Overview
The HMC3653LP3BE is a High Electron Mobility Transistor (HBT) Gain Block Monolithic Microwave Integrated Circuit (MMIC) amplifier designed and manufactured by Analog Devices Inc. This versatile amplifier operates over a frequency range of 7 GHz to 15 GHz and is packaged in a 3x3 mm plastic QFN Surface Mount Technology (SMT) package. It is ideal for use as a cascadable Intermediate Frequency (IF) or Radio Frequency (RF) gain stage in 50 Ohm applications.
The amplifier delivers a gain of up to 15 dB and an output power for 1 dB compression (P1dB) of +15 dBm, with a low noise figure of 4 dB. These characteristics make it suitable for a variety of high-performance RF and microwave applications.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Min. | Typ. | Max. | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frequency Range | 7 - 9 | 9 - 14 | 14 - 15 | GHz |
| Gain | 10.5 | 14 | 12 - 15 | dB |
| Gain Variation Over Temperature | 0.016 | 0.016 | 0.022 | dB / °C |
| Input Return Loss | 14 | 15 | 11 | dB |
| Output Return Loss | 8 | 8 | 7 | dB |
| Output Power for 1 dB Compression (P1dB) | 13 | 16 | 12 - 15 | dBm |
| Output Third Order Intercept (IP3) | 26 | 28 | 26 | dBm |
| Noise Figure | 6 | 4 | 4 | dB |
| Icc (Vpd = 5V) | 40 | 55 | 40 - 55 | mA |
| Icc (Vpd = 0V) | 4 | 6 | 4 - 6 | mA |
Key Features
- High Frequency Range: Operates from 7 GHz to 15 GHz, making it suitable for various RF and microwave applications.
- High Gain: Delivers up to 15 dB of gain, enhancing signal strength in cascaded IF or RF gain stages.
- Low Noise Figure: A noise figure of 4 dB ensures minimal noise contribution to the signal chain.
- High Output IP3: An output third-order intercept point (IP3) of +28 dBm, indicating high linearity and resistance to distortion.
- Single Positive Supply: Operates with a single positive supply voltage of +5V, simplifying power management.
- Compact Package: Packaged in a 3x3 mm plastic QFN SMT package, suitable for space-constrained designs.
- RoHS Compliance: The device is RoHS-compliant, ensuring environmental sustainability.
Applications
- Point-to-Point Radios: Ideal for high-gain, low-noise applications in point-to-point radio systems.
- Point-to-Multipoint Radios: Suitable for use in point-to-multipoint radio systems requiring high gain and linearity.
- VSAT (Very Small Aperture Terminal): Used in VSAT systems for satellite communications.
- LO Driver for HMC Mixers: Can be used as a local oscillator (LO) driver in mixer applications.
- Military EW & ECM: Applicable in military electronic warfare (EW) and electronic countermeasures (ECM) systems.
Q & A
- What is the frequency range of the HMC3653LP3BE?
The HMC3653LP3BE operates over a frequency range of 7 GHz to 15 GHz.
- What is the typical gain of the HMC3653LP3BE?
The typical gain of the HMC3653LP3BE is 14 dB.
- What is the noise figure of the HMC3653LP3BE?
The noise figure of the HMC3653LP3BE is typically 4 dB.
- What is the output power for 1 dB compression (P1dB) of the HMC3653LP3BE?
The output power for 1 dB compression (P1dB) is typically +16 dBm.
- What is the output third-order intercept point (IP3) of the HMC3653LP3BE?
The output third-order intercept point (IP3) is typically +28 dBm.
- What is the supply voltage requirement for the HMC3653LP3BE?
The HMC3653LP3BE operates with a single positive supply voltage of +5V.
- What is the package type of the HMC3653LP3BE?
The HMC3653LP3BE is packaged in a 3x3 mm plastic QFN SMT package.
- Is the HMC3653LP3BE RoHS-compliant?
Yes, the HMC3653LP3BE is RoHS-compliant.
- What are some typical applications of the HMC3653LP3BE?
Typical applications include point-to-point radios, point-to-multipoint radios, VSAT, LO driver for HMC mixers, and military EW & ECM systems.
- How should the PCB be designed for the HMC3653LP3BE?
The PCB should use RF circuit design techniques, with signal lines having 50 Ohm impedance, and the package ground leads and exposed paddle connected directly to the ground plane.
