Overview
The HMC516LC5TR-R5 is a high-performance GaAs pHEMT MMIC Low Noise Amplifier (LNA) designed and manufactured by Analog Devices Inc. This component is housed in a leadless, RoHS compliant SMT package, making it suitable for surface mount manufacturing techniques. The amplifier operates within the frequency range of 9 to 18 GHz, making it ideal for various high-frequency applications.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Min | Typical | Max | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frequency Range | 9 | 12 - 18 | 18 | GHz |
| Gain | 17.5 | 20 | 20.5 | dB |
| Noise Figure | 2.0 | 2.5 | 2.5 | dB |
| Input Return Loss | 10 | - | 10 | dB |
| Output Return Loss | 12 | - | 12 | dB |
| Output Power for 1 dB Compression (P1dB) | 13 | 14 | 14 | dBm |
| Saturated Output Power (Psat) | 15 | 16 | 16 | dBm |
| Output Third Order Intercept (IP3) | 25 | 25 | 25 | dBm |
| Supply Voltage (Vdd) | - | +3V | - | V |
| Supply Current (Idd) @ Vdd = +3V | 65 | 88 | 88 | mA |
Key Features
- High dynamic range with 20 dB of small signal gain.
- Low noise figure of 2 dB.
- High output IP3 of +25 dBm.
- P1dB output power of +13 dBm, enabling use as a LO driver for balanced, I/Q or image reject mixers.
- Single supply operation at +3V with a current consumption of 65 mA.
- 50 Ohm matched input and output.
- RoHS compliant 5x5 mm package.
Applications
- Point-to-Point Radios.
- Point-to-Multi-Point Radios and VSAT.
- Test Equipment and Sensors.
- Military applications.
Q & A
- What is the frequency range of the HMC516LC5TR-R5? The frequency range is from 9 to 18 GHz.
- What is the typical gain of the HMC516LC5TR-R5? The typical gain is 20 dB.
- What is the noise figure of the HMC516LC5TR-R5? The noise figure is 2.5 dB.
- What is the output power for 1 dB compression (P1dB) of the HMC516LC5TR-R5? The P1dB is +13 dBm.
- What is the supply voltage and current for the HMC516LC5TR-R5? The supply voltage is +3V, and the typical supply current is 88 mA.
- Is the HMC516LC5TR-R5 RoHS compliant? Yes, it is RoHS compliant.
- What are the typical applications of the HMC516LC5TR-R5? Typical applications include point-to-point radios, point-to-multi-point radios, VSAT, test equipment, sensors, and military applications.
- What is the package type of the HMC516LC5TR-R5? The component is housed in a leadless, 5x5 mm SMT package.
- What is the output third order intercept (IP3) of the HMC516LC5TR-R5? The IP3 is +25 dBm.
- How should the evaluation circuit board be designed for the HMC516LC5TR-R5? The circuit board should use RF circuit design techniques, with 50 Ohm impedance for signal lines, and the package ground leads and exposed paddle connected directly to the ground plane.
