Overview
The HMC544AE is a low-cost Single-Pole Double-Throw (SPDT) switch designed by Analog Devices Inc. for use in transmit/receive applications. This GaAs PHEMT (Pseudomorphic High Electron Mobility Transistor) device is packaged in a compact 6-lead SOT-26 surface mount package. It is particularly suited for applications requiring very low insertion loss at medium power levels, making it ideal for various wireless communication systems.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Analog Devices Inc. |
| Package / Case | SOT-23-6 |
| Number of Pins | 6 |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C to 85°C |
| Voltage - Supply | 3V |
| Frequency Range | DC to 4 GHz |
| Insertion Loss | 0.7 dB @ 1 GHz |
| Isolation | 12 dB |
| Input Power-Max (CW) | +39 dBm |
| P1dB | +39 dBm |
| IIP3 | +60 dBm |
| RF/Microwave Device Type | DIVERSITY SWITCH |
| Impedance | 50 Ohm |
| Control Voltage Range | -0.2 to +12 Vdc |
| Max Power Dissipation | 574 mW |
Key Features
- Very low insertion loss: 0.2 dB @ 1 GHz
- High input P1dB: +39 dBm
- High input IP3: +60 dBm
- Positive control operation: 0/+3V to 0/+5V
- Compact SOT-26 SMT package
- DC coupled and matched to 50 Ohms
- On-chip circuitry allows for low DC current operation
Applications
- Cellular/PCS/3G Infrastructure
- Basestations & Repeaters
- WLAN, WiMAX, and WiBro
- Microwave and Fixed Wireless Radios
Q & A
- What is the HMC544AE used for? The HMC544AE is used in transmit/receive applications requiring very low insertion loss at medium power levels.
- What is the package type of the HMC544AE? The HMC544AE is packaged in a 6-lead SOT-23 surface mount package.
- What is the operating temperature range of the HMC544AE? The operating temperature range is -40°C to 85°C.
- What is the maximum input power for the HMC544AE? The maximum input power is +39 dBm.
- What is the isolation of the HMC544AE? The isolation is 12 dB.
- What are the typical applications of the HMC544AE? Typical applications include cellular/PCS/3G infrastructure, basestations & repeaters, WLAN, WiMAX, and WiBro, and microwave and fixed wireless radios.
- What is the frequency range of the HMC544AE? The frequency range is from DC to 4 GHz.
- What is the impedance of the HMC544AE? The impedance is 50 Ohms.
- Does the HMC544AE support positive control operation? Yes, it supports positive control operation with a voltage range of 0/+3V to 0/+5V.
- Is the HMC544AE RoHS compliant? Yes, the HMC544AE is RoHS3 compliant.
