Overview
The HMC498LC4 is a high dynamic range GaAs PHEMT MMIC Medium Power Amplifier produced by Analog Devices Inc. This amplifier operates within the frequency range of 17 to 24 GHz, making it ideal for various high-frequency applications. It is housed in a leadless, RoHS-compliant 4x4 mm SMT package, facilitating surface mount manufacturing techniques and eliminating the need for wire bonding.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Typical Value | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Frequency Range | 17 - 24 | GHz |
| Gain | 22 | dB |
| Saturated Power (Psat) | +26 | dBm |
| Power Added Efficiency (PAE) | 23% | |
| Noise Figure | 4 | dB |
| Output Third Order Intercept (IP3) | +36 | dBm |
| Supply Voltage (Vdd) | +5 | V |
| Supply Current (Idd) at Vdd = 5V | 250 | mA |
| Operating Temperature | -40 to +85 | °C |
| Storage Temperature | -65 to +150 | °C |
| Package Type | Leadless 4x4 mm SMT |
Key Features
- High dynamic range GaAs PHEMT MMIC Medium Power Amplifier.
- Operates between 17 and 24 GHz.
- Provides 22 dB of gain and +26 dBm of saturated power at 23% PAE.
- Noise figure of 4 dB and output IP3 of +36 dBm.
- RF I/Os are DC blocked and matched to 50 Ohms.
- RoHS-compliant and leadless 4x4 mm SMT package.
- Single power supply of +5V with a typical supply current of 250 mA.
Applications
- Point-to-Point Radios.
- Point-to-Multi-Point Radios.
- VSAT (Very Small Aperture Terminal) systems.
- Military and Space applications.
Q & A
- What is the frequency range of the HMC498LC4?
The HMC498LC4 operates within the frequency range of 17 to 24 GHz.
- What is the gain of the HMC498LC4?
The amplifier provides 22 dB of gain.
- What is the saturated power output of the HMC498LC4?
The saturated power output is +26 dBm.
- What is the power added efficiency (PAE) of the HMC498LC4?
The PAE is 23%.
- What is the noise figure of the HMC498LC4?
The noise figure is 4 dB.
- What is the output third order intercept (IP3) of the HMC498LC4?
The output IP3 is +36 dBm.
- What is the supply voltage and current for the HMC498LC4?
The supply voltage is +5V, and the typical supply current is 250 mA.
- What is the operating temperature range of the HMC498LC4?
The operating temperature range is -40 to +85 °C.
- Is the HMC498LC4 RoHS compliant?
Yes, the HMC498LC4 is RoHS compliant.
- What type of package does the HMC498LC4 come in?
The HMC498LC4 is housed in a leadless 4x4 mm SMT package.
