Overview
The HMC634LC4TR is a GaAs PHEMT MMIC Driver Amplifier produced by Analog Devices Inc. This component is housed in a leadless 4 x 4 mm ceramic surface mount package and operates within the frequency range of 5 to 20 GHz. It is designed to provide high gain and output power, making it an ideal choice for various microwave radio applications.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Minimum | Typical | Maximum | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frequency Range | 5 - 16 | 16 - 20 | GHz | |
| Gain | 18 | 21 | 20 | dB |
| Gain Variation Over Temperature | 0.025 | 0.035 | 0.030 | dB/°C |
| Input Return Loss | 18 | 14 | dB | |
| Output Return Loss | 14 | 13 | dB | |
| Output Power for 1 dB Compression (P1dB) | 19 | 22 | 20 | dBm |
| Saturated Output Power (Psat) | 23 | 20.5 | dBm | |
| Supply Voltage | +5V | +5V | +5.5V | Vdc |
| Supply Current | 130 mA | 180 mA | 183 mA | mA |
| Output IP3 | +29 dBm | +29 dBm | dBm |
Key Features
- Operates between 5 and 20 GHz, making it suitable for a wide range of microwave radio applications.
- Provides up to 21 dB of gain and +22 dBm of output power at 1 dB gain compression.
- Output IP3 of +29 dBm, ensuring high linearity.
- Single supply voltage of +5V with a typical current consumption of 180 mA.
- 50 Ohm matched input and output, eliminating the need for external matching components.
- DC blocked I/Os for simplified circuit design.
- Housed in a 24-lead leadless ceramic surface mount package (4mm x 4mm with exposed pad).
Applications
- Point-to-Point Radios
- Point-to-Multi-Point Radios and VSAT (Very Small Aperture Terminal)
- LO Driver for Mixers
- Military and Space applications
Q & A
- What is the frequency range of the HMC634LC4TR?
The HMC634LC4TR operates between 5 and 20 GHz.
- What is the typical gain of the HMC634LC4TR?
The typical gain is 21 dB.
- What is the output power at 1 dB gain compression?
The output power at 1 dB gain compression is +22 dBm.
- What is the supply voltage and current for the HMC634LC4TR?
The supply voltage is +5V, and the typical supply current is 180 mA.
- Is external matching required for the input and output of the HMC634LC4TR?
No, the input and output are 50 Ohm matched, eliminating the need for external matching components.
- What is the package type of the HMC634LC4TR?
The component is housed in a 24-lead leadless ceramic surface mount package (4mm x 4mm with exposed pad).
- What are the typical applications of the HMC634LC4TR?
Typical applications include Point-to-Point Radios, Point-to-Multi-Point Radios and VSAT, LO Driver for Mixers, and Military and Space applications.
- What is the output IP3 of the HMC634LC4TR?
The output IP3 is +29 dBm.
- How should the ground leads and ground paddle be connected?
All ground leads and the ground paddle must be soldered to the PCB RF ground.
- What is the maximum operating temperature of the HMC634LC4TR?
The maximum operating temperature is +85°C.
