Overview
The ADF41513BCPZ is a high-performance RF IC designed by Analog Devices Inc. It is an ultralow noise frequency synthesizer capable of implementing local oscillators (LOs) up to 26.5 GHz. This device is fabricated using a high-performance silicon germanium (SiGe) bipolar complementary metal-oxide semiconductor (BiCMOS) process, achieving exceptional phase noise performance. The ADF41513 is suitable for various high-frequency applications, including wireless infrastructure, test equipment, and aerospace and defense systems.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Frequency Range | 1 GHz to 26.5 GHz |
| Phase Noise (Integer N) | −235 dBc/Hz |
| Phase Noise (Fractional N) | −231 dBc/Hz |
| Maximum PFD Frequency (Integer N) | 250 MHz |
| Maximum PFD Frequency (Fractional N) | 125 MHz |
| Fractional Modulus Mode | 25-bit fixed / 49-bit variable |
| Reference Input | Single-ended, ac-coupled |
| Power Supply | 3.3 V |
| Logic Capability | Integrated 1.8 V logic |
| Operating Temperature Range | −40°C to +105°C |
| Package Type | 48-WFQFN Exposed Pad, CSP |
Key Features
- Ultralow noise PLL with high maximum PFD frequency
- Programmable charge pump currents with a 16× range
- Digital lock detect and phase resync capabilities
- 3-wire serial interface with register readback option
- Hardware and software power-down modes
- Integrated 1.8 V logic capability
- Single-ended reference input and ac-coupled signal acceptance
Applications
- Test equipment and instrumentation
- Wireless infrastructure
- Microwave point to point and multipoint radios
- Very small aperture terminal (VSAT) radios
- Aerospace and defense systems
Q & A
- What is the frequency range of the ADF41513BCPZ?
The ADF41513BCPZ operates within a frequency range of 1 GHz to 26.5 GHz. - What is the phase noise performance of the ADF41513BCPZ?
The device achieves a phase noise of −235 dBc/Hz in integer N mode and −231 dBc/Hz in fractional N mode. - What is the maximum PFD frequency for the ADF41513BCPZ?
The maximum PFD frequency is 250 MHz for integer N mode and 125 MHz for fractional N mode. - What type of logic capability does the ADF41513BCPZ have?
The device has integrated 1.8 V logic capability. - What is the operating temperature range of the ADF41513BCPZ?
The operating temperature range is from −40°C to +105°C. - What type of package does the ADF41513BCPZ come in?
The device comes in a 48-WFQFN Exposed Pad, CSP package. - Does the ADF41513BCPZ have power-down modes?
Yes, it has both hardware and software power-down modes. - How is the reference input configured on the ADF41513BCPZ?
The reference input is single-ended and ac-coupled. - What is the purpose of the programmable charge pump currents?
The programmable charge pump currents offer a 16× range, enhancing flexibility in different applications. - Is there an evaluation board available for the ADF41513BCPZ?
Yes, evaluation boards such as the EV-ADF41513SD1Z, EV-ADF41513SD2Z, and EV-ADF41513SD3Z are available for evaluating the device's features.
