Overview
The HMC576 is a GaAs MMIC (Monolithic Microwave Integrated Circuit) x2 active broadband frequency multiplier produced by Analog Devices Inc. This component utilizes GaAs PHEMT technology and is designed to operate within the frequency range of 18 GHz to 29 GHz. It is particularly suited for applications requiring high output power and low additive phase noise.
Key Specifications
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Analog Devices Inc. |
| Package / Case | Die (also available in 12-VFQFN Exposed Pad for some variants) |
| RF Type | DBS, VSAT |
| Frequency Range, Input | 9.0 - 14.5 GHz |
| Frequency Range, Output | 18 - 29 GHz |
| Output Power | 11 - 17 dBm |
| Supply Voltage | 4.5V - 5.5V |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| RoHS Status | ROHS3 Compliant |
| SSB Phase Noise (100 kHz Offset) | -132 dBc/Hz |
| Input Return Loss | 10 dB |
| Output Return Loss | 9 dB |
Key Features
- High output power: +17 dBm typical output power from 18 to 29 GHz.
- Low additive SSB phase noise: -132 dBc/Hz at 100 kHz offset.
- Single supply voltage: +5V @ 82 mA.
- High Fo and 3Fo isolations: >20 dBc and >30 dBc respectively at 24 GHz.
- Compact die size: 1.18 x 1.23 x 0.1 mm.
- AC coupled and matched to 50 Ohms for both input and output.
Applications
- Clock generation applications: SONET OC-192 & SDH STM-64.
- Point-to-Point and VSAT radios.
- Test instrumentation.
- Military EW / Radar.
- Space applications.
Q & A
- What is the HMC576 used for? The HMC576 is a GaAs MMIC x2 active broadband frequency multiplier used in various applications including clock generation, VSAT radios, test instrumentation, and military EW/Radar.
- What is the frequency range of the HMC576? The input frequency range is 9.0 - 14.5 GHz, and the output frequency range is 18 - 29 GHz.
- What is the typical output power of the HMC576? The typical output power is +17 dBm.
- What is the supply voltage for the HMC576? The supply voltage is 4.5V to 5.5V.
- Is the HMC576 RoHS compliant? Yes, the HMC576 is ROHS3 compliant.
- What is the phase noise of the HMC576? The SSB phase noise is -132 dBc/Hz at 100 kHz offset.
- What are the typical applications of the HMC576? Typical applications include clock generation, VSAT radios, test instrumentation, military EW/Radar, and space applications.
- How is the HMC576 packaged? The HMC576 is available in die form and also in 12-VFQFN Exposed Pad for some variants.
- What is the mounting type of the HMC576? The mounting type is surface mount.
- What are the Fo and 3Fo isolations of the HMC576? The Fo and 3Fo isolations are >20 dBc and >30 dBc respectively at 24 GHz.
