Overview
The HMC625BLP5E is a digitally controlled variable gain amplifier (VGA) produced by Analog Devices Inc. This component operates from DC to 5 GHz and is designed for a wide range of RF and microwave applications. It is housed in a RoHS-compliant 5x5 mm QFN leadless package, requiring no external matching components. The amplifier is ideal for applications such as cellular/3G infrastructure, WiBro/WiMAX/4G, microwave radio and VSAT, test equipment, and sensors, as well as IF and RF applications.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Typical | Minimum | Maximum | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frequency Range | DC - 5 GHz | |||
| Gain (Maximum Gain State) | 13 - 18 dB | 13 dB (DC - 3 GHz) | 18 dB (DC - 3 GHz) | dB |
| Noise Figure (Maximum Gain State) | 6 dB | dB | ||
| Output IP3 | +32 dBm | dBm | ||
| Gain Control Steps | 0.5 dB | dB | ||
| Supply Voltage | +5V | V | ||
| Package Type | 32-Lead 5x5 mm QFN |
Key Features
- Digitally controlled variable gain amplifier with 6-bit control interface.
- Operates from DC to 5 GHz.
- Provides gain from 13.5 dB attenuation to 18 dB of gain in 0.5 dB steps.
- High output IP3 of up to +32 dBm in any state.
- TTL/CMOS compatible serial, parallel, or latched parallel control.
- User-selectable power-up state.
- Serial output port for cascading other serial-controlled components.
- No external matching components required.
- RoHS-compliant 5x5 mm QFN leadless package.
Applications
- Cellular/3G infrastructure.
- WiBro/WiMAX/4G.
- Microwave radio and VSAT.
- Test equipment and sensors.
- IF and RF applications.
Q & A
- What is the frequency range of the HMC625BLP5E?
The HMC625BLP5E operates from DC to 5 GHz.
- What is the gain range of the HMC625BLP5E?
The gain ranges from 13.5 dB attenuation to 18 dB of gain in 0.5 dB steps.
- What is the noise figure of the HMC625BLP5E in its maximum gain state?
The noise figure is 6 dB in the maximum gain state.
- What is the output IP3 of the HMC625BLP5E?
The output IP3 is up to +32 dBm in any state.
- What types of control interfaces does the HMC625BLP5E support?
The HMC625BLP5E supports TTL/CMOS compatible serial, parallel, or latched parallel control.
- Does the HMC625BLP5E require external matching components?
No, the HMC625BLP5E does not require external matching components.
- What is the package type of the HMC625BLP5E?
The HMC625BLP5E is housed in a 32-Lead 5x5 mm QFN leadless package.
- Is the HMC625BLP5E RoHS compliant?
- What are some typical applications of the HMC625BLP5E?
Typical applications include cellular/3G infrastructure, WiBro/WiMAX/4G, microwave radio and VSAT, test equipment and sensors, and IF and RF applications.
- How is the power-up state of the HMC625BLP5E controlled?
The power-up state of the HMC625BLP5E is user-selectable.
