Overview
The HMC870LC5TR is a GaAs MMIC pHEMT Distributed Driver Amplifier produced by Analog Devices Inc. This component is packaged in a leadless 5x5 mm surface mount package and operates over a wide frequency range from DC to 20 GHz. It is designed to provide high gain, low jitter, and adjustable output amplitude, making it suitable for various high-speed optical communication applications.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Conditions | Min. | Typ. | Max. | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gain | Frequency = 1 - 8 GHz | 14 | 17 | 17.5 | dB |
| Gain | Frequency = 8 - 16 GHz | 13.5 | 16.5 | 17 | dB |
| Gain | Frequency = 16 - 20 GHz | 12 | 16 | 16.5 | dB |
| Small Signal Bandwidth | 3-dB cutoff | 20 | GHz | ||
| Input Return Loss | Frequency = 1 - 10 GHz | 20 | dB | ||
| Input Return Loss | Frequency = 10 - 20 GHz | 15 | dB | ||
| Output Return Loss | Frequency = 1 - 10 GHz | 15 | dB | ||
| Output Return Loss | Frequency = 10 - 20 GHz | 10 | dB | ||
| Supply Voltage (Vdd) | 3.3 | 7 | V | ||
| Output Swing | 2.5 | 8 | Vp-p | ||
| Additive RMS Jitter | For 10 Gbps operation | <300 | fs | ||
| Power Consumption | Vout = 3.6 Vp-p | <0.4 | W | ||
| Power Consumption | Vout = 8.5 Vp-p | <1 | W | ||
| Package | 32-Lead QFN (5mm x 5mm w/ EP) |
Key Features
- High gain of 17 dB
- Adjustable output swing from 2.5 to 8 Vp-p
- Low additive RMS jitter of <300 fs for 10 Gbps operation
- Wide supply voltage range from 3.3V to 7V
- Internally matched RF I/Os to 50 Ohms
- Scalable power dissipation for varying output drive requirements
- Cross point adjustment feature
- Low DC power consumption
Applications
The HMC870LC5TR is ideal for Metro and Long Haul optical communication systems. It is particularly suited for applications requiring high-speed data transmission, such as optical modulator drivers, fiber optic data links, and other high-frequency communication systems.
Q & A
- What is the frequency range of the HMC870LC5TR? The HMC870LC5TR operates from DC to 20 GHz.
- What is the gain of the HMC870LC5TR? The gain is approximately 17 dB.
- What is the output swing range of the HMC870LC5TR? The output swing is adjustable from 2.5 to 8 Vp-p.
- What is the additive RMS jitter for 10 Gbps operation? The additive RMS jitter is less than 300 fs.
- What is the supply voltage range of the HMC870LC5TR? The supply voltage range is from 3.3V to 7V.
- How is the power consumption of the HMC870LC5TR? The power consumption is less than 0.4W at Vout = 3.6 Vp-p and less than 1W at Vout = 8.5 Vp-p.
- What type of package does the HMC870LC5TR come in? It comes in a 32-Lead QFN (5mm x 5mm w/ EP) package.
- What are the typical applications of the HMC870LC5TR? It is used in Metro and Long Haul optical communication systems, including optical modulator drivers and fiber optic data links.
- Is the HMC870LC5TR internally matched to 50 Ohms? Yes, the RF I/Os are internally matched to 50 Ohms.
- Does the HMC870LC5TR have a cross point adjustment feature? Yes, it does have a cross point adjustment feature.
