Overview
The HMC832LP6GETR is a high-performance, wideband, fractional-N Phase-Locked Loop (PLL) synthesizer designed by Analog Devices Inc. This component features an integrated Voltage Controlled Oscillator (VCO) with a fundamental frequency range of 1500 MHz to 3000 MHz. It is designed to operate with a 3.3 V supply and is footprint-compatible with the HMC830 PLL, making it a versatile choice for various RF and microwave applications. The HMC832LP6GETR is known for its industry-leading phase noise and spurious performance, which enhances receiver sensitivity and transmitter spectral purity.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| RF Bandwidth | 25 MHz to 3000 MHz | |
| Supply Voltage | 3.1 to 3.5 V | 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 | Divide by 1/2/4/6/…60/62 | |
| Package Type | 40-lead 6 mm × 6 mm SMT | |
| Power Supply Currents (High Performance Mode) | 210 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
- 12 dB of RF output gain control in 1 dB steps and output mute function
- Ultralow phase noise and spurious performance
- Exact frequency mode with 0 Hz frequency error and fast frequency hopping capability
- Programmable performance technology for low current consumption or high performance modes
- Integrated phase detector and delta-sigma modulator capable of operating up to 100 MHz
- Low noise floor (-160 dBc/Hz) to minimize modulator/mixer noise floor in transmitter applications
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 HMC832LP6GETR?
The RF bandwidth of the HMC832LP6GETR is from 25 MHz to 3000 MHz. - What is the supply voltage range for the HMC832LP6GETR?
The supply voltage range is from 3.1 V to 3.5 V. - What is the maximum phase detector rate of the HMC832LP6GETR?
The maximum phase detector rate is 100 MHz. - What is the typical phase noise performance of the HMC832LP6GETR?
The typical phase noise performance is -110 dBc/Hz in-band. - What is the fractional figure of merit (FOM) of the HMC832LP6GETR?
The fractional FOM is -226 dBc/Hz. - What is the step size resolution of the HMC832LP6GETR?
The step size resolution is 24-bit, with a typical resolution of 3 Hz. - What types of output dividers are available on the HMC832LP6GETR?
The VCO output divider can divide by 1/2/4/6/…60/62. - What is the package type of the HMC832LP6GETR?
The package type is a 40-lead 6 mm × 6 mm SMT. - What are the typical power supply currents for the HMC832LP6GETR in high performance mode?
The typical power supply currents range from 210 mA to 237 mA in high performance mode. - What are some common applications of the HMC832LP6GETR?
Common applications include cellular infrastructure, microwave radio, WiMax, WiFi communications, communications test equipment, CATV equipment, DDS replacement, and military applications.
