Overview
The HMC7149-SX is a 10W Gallium Nitride (GaN) Monolithic Microwave Integrated Circuit (MMIC) Power Amplifier produced by Analog Devices Inc. This amplifier operates within the frequency range of 6 to 18 GHz, making it suitable for various high-frequency applications. It is designed to provide high power output and efficiency, making it ideal for use in test instrumentation, general communications, and radar systems.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Minimum | Typical | Maximum | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frequency Range | 6 | - | 18 | GHz |
| Small Signal Gain | 18 | 20 | 21 | dB |
| Gain Flatness | ±0.5 | ±0.6 | ±0.7 | dB |
| Gain Variation Over Temperature | 0.018 | 0.02 | 0.023 | dB/°C |
| Input Return Loss | 11 | 17 | 17 | dB |
| Output Return Loss | 12 | 17 | 18 | dB |
| Saturated Output Power (Psat) | 40 | 40 | 40 | dBm |
| Output Third Order Intercept (IP3) | 39 | 39.5 | 40.5 | dBm |
| Power Added Efficiency | 20 | 22 | 20 | % |
| Supply Voltage | - | +28 | - | V |
| Supply Current | - | 680 | - | mA |
| Die Size | - | 3.4 x 4.5 x 0.1 | - | mm |
Key Features
- High saturated output power of +40 dBm
- High output IP3 of +39.5 dBm
- Small signal gain of 20 dB
- 50 Ohm matched input and output for ease of integration into Multi-Chip-Modules (MCMs)
- Supply voltage of +28 V with a typical supply current of 680 mA
- High power added efficiency of up to 22%
- Compact die size of 3.4 x 4.5 x 0.1 mm
Applications
- Test Instrumentation
- General Communications
- Radar Systems
Q & A
- What is the frequency range of the HMC7149-SX?
The HMC7149-SX operates within the frequency range of 6 to 18 GHz.
- What is the typical small signal gain of the HMC7149-SX?
The typical small signal gain is 20 dB.
- What is the saturated output power of the HMC7149-SX?
The saturated output power (Psat) is +40 dBm.
- What is the output third order intercept (IP3) of the HMC7149-SX?
The output IP3 is +39.5 dBm.
- What is the supply voltage and current for the HMC7149-SX?
The supply voltage is +28 V, and the typical supply current is 680 mA.
- What are the key applications of the HMC7149-SX?
The key applications include test instrumentation, general communications, and radar systems.
- What is the die size of the HMC7149-SX?
The die size is 3.4 x 4.5 x 0.1 mm.
- Is the HMC7149-SX matched to 50 Ohms?
- What is the maximum junction temperature for the HMC7149-SX?
The maximum junction temperature (Tj) is 225 °C.
- What is the storage temperature range for the HMC7149-SX?
The storage temperature range is -55 to +150 °C.
