Overview
The HMC451LP3(E) is an efficient GaAs pHEMT MMIC Medium Power Amplifier produced by Analog Devices Inc. This amplifier is housed in a leadless RoHS compliant SMT package and operates within the frequency range of 5 to 18 GHz. It is designed to provide high performance with minimal external components, making it ideal for various RF and microwave applications.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Minimum | Typical | Maximum | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frequency Range | 5 - 16 | 16 - 18 | GHz | |
| Gain | 15 | 18 | 12.5 - 16 | dB |
| Gain Variation Over Temperature | 0.02 | 0.03 | 0.02 - 0.03 | dB/°C |
| Input Return Loss | 13 | 13 | dB | |
| Output Return Loss | 12 | 8 | dB | |
| Output Power for 1 dB Compression (P1dB) | 16.5 | 19.5 | 16 - 19 | dBm |
| Saturated Output Power (Psat) | 21 | 20 | dBm | |
| Output Third Order Intercept (IP3) | 28 | 25 | dBm | |
| Noise Figure | 7 | 7 | dB | |
| Supply Current (Idd) | 120 | 150 | mA | |
| Supply Voltage | +5V | +5V | +5V | V |
| Package Type | 16-Lead QFN (3mm x 3mm w/ EP) |
Key Features
- Operates between 5 and 18 GHz with 18 dB of gain and +21 dBm of saturated power at 18% PAE from a single +5V supply.
- 50 Ω matched input and output, eliminating the need for external matching components.
- RF I/Os are DC blocked.
- Housed in a leadless RoHS compliant SMT package, allowing for surface mount manufacturing techniques.
- No wire bonding required.
- Ideal for use as a linear gain block or LO driver for HMC mixers.
Applications
- Microwave Radio & VSAT
- Military & Space
- Test Equipment & Sensors
- Fiber Optics
- LO Driver for HMC Mixers
Q & A
- What is the frequency range of the HMC451LP3(E) amplifier?
The HMC451LP3(E) operates between 5 and 18 GHz.
- What is the gain of the HMC451LP3(E) amplifier?
The typical gain is 18 dB.
- What is the saturated output power of the HMC451LP3(E) amplifier?
The saturated output power is +21 dBm.
- What is the power added efficiency (PAE) of the HMC451LP3(E) amplifier?
The PAE is 18%.
- What is the supply voltage and current for the HMC451LP3(E) amplifier?
The supply voltage is +5V, and the typical supply current is 120 mA.
- What type of package does the HMC451LP3(E) come in?
The amplifier is housed in a 16-Lead QFN (3mm x 3mm w/ EP) package.
- Does the HMC451LP3(E) require external matching components?
No, the amplifier is 50 Ω matched at both the input and output.
- What are the typical applications of the HMC451LP3(E) amplifier?
Typical applications include Microwave Radio & VSAT, Military & Space, Test Equipment & Sensors, Fiber Optics, and as an LO Driver for HMC Mixers.
- Is the HMC451LP3(E) RoHS compliant?
- Does the HMC451LP3(E) require wire bonding?
No, the amplifier eliminates the need for wire bonding and allows for surface mount manufacturing techniques.
