Overview
The HMC903LP3E is a self-biased, gallium arsenide (GaAs), monolithic microwave integrated circuit (MMIC), pseudomorphic (pHEMT), low noise amplifier (LNA) produced by Analog Devices Inc. This amplifier operates within the frequency range of 6 GHz to 17 GHz, making it suitable for various high-frequency applications. It is housed in a 16-lead, 3 mm × 3 mm, LFCSP package and features an optional bias control for reducing the quiescent drain current (IDQ).
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Typical Value | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Frequency Range | 6 GHz to 17 GHz | GHz |
| Small Signal Gain | 18.5 dB | dB |
| Noise Figure | 1.7 dB | dB |
| Output Power for 1 dB Compression (P1dB) | 14.5 dBm | dBm |
| Output Third-Order Intercept (IP3) | 25 dBm | dBm |
| Supply Voltage | 3.5 V | V |
| Supply Current (IDQ) | 80 mA | mA |
| Input/Output Impedance | 50 Ω | Ω |
| Package Type | 16-Lead LFCSP (3 mm × 3 mm) | |
| Operating Temperature | −40°C to +85°C | °C |
Key Features
- Low noise figure of 1.7 dB typical at 6 GHz to 16 GHz
- High gain of 18.5 dB typical at 6 GHz to 16 GHz
- Output power for 1 dB compression (P1dB) of 14.5 dBm typical
- Single-supply voltage of 3.5 V at 80 mA typical
- Output third-order intercept (IP3) of 25 dBm typical
- Self-biased with optional bias control for IDQ reduction
- Internally matched input and output to 50 Ω
- DC blocked input and output
Applications
- Point to point radios
- Point to multipoint radios
- Military and space applications
- Test instrumentation
- High capacity microwave radios
- Video satellite (VSAT) applications
Q & A
- What is the frequency range of the HMC903LP3E amplifier?
The HMC903LP3E amplifier operates from 6 GHz to 17 GHz.
- What is the typical noise figure of the HMC903LP3E?
The typical noise figure is 1.7 dB at 6 GHz to 16 GHz.
- What is the output power for 1 dB compression (P1dB) of the HMC903LP3E?
The P1dB output power is 14.5 dBm typical.
- What is the supply voltage and current for the HMC903LP3E?
The supply voltage is 3.5 V, and the supply current (IDQ) is 80 mA typical.
- What is the output third-order intercept (IP3) of the HMC903LP3E?
The output IP3 is 25 dBm typical.
- Is the HMC903LP3E internally matched to a specific impedance?
Yes, the input and output are internally matched to 50 Ω.
- What type of package does the HMC903LP3E come in?
The HMC903LP3E is housed in a 16-lead, 3 mm × 3 mm, LFCSP package.
- What are the typical applications of the HMC903LP3E?
The HMC903LP3E is used in point to point radios, point to multipoint radios, military and space applications, test instrumentation, high capacity microwave radios, and video satellite (VSAT) applications.
- Is the HMC903LP3E RoHS compliant?
Yes, the HMC903LP3E is RoHS compliant.
- What is the operating temperature range of the HMC903LP3E?
The operating temperature range is −40°C to +85°C.
