Overview
The HMC870LC5TR-R5, produced by Analog Devices Inc., is a GaAs MMIC pHEMT Distributed Driver Amplifier designed for high-performance applications. This amplifier is packaged in a leadless 5x5 mm surface mount package and operates across a wide frequency range from DC to 20 GHz. It is particularly suited for Metro and Long Haul optical communication systems, offering scalable power dissipation and excellent gain flatness.
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 | ||
| Output Return Loss | Frequency = 1 - 10 GHz | 15 | dB | ||
| Gain Variation over Temperature | Frequency = 1 - 10 GHz | 0.016 | 0.029 | dB/°C | |
| Supply Voltage (Vdd) | 3.3 | 7 | V | ||
| Saturated Output Swing | 8 | Vp-p | |||
| Additive RMS Jitter | For 10 Gbps operation | 300 | fs | ||
| Power Dissipation | Vout = 3.6 Vp-p | <0.4 | W | ||
| Power Dissipation | Vout = 8.5 Vp-p | <1 | W |
Key Features
- Wide frequency operation from DC to 20 GHz
- High gain of 17 dB with excellent gain flatness (±0.5 dB)
- Adjustable output swing cross point
- 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
- Packaged in a 32-lead 5x5 mm surface mount package
Applications
The HMC870LC5TR-R5 is ideal for various high-speed optical communication applications, including:
- Metro and Long Haul optical communication systems
- Optical modulator drivers
- High-speed data transmission systems
Q & A
- What is the frequency range of the HMC870LC5TR-R5? The HMC870LC5TR-R5 operates from DC to 20 GHz.
- What is the gain of the HMC870LC5TR-R5? The amplifier provides a gain of 17 dB.
- What is the saturated output swing of the HMC870LC5TR-R5? The saturated output swing is 8 Vp-p.
- What is the additive RMS jitter for 10 Gbps operation? The additive RMS jitter is 300 fs.
- What is the supply voltage range of the HMC870LC5TR-R5? The supply voltage range is from 3.3V to 7V.
- How is the power dissipation of the HMC870LC5TR-R5? The power dissipation 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-R5 come in? It is packaged in a 32-lead 5x5 mm surface mount package.
- What are the typical applications of the HMC870LC5TR-R5? It is used in Metro and Long Haul optical communication systems, optical modulator drivers, and high-speed data transmission systems.
- Is the RF I/O internally matched? Yes, the RF I/Os are internally matched to 50 Ohms.
- What is the gain flatness of the HMC870LC5TR-R5? The gain flatness is ±0.5 dB.
