Overview
The HMC311SC70(E) from Analog Devices Inc. is a GaAs InGaP Heterojunction Bipolar Transistor (HBT) Gain Block MMIC amplifier designed to operate from DC to 8 GHz. This amplifier is packaged in an industry-standard SC70 package, making it suitable for a variety of applications requiring high gain and low noise. The HMC311SC70(E) can be used as either a cascadable 50 Ohm gain stage or to drive the LO port of HMC mixers with up to +15 dBm output power. It features a Darlington topology, which reduces sensitivity to normal process variations and ensures excellent gain stability over temperature with minimal external bias components.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Gain | 15 | dB |
| Output IP3 | +30 | dBm |
| P1dB Output Power | +15 | dBm |
| Supply Voltage | +5 | V |
| Supply Current | 54 | mA |
| Operating Temperature | -40 to +85 | °C |
| Storage Temperature | -65 to +150 | °C |
| Collector Bias Voltage (Vcc) | +7 | V |
| RF Input Power (RFIN) | +10 | dBm |
| Junction Temperature | 150 | °C |
| Continuous Power Dissipation (T = 85 °C) | 0.34 | W |
| Thermal Resistance (junction to lead) | 191 | °C/W |
| ESD Sensitivity (HBM) | Class 1A, Passed 250V |
Key Features
- Darlington topology for reduced sensitivity to process variations and excellent gain stability over temperature.
- Cascadable 50 Ohm I/O’s for flexible integration into various RF systems.
- Single +5V supply operation with low current consumption of 54 mA.
- Industry-standard SC70 package for ease of use and compatibility.
- Minimal number of external bias components required.
- High output IP3 of +30 dBm and P1dB output power of +15 dBm.
Applications
- Cellular / PCS / 3G
- WiBro / WiMAX / 4G
- Fixed Wireless & WLAN
- CATV & Cable Modem
- Microwave Radio & Test Equipment
Q & A
- What is the frequency range of the HMC311SC70(E) amplifier?
The HMC311SC70(E) operates from DC to 8 GHz.
- What is the gain of the HMC311SC70(E) amplifier?
The gain of the HMC311SC70(E) is 15 dB.
- What is the output IP3 of the HMC311SC70(E) amplifier?
The output IP3 of the HMC311SC70(E) is +30 dBm.
- What is the supply voltage and current for the HMC311SC70(E) amplifier?
The HMC311SC70(E) operates on a single +5V supply with a current consumption of 54 mA.
- What package type is the HMC311SC70(E) available in?
The HMC311SC70(E) is packaged in an industry-standard SC70 package.
- What are the typical applications for the HMC311SC70(E) amplifier?
The HMC311SC70(E) is ideal for cellular, PCS, 3G, WiBro, WiMAX, 4G, fixed wireless, WLAN, CATV, cable modem, and microwave radio and test equipment applications.
- What is the operating temperature range for the HMC311SC70(E) amplifier?
The operating temperature range is -40 to +85 °C.
- What is the thermal resistance of the HMC311SC70(E) amplifier?
The thermal resistance (junction to lead) is 191 °C/W.
- Does the HMC311SC70(E) require external bias components?
The HMC311SC70(E) requires a minimal number of external bias components due to its Darlington topology.
- What is the ESD sensitivity of the HMC311SC70(E) amplifier?
The HMC311SC70(E) has an ESD sensitivity of Class 1A, Passed 250V.
