Overview
The HMC372LP3E is a GaAs pHEMT MMIC (Monolithic Microwave Integrated Circuit) Low Noise Amplifier designed and manufactured by Analog Devices Inc. This amplifier is optimized for use in cellular basestation front-end receivers, particularly for GSM, GPRS, EDGE, CDMA, and W-CDMA applications. It operates within the frequency range of 700 to 1000 MHz, offering high performance and reliability in wireless communication systems.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Min. | Typ. | Max. | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frequency Range | 700 | 810-960 | 1000 | MHz |
| Gain | 12.5 | 14.5 | 15.5 | dB |
| Noise Figure | 1.0 | 1.3 | 1.5 | dB |
| Input Return Loss | 25 | 25 | - | dB |
| Output Return Loss | 12 | 14 | - | dB |
| Reverse Isolation | 20 | 22 | - | dB |
| Output Power for 1dB Compression (P1dB) | 17 | 21 | 20 | dBm |
| Saturated Output Power (Psat) | 22.5 | 23.5 | - | dBm |
| Output Third Order Intercept (IP3) | 34 | 35 | - | dBm |
| Operating Supply Voltage | 4.5 | 5.0 | 5.5 | V |
| Operating Supply Current | - | 100 | - | mA |
| Package | - | 16-Lead LFCSP (3x3 mm) | - | - |
Key Features
- High gain of 14.5 dB with low noise figure of 1.3 dB
- Operates from a single +5V supply at 100 mA
- 50 Ohm matched input and output
- Very stable gain over supply and temperature variations
- Requires only four external components for RF input match, RF ground, and DC bias
- RoHS-compliant Low Stress Injection Molded Plastic package
Applications
- GSM, GPRS, and EDGE cellular basestation receivers
- CDMA and W-CDMA cellular basestation receivers
- Private Land Mobile Radio systems
Q & A
- What is the frequency range of the HMC372LP3E? The HMC372LP3E operates within the frequency range of 700 to 1000 MHz.
- What is the typical gain of the HMC372LP3E? The typical gain is 14.5 dB.
- What is the noise figure of the HMC372LP3E? The noise figure is typically 1.3 dB.
- What is the operating supply voltage of the HMC372LP3E? The operating supply voltage is +5V.
- What is the operating supply current of the HMC372LP3E? The operating supply current is typically 100 mA.
- What type of package does the HMC372LP3E come in? The HMC372LP3E comes in a 16-Lead LFCSP (3x3 mm) package.
- Is the HMC372LP3E RoHS-compliant? Yes, the HMC372LP3E is RoHS-compliant.
- What are the typical applications of the HMC372LP3E? Typical applications include GSM, GPRS, EDGE, CDMA, W-CDMA cellular basestation receivers, and Private Land Mobile Radio systems.
- How many external components are required for the RF input match, RF ground, and DC bias? Only four external components are required.
- What is the reverse isolation of the HMC372LP3E? The reverse isolation is typically 22 dB.
