Overview
The HMC508LP5ETR from Analog Devices Inc. is a GaAs InGaP Heterojunction Bipolar Transistor (HBT) Monolithic Microwave Integrated Circuit (MMIC) Voltage Controlled Oscillator (VCO). 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 |
| Tuning Voltage Range | 2 VDC to 13 VDC |
| Output Power | +15 dBm typical |
| Supply Voltage | +5V |
| Current Rating | 280 mA |
| Phase Noise | -116 dBc/Hz |
| 2nd Harmonic | 20 dBc |
| Package Type | Leadless QFN 5x5 mm |
| RoHS Compliance | Yes (HMC508LP5E) |
Key Features
- Monolithic structure ensuring excellent phase noise performance over temperature, shock, and process variations.
- Integrates resonators, negative resistance devices, and varactor diodes.
- Half frequency output feature.
- High output power of +15 dBm typical from a +5V supply.
- Wide tuning voltage range of 2 VDC to 13 VDC.
- Low phase noise of -116 dBc/Hz.
- Compact leadless QFN 5x5 mm package.
- RoHS-compliant option available (HMC508LP5E).
Applications
- RF and Microwave Systems
- 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 HMC508LP5ETR? The frequency range is 7.3 to 8.2 GHz.
- What is the typical output power of the HMC508LP5ETR? The typical output power is +15 dBm.
- What is the supply voltage for the HMC508LP5ETR? The supply voltage is +5V.
- What is the current rating of the HMC508LP5ETR? The current rating is 280 mA.
- What is the phase noise performance of the HMC508LP5ETR? The phase noise is -116 dBc/Hz.
- Does the HMC508LP5ETR have a RoHS-compliant option? Yes, the HMC508LP5E is RoHS-compliant.
- What is the package type of the HMC508LP5ETR? The package type is a leadless QFN 5x5 mm.
- What are the key components integrated into the HMC508LP5ETR? The device integrates resonators, negative resistance devices, and varactor diodes.
- What is the tuning voltage range for the HMC508LP5ETR? The tuning voltage range is 2 VDC to 13 VDC.
- What are some common applications of the HMC508LP5ETR? Common applications include RF and microwave systems, wireless communication systems, radar systems, and test and measurement equipment.
