Overview
The HMC1040CHIPS-SX, produced by Analog Devices Inc., is a gallium arsenide (GaAs) pseudomorphic high electron mobility transistor (pHEMT) monolithic microwave integrated circuit (MMIC) designed as a low noise wideband amplifier. This component operates over a frequency range of 20 GHz to 44 GHz, making it suitable for various high-frequency applications. It is self-biased and requires a supply voltage of 2.5 V, drawing a typical current of 65 mA. The amplifier is characterized by its high gain, low noise figure, and high output third-order intercept (IP3), making it ideal for applications requiring high performance and reliability.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Symbol | Min | Typ | Max | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frequency Range | - | 20 | - | 44 | GHz |
| Gain | - | - | 25.0 | - | dB |
| Noise Figure | NF | 2.5 | 2.7 | - | dB |
| Return Loss (Input) | - | - | 13 | - | dB |
| Return Loss (Output) | - | - | 13 | - | dB |
| Output Power for 1 dB Compression (P1dB) | - | - | 13.5 | - | dBm |
| Saturated Output Power (PSAT) | - | - | 14.5 | - | dBm |
| Output Third-Order Intercept (IP3) | - | - | 25.5 | - | dBm |
| Supply Current (IDQ) | IDQ | - | 65 | - | mA |
| Supply Voltage (VDD) | VDD | 2 | 2.5 | 3.5 | V |
Key Features
- Low noise figure: 2 dB typical
- High gain: 25.0 dB typical
- High output IP3: 25.5 dBm typical
- Self-biased operation
- Internally matched inputs and outputs to 50 Ω
- Compact die size: 1.309 mm × 1.48 mm × 0.102 mm
- RoHS compliant
Applications
- Software defined radios
- Electronic warfare
- Radar applications
- Satellite communication
- Telecommunications
- Instrumentation
Q & A
- What is the frequency range of the HMC1040CHIPS-SX? The HMC1040CHIPS-SX operates over a frequency range of 20 GHz to 44 GHz.
- What is the typical gain of the HMC1040CHIPS-SX? The typical gain is 25.0 dB.
- What is the typical noise figure of the HMC1040CHIPS-SX? The typical noise figure is 2 dB.
- What is the output third-order intercept (IP3) of the HMC1040CHIPS-SX? The typical output IP3 is 25.5 dBm.
- What is the supply voltage and current for the HMC1040CHIPS-SX? The supply voltage is 2.5 V, and the typical supply current is 65 mA.
- Is the HMC1040CHIPS-SX internally matched? Yes, the inputs and outputs are internally matched to 50 Ω.
- What are some common applications of the HMC1040CHIPS-SX? Common applications include software defined radios, electronic warfare, radar applications, satellite communication, telecommunications, and instrumentation.
- Is the HMC1040CHIPS-SX RoHS compliant? Yes, the HMC1040CHIPS-SX is RoHS compliant.
- What is the die size of the HMC1040CHIPS-SX? The die size is 1.309 mm × 1.48 mm × 0.102 mm.
- What is the typical saturated output power (PSAT) of the HMC1040CHIPS-SX? The typical saturated output power is 14.5 dBm.
