Overview
The HMC566-SX, produced by Analog Devices Inc., is a high dynamic range GaAs PHEMT MMIC Low Noise Amplifier (LNA) designed to operate within the frequency range of 29 to 36 GHz. This amplifier is available in both chip form (HMC566) and a 4x4 mm SMT package (HMC566LP4E). The HMC566-SX is characterized by its compact size, single +3V supply operation, and DC blocked RF I/Os, making it ideal for hybrid and MCM assemblies.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Minimum | Typical | Maximum | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frequency Range | 29 - 33 | 33 - 36 | GHz | |
| Gain | 17 | 20 | 22 | dB |
| Gain Variation Over Temperature | 0.03 | 0.05 | dB/°C | |
| Noise Figure | 2.8 | 3.3 | dB | |
| Input Return Loss | 15 | 15 | dB | |
| Output Return Loss | 9 | 8 | dB | |
| Output Power for 1 dB Compression (P1dB) | 9 | 12 | dBm | |
| Saturated Output Power (Psat) | 13 | 14 | dBm | |
| Output Third Order Intercept (IP3) | 23.5 | 24.5 | dBm | |
| Supply Current (Idd) | 50 | 82 | 106 | mA |
| Supply Voltage | +3V | +3V | +3V | Vdc |
Key Features
- High dynamic range GaAs PHEMT MMIC Low Noise Amplifier
- Operates from 29 to 36 GHz
- Provides 20 dB of small signal gain
- Noise figure of 2.8 dB
- Output IP3 of 23.5 dBm
- Single +3V supply operation
- DC blocked RF I/Os
- Compact size: 2.54 x 0.98 x 0.10 mm (chip form), 4x4 mm SMT package (HMC566LP4E)
- 50 Ohm matched input/output
Applications
- Point-to-Point Radios
- Point-to-Multi-Point Radios & VSAT
- Test Equipment and Sensors
- Military & Space applications
Q & A
- What is the frequency range of the HMC566-SX?
The HMC566-SX operates from 29 to 36 GHz.
- What is the typical gain of the HMC566-SX?
The typical gain is 20 dB.
- What is the noise figure of the HMC566-SX?
The noise figure is 2.8 dB.
- What is the output IP3 of the HMC566-SX?
The output IP3 is 23.5 dBm.
- What is the supply voltage for the HMC566-SX?
The supply voltage is +3V.
- What are the typical applications of the HMC566-SX?
Typical applications include Point-to-Point Radios, Point-to-Multi-Point Radios & VSAT, Test Equipment and Sensors, and Military & Space applications.
- What is the package type for the HMC566LP4E version?
The HMC566LP4E is available in a 4x4 mm SMT package.
- Is the HMC566-SX suitable for hybrid and MCM assemblies?
Yes, it is ideal for hybrid and MCM assemblies due to its compact size and single +3V supply operation.
- What are the input and output impedances of the HMC566-SX?
The input and output are 50 Ohm matched.
- Does the HMC566-SX require external bypass capacitors?
Yes, external bypass capacitors of 100 pF and 0.1 μF are required.
