Overview
The HMC871LC5TR-R5, produced by Analog Devices Inc., is a GaAs MMIC PHEMT Distributed Driver Amplifier designed for high-frequency applications. It is packaged in a 32-lead QFN (5mm x 5mm with exposed pad) surface mount package. This amplifier operates over a wide frequency range from DC to 20 GHz, making it suitable for various high-speed communication and optical modulation applications.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Conditions | Min. | Typ. | Max. | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gain | Frequency = 1 - 8 GHz | 11.5 | 14 | 14.5 | dB |
| Gain | Frequency = 8 - 16 GHz | 11 | 14 | 14.5 | dB |
| Gain | Frequency = 16 - 20 GHz | 8 | 11.5 | 11.5 | dB |
| Small Signal Bandwidth | 3-dB cutoff | 18.5 | GHz | ||
| Input Return Loss | Frequency = 1 - 10 GHz | 15 | dB | ||
| Input Return Loss | Frequency = 10 - 20 GHz | 10 | dB | ||
| Output Return Loss | Frequency = 1 - 10 GHz | 10 | dB | ||
| Output Return Loss | Frequency = 10 - 20 GHz | 10 | dB | ||
| Supply Voltage (Vdd) | +5 | +8 | V | ||
| Power Dissipation | Vout = 2.5 Vp-p, Vdd = 5V | <0.25 | W | ||
| Power Dissipation | Vout = 4 Vp-p, Vdd = 5V | <0.6 | W | ||
| Additive RMS Jitter | 10 Gbps operation | <300 | fs | ||
| Operating Temperature | -40 | 85 | °C |
Key Features
- Wide frequency operation from DC to 20 GHz
- High gain of up to 15 dB
- Adjustable output amplitude up to 4 Vp-p
- Low additive RMS jitter of <300 fs for 10 Gbps operation
- Low DC power consumption (<0.25W at Vout = 2.5 Vp-p and <0.6W at Vout = 4 Vp-p)
- Wide supply voltage range from +5V to +8V
- Internally matched I/Os to 50 Ohms
- 32-lead QFN (5mm x 5mm with exposed pad) surface mount package
Applications
- Optical modulator drivers
- VSR (Vertical Cavity Surface Emitting Laser) and Gigabit Ethernet applications
- High-speed data transmission systems
- Fiber optic communication systems
- Other high-frequency communication and signal processing applications
Q & A
- What is the frequency range of the HMC871LC5TR-R5 amplifier?
The HMC871LC5TR-R5 operates from DC to 20 GHz.
- What is the typical gain of the HMC871LC5TR-R5?
The typical gain is up to 15 dB.
- What is the maximum output swing of the HMC871LC5TR-R5?
The saturated output swing is up to 4 Vp-p.
- What is the additive RMS jitter for 10 Gbps operation?
The additive RMS jitter is less than 300 fs.
- What is the power dissipation at Vout = 2.5 Vp-p and Vdd = 5V?
The power dissipation is less than 0.25W.
- What is the supply voltage range for the HMC871LC5TR-R5?
The supply voltage range is from +5V to +8V.
- Are the I/Os internally matched to 50 Ohms?
Yes, the I/Os are internally matched to 50 Ohms.
- What is the package type of the HMC871LC5TR-R5?
The package is a 32-lead QFN (5mm x 5mm with exposed pad).
- What are the typical applications of the HMC871LC5TR-R5?
Typical applications include optical modulator drivers, VSR and Gigabit Ethernet, and high-speed data transmission systems.
- What is the operating temperature range of the HMC871LC5TR-R5?
The operating temperature range is from -40°C to 85°C.
