Overview
The HMC462-SX, produced by Analog Devices Inc., is a GaAs pHEMT MMIC Low Noise Distributed Amplifier. This amplifier operates over a wide frequency range of 2 GHz to 20 GHz, making it versatile for various high-frequency applications. It is designed to provide low noise and high gain, making it ideal for use in test instrumentation, microwave radio, VSAT, military and space applications, telecom infrastructure, and fiber optics.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Minimum | Typical | Maximum |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frequency Range | 2 GHz | - | 20 GHz |
| Gain | 13.5 dB | 15 dB | 14.5 dB |
| Gain Flatness | ±0.2 dB | ±0.3 dB | ±0.2 dB |
| Noise Figure | 2.5 dB | 3 dB | 4 dB |
| P1dB Output Power | +14.5 dBm | - | - |
| Operating Supply Voltage | 5 V | - | - |
| Operating Supply Current | 63 mA | 66 mA | - |
| Input Return Loss | 16 dB | 19 dB | - |
| Output Return Loss | 18 dB | 19 dB | - |
| Operating Temperature | -55°C | - | 85°C |
Key Features
- Wide frequency range of 2 GHz to 20 GHz.
- High gain of up to 15 dB.
- Low noise figure of 2.5 dB to 3.5 dB.
- High output power at 1 dB compression of +15.5 dBm.
- Self-biased with a single +5V supply at 63 mA.
- Internally matched to 50 Ohms for easy integration into Multi-Chip-Modules (MCMs).
- Excellent gain flatness, particularly from 8 GHz to 14 GHz.
- Compact die size of 3.0 x 1.3 x 0.1 mm.
Applications
- Test Instrumentation
- Microwave Radio & VSAT
- Military & Space (EW, ECM, Radar)
- Telecom Infrastructure
- Fiber Optics
Q & A
- What is the frequency range of the HMC462-SX?
The HMC462-SX operates over a frequency range of 2 GHz to 20 GHz.
- What is the typical gain of the HMC462-SX?
The typical gain of the HMC462-SX is 15 dB.
- What is the noise figure of the HMC462-SX?
The noise figure of the HMC462-SX is between 2.5 dB and 3.5 dB.
- What is the output power at 1 dB compression for the HMC462-SX?
The output power at 1 dB compression is +15.5 dBm.
- What is the operating supply voltage and current for the HMC462-SX?
The HMC462-SX operates with a single +5V supply at 63 mA.
- Is the HMC462-SX internally matched to 50 Ohms?
- What are the typical applications of the HMC462-SX?
The HMC462-SX is ideal for test instrumentation, microwave radio & VSAT, military & space, telecom infrastructure, and fiber optics.
- What is the operating temperature range of the HMC462-SX?
The operating temperature range is from -55°C to 85°C.
- What is the die size of the HMC462-SX?
The die size is 3.0 x 1.3 x 0.1 mm.
- Is the HMC462-SX self-biased?
