HMC577LC4B

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Typical Applications Features

The HMC577LC4B is suitable for: Very High Output Power: +20 dBm
FREQ. MULTIPLIERS - ACTIVE - SMT

• Clock Generation Applications: Low Input Power Drive: -2 to +6 dBm

SONET OC-192 & SDH STM-64
Very High Fo, 3Fo Isolation:
• Point-to-Point & VSAT Radios >55 dBc @ Fout= 29 GHz
• Test Instrumentation 100 KHz SSB Phase Noise: -128 dBc/Hz
• Military & Space Single Supply: +5V @ 213 mA
24 Lead 4x4mm QFN Package: 16mm²

Functional Diagram General Description

The HMC577LC4B is a x2 active broadband frequ-
ency multiplier utilizing GaAs PHEMT technology in a
leadless RoHS compliant SMT package. When driven
by a +5 dBm signal, the multiplier provides +20 dBm
typical output power from 27 to 31 GHz. The Fo and
3Fo isolations are >55 dBc at 29 GHz. The
HMC577LC4B is ideal for use in LO multiplier chains
for Pt-to-Pt & VSAT Radios yielding reduced parts
count vs. traditional approaches. The low additive
SSB Phase Noise of -128 dBc/Hz at 100 kHz offset
helps maintain good system noise performance. The
RoHS packaged HMC577LC4B eliminates the need
for wire bonding, and allows the use of surface mount
manufacturing techniques.

Electrical Specifications, TA = +25° C, Vdd = +5V, 5 dBm Drive Level

Parameter Min. Typ. Max. Units
Frequency Range, Input 13.5 - 15.5 GHz
Frequency Range, Output 27 - 31 GHz
Output Power 15 20 dBm
Fo Isolation (with respect to output level) 60 dBc
3Fo Isolation (with respect to output level) 55 dBc
Input Return Loss 20 dB
Output Return Loss 7 dB
SSB Phase Noise (100 kHz Offset) -128 dBc/Hz
Supply Current (Idd) 213 mA

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Output Power vs.

Temperature @ 5 dBm Drive Level Output Power vs. Drive Level
26 25
6 dBm
24 20

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22
OUTPUT POWER (dBm)

OUTPUT POWER (dBm)

15
20
18 10

16 5
14 +25C 0
+85C
12 -40C -4 dBm 0 dBm 2 dBm
-5
10 -6 dBm
-2 dBm
8 -10
4 dBm
6 -15
25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33
OUTPUT FREQUENCY (GHz) OUTPUT FREQUENCY (GHz)

Output Power vs.

Supply Voltage @ 5 dBm Drive Level Isolation @ 5 dBm Drive Level
26 30
24 20
22 10
OUTPUT POWER (dBm)

OUTPUT POWER (dBm)

20
0 Fo
18 2Fo
-10 3Fo
16
-20
14
-30
12 Vdd=4.5V
Vdd=5.0V -40
10 Vdd=5.5V

8 -50

6 -60
25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33
OUTPUT FREQUENCY (GHz) FREQUENCY (GHz)

Output Power vs. Input Power

25

20
OUTPUT POWER (dBm)

15

10

5 13.5GHz
15GHz
0 16.5GHz

-5

-10

-15
-10 -8 -6 -4 -2 0 2 4 6 8 10
INPUT POWER (dBm)

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For price, delivery and to place orders: For price, 2delivery, and to placeChelmsford,
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rights of third parties that may result from its use. Specifications subject to change without notice. No
Phone: 978-250-3343 Fax: 978-250-3373 Phone:
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Order781-329-4700
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Input Return Loss vs. Temperature Output Return Loss vs. Temperature
0 0
-2
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INPUT RETURN LOSS (dB)

-5 -4
OUTPUT POWER (dBm)

-6
+25C
-10 +85C -8
-40C
-10
-15 -12 +25C
+85C
-14 -40C

-20 -16
-18
-25 -20
12.5 13 13.5 14 14.5 15 15.5 16 16.5 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33
FREQUENCY (GHz) FREQUENCY (GHz)

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of patents or other Elizabeth Drive, 01824
One Technology Way, P.O. Box 9106, Norwood, MA 02062-9106
rights of third parties that may result from its use. Specifications subject to change without notice. No
Phone: 978-250-3343 Fax: 978-250-3373 Phone: Order781-329-4700
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Absolute Maximum Ratings Typical Supply Current vs. Vdd

RF Input (Vdd = +5V) +13 dBm Vdd (Vdc) Idd (mA)
Supply Voltage (Vdd) +6.0 V 4.5 212

FREQ. MULTIPLIERS - ACTIVE - SMT

Channel Temperature 175 °C 5.0 213
Continuous Pdiss (T= 85 °C) 5.5 214
1.24 W
(derate 13.8 mW/°C above 85 °C)
Note:
Thermal Resistance
(channel to ground paddle)
73 °C/W Multiplier will operate over full voltage range shown above.

Storage Temperature -65 to +150 °C

Operating Temperature -40 to +85 °C
ELECTROSTATIC SENSITIVE DEVICE
OBSERVE HANDLING PRECAUTIONS

Outline Drawing

NOTES:
1. PACKAGE BODY MATERIAL: ALUMINA
2. LEAD AND GROUND PADDLE PLATING: 30-80 MICROINCHES GOLD OVER
50 MICROINCHES MINIMUM NICKEL.
3. DIMENSIONS ARE IN INCHES [MILLIMETERS].
4. LEAD SPACING TOLERANCE IS NON-CUMULATIVE
5. PACKAGE WARP SHALL NOT EXCEED 0.05mm DATUM -C-
6. ALL GROUND LEADS AND GROUND PADDLE MUST BE SOLDERED
TO PCB RF GROUND.

Package Information

Part Number Package Body Material Lead Finish MSL Rating Package Marking [2]
[1] H577
HMC577LC4B Alumina, White Gold over Nickel MSL3
XXXX
[1] Max peak reflow temperature of 260 °C
[2] 4-Digit lot number XXXX

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For price, delivery and to place orders: For price, 2delivery, and to placeChelmsford,
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Devices, Inc.,
responsibility is assumed by Analog Devices for its use, nor for anyHittite Microwave
infringements Corporation,
of patents or other Elizabeth Drive, 01824
One Technology Way, P.O. Box 9106, Norwood, MA 02062-9106
rights of third parties that may result from its use. Specifications subject to change without notice. No
Phone: 978-250-3343 Fax: 978-250-3373 Phone:
license is granted by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights of Analog Devices.
Order781-329-4700
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Pin Description
Pin Number Function Description Interface Schematic
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These pins are internally not connected; however,

1, 2, 6 - 13,
N/C this product was specified with these pins connected
17 - 21, 23, 24
to RF/ DC ground.

Package bottom must also be connected

3, 5, 14, 16 GND
to RF/DC ground.

4 RFIN Pin is AC coupled and matched to 50 Ohms.

15 RFOUT Pin is AC coupled and matched to 50 Ohms.

Supply voltage 5V ± 0.5V. External bypass capacitors

22 Vdd
of 100 pF, 1,000 pF and 2.2 µF are required.

Application Circuit
Component Value

C1 100 pF

C2 1,000 pF

C3 2.2 µF

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One Technology Way, P.O. Box 9106, Norwood, MA 02062-9106
rights of third parties that may result from its use. Specifications subject to change without notice. No
Phone: 978-250-3343 Fax: 978-250-3373 Phone: Order781-329-4700
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Evaluation PCB

FREQ. MULTIPLIERS - ACTIVE - SMT

List of Materials for Evaluation PCB 115223 [1]
Item Description The circuit board used in the final application
J1, J2 PCB Mount SRI K Connector should be generated with proper RF circuit design
J3 Molex Header, 2mm techniques. Signal lines should have 50 ohm
C1 100 pF Capacitor, 0402 Pkg. impedance while the package ground leads and
C2 1,000 pF Capacitor, 0603 Pkg. exposed paddle should be connected directly to
C3 2.2 µF Tantalum Capacitor
the ground plane similar to that shown. A sufficient
U1 HMC577LC4B x2 Active Multiplier
number of via holes should be used to connect
PCB [2] 110335 Eval Board
the top and bottom ground planes. The evaluation
[1] Reference this number when ordering complete evaluation PCB
circuit board shown is available from Hittite upon
[2] Circuit Board Material: Rogers 4350
request.

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infringements Corporation,
of patents or other Elizabeth Drive, 01824
One Technology Way, P.O. Box 9106, Norwood, MA 02062-9106
rights of third parties that may result from its use. Specifications subject to change without notice. No
Phone: 978-250-3343 Fax: 978-250-3373 Phone:
license is granted by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights of Analog Devices.
Order781-329-4700
On-line at www.hittite.com
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Trademarks and registered trademarks are Application Support:
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respective owners. Application Support: Phone: 1-800-ANALOG-D
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