Overview
The HMC517LC4TR from Analog Devices Inc. is a high dynamic range GaAs pHEMT MMIC Low Noise Amplifier (LNA) designed to operate within the 17 GHz to 26 GHz frequency range. This amplifier is housed in a 24-lead leadless TFQFN exposed pad package, which is lead-free and RoHS compliant. It is ideal for applications requiring low noise and high gain in the microwave frequency range.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Typical Value | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Frequency Range | 17 - 26 | GHz |
| Gain | 19 | dB |
| Noise Figure | 2.2 | dB |
| Output IP3 | +24 | dBm |
| Supply Voltage | +3 | V |
| Supply Current | 65 | mA |
| P1dB Output Power | +13 | dBm |
| Input Return Loss | 17 | dB |
| Output Return Loss | 10 | dB |
| Package Type | 24-TFQFN Exposed Pad | |
| Operating Temperature | -55 to +85 | °C |
Key Features
- High dynamic range GaAs pHEMT MMIC Low Noise Amplifier (LNA)
- Operates over the 17 GHz to 26 GHz frequency range
- Provides 19 dB of small signal gain and a noise figure of 2.2 dB
- Output IP3 greater than +24 dBm
- Single supply operation at +3V with a typical supply current of 65 mA
- 50 Ohm matched input and output
- Lead-free and RoHS compliant 24-lead TFQFN exposed pad package
- Suitable for surface mount manufacturing techniques
Applications
- Point-to-Point Radios
- Point-to-Multi-Point Radios and VSAT
- Test Equipment and Sensors
- Military and Space applications
- Local Oscillator (LO) driver for balanced, I/Q or image reject mixers
Q & A
- What is the frequency range of the HMC517LC4TR?
The HMC517LC4TR operates over the 17 GHz to 26 GHz frequency range.
- What is the typical gain of the HMC517LC4TR?
The amplifier provides 19 dB of small signal gain.
- What is the noise figure of the HMC517LC4TR?
The noise figure is typically 2.2 dB.
- What is the output IP3 of the HMC517LC4TR?
The output IP3 is greater than +24 dBm.
- What is the supply voltage and current for the HMC517LC4TR?
The amplifier operates on a single supply of +3V with a typical supply current of 65 mA.
- What is the P1dB output power of the HMC517LC4TR?
The P1dB output power is +13 dBm.
- What type of package does the HMC517LC4TR come in?
The amplifier is housed in a 24-lead TFQFN exposed pad package.
- Is the HMC517LC4TR RoHS compliant?
Yes, the HMC517LC4TR is lead-free and RoHS compliant.
- What are the typical applications for the HMC517LC4TR?
It is used in Point-to-Point Radios, Point-to-Multi-Point Radios and VSAT, Test Equipment and Sensors, and Military and Space applications.
- Can the HMC517LC4TR be used as a LO driver?
Yes, it can be used as a Local Oscillator (LO) driver for balanced, I/Q or image reject mixers.
