Overview
The HMC6505ALC5 is a compact gallium arsenide (GaAs), pseudomorphic (pHEMT), monolithic microwave integrated circuit (MMIC) I/Q upconverter produced by Analog Devices Inc. This device is designed to operate within a frequency range of 5.5 GHz to 8.6 GHz and is housed in a RoHS compliant, 32-terminal leadless chip carrier (LCC) package. The HMC6505ALC5 is ideal for applications requiring high conversion gain and sideband rejection, making it suitable for various RF and microwave systems.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Min | Typical | Max | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frequency Range (RF) | 5.5 | 8.6 | GHz | |
| Frequency Range (LO) | 2.5 | 11.6 | GHz | |
| Conversion Gain | 15 | dB | ||
| Sideband Rejection | 22 | dBc | ||
| Output P1dB Compression | 22 | dBm | ||
| Output IP3 | 35 | dBm | ||
| LO to RF Isolation | 4 | dB | ||
| LO to IF Isolation | 9 | dB | ||
| RF Return Loss | 20 | dB | ||
| LO Return Loss | 10 | dB | ||
| IF Return Loss | 20 | dB | ||
| Operating Temperature | -40 | 85 | °C | |
| Package Type | 32-TFCQFN Exposed Pad |
Key Features
- Compact GaAs MMIC I/Q upconverter in a RoHS compliant package.
- Operates from 5.5 GHz to 8.6 GHz with a small signal conversion gain of 15 dB.
- Provides 22 dBc of sideband rejection.
- Uses a variable gain amplifier (VGA) preceded by an in-phase and quadrature (I/Q) mixer driven by an active local oscillator (LO).
- Requires an external 90° hybrid for sideband selection.
- I/Q mixer topology reduces the need for filtering of unwanted sideband.
- Surface-mount manufacturing techniques eliminate the need for wire bonding.
- Available in a 5 mm × 5 mm, 32-terminal leadless chip carrier (LCC) package.
Applications
- Point to point and point to multipoint radios.
- Military radars, electronic warfare (EW), and electronic intelligence (ELINT).
- Satellite communications.
- Sensors.
Q & A
- What is the frequency range of the HMC6505ALC5?
The HMC6505ALC5 operates within a frequency range of 5.5 GHz to 8.6 GHz.
- What is the typical conversion gain of the HMC6505ALC5?
The typical conversion gain is 15 dB.
- What is the sideband rejection of the HMC6505ALC5?
The sideband rejection is typically 22 dBc.
- What type of package does the HMC6505ALC5 come in?
The device is housed in a 32-terminal leadless chip carrier (LCC) package.
- What is the operating temperature range of the HMC6505ALC5?
The operating temperature range is from -40°C to +85°C.
- Does the HMC6505ALC5 require an external 90° hybrid?
Yes, an external 90° hybrid is needed to select the required sideband.
- What are some of the key applications of the HMC6505ALC5?
Key applications include point to point and point to multipoint radios, military radars, electronic warfare (EW), electronic intelligence (ELINT), satellite communications, and sensors.
- Is the HMC6505ALC5 RoHS compliant?
Yes, the HMC6505ALC5 is RoHS compliant.
- What is the typical output P1dB compression of the HMC6505ALC5?
The typical output P1dB compression is 22 dBm.
- What is the typical output IP3 of the HMC6505ALC5?
The typical output IP3 is 35 dBm.
