Overview
The HMC392LC4 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 7.0 GHz, making it suitable for various high-frequency applications. It is housed in a leadless 4x4 mm SMT package, which facilitates surface mount manufacturing techniques. The HMC392LC4 is ideal for use as a low noise front end or as a driver amplifier in several critical applications.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Min | Typical | Max | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frequency Range | 3.5 | 3.5 - 7.0 | 7.0 | GHz |
| Gain | 13.5 | 16 | 14.5 | dB |
| Noise Figure | 2.5 | 2.5 | 3.5 | dB |
| Supply Voltage (Vdd) | +4.5 | +5.0 | +5.5 | V |
| Supply Current (Idd) | 55 | 75 | 75 | mA |
| Input Return Loss | 15 | 12 | - | dB |
| Output Return Loss | 18 | 12 | - | dB |
| Output Power for 1 dB Compression (P1dB) | 13 | 16 | 16 | dBm |
| Saturated Output Power (Psat) | 20 | 20 | - | dBm |
| Output Third Order Intercept (IP3) | 25 | 30 | 30 | dBm |
Key Features
- Operates between 3.5 and 7.0 GHz, making it suitable for high-frequency applications.
- Provides 16 dB of gain and a noise figure of 2.5 dB.
- Output Third Order Intercept (IP3) of 30 dBm.
- Single supply voltage of +5V.
- No external matching components required; 50 Ohm matched input/output.
- RoHS compliant and housed in a 4x4 mm SMT package.
- DC blocked RF I/Os for ease of use.
- Suitable for high reliability military, industrial, and space applications.
Applications
- Point-to-Point Radios
- VSAT (Very Small Aperture Terminal)
- LO Driver for HMC Mixers
- Military EW (Electronic Warfare), ECM (Electronic Countermeasures), C3I (Command, Control, Communications, and Intelligence)
- Space applications
Q & A
- What is the frequency range of the HMC392LC4?
The HMC392LC4 operates between 3.5 and 7.0 GHz.
- What is the typical gain of the HMC392LC4?
The typical gain of the HMC392LC4 is 16 dB.
- What is the noise figure of the HMC392LC4?
The noise figure of the HMC392LC4 is 2.5 dB.
- What is the supply voltage for the HMC392LC4?
The supply voltage for the HMC392LC4 is +5V.
- Does the HMC392LC4 require external matching components?
No, the HMC392LC4 does not require external matching components as it is 50 Ohm matched for input and output.
- What is the typical supply current of the HMC392LC4?
The typical supply current of the HMC392LC4 is 75 mA.
- What are the typical applications of the HMC392LC4?
The HMC392LC4 is ideal for point-to-point radios, VSAT, LO drivers for HMC mixers, military EW, ECM, C3I, and space applications.
- Is the HMC392LC4 RoHS compliant?
- What is the package type of the HMC392LC4?
The HMC392LC4 is housed in a leadless 4x4 mm SMT package.
- What is the output third order intercept (IP3) of the HMC392LC4?
The output third order intercept (IP3) of the HMC392LC4 is 30 dBm.
