Overview
The HMC462LP5ETR from Analog Devices Inc. is a GaAs MMIC pHEMT Low Noise Distributed Amplifier, designed to operate within the frequency range of 2 to 20 GHz. This amplifier is packaged in a leadless 5x5 mm surface mount package, making it ideal for various high-frequency applications. The HMC462LP5ETR is self-biased, requiring a single +5V supply and drawing 66 mA of current. It offers excellent gain flatness and low noise figure, making it suitable for applications requiring high signal integrity and minimal noise.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Min. | Typ. | Max. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frequency Range | 2 - 20 GHz | ||
| Gain | 12 dB | 13 dB | 11 dB |
| Gain Flatness | ±0.5 dB | ±0.5 dB | ±0.5 dB |
| Noise Figure @ 10 GHz | 2.5 dB | 3.0 dB | 4.0 dB |
| P1dB Output Power @ 10 GHz | +14.5 dBm | ||
| Input Return Loss | 15 dB | 13 dB | 11 dB |
| Output Return Loss | 12 dB | 12 dB | 8 dB |
| Supply Voltage | +5V | ||
| Current Consumption | 66 mA |
Key Features
- Wideband operation from 2 to 20 GHz
- Self-biased with a single +5V supply
- High gain of 13 dB
- Low noise figure of 2.5 to 3.5 dB
- High output power at 1 dB gain compression (+14.5 dBm)
- Excellent gain flatness (±0.5 dB from 6 - 18 GHz)
- Internally matched to 50 Ohms for both input and output
- Internally DC blocked
- Leadless 5x5 mm surface mount package
Applications
- Telecom Infrastructure
- Microwave Radio & VSAT
- Military EW, ECM & C3I
- Test Instrumentation
- Fiber Optics
Q & A
- What is the frequency range of the HMC462LP5ETR?
The HMC462LP5ETR operates between 2 and 20 GHz.
- What is the typical gain of the HMC462LP5ETR?
The typical gain is 13 dB.
- What is the noise figure of the HMC462LP5ETR at 10 GHz?
The noise figure at 10 GHz is typically 2.5 to 3.5 dB.
- What is the output power at 1 dB gain compression?
The output power at 1 dB gain compression is +14.5 dBm.
- What is the supply voltage and current consumption of the HMC462LP5ETR?
The supply voltage is +5V, and the current consumption is 66 mA.
- Is the HMC462LP5ETR internally matched to 50 Ohms?
- What are the typical applications of the HMC462LP5ETR?
Typical applications include Telecom Infrastructure, Microwave Radio & VSAT, Military EW, ECM & C3I, Test Instrumentation, and Fiber Optics.
- What is the package type of the HMC462LP5ETR?
The HMC462LP5ETR is packaged in a leadless 5x5 mm surface mount package.
- Is the HMC462LP5ETR RoHS-compliant?
- What is the gain flatness of the HMC462LP5ETR?
The gain flatness is ±0.5 dB from 6 - 18 GHz.
