Overview
The HMC392ALC4 is a GaAs MMIC Low Noise Amplifier designed and manufactured by Analog Devices Inc. This amplifier operates within the frequency range of 3.5 to 8.0 GHz, making it suitable for a variety of high-frequency applications. It is housed in a leadless 4x4 mm SMT package, facilitating surface mount manufacturing techniques. The HMC392ALC4 is ideal for use as a low noise front end or as a driver amplifier in systems requiring high gain and low noise figures.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Min | Typical | Max | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frequency Range | 3.5 | - | 8.0 | GHz |
| Gain | 14.5 | 17 | - | dB |
| Gain Variation Over Temperature | 0.006 | 0.01 | - | dB/°C |
| Input Return Loss | - | 13 | - | dB |
| Output Return Loss | - | 15 | - | dB |
| Output Power for 1 dB Compression (P1dB) | 16 | 19 | - | dBm |
| Saturated Output Power (Psat) | - | 20 | - | dBm |
| Output Third Order Intercept (IP3) | - | 34.5 | - | dBm |
| Noise Figure | 1.8 | - | 3 | dB |
| Supply Current (Idd) | 35 | 61 | 75 | mA |
| Supply Voltage (Vdd) | 2 | - | 5.5 | V |
Key Features
- High Gain and Low Noise Figure: Provides 17 dB of gain and a noise figure of 1.8 dB, making it ideal for sensitive RF systems.
- Broad Frequency Range: Operates between 3.5 and 8.0 GHz, supporting multiple RF standards including CDMA, GSM, EDGE, and W-CDMA.
- Single Supply Voltage: Operates from a single supply voltage of +2V to +5V.
- 50 Ohm Matched Input/Output: RF Input and Output pins are DC blocked and matched to 50 Ohms for ease of use.
- No External Matching Components Required: Simplifies the design process by eliminating the need for external matching components.
- RoHS Compliant: Meets RoHS standards, ensuring environmental compliance.
- Surface Mount Package: Housed in a leadless 4x4 mm SMT package, suitable for surface mount manufacturing techniques.
- High Reliability: Suitable for high reliability military, industrial, and space applications.
Applications
- Point-to-Point Radios: Ideal for high-frequency radio communication systems.
- VSAT (Very Small Aperture Terminal): Used in satellite communication systems.
- LO Driver for HMC Mixers: Functions as a local oscillator driver in mixer circuits.
- Military EW, ECM, C3I: Suitable for military electronic warfare, electronic countermeasures, and command, control, communications, and intelligence applications.
- Space Applications: Designed for use in space-related systems due to its high reliability and performance.
Q & A
- What is the frequency range of the HMC392ALC4?
The HMC392ALC4 operates between 3.5 and 8.0 GHz.
- What is the gain of the HMC392ALC4?
The HMC392ALC4 provides 17 dB of gain.
- What is the noise figure of the HMC392ALC4?
The noise figure is 1.8 dB.
- What is the supply voltage range for the HMC392ALC4?
The supply voltage range is from +2V to +5V.
- Is the HMC392ALC4 RoHS compliant?
Yes, the HMC392ALC4 is RoHS compliant.
- What type of package does the HMC392ALC4 come in?
The HMC392ALC4 is housed in a leadless 4x4 mm SMT package.
- What are the typical applications of the HMC392ALC4?
Typical applications include point-to-point radios, VSAT, LO driver for HMC mixers, military EW, ECM, C3I, and space applications.
- Does the HMC392ALC4 require external matching components?
No, the HMC392ALC4 does not require external matching components as the RF Input and Output pins are DC blocked and matched to 50 Ohms.
- What is the output power for 1 dB compression (P1dB) of the HMC392ALC4?
The output power for 1 dB compression (P1dB) is 19 dBm.
- What is the output third order intercept (IP3) of the HMC392ALC4?
The output third order intercept (IP3) is 34.5 dBm.
