Overview
The HMC448LC3B is a x2 active broadband frequency multiplier produced by Analog Devices Inc. It utilizes GaAs PHEMT technology and is packaged in a leadless, RoHS compliant SMT package. This component is designed to provide high performance in various RF and microwave applications, particularly where frequency multiplication is required.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Min. | Typ. | Max. | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frequency Range, Input | 10.0 - 12.5 | - | - | GHz |
| Frequency Range, Output | 20 - 25 | - | - | GHz |
| Output Power | - | +11 | - | dBm |
| Input Power Range | -4 | - | +6 | dBm |
| Fo, 3Fo Isolation | - | >20 | - | dBc @ Fout= 20 GHz |
| 100 KHz SSB Phase Noise | - | -135 | - | dBc/Hz |
| Supply Voltage | 4.5 | 5.0 | 5.5 | V |
| Supply Current | 47 | 48 | 49 | mA |
| Operating Temperature | -40 | - | +85 | °C |
| Storage Temperature | -65 | - | +150 | °C |
Key Features
- Utilizes GaAs PHEMT technology for high performance.
- Leadless, RoHS compliant SMT package.
- Wide input power range: -4 to +6 dBm.
- High output power: +11 dBm typical from 22 to 25 GHz.
- Excellent Fo and 3Fo isolation: >20 dBc up to 22 GHz.
- Low additive SSB Phase Noise: -135 dBc/Hz at 100 kHz offset.
- Single supply operation: +5V @ 48 mA.
- No wire bonding required, allowing for surface mount manufacturing.
Applications
- Clock Generation Applications: SONET OC-192 & SDH STM-64.
- Point-to-Point & VSAT Radios.
- Test Instrumentation.
- Military & Space applications.
- Generation of a half rate clock for 40 Gbps systems or as part of a multiplier chain to generate a full rate 40 Gbps clock.
- LO multiplier chains for Pt-to-Pt & VSAT Radios, reducing parts count vs. traditional approaches.
Q & A
- What is the HMC448LC3B?
The HMC448LC3B is a x2 active broadband frequency multiplier utilizing GaAs PHEMT technology in a leadless RoHS compliant SMT package.
- What is the input frequency range of the HMC448LC3B?
The input frequency range is from 10.0 to 12.5 GHz.
- What is the output frequency range of the HMC448LC3B?
The output frequency range is from 20 to 25 GHz.
- What is the typical output power of the HMC448LC3B?
The typical output power is +11 dBm from 22 to 25 GHz.
- What is the input power range for the HMC448LC3B?
The input power range is from -4 to +6 dBm.
- What is the phase noise performance of the HMC448LC3B?
The 100 KHz SSB Phase Noise is -135 dBc/Hz.
- What is the supply voltage and current for the HMC448LC3B?
The supply voltage is +5V, and the typical supply current is 48 mA.
- What are the typical applications of the HMC448LC3B?
Typical applications include clock generation for SONET OC-192 & SDH STM-64, point-to-point and VSAT radios, test instrumentation, and military & space applications.
- What is the operating temperature range of the HMC448LC3B?
The operating temperature range is from -40°C to +85°C.
- Is the HMC448LC3B RoHS compliant?
