Overview
The HMC994ALP5E is a GaAs pHEMT MMIC Distributed Wideband Power Amplifier produced by Analog Devices Inc. This amplifier operates across a broad frequency range from DC to 28 GHz, making it highly versatile for various high-frequency applications. It is designed to provide high gain, high output power, and high linearity, which are critical for military, space, and test equipment applications.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Typical Value | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Frequency Range | DC - 28 GHz | GHz |
| Gain | 13 dB | dB |
| Saturated Output Power (Psat) | +29 dBm | dBm |
| Output IP3 | +38 dBm | dBm |
| Power Added Efficiency (PAE) | 23% | % |
| Supply Voltage | +10 V | V |
| Supply Current | 250 mA | mA |
| Input/Output Impedance | 50 Ohms | Ohms |
| Package Type | 32-Lead QFN 5x5 mm Surface Mount |
Key Features
- High gain of 13 dB across the frequency range.
- High saturated output power of +29 dBm.
- High output IP3 of +38 dBm, ideal for high linearity applications.
- Power Added Efficiency (PAE) of 23% from a +10V supply.
- Internally matched input and output to 50 Ohms, facilitating easy integration into multi-chip modules (MCMs).
- Leadless QFN 5x5 mm surface mount package for compact design.
- Positive gain slope from 4 to 16 GHz, making it suitable for EW, ECM, Radar, and test equipment applications.
Applications
- Test Instrumentation: Ideal for high-frequency test equipment due to its high linearity and wideband operation.
- Microwave Radio & VSAT: Suitable for point-to-point and point-to-multi-point radio systems.
- Military & Space: High reliability and performance make it suitable for military and space applications.
- Telecom Infrastructure: Used in telecom infrastructure for high-frequency signal amplification.
- Fiber Optics: Supports high-speed data transmission in fiber optic systems.
- EW, ECM, and Radar: The positive gain slope and high linearity make it ideal for electronic warfare, electronic countermeasures, and radar applications.
Q & A
- What is the frequency range of the HMC994ALP5E amplifier?
The HMC994ALP5E operates from DC to 28 GHz.
- What is the typical gain of the HMC994ALP5E?
The amplifier provides a typical gain of 13 dB.
- What is the saturated output power of the HMC994ALP5E?
The saturated output power (Psat) is +29 dBm.
- What is the output IP3 of the HMC994ALP5E?
The output IP3 is +38 dBm.
- What is the supply voltage and current for the HMC994ALP5E?
The amplifier operates from a +10V supply with a typical current of 250 mA.
- What is the package type of the HMC994ALP5E?
The amplifier is packaged in a 32-Lead QFN 5x5 mm surface mount package.
- What are the typical applications of the HMC994ALP5E?
It is used in test instrumentation, microwave radio & VSAT, military & space, telecom infrastructure, fiber optics, and EW, ECM, and radar applications.
- Is the HMC994ALP5E internally matched to 50 Ohms?
- What is the Power Added Efficiency (PAE) of the HMC994ALP5E?
The PAE is 23% from a +10V supply.
- Is the HMC994ALP5E RoHS-compliant?
