Overview
The HMC998A-SX is a GaAs MMIC pHEMT Distributed Power Amplifier die produced by Analog Devices Inc. This amplifier operates across a broad frequency range from DC to 22 GHz, making it highly versatile for various RF and microwave applications. It is designed to provide high performance with features such as high gain, high output power, and high output IP3. The amplifier is particularly suited for applications in test instrumentation, microwave radio and VSAT, military and space, telecom infrastructure, and fiber optics due to its positive gain slope and internally matched 50 Ohm I/Os.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Typical Value | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Frequency Range | 0.1 - 22 GHz | GHz |
| Gain | 12.5 - 14.5 dB | dB |
| P1dB Output Power | +31.5 dBm | dBm |
| Psat Output Power | +33 dBm | dBm |
| Output IP3 | +41 dBm | dBm |
| Supply Voltage | +10V to +15V | V |
| Supply Current | 500 mA | mA |
| Noise Figure | 3 - 8 dB | dB |
| Input Return Loss | -20 dB | dB |
| Output Return Loss | -7 dB | dB |
| Operating Temperature | -55°C to +85°C | °C |
| Die Size | 2.99 x 1.84 x 0.1 mm | mm |
Key Features
- High P1dB Output Power: +31.5 dBm
- High Psat Output Power: +33 dBm
- High Gain: 12.5 - 14.5 dB
- High Output IP3: +41 dBm
- Internally matched 50 Ohm I/Os for easy integration into multi-chip-modules (MCMs)
- Positive gain slope from 1 to 18 GHz, ideal for EW, ECM, Radar, and test equipment applications
- Wide frequency range operation from DC to 22 GHz
- Supply voltage range of +10V to +15V with a supply current of 500 mA
Applications
- Test Instrumentation
- Microwave Radio & VSAT
- Military & Space
- Telecom Infrastructure
- Fiber Optics
- Electronic Warfare (EW)
- Electronic Countermeasures (ECM)
- Radar Systems
Q & A
- What is the frequency range of the HMC998A-SX?
The HMC998A-SX operates from DC to 22 GHz.
- What is the typical gain of the HMC998A-SX?
The typical gain is between 12.5 dB and 14.5 dB.
- What is the P1dB output power of the HMC998A-SX?
The P1dB output power is +31.5 dBm.[
- What is the supply voltage range for the HMC998A-SX?
The supply voltage range is from +10V to +15V.
- What is the typical supply current for the HMC998A-SX?
The typical supply current is 500 mA.
- What are the typical applications of the HMC998A-SX?
Typical applications include test instrumentation, microwave radio and VSAT, military and space, telecom infrastructure, and fiber optics.
- What is the noise figure of the HMC998A-SX?
The noise figure ranges from 3 dB to 8 dB.[
- Is the HMC998A-SX internally matched to 50 Ohms?
- What is the operating temperature range of the HMC998A-SX?
- What is the die size of the HMC998A-SX?
