Overview
The HMC788ALP2E is a high-performance GaAs pHEMT Gain Block MMIC amplifier produced by Analog Devices Inc. This amplifier operates over a broad frequency range from 0.01 GHz to 10 GHz, making it versatile for various applications. It is packaged in a 2 mm x 2 mm, 6-lead lead frame chip scale package (LFCSP) and is designed to be used as either a cascadable 50 Ω gain stage or to drive the local oscillator (LO) port of many single and double-balanced mixers.
The amplifier offers 14 dB of typical gain and an output third-order intercept (OIP3) of +33 dBm at 5 V supply voltage. It is known for its high input linearity and stability over temperature, requiring minimal external bias components.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Min. | Typ. | Max. | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frequency Range | 0.01 GHz | - | 10 GHz | GHz |
| Gain (DC - 6 GHz) | - | 14 dB | - | dB |
| 1dB Compression (P1dB) | - | 20 dBm | - | dBm |
| Output Third-Order Intercept (OIP3) | - | 33 dBm | - | dBm |
| Supply Voltage | 4.5 V | 5 V | 5.5 V | V |
| Supply Current | - | 65 mA (at VCC = 5 V) | - | mA |
| Operating Temperature | -40 °C | - | 85 °C | °C |
| Package Style | - | 6-lead LFCSP | - | - |
Key Features
- High gain of 14 dB typical over the frequency range of 0.01 GHz to 6 GHz.
- High input linearity with a 1dB compression point (P1dB) of 20 dBm.
- Output third-order intercept (OIP3) of +33 dBm.
- Operates from a single supply voltage of 4.5 V to 5.5 V.
- Low supply current of 65 mA at 5 V supply voltage.
- Wide operating temperature range of -40 °C to +85 °C.
- Compact 2 mm x 2 mm, 6-lead LFCSP package.
- Minimal external bias components required due to Darlington feedback pair design.
Applications
- Cellular, 3G, LTE, WiMAX, and 4G systems.
- Local oscillator (LO) driver applications for single and double-balanced mixers.
- Microwave radio systems.
- Test and measurement equipment.
- Ultra-wideband (UWB) communications.
Q & A
- What is the frequency range of the HMC788ALP2E amplifier?
The HMC788ALP2E operates over a frequency range of 0.01 GHz to 10 GHz.
- What is the typical gain of the HMC788ALP2E?
The typical gain of the HMC788ALP2E is 14 dB.
- What is the 1dB compression point (P1dB) of the HMC788ALP2E?
The 1dB compression point (P1dB) is 20 dBm typical.
- What is the output third-order intercept (OIP3) of the HMC788ALP2E?
The output third-order intercept (OIP3) is +33 dBm typical.
- What is the supply voltage range for the HMC788ALP2E?
The supply voltage range is from 4.5 V to 5.5 V.
- What is the typical supply current of the HMC788ALP2E at 5 V supply voltage?
The typical supply current is 65 mA at 5 V supply voltage.
- What is the operating temperature range of the HMC788ALP2E?
The operating temperature range is from -40 °C to +85 °C.
- What package style is the HMC788ALP2E available in?
The HMC788ALP2E is available in a 6-lead lead frame chip scale package (LFCSP).
- What are some typical applications of the HMC788ALP2E?
Typical applications include cellular, 3G, LTE, WiMAX, and 4G systems, LO driver applications, microwave radio systems, test and measurement equipment, and ultra-wideband (UWB) communications.
- Does the HMC788ALP2E require many external bias components?
No, the HMC788ALP2E requires minimal external bias components due to its Darlington feedback pair design.
