Overview
The HMC642ALC5 is a 6-bit digital phase shifter produced by Analog Devices Inc. This component operates within the frequency range of 9 to 12.5 GHz and provides 360 degrees of phase coverage with a least significant bit (LSB) of 5.625 degrees. It is designed for high accuracy and reliability, making it suitable for various high-frequency applications.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Min. | Typ. | Max. | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frequency Range | 9 | 12.5 | GHz | |
| Insertion Loss | 7 | 10 | dB | |
| Input Return Loss | 14 | dB | ||
| Output Return Loss | 11 | dB | ||
| Phase Error | ±10 | +18/-10 | deg | |
| RMS Phase Error | 4.5 | deg | ||
| Insertion Loss Variation | ±0.4 | dB | ||
| Input Power for 1 dB Compression | 30 | dBm | ||
| Input Third Order Intercept | 35 | dBm | ||
| Control Voltage | 0 | +5V | V | |
| Control Current | <250 µA | µA | ||
| Bias Control Current | <12 mA | mA |
Key Features
- High accuracy with low RMS phase error of 4.5 degrees.
- Extremely low insertion loss variation of ±0.4 dB across all phase states.
- 360 degrees of phase coverage with an LSB of 5.625 degrees.
- Operates within the frequency range of 9 to 12.5 GHz.
- Positive control logic of 0/+5V.
- Housed in a compact 5x5 mm ceramic leadless SMT package.
- Internally matched to 50 Ohms with no external components required.
- High linearity with input third order intercept of 35 dBm.
Applications
- Electronic Warfare (EW) Receivers.
- Weather and Military Radar systems.
- Satellite Communications.
- Beamforming Modules.
- Phase Cancellation applications.
Q & A
- What is the frequency range of the HMC642ALC5?
The HMC642ALC5 operates within the frequency range of 9 to 12.5 GHz.
- What is the phase coverage of the HMC642ALC5?
The HMC642ALC5 provides 360 degrees of phase coverage.
- What is the least significant bit (LSB) of the HMC642ALC5?
The LSB of the HMC642ALC5 is 5.625 degrees.
- What is the RMS phase error of the HMC642ALC5?
The RMS phase error of the HMC642ALC5 is 4.5 degrees.
- What is the insertion loss variation of the HMC642ALC5?
The insertion loss variation of the HMC642ALC5 is ±0.4 dB across all phase states.
- What is the control logic of the HMC642ALC5?
The HMC642ALC5 uses positive control logic of 0/+5V.
- What type of package does the HMC642ALC5 come in?
The HMC642ALC5 is housed in a compact 5x5 mm ceramic leadless SMT package.
- Is the HMC642ALC5 internally matched to 50 Ohms?
Yes, the HMC642ALC5 is internally matched to 50 Ohms with no external components required.
- What are some typical applications of the HMC642ALC5?
The HMC642ALC5 is ideal for EW Receivers, Weather and Military Radar, Satellite Communications, Beamforming Modules, and Phase Cancellation applications.
- What is the input third order intercept of the HMC642ALC5?
The input third order intercept of the HMC642ALC5 is 35 dBm.
