Overview
The HMC994ALP5ETR is a GaAs pHEMT MMIC Distributed Wideband Power Amplifier designed and manufactured 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 particularly suited for high linearity requirements and is ideal for use in military, space, test equipment, and other high-performance radio systems.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Min. | Typ. | Max. | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frequency Range | DC | - | 28 GHz | GHz |
| Gain | 11 | 15 | 11 | dB |
| P1dB Output Power | +28 | - | - | dBm |
| Psat Output Power | +29 | - | - | dBm |
| Output IP3 | +38 | - | - | dBm |
| Supply Voltage (Vdd) | +10 | - | - | V |
| Supply Current (Idd) | 250 | - | - | mA |
| PAE | 25% | - | - | % |
| Input/Output Impedance | 50 | - | - | Ω |
| Package Type | Leadless QFN 5x5 mm | - | - | - |
Key Features
- Operates from DC to 28 GHz, providing a wideband frequency range.
- High gain of 15 dB and saturated output power of +29 dBm.
- High linearity with an output IP3 of up to +38 dBm.
- Internally matched to 50 Ω input and output impedance.
- Packaged in a leadless QFN 5x5 mm surface mount package.
- Positive gain slope from 2 to 20 GHz, ideal for EW, ECM, and test equipment applications.
- High PAE of 25% from a +10V supply.
Applications
- Test Instrumentation: Ideal for use in high-frequency test equipment such as network analyzers and spectrum analyzers.
- Military & Space: Suitable for high linearity applications in military and space systems.
- Fiber Optics: Used in fiber optic communication systems requiring high-frequency amplification.
- EW & ECM: Effective in Electronic Warfare (EW) and Electronic Countermeasures (ECM) applications.
- Microwave Radio & VSAT: Applicable in microwave radio and Very Small Aperture Terminal (VSAT) systems.
Q & A
- What is the frequency range of the HMC994ALP5ETR?
The HMC994ALP5ETR operates from DC to 28 GHz.
- What is the gain of the HMC994ALP5ETR?
The amplifier provides a gain of 15 dB.
- What is the saturated output power of the HMC994ALP5ETR?
The saturated output power is +29 dBm.
- What is the output IP3 of the HMC994ALP5ETR?
The output IP3 is up to +38 dBm.
- What is the supply voltage and current for the HMC994ALP5ETR?
The supply voltage is +10V, and the supply current is 250 mA.
- What is the PAE of the HMC994ALP5ETR?
The PAE is 25% from a +10V supply.
- What is the input/output impedance of the HMC994ALP5ETR?
The input/output impedance is internally matched to 50 Ω.
- In what type of package is the HMC994ALP5ETR available?
The amplifier is packaged in a leadless QFN 5x5 mm surface mount package.
- What are some typical applications of the HMC994ALP5ETR?
Typical applications include test instrumentation, military and space systems, fiber optics, EW, ECM, and microwave radio & VSAT systems.
- How does the HMC994ALP5ETR handle thermal management?
The amplifier is designed with thermal management in mind, including a heat spreader and mounting holes for attaching to a heat sink.
