Overview
The HMC618ALP3ETR is a GaAs pHEMT MMIC Low Noise Amplifier (LNA) produced by Analog Devices Inc. This component is specifically designed for use in Cellular/3G and LTE/WiMAX/4G basestation front-end receivers, operating within the frequency range of 1.2 GHz to 2.2 GHz. It is optimized for low noise figure and high linearity, making it an ideal choice for applications requiring high sensitivity and reliability.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Frequency Range | 1.2 GHz - 2.2 GHz |
| Gain | 23 dB |
| Noise Figure | 0.75 dB |
| P1dB (1-dB Compression Point) | 20 dBm |
| Output IP3 | +36 dBm |
| Supply Voltage | 3V - 5V |
| Operating Supply Current | 89 mA |
| Package Type | 16-Lead VFQFN Exposed Pad |
| Pin Count | 16 |
| Lead Free | No |
| RoHS Compliance | Yes |
Key Features
- Low noise figure of 0.75 dB, ensuring high sensitivity in receiver applications.
- High gain of 23 dB, enhancing signal strength.
- High output IP3 of +36 dBm, providing excellent linearity.
- Externally adjustable supply current, allowing designers to tailor the linearity performance for each application.
- Minimal external matching and bias decoupling components required.
- Excellent input and output return losses.
- Single supply operation from +3V to +5V.
Applications
The HMC618ALP3ETR is particularly suited for use in Cellular/3G and LTE/WiMAX/4G basestation front-end receivers. It is also applicable in other RF systems that require low noise and high linearity, such as wireless communication infrastructure, radar systems, and satellite communications.
Q & A
- What is the frequency range of the HMC618ALP3ETR? The HMC618ALP3ETR operates within the frequency range of 1.2 GHz to 2.2 GHz.
- What is the noise figure of the HMC618ALP3ETR? The noise figure is 0.75 dB.
- What is the gain of the HMC618ALP3ETR? The gain is 23 dB.
- What is the P1dB (1-dB Compression Point) of the HMC618ALP3ETR? The P1dB is 20 dBm.
- What is the output IP3 of the HMC618ALP3ETR? The output IP3 is +36 dBm.
- What is the supply voltage range for the HMC618ALP3ETR? The supply voltage range is from 3V to 5V.
- What is the operating supply current of the HMC618ALP3ETR? The operating supply current is 89 mA.
- Is the HMC618ALP3ETR lead-free? No, the HMC618ALP3ETR is not lead-free.
- Is the HMC618ALP3ETR RoHS compliant? Yes, the HMC618ALP3ETR is RoHS compliant.
- What type of package does the HMC618ALP3ETR use? The HMC618ALP3ETR uses a 16-Lead VFQFN Exposed Pad package.
