Overview
The HMC832ALP6GE, produced by Analog Devices Inc., is a high-performance, wideband, Fractional-N Phase-Locked Loop (PLL) synthesizer. This device integrates a voltage-controlled oscillator (VCO) with a fundamental frequency range of 1500 MHz to 3000 MHz and an integrated VCO output divider, enabling the generation of continuous frequencies from 25 MHz to 3000 MHz. It is designed to offer excellent spectral performance, low phase noise, and high spurious rejection, making it suitable for various high-frequency applications.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| RF Bandwidth | 25 MHz to 3000 MHz | |
| Supply Voltage | 3.1 to 3.5 | V |
| Maximum Phase Detector Rate | 100 MHz | |
| Phase Noise (in-band) | -110 dBc/Hz (typical) | |
| Fractional Figure of Merit (FOM) | -226 dBc/Hz | |
| Step Size Resolution | 24-bit, 3 Hz (typical) | |
| VCO Output Divider Range | Divide by 1/2/4/6/…60/62 | |
| RF Output Gain Control | 12 dB in 1 dB steps | |
| Package Type | 40-lead 6 mm × 6 mm SMT package | |
| Power Supply Currents (High Performance Mode) | 219 mA to 237 mA | mA |
| Power Supply Currents (Low Current Mode) | 180 mA to 205 mA | mA |
Key Features
- Integrated VCO with a fundamental frequency range of 1500 MHz to 3000 MHz.
- Integrated VCO output divider for generating continuous frequencies from 25 MHz to 3000 MHz.
- Ultralow phase noise of -110 dBc/Hz (typical) and fractional figure of merit (FOM) of -226 dBc/Hz.
- 24-bit step size resolution with 3 Hz typical resolution.
- Exact frequency mode with 0 Hz frequency error and fast frequency hopping capability.
- 12 dB of RF output gain control in 1 dB steps and output mute function.
- Programmable performance technology for low current consumption or high performance modes.
- Low noise floor of -160 dBc/Hz to minimize modulator/mixer noise floor contributions.
Applications
- Cellular infrastructure.
- Microwave radio.
- WiMax, WiFi communications.
- Communications test equipment.
- CATV equipment.
- DDS replacement.
- Military applications.
- Tunable reference source for spurious-free performance.
Q & A
- What is the RF bandwidth of the HMC832ALP6GE?
The RF bandwidth of the HMC832ALP6GE is from 25 MHz to 3000 MHz.
- What is the supply voltage range for the HMC832ALP6GE?
The supply voltage range is from 3.1 V to 3.5 V.
- What is the maximum phase detector rate of the HMC832ALP6GE?
The maximum phase detector rate is 100 MHz.
- What is the typical phase noise of the HMC832ALP6GE?
The typical phase noise is -110 dBc/Hz.
- What is the step size resolution of the HMC832ALP6GE?
The step size resolution is 24-bit with a typical resolution of 3 Hz.
- Does the HMC832ALP6GE have an output mute function?
Yes, the HMC832ALP6GE includes an output mute function.
- What are the power supply current ranges for the HMC832ALP6GE in high performance and low current modes?
In high performance mode, the current ranges from 219 mA to 237 mA. In low current mode, it ranges from 180 mA to 205 mA.
- What types of applications is the HMC832ALP6GE suitable for?
The HMC832ALP6GE is suitable for cellular infrastructure, microwave radio, WiMax, WiFi communications, communications test equipment, CATV equipment, DDS replacement, military applications, and as a tunable reference source.
- What is the package type of the HMC832ALP6GE?
The package type is a 40-lead 6 mm × 6 mm SMT package.
- Does the HMC832ALP6GE support fast frequency hopping?
Yes, the HMC832ALP6GE supports fast frequency hopping.
