Overview
The HMC659 is a GaAs MMIC PHEMT Distributed Power Amplifier die designed by Analog Devices Inc. It operates over a wide frequency range from DC to 15 GHz, making it highly versatile for various high-frequency applications. The amplifier is known for its excellent gain flatness, high output power, and robust performance characteristics.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Min. | Typ. | Max. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frequency Range | DC - 15 GHz | ||
| Gain | 16.1 dB | 19.1 dB | 15.5 dB |
| Gain Flatness | ±0.5 dB | ±0.15 dB | ±0.6 dB |
| Gain Variation Over Temperature | 0.013 dB/°C | 0.018 dB/°C | 0.025 dB/°C |
| Input Return Loss | 19 dB | 17 dB | 15 dB |
| Output Return Loss | 18 dB | 17 dB | 15 dB |
| Output Power for 1 dB Compression (P1dB) | 23 dBm | 25.5 dBm | 24 dBm |
| Saturated Output Power (Psat) | 26 dBm | 27 dBm | 27 dBm |
| Output Third Order Intercept (IP3) | 35 dBm | 32 dBm | 29 dBm |
| Noise Figure | 2.5 dB | 2 dB | 3 dB |
| Supply Voltage | +8V | ||
| Supply Current (Idd) | 300 mA | 300 mA | 300 mA |
Key Features
- Internally matched to 50 Ohms for easy integration into Multi-Chip-Modules (MCMs)
- Excellent gain flatness of ±0.5 dB from DC to 10 GHz
- High output power of +26.5 dBm at 1 dB gain compression
- High output IP3 of +35 dBm
- Low noise figure of 2.5 dB
- Compact die size of 3.115 x 1.630 x 0.1 mm
Applications
- Telecom Infrastructure
- Microwave Radio & VSAT
- Military & Space
- Test Instrumentation
- Fiber Optics
- Electronic Warfare (EW) and Electronic Countermeasures (ECM)
- Radar Systems
Q & A
- What is the frequency range of the HMC659 amplifier?
The HMC659 operates from DC to 15 GHz. - What is the typical gain of the HMC659?
The typical gain is 19.1 dB. - What is the output power at 1 dB gain compression?
The output power at 1 dB gain compression is +26.5 dBm. - What is the output third-order intercept point (IP3) of the HMC659?
The output IP3 is +35 dBm. - What is the supply voltage and current for the HMC659?
The supply voltage is +8V, and the supply current is 300 mA. - What are the typical applications of the HMC659?
The HMC659 is ideal for telecom infrastructure, microwave radio & VSAT, military & space, test instrumentation, fiber optics, EW, ECM, and radar systems. - How is the HMC659 matched for input and output?
The HMC659 is internally matched to 50 Ohms. - What is the gain flatness of the HMC659?
The gain flatness is ±0.5 dB from DC to 10 GHz. - What is the noise figure of the HMC659?
The noise figure is 2.5 dB. - What are the dimensions of the HMC659 die?
The die size is 3.115 x 1.630 x 0.1 mm.
