Overview
The HMC373LP3E is a versatile, high dynamic range GaAs PHEMT MMIC Low Noise Amplifier (LNA) designed by Analog Devices Inc. This amplifier is particularly suited for GSM and CDMA cellular base station front-end receivers, operating within the frequency range of 700 to 1000 MHz. It features a low noise figure, high gain, and a bypass mode, making it an ideal choice for various RF applications.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Frequency Range | 700 - 1000 MHz |
| Noise Figure | 0.9 dB |
| Gain | 14 dB |
| Output IP3 | +35 dBm |
| Supply Voltage | +5V |
| Supply Current | 90 mA (active), 10 μA (bypass mode) |
| Input Return Loss | 28 dB |
| Output Return Loss | 12 dB |
| Bypass Mode Loss | 2.0 dB |
| Package Type | 16-Lead QFN (3mm x 3mm w/ EP) |
Key Features
- High dynamic range GaAs PHEMT MMIC Low Noise Amplifier
- Low noise figure of 0.9 dB and high gain of 14 dB
- Output IP3 of +35 dBm
- Low loss LNA bypass mode with 2.0 dB loss and reduced current consumption to 10 μA
- Minimal external components required for RF input match, RF ground, and DC bias
- Single supply operation at +5V
Applications
The HMC373LP3E is primarily used in GSM and CDMA cellular base station front-end receivers. It is also suitable for other RF applications requiring low noise and high gain within the 700 to 1000 MHz frequency range.
Q & A
- What is the frequency range of the HMC373LP3E?
The frequency range of the HMC373LP3E is 700 to 1000 MHz. - What is the noise figure of the HMC373LP3E?
The noise figure of the HMC373LP3E is 0.9 dB. - What is the gain of the HMC373LP3E?
The gain of the HMC373LP3E is 14 dB. - What is the output IP3 of the HMC373LP3E?
The output IP3 of the HMC373LP3E is +35 dBm. - What is the supply voltage and current for the HMC373LP3E?
The supply voltage is +5V, and the supply current is 90 mA in active mode and 10 μA in bypass mode. - What is the bypass mode loss of the HMC373LP3E?
The bypass mode loss of the HMC373LP3E is 2.0 dB. - What type of package does the HMC373LP3E come in?
The HMC373LP3E comes in a 16-Lead QFN package (3mm x 3mm w/ EP). - What are the input and output return losses of the HMC373LP3E?
The input return loss is 28 dB, and the output return loss is 12 dB. - Does the HMC373LP3E require external components for optimization?
No, the HMC373LP3E requires minimal external components to optimize the RF input match, RF ground, and DC bias. - What are the primary applications of the HMC373LP3E?
The primary applications of the HMC373LP3E are in GSM and CDMA cellular base station front-end receivers.
