Overview
The HMC561LP3(E) is a x2 active broadband frequency multiplier produced by Analog Devices Inc. It utilizes GaAs PHEMT technology and is packaged in a leadless, RoHS compliant 3x3 mm SMT package. This component is designed to provide high output power and low additive phase noise, making it ideal for various high-frequency applications. The multiplier operates over an input frequency range of 4 to 10.5 GHz and produces an output frequency range of 8 to 21 GHz when driven by a +5 dBm signal.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Min. | Typ. | Max. | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frequency Range, Input | 4 | - | 10.5 | GHz |
| Frequency Range, Output | 8 | - | 21 | GHz |
| Output Power | 14 | 17 | - | dBm |
| Fo Isolation (with respect to output level) | 15 | - | - | dBc |
| 3Fo Isolation (with respect to output level) | 15 | - | - | dBc |
| Input Return Loss | 15 | - | - | dB |
| Output Return Loss | 12 | - | - | dB |
| SSB Phase Noise (100 kHz Offset) | -139 | - | - | dBc/Hz |
| Supply Voltage | 4.5 | 5 | 5.5 | V |
| Operating Temperature | -55 | - | 85 | °C |
Key Features
- High Output Power: +14 dBm typical output power from 8 to 21 GHz
- Low Input Power Drive: 0 to +6 dBm
- Fo Isolation: 15 dBc at 16 GHz
- Low Additive SSB Phase Noise: -139 dBc/Hz at 100 kHz offset
- RoHS Compliant 3x3 mm SMT Package
- Ideal for use in LO multiplier chains for Pt to Pt & VSAT Radios, reducing parts count vs. traditional approaches
Applications
- Clock Generation Applications: SONET OC-192 & SDH STM-64
- Point-to-Point & VSAT Radios
- Test Instrumentation
- Military & Space
Q & A
- What is the input frequency range of the HMC561LP3(E)? The input frequency range is 4 to 10.5 GHz.
- What is the output frequency range of the HMC561LP3(E)? The output frequency range is 8 to 21 GHz.
- What is the typical output power of the HMC561LP3(E)? The typical output power is +14 dBm.
- What is the SSB Phase Noise of the HMC561LP3(E) at 100 kHz offset? The SSB Phase Noise is -139 dBc/Hz at 100 kHz offset.
- Is the HMC561LP3(E) RoHS compliant? Yes, the HMC561LP3(E) is RoHS compliant.
- What is the package type of the HMC561LP3(E)? The package type is a 3x3 mm SMT package.
- What are the typical applications of the HMC561LP3(E)? Typical applications include clock generation, point-to-point and VSAT radios, test instrumentation, and military & space applications.
- What is the supply voltage range for the HMC561LP3(E)? The supply voltage range is 4.5 to 5.5 V.
- What is the operating temperature range of the HMC561LP3(E)? The operating temperature range is -55 to 85 °C.
- How is the gate control for the multiplier adjusted? The gate control for the multiplier is adjusted to achieve an Idd of 98 mA, following the “MMIC Amplifier Biasing Procedure” application note.
