Overview
The HMC752LC4 is a GaAs MMIC (Monolithic Microwave Integrated Circuit) Low Noise Wideband Amplifier produced by Analog Devices Inc. This amplifier is housed in a leadless 4x4 mm ceramic surface mount package and operates within the frequency range of 24 to 28 GHz. It is designed to provide high performance with low noise, making it suitable for various high-frequency applications.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Min. | Typ. | Max. | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frequency Range | 24 | - | 28 | GHz |
| Gain | 23 | 25 | - | dB |
| Gain Variation over Temperature | - | 0.02 | - | dB / °C |
| Noise Figure | 2.5 | - | 3 | dB |
| Input Return Loss | - | - | 14 | dB |
| Output Return Loss | - | - | 14 | dB |
| Output Power for 1 dB Compression (P1dB) | - | - | 13 | dBm |
| Saturated Output Power (Psat) | - | - | 16 | dBm |
| Output Third Order Intercept (IP3) | - | - | 26 | dBm |
| Supply Current (Idd) | - | 70 | - | mA |
| Supply Voltage (Vdd) | - | 3 | - | V |
Key Features
- Operates between 24 and 28 GHz with up to 25 dB of small signal gain.
- Low noise figure of 2.5 dB.
- Output IP3 of +26 dBm.
- P1dB output power of up to +13 dBm, suitable for LO driver applications.
- Internally matched I/Os to 50 Ohms, DC blocked.
- Low power consumption: 70 mA from a +3V supply.
- Housed in a leadless 4x4 mm ceramic surface mount package.
Applications
- Point-to-Point Radios
- Point-to-Multi-Point Radios
- Military & Space applications
- Test Instrumentation
- High capacity microwave radios
- VSAT (Very Small Aperture Terminal) applications
Q & A
- What is the frequency range of the HMC752LC4 amplifier?
The HMC752LC4 operates between 24 and 28 GHz.
- What is the typical gain of the HMC752LC4?
The typical gain is 25 dB.
- What is the noise figure of the HMC752LC4?
The noise figure is typically 2.5 dB.
- What is the P1dB output power of the HMC752LC4?
The P1dB output power is up to +13 dBm.
- What is the output IP3 of the HMC752LC4?
The output IP3 is +26 dBm.
- What is the supply voltage and current for the HMC752LC4?
The supply voltage is +3V, and the supply current is 70 mA.
- What type of package does the HMC752LC4 come in?
The HMC752LC4 is housed in a leadless 4x4 mm ceramic surface mount package.
- What are some typical applications for the HMC752LC4?
Typical applications include point-to-point radios, point-to-multi-point radios, military & space, test instrumentation, high capacity microwave radios, and VSAT applications.
- Are the I/Os of the HMC752LC4 internally matched?
Yes, the I/Os are internally matched to 50 Ohms and DC blocked.
- How should the package be grounded?
The package bottom has an exposed metal paddle that must be connected to RF/DC ground.
