Overview
The ADF4372BCCZ-RL7 is a high-performance, wideband microwave voltage-controlled oscillator (VCO) and phase-locked loop (PLL) frequency synthesizer produced by Analog Devices Inc. This device is designed to generate frequencies from 62.5 MHz to 16 GHz, making it suitable for a variety of high-frequency applications. The ADF4372 operates with both analog and digital power supplies, ranging from 3.15 V to 3.45 V, and a VCO power supply of 5 V. It features a 3-wire interface for control of all on-chip registers and includes hardware and software power-down modes for efficient operation.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Package | 48-TFLGA Exposed Pad (7x7 mm) |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| Output Frequency Range | 62.5 MHz to 16 GHz |
| VCO Frequency Range | 4000 MHz to 8000 MHz |
| Supply Voltage (Analog/Digital) | 3.15 V to 3.45 V |
| VCO Supply Voltage | 3.3 V, 5 V |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C to 105°C |
| Input Type | CMOS, ECL |
| Divider/Multiplier | Yes/Yes |
| Phase Noise Floor | -234 dBc/Hz |
| Lock Time (with/without autocalibration) | Approximately 3 ms, <30 μs |
Key Features
- Integrated VCO with a fundamental output frequency ranging from 4000 MHz to 8000 MHz.
- Programmable divide by 1, 2, 4, 8, 16, 32, or 64 circuit to generate RF output frequencies as low as 62.5 MHz.
- Frequency multiplier to generate frequencies from 8 GHz to 16 GHz.
- RF output mute function.
- Hardware and software power-down modes.
- 3-wire interface for control of all on-chip registers.
- Harmonic filter to suppress unwanted products of frequency multiplication.
Applications
- Wireless infrastructure (multicarrier global system for mobile communication (MC-GSM), 5G).
- Test equipment and instrumentation.
- Clock generation.
- Aerospace and defense.
Q & A
- What is the output frequency range of the ADF4372BCCZ-RL7? The output frequency range is from 62.5 MHz to 16 GHz.
- What are the power supply voltage ranges for the ADF4372BCCZ-RL7? The device operates with analog and digital power supplies ranging from 3.15 V to 3.45 V, and a VCO power supply of 5 V.
- What is the package type of the ADF4372BCCZ-RL7? The package type is 48-TFLGA Exposed Pad (7x7 mm).
- What are the operating temperature ranges for the ADF4372BCCZ-RL7? The operating temperature ranges from -40°C to 105°C.
- Does the ADF4372BCCZ-RL7 support both CMOS and ECL inputs? Yes, it supports both CMOS and ECL inputs.
- What is the phase noise floor of the ADF4372BCCZ-RL7? The phase noise floor is -234 dBc/Hz.
- How long does it take for the ADF4372BCCZ-RL7 to lock with and without autocalibration? The lock time is approximately 3 ms with autocalibration and less than 30 μs without autocalibration.
- What are some of the key applications of the ADF4372BCCZ-RL7? Key applications include wireless infrastructure, test equipment and instrumentation, clock generation, and aerospace and defense.
- Does the ADF4372BCCZ-RL7 have power-down modes? Yes, it has both hardware and software power-down modes.
- How is the control of all on-chip registers achieved in the ADF4372BCCZ-RL7? Control of all on-chip registers is through a 3-wire interface.
