Overview
The HMC733LC4B is a wideband MMIC (Monolithic Microwave Integrated Circuit) voltage-controlled oscillator (VCO) with a built-in buffer amplifier, designed and manufactured by Analog Devices Inc. This component operates within the frequency range of 10 to 20 GHz and is housed in a 4 x 4 mm, RoHS-compliant, surface-mount technology (SMT) package with 24 pins. The oscillator integrates the resonator, negative resistance device, and varactor diode, ensuring excellent output power and phase noise performance over a wide temperature range.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Frequency Range | 10 to 20 GHz | TA = +25°C, Vcc = +5V |
| Output Power | +3 dBm | TA = +25°C, Vcc = +5V |
| SSB Phase Noise at 10 KHz Offset | 60 dBc/Hz | TA = +25°C, Vcc = +5V |
| Tune Voltage (Vtune) Range | -0.25 to 23 V | TA = +25°C, Vcc = +5V |
| Supply Current (Icc) | 70 mA | TA = +25°C, Vcc = +5V |
| Temperature Rating | -40°C to +85°C | |
| Package Type | SMT, 4mm x 4mm, 24 pins | |
| Lead Finish | Gold over Nickel |
Key Features
- Wide tuning bandwidth with no external resonator needed.
- Low phase noise and low power consumption.
- Ultra-small size, making it ideal for compact designs.
- Characteristic impedance of 50 Ohms and a maximum VSWR of 2.
- Operates from a single +5V supply.
- Robust performance over a broad temperature range from -40°C to +85°C.
Applications
- Industrial/medical equipment: Suitable for applications requiring stable frequency generation and low noise.
- Test and measurement equipment: Ideal for RF test equipment due to its precision in frequencies up to 20 GHz.
- Military radar, EW, and ECM: Its wide frequency range and low noise make it suitable for military applications.
- Consumer electronics: Can be used in high-frequency consumer electronics such as satellite communication devices or advanced Wi-Fi routers.
- Industrial automation: Useful in wireless communication systems and telemetry equipment in industrial settings.
- Audio and video systems: Can serve in broadcasting equipment where precise frequency modulation is required).
Q & A
- What is the frequency range of the HMC733LC4B?
The HMC733LC4B operates within the frequency range of 10 to 20 GHz.
- What is the typical output power of the HMC733LC4B?
The typical output power is +3 dBm at TA = +25°C and Vcc = +5V).
- What is the phase noise performance of the HMC733LC4B?
The SSB phase noise at 10 KHz offset is 60 dBc/Hz at TA = +25°C and Vcc = +5V).
- What is the tune voltage range for the HMC733LC4B?
The tune voltage (Vtune) range is from -0.25 to 23 V at TA = +25°C and Vcc = +5V).
- What is the supply current of the HMC733LC4B?
The supply current (Icc) is 70 mA at TA = +25°C and Vcc = +5V).
- What is the operating temperature range of the HMC733LC4B?
The operating temperature range is from -40°C to +85°C).
- What type of package does the HMC733LC4B come in?
The HMC733LC4B is housed in a 4 x 4 mm, RoHS-compliant, surface-mount technology (SMT) package with 24 pins).
- What are the key applications of the HMC733LC4B?
The HMC733LC4B is suitable for industrial/medical equipment, test and measurement equipment, military radar, EW, and ECM, consumer electronics, industrial automation, and audio and video systems).
- What is the characteristic impedance of the HMC733LC4B?
The characteristic impedance is 50 Ohms).
- How does the HMC733LC4B handle temperature variations?
The HMC733LC4B maintains robust performance over a broad temperature range from -40°C to +85°C).
