Overview
The HMC498LC4TR-R5 is a high dynamic range GaAs PHEMT MMIC Medium Power Amplifier produced by Analog Devices Inc. This amplifier is housed in a leadless, Pb-free SMT package, making it suitable for surface mount manufacturing techniques without the need for wire bonding. Operating within the frequency range of 17 to 24 GHz, it is designed to provide high performance in various microwave and RF applications.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Min. | Typ. | Max. | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frequency Range | 17 - 19 | 19 - 23 | 23 - 24 | GHz |
| Gain | 18 | 22 | 20 | dB |
| Gain Variation Over Temperature | 0.02 | 0.03 | 0.02 | dB/°C |
| Input Return Loss | 13 | 13 | 10 | dB |
| Output Return Loss | 15 | 15 | 20 | dB |
| Output Power for 1 dB Compression (P1dB) | 22 | 25 | 21.5 | dBm |
| Saturated Output Power (Psat) | 26.5 | 25.5 | 26.5 | dBm |
| Output Third Order Intercept (IP3) | 35 | 36 | 35.5 | dBm |
| Noise Figure | 4.0 | 4.0 | 4.5 | dB |
| Supply Current (Idd) @ Vdd = +5V, Vgg = -0.8V Typ. | 250 | 250 | 250 | mA |
| Supply Voltage | +4.5 | +5.0 | +5.5 | V |
| Operating Temperature | -40 | +85 | °C | |
| Storage Temperature | -65 | +150 | °C |
Key Features
- High dynamic range GaAs PHEMT MMIC Medium Power Amplifier
- Operates from 17 to 24 GHz with 22 dB of gain
- +26 dBm of saturated power and 23% PAE from a +5V supply voltage
- Noise figure of 4 dB and output IP3 of +36 dBm typical
- RF I/Os are DC blocked and matched to 50 Ohms for ease of use
- Leadless, Pb-free SMT package (4x4 mm)
- RoHS compliant
- Low ESD sensitivity (HBM Class 1A)
Applications
- Point-to-Point Radios
- Point-to-Multi-Point Radios
- VSAT (Very Small Aperture Terminal) systems
- Test Equipment & Sensors
- Military and Space applications
Q & A
- What is the frequency range of the HMC498LC4TR-R5?
The HMC498LC4TR-R5 operates from 17 to 24 GHz.
- What is the gain of the HMC498LC4TR-R5?
The amplifier provides 22 dB of gain.
- What is the saturated output power of the HMC498LC4TR-R5?
The saturated output power is +26 dBm.
- What is the noise figure of the HMC498LC4TR-R5?
The noise figure is 4 dB.
- What is the output IP3 of the HMC498LC4TR-R5?
The output IP3 is +36 dBm typical.
- What is the supply voltage and current for the HMC498LC4TR-R5?
The supply voltage is +5V, and the supply current is 250 mA.
- Is the HMC498LC4TR-R5 RoHS compliant?
- What is the package type of the HMC498LC4TR-R5?
The amplifier is housed in a leadless, Pb-free SMT package (4x4 mm).
- What are the typical applications of the HMC498LC4TR-R5?
Typical applications include Point-to-Point Radios, Point-to-Multi-Point Radios, VSAT systems, Test Equipment & Sensors, and Military and Space applications.
- How should the RF I/Os be connected?
The RF I/Os are DC blocked and matched to 50 Ohms for ease of use.
