Overview
The HMC1162LP5E from Analog Devices Inc. is a monolithic microwave integrated circuit (MMIC) voltage-controlled oscillator (VCO) designed for high-frequency applications. This device integrates a resonator, a negative resistance device, and varactor diodes, providing excellent output power and phase noise performance over temperature. The VCO operates within a frequency range of 9.25 GHz to 10.10 GHz and also features a half-frequency output from 4.625 GHz to 5.050 GHz. It is housed in a RoHS-compliant, 32-lead LFCSP package and requires no external matching components, making it highly integrated and convenient for use in various microwave systems.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Min | Typical | Max | Unit | Test Conditions/Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frequency Range (fOUT) | 9.25 GHz | - | 10.10 GHz | - | - |
| Frequency Range (fOUT/2) | 4.625 GHz | - | 5.050 GHz | - | - |
| Power Output (POUT) at RFOUT | 7 dBm | 11 dBm | 15 dBm | - | VCC = 5 V |
| Power Output (POUT) at RFOUT/2 | 3 dBm | 7.5 dBm | 12 dBm | - | VCC = 5 V |
| Supply Current (ICC) | 160 mA | 230 mA | 310 mA | - | VCC = 5.00 V |
| Tuning Voltage (VTUNE) | 2 V | - | 13 V | - | - |
| Tuning Sensitivity | 50 MHz/V | 350 MHz/V | - | - | - |
| Single-Sideband (SSB) Phase Noise | -115 dBc/Hz | - | - | - | at 100 kHz |
Key Features
- Dual output frequencies: fOUT = 9.25 GHz to 10.10 GHz and fOUT/2 = 4.625 GHz to 5.050 GHz
- High power output: 11 dBm typical at RFOUT and 7.5 dBm typical at RFOUT/2
- Excellent phase noise performance: −115 dBc/Hz at 100 kHz
- No external resonator or matching components required
- RoHS-compliant, 32-lead LFCSP package
- Single 5 V supply voltage
- Low drift rate and pulling characteristics
Applications
- Point to point and multipoint radios
- Test equipment and industrial controls
- Very small aperture terminals (VSATs)
Q & A
- What is the frequency range of the HMC1162LP5E VCO?
The frequency range of the HMC1162LP5E VCO is 9.25 GHz to 10.10 GHz, with a half-frequency output range of 4.625 GHz to 5.050 GHz.
- What is the typical power output of the HMC1162LP5E?
The typical power output is 11 dBm at RFOUT and 7.5 dBm at RFOUT/2.
- Does the HMC1162LP5E require any external components?
No, the HMC1162LP5E does not require any external resonator or matching components.
- What is the phase noise performance of the HMC1162LP5E?
The single-sideband (SSB) phase noise is −115 dBc/Hz at 100 kHz.
- What is the supply voltage for the HMC1162LP5E?
The supply voltage is 5 V.
- What is the package type of the HMC1162LP5E?
The HMC1162LP5E is housed in a RoHS-compliant, 32-lead LFCSP package.
- What are the typical applications of the HMC1162LP5E?
The HMC1162LP5E is typically used in point to point and multipoint radios, test equipment, industrial controls, and very small aperture terminals (VSATs).
- How does the HMC1162LP5E handle temperature variations?
The HMC1162LP5E maintains excellent output power and phase noise performance over temperature due to its monolithic construction.
- What is the drift rate of the HMC1162LP5E?
The drift rate is 1.0 MHz/°C.
- What is the pulling characteristic of the HMC1162LP5E?
The pulling is 0.5 MHz p-p into a 2.0:1 voltage standing wave ratio (VSWR).
