broadband general purpose varactor diode for Multi-market applications.
The MAVR-000120-1411 is designed for customers who need a versatile, low cost, ultra-small varactor solution for Police Radar, Point to Point, Electronic Warfare and Aerospace and Defense applications. The device is a package-less varactor with contacts that allows for standard solder reflow manufacturing processes. Unlike its nearest alternatives, the MAVR-000120-1411 is fabricated using a GaAs process which provide customers full passivation for increased performance and reliability
The constant gamma varactor is designed for tuning capacitance in the 2-12V range. The low parasitic capacitance and inductance allow for operation up to 30GHz.
“This Flip-Chip is a high frequency GaAs varactor suitable for VCO applications where high Q operation is critical to design performance” said Paul Wade, Product Manager.
The table below outlines typical performance:
ParameterUnitsMAVR-000120-1411FrequencyGHzUp to 70Capacitance @ 0VpF1.1Capacitance @ 4VpF0.30-0.40Capacitance @ 10VpF0.14-0.20Gamma 2-12V-0.9-1.1Q-3000 minBreakdown VoltageV20 min
Production quantities and samples of MAVR-000120-1411 are available from stock. Final datasheets and additional product information can be obtained from the MACOM website at: www.macomtech.com
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