Overview
The HMC536LP2E is a DC to 6 GHz GaAs MMIC (Monolithic Microwave Integrated Circuit) T/R (Transmit/Receive) switch produced by Analog Devices Inc. This component is packaged in a leadless 2x2 mm DFN LP2 surface mount package with an exposed ground paddle. It is designed for applications requiring low insertion loss, high isolation, and excellent power handling up to 6 GHz.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Frequency Range | Min. | Typ. | Max. | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Insertion Loss | DC - 3.0 GHz | 0.6 | - | 0.9 | dB |
| Insertion Loss | DC - 4.5 GHz | 0.7 | - | 1.0 | dB |
| Insertion Loss | DC - 6.0 GHz | 1.0 | - | 1.3 | dB |
| Isolation (RFC to RF1/RF2) | DC - 4.0 GHz | 23 | - | 27 | dB |
| Isolation (RFC to RF1/RF2) | 4.0 - 5.0 GHz | 26 | - | - | dB |
| Isolation (RFC to RF1/RF2) | 5.0 - 6.0 GHz | 24 | - | 27 | dB |
| P0.1dB Compression Point | @ +3V | +29 | - | - | dBm |
| P0.1dB Compression Point | @ +5V | +33 | - | - | dBm |
| Input IP3 | - | +54 | - | - | dBm |
Key Features
- Low insertion loss: 0.6 dB to 1.3 dB across DC to 6 GHz frequency range.
- High isolation: Up to 27 dB across different frequency ranges.
- Excellent power handling: P0.1dB compression point of +29 dBm at +3V and +33 dBm at +5V.
- Positive voltage control: 0/+3V or 0/+5V with low DC currents.
- Compact size: 2x2 mm leadless DFN LP2 package with an exposed ground paddle.
- Ideal for applications requiring small size and high performance.
Applications
- Cellular/PCS/3G Infrastructure
- WiMAX, WiBro & Fixed Wireless
- CATV/CMTS
- Test Instrumentation
Q & A
- What is the frequency range of the HMC536LP2E? The HMC536LP2E operates from DC to 6 GHz.
- What is the typical insertion loss of the HMC536LP2E? The typical insertion loss is 0.6 dB to 1.3 dB across the frequency range.
- What is the isolation of the HMC536LP2E? The isolation is up to 27 dB across different frequency ranges.
- What are the control voltages for the HMC536LP2E? The control voltages are 0/+3V or 0/+5V.
- What is the P0.1dB compression point of the HMC536LP2E? The P0.1dB compression point is +29 dBm at +3V and +33 dBm at +5V.
- What is the input IP3 of the HMC536LP2E? The input IP3 is +54 dBm.
- What package type is the HMC536LP2E available in? The HMC536LP2E is available in a 2x2 mm leadless DFN LP2 surface mount package with an exposed ground paddle.
- What are the typical applications of the HMC536LP2E? Typical applications include cellular/PCS/3G infrastructure, WiMAX, WiBro & fixed wireless, CATV/CMTS, and test instrumentation.
- How should the ground leads and paddle be connected in the PCB design? The ground leads and exposed paddle must be soldered to the PCB RF ground.
- Is the HMC536LP2E RoHS-compliant? Yes, the HMC536LP2E is RoHS-compliant.
