Overview
The HMC573LC3BTR-R5 from Analog Devices Inc. is a x2 active broadband frequency multiplier designed using GaAs PHEMT technology. This component is housed in a leadless, RoHS compliant SMT package, making it suitable for surface mount manufacturing techniques. It is particularly useful in applications requiring high frequency multiplication with low phase noise and high output power.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Min. | Typ. | Max. | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frequency Range, Input | 4 | - | 11 | GHz |
| Frequency Range, Output | 8 | - | 22 | GHz |
| Output Power | 9 | 12 | - | dBm |
| Fo Isolation (with respect to output level) | 20 | - | - | dBc |
| 3Fo Isolation (with respect to output level) | 25 | - | - | dBc |
| 4Fo Isolation (with respect to output level) | 15 | - | - | dBc |
| Input Return Loss | 10 | - | - | dB |
| Output Return Loss | 10 | - | - | dB |
| SSB Phase Noise (100 kHz Offset) | -134 | - | - | dBc/Hz |
| Supply Current (Idd) at Vdd = 5V, Vgg = -1.25V Typ. | - | 92 | - | mA |
| Supply Voltage (Vdd) | - | 5 ± 0.5 | - | V |
Key Features
- High Output Power: The HMC573LC3BTR-R5 provides a typical output power of +12 dBm when driven by a +5 dBm signal.
- Low Input Power Drive: The component can be driven with input power levels ranging from 0 to +6 dBm.
- Low Phase Noise: It features a low additive SSB Phase Noise of -134 dBc/Hz at 100 kHz offset, ensuring good system noise performance.
- Single Supply Operation: The device operates on a single supply voltage of +5V with a typical supply current of 92 mA.
- RoHS Compliant Package: The leadless SMT package is RoHS compliant, eliminating the need for wire bonding and facilitating surface mount manufacturing.
Applications
- Clock Generation Applications: Suitable for SONET OC-192 and SDH STM-64 applications.
- Point-to-Point & VSAT Radios: Ideal for use in LO multiplier chains, reducing the parts count compared to traditional approaches.
- Test Instrumentation: Used in various test and measurement equipment due to its high frequency multiplication capabilities.
- Military & Space: Applicable in military and space-related systems requiring reliable and high-performance frequency multiplication.
Q & A
- What is the frequency range of the input signal for the HMC573LC3BTR-R5?
The input frequency range is from 4 GHz to 11 GHz.
- What is the typical output power of the HMC573LC3BTR-R5?
The typical output power is +12 dBm when driven by a +5 dBm signal.
- What is the phase noise performance of the HMC573LC3BTR-R5?
The SSB Phase Noise is -134 dBc/Hz at a 100 kHz offset.
- What is the supply voltage and current for the HMC573LC3BTR-R5?
The supply voltage is +5V ± 0.5V, and the typical supply current is 92 mA.
- Is the HMC573LC3BTR-R5 RoHS compliant?
- What are the typical applications of the HMC573LC3BTR-R5?
It is used in clock generation, point-to-point and VSAT radios, test instrumentation, and military & space applications.
- How does the HMC573LC3BTR-R5 reduce parts count in LO multiplier chains?
It reduces parts count by providing a compact, high-performance frequency multiplication solution.
- What is the isolation performance of the HMC573LC3BTR-R5?
The Fo isolation is >20 dBc, and the 3Fo isolation is >25 dBc at 16 GHz.
- What type of technology is used in the HMC573LC3BTR-R5?
The component utilizes GaAs PHEMT technology.
- How should the gate control voltage (Vgg) be adjusted for the HMC573LC3BTR-R5?
The gate control voltage (Vgg) should be adjusted between -1.5V and -1.1V to achieve the desired supply current (Idd) of 92 mA, following the MMIC Amplifier Biasing Procedure application note.
