Overview
The HMC306AMS10E is a general-purpose broadband 5-bit positive control GaAs IC digital attenuator produced by Analog Devices Inc. This component is designed for a wide range of frequencies, covering 0.7 to 3.8 GHz, and is packaged in a 10-lead MSOP surface mount plastic package. The attenuator features 0.5 dB least significant bit (LSB) steps, providing a total attenuation range of 15.5 dB. It is known for its excellent attenuation accuracy and high linearity, making it suitable for various high-frequency applications.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Frequency Range (GHz) | Min. | Typical | Max. | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Insertion Loss | 0.7 - 1.4 | 1.3 | 1.5 | 1.6 | dB |
| 1.4 - 2.3 | 1.5 | 1.8 | 2.0 | dB | |
| 2.3 - 2.7 | 1.8 | 2.3 | 2.5 | dB | |
| 2.7 - 3.8 | 2.3 | 2.7 | dB | ||
| Attenuation Range | 15.5 | dB | |||
| Bit Error | ± 0.2 | dB | |||
| IIP3 | Up to +52 | dBm | |||
| Control Voltage | 0 to +3 to +5V | V | |||
| Vdd Bias | +3 to +5V | V |
Key Features
- 0.5 dB least significant bit (LSB) steps with a total attenuation range of 15.5 dB.
- Excellent attenuation accuracy with a typical bit error of ± 0.2 dB.
- High linearity with an IIP3 of up to +52 dBm.
- Single positive control per bit with control voltage inputs toggled between 0 and +3 to +5V.
- Miniature 10-lead MSOP surface mount plastic package.
- RoHS-compliant.
Applications
- Cellular and UMTS/3G infrastructure.
- ISM, MMDS, WLAN, and WiMAX systems.
- Microwave radio and VSAT applications.
- Test equipment and sensors.
Q & A
- What is the frequency range of the HMC306AMS10E?
The HMC306AMS10E operates over a frequency range of 0.7 to 3.8 GHz.
- What is the total attenuation range of the HMC306AMS10E?
The total attenuation range is 15.5 dB with 0.5 dB least significant bit (LSB) steps.
- What is the typical insertion loss of the HMC306AMS10E?
The typical insertion loss varies by frequency but is generally less than 1.5 to 2.3 dB.
- What is the bit error of the HMC306AMS10E?
The typical bit error is ± 0.2 dB.
- What is the IIP3 of the HMC306AMS10E?
The IIP3 is up to +52 dBm.
- How is the control voltage applied to the HMC306AMS10E?
The control voltage inputs are toggled between 0 and +3 to +5V.
- What is the required Vdd bias for the HMC306AMS10E?
The Vdd bias is +3 to +5V applied through an external 5K Ohm resistor.
- Is the HMC306AMS10E RoHS-compliant?
Yes, the HMC306AMS10E is RoHS-compliant.
- What are the typical applications of the HMC306AMS10E?
Typical applications include cellular and UMTS/3G infrastructure, ISM, MMDS, WLAN, WiMAX, microwave radio, VSAT, test equipment, and sensors.
- What package type is the HMC306AMS10E available in?
The HMC306AMS10E is available in a 10-lead MSOP surface mount plastic package.
