Overview
The HMC508LP5E is a GaAs InGaP Heterojunction Bipolar Transistor (HBT) Monolithic Microwave Integrated Circuit (MMIC) Voltage Controlled Oscillator (VCO) produced by Analog Devices Inc. This device is designed to operate within the frequency range of 7.3 to 8.2 GHz and features a half frequency output, making it suitable for various RF and microwave applications. The VCO integrates resonators, negative resistance devices, and varactor diodes, ensuring excellent phase noise performance over temperature, shock, and process variations due to its monolithic structure.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Frequency Range | 7.3 - 8.2 GHz |
| Output Power | +15 dBm (typical) |
| Supply Voltage | +5V |
| Package Type | Leadless QFN 5x5 mm |
| RoHS Compliance | Yes (HMC508LP5E) |
| Maximum Peak Reflow Temperature | 260 °C |
| Operating Temperature Range | -40°C to +85°C |
Key Features
- Monolithic structure for excellent phase noise performance over temperature, shock, and process variations.
- Integrates resonators, negative resistance devices, and varactor diodes.
- Half frequency output.
- High output power of +15 dBm from a +5V supply.
- Leadless QFN 5x5 mm package for compact design.
- RoHS-compliant for environmental sustainability.
Applications
The HMC508LP5E is suitable for a variety of RF and microwave applications, including but not limited to:
- Wireless communication systems.
- Radar systems.
- Satellite communications.
- Test and measurement equipment.
- Phase Locked Loop (PLL) synthesizers.
Q & A
- What is the frequency range of the HMC508LP5E? The frequency range of the HMC508LP5E is 7.3 to 8.2 GHz.
- What is the typical output power of the HMC508LP5E? The typical output power is +15 dBm.
- What is the supply voltage for the HMC508LP5E? The supply voltage is +5V.
- What type of package does the HMC508LP5E come in? The HMC508LP5E comes in a leadless QFN 5x5 mm package.
- Is the HMC508LP5E RoHS-compliant? Yes, the HMC508LP5E is RoHS-compliant.
- What is the maximum peak reflow temperature for the HMC508LP5E? The maximum peak reflow temperature is 260 °C.
- What is the operating temperature range of the HMC508LP5E? The operating temperature range is -40°C to +85°C.
- What are the key components integrated into the HMC508LP5E? The HMC508LP5E integrates resonators, negative resistance devices, and varactor diodes.
- What is the significance of the monolithic structure of the HMC508LP5E? The monolithic structure ensures excellent phase noise performance over temperature, shock, and process variations.
- What are some common applications of the HMC508LP5E? Common applications include wireless communication systems, radar systems, satellite communications, test and measurement equipment, and PLL synthesizers.
