HMC504LC4B
v05.0918
AMPLIFIERS - LOW NOISE - SMT
GaAs HEMT MMIC LOW NOISE
AMPLIFIER, 14 - 27 GHz
Typical Applications
Features
This HMC504LC4B is ideal for:
Noise Figure: 2.2 dB @ 20 GHz
• Point-to-Point Radios
Gain: 19 dB
• Point-to-Multi-Point Radios
P1dB Output Power: +17 dBm
• Military & Space
Supply Voltage: +4V @ 90mA
• Test Instrumentation
Output IP3: +26 dBm
50 Ohm matched Input/Output
24 Lead 4x4mm SMT Package: 16mm2
General Description
Functional Diagram
The HMC504LC4B is a GaAs MMIC Low Noise
Wideband Amplifier housed in a leadless 4x4 mm ceramic surface mount package. The amplifier operates
between 14 and 27 GHz, providing up to 19 dB of
small signal gain, 2.2 dB noise figure, and output IP3
of +26 dBm, while requiring only 90 mA from a +4V
supply. The P1dB output power of up to +17 dBm
enables the LNA to function as a LO driver for balanced, I/Q or image reject mixers. The HMC504LC4B
also features I/Os that are DC blocked and internally
matched to 50 Ohms, making it ideal for high capacity
microwave radios or VSAT applications. This versatile
LNA is also available in die form as the HMC-ALH476.
Electrical Specifications, TA = +25 °C, Vdd = +4V, Idd = 90 mA[2]
Parameter
Min.
Frequency Range
Gain
[1]
Gain Variation over Temperature
Typ.
Max.
Min.
14 - 20
16.5
Typ.
Max.
Min.
20 - 24
19
16
0.015
Typ.
Max.
24 - 27
18.5
14
0.017
Units
GHz
17
dB
0.018
dB / °C
Noise Figure [1]
2.2
Input Return Loss
15
9
7
Output Return Loss
15
12
9.5
dB
Output Power for 1 dB Compression [1]
15
16.5
17
dBm
Saturated Output Power (Psat) [1]
19.5
19.5
19
dBm
Output Third Order Intercept (IP3)
24.5
25.5
26
dBm
90
90
90
mA
Supply Current (Idd)
(Vdd = 4V, Vgg = -0.3V Typ.)
3
2.5
4.2
4.5
6
dB
dB
[1] Board loss subtracted out for gain, power and noise figure measurement
[2] Adjust Vgg between -1.7 to 0V to achieve Idd = 90mA
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One Technology Way, P.O. Box 9106, Norwood, MA 02062-9106
Phone: 781-329-4700 • Order online at www.analog.com
Application Support: Phone: 1-800-ANALOG-D
HMC504LC4B
v05.0918
GaAs HEMT MMIC LOW NOISE
AMPLIFIER, 14 - 27 GHz
Gain vs. Temperature [1]
Broadband Gain & Return Loss [1]
22
20
18
S21
S11
S22
5
GAIN (dB)
RESPONSE (dB)
15
-5
16
+25C
+85C
- 40C
14
-15
12
-25
10
10
12
14
16
18
20
22
24
26
28
30
32
13
15
17
FREQUENCY (GHz)
Input Return Loss vs. Temperature
23
25
27
29
0
+25C
+85C
- 40C
+25C
+85C
- 40C
-5
RETURN LOSS (dB)
-5
RETURN LOSS (dB)
21
Output Return Loss vs. Temperature
0
-10
-15
-20
-10
-15
-20
-25
-25
13
15
17
19
21
23
25
27
29
13
15
17
FREQUENCY (GHz)
19
21
23
25
27
29
25
27
29
FREQUENCY (GHz)
Output IP3 vs. Temperature
Noise Figure vs. Temperature [1]
35
10
+25C
+85C
- 40C
8
30
25
IP3 (dBm)
NOISE FIGURE (dB)
19
FREQUENCY (GHz)
AMPLIFIERS - LOW NOISE - SMT
25
6
4
20
+25C
+85C
- 40C
15
2
10
5
0
13
15
17
19
21
23
25
27
FREQUENCY (GHz)
13
15
17
19
21
23
FREQUENCY (GHz)
[1] Board loss subtracted out for gain, power and noise figure measurement
For price, delivery, and to place orders: Analog Devices, Inc., One Technology Way, P.O. Box 9106, Norwood, MA 02062-9106
Phone: 781-329-4700 • Order online at www.analog.com
Application Support: Phone: 1-800-ANALOG-D
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AMPLIFIER, 14 - 27 GHz
Psat vs. Temperature [1]
24
16
20
12
Psat (dBm)
P1dB (dBm)
20
+25C
+85C
- 40C
8
4
16
+25C
+85C
- 40C
12
8
0
4
13
15
17
19
21
23
25
27
29
13
15
17
19
FREQUENCY (GHz)
21
23
25
27
29
FREQUENCY (GHz)
Reverse Isolation vs. Temperature
Power Compression @ 21 GHz [1]
20
Pout (dBm), GAIN (dB), PAE (%)
0
-10
ISOLATION (dB)
AMPLIFIERS - LOW NOISE - SMT
P1dB vs. Temperature [1]
-20
+25C
+85C
- 40C
-30
-40
-50
15
17
19
21
23
25
27
29
Pout
Gain
PAE
12
8
4
0
-4
-20
-60
13
16
-15
-10
-5
0
5
INPUT POWER (dBm)
FREQUENCY (GHz)
22
7
20
6
18
5
16
4
14
3
12
2
10
1
0
8
3.5
NOISE FIGURE (dB)
GAIN (dB), P1dB (dBm)
Gain, Noise Figure & Power vs.
Supply Voltage @ 21 GHz [1]
4
4.5
Vdd (V)
[1] Board loss subtracted out for gain, power and noise figure measurement
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For price, delivery, and to place orders: Analog Devices, Inc., One Technology Way, P.O. Box 9106, Norwood, MA 02062-9106
Phone: 781-329-4700 • Order online at www.analog.com
Application Support: Phone: 1-800-ANALOG-D
HMC504LC4B
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GaAs HEMT MMIC LOW NOISE
AMPLIFIER, 14 - 27 GHz
Drain Bias Voltage
+4.5V
RF Input Power
+6 dBm
Gate Bias Voltage
-2 to 0.3V
Channel Temperature
180 °C
Continuous Pdiss (T = 85 °C)
(derate 20 mW/°C above 85 °C)
1.9 W
Thermal Resistance
(Channel to ground paddle)
50 °C/W
Storage Temperature
-65 to +150 °C
Operating Temperature
-40 to +85 °C
ESD Sensitivity (HBM)
Class 1A
ELECTROSTATIC SENSITIVE DEVICE
OBSERVE HANDLING PRECAUTIONS
24-Terminal Ceramic Leadless Chip Carrier [LCC]
(E-24-2)
Dimensions shown in millimeters.
4.05
3.90 SQ
3.75
PIN 1
INDICATOR
0.36
0.30
0.24
0.08
BSC
PIN 1
24
19
1
18
0.50
BSC
2.60
2.50 SQ
2.40
EXPOSED
PAD
13
TOP VIEW
1.20
1.10
1.00
SIDE VIEW
0.32
BSC
6
12
BOTTOM VIEW
7
2.50 REF
3.10 BSC
FOR PROPER CONNECTION OF
THE EXPOSED PAD, REFER TO
THE PIN CONFIGURATION AND
FUNCTION DESCRIPTIONS
SECTION OF THIS DATA SHEET.
PKG-004841
SEATING
PLANE
02-27-2017-A
Outline Drawing
AMPLIFIERS - LOW NOISE - SMT
Absolute Maximum Ratings
24-Terminal Ceramic Leadless Chip Carrier [LCC]
(E-24-2)
Dimensions shown in millimeters
Package Information
Part Number
Package Body Material
Lead Finish
HMC504LC4B
Alumina, White
Gold over Nickel
MSL Rating
MSL3
[1]
Package Marking [2]
H504
XXXX
[1] Max peak reflow temperature of 260 °C
[2] 4-Digit lot number XXXX
For price, delivery, and to place orders: Analog Devices, Inc., One Technology Way, P.O. Box 9106, Norwood, MA 02062-9106
Phone: 781-329-4700 • Order online at www.analog.com
Application Support: Phone: 1-800-ANALOG-D
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AMPLIFIER, 14 - 27 GHz
AMPLIFIERS - LOW NOISE - SMT
Pin Descriptions
5
Pin Number
Function
Description
1 - 3, 5 - 8, 11 - 16,
18, 19, 24
GND
Package bottom has exposed metal paddle
that must be connected to RF/DC ground.
4
RFIN
This pad is AC coupled and matched to
50 Ohms.
17
RFOUT
This pad is AC coupled and matched to
50 Ohms.
20
Vgg
Gate control for amplifier. Please follow “MMIC Amplifier Biasing Procedure” application note. See assembly for required
external components.
21
Vdd
Power Supply Voltage for the amplifier. See assembly for
required external components.
Interface Schematic
Application Circuit
Component
Value
C1, C2
100 pF
C3, C4
10,000 pF
C5, C6
4.7 µF
For price, delivery, and to place orders: Analog Devices, Inc., One Technology Way, P.O. Box 9106, Norwood, MA 02062-9106
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Application Support: Phone: 1-800-ANALOG-D
HMC504LC4B
v05.0918
GaAs HEMT MMIC LOW NOISE
AMPLIFIER, 14 - 27 GHz
AMPLIFIERS - LOW NOISE - SMT
Evaluation PCB
List of Materials for Evaluation PCB 122789
Item
Description
J1, J2
2.92mm PCB mount K-Connector
J3 - J6
DC Pin
C1, C2
100 pF Capacitor, 0402 Pkg.
C3, C4
10,000pF Capacitor, 0603 Pkg.
C5, C6
4.7 µF Capacitor, Tantalum
U1
HMC504LC4B Amplifier
PCB [2]
122787 Evaluation PCB [3]
[1] Reference this number when ordering complete evaluation PCB
[2] Circuit Board Material: Rogers 4350 or Arlon 25FR
[1]
The circuit board used in this application should use
RF circuit design techniques. Signal lines should
have 50 Ohm impedance while the package ground
leads and exposed paddle should be connected
directly to the ground plane similar to that shown.
A sufficient number of via holes should be used to
connect the top and bottom ground planes. The
evaluation board should be mounted to an appropriate heat sink. The evaluation circuit board shown
is available from Analog Devices, upon request.
[3] Due to the very high frequency operation of this
product a custom LC4B PCB footprint and solder stencil
are required for this design. Performance shown in this data
sheet was produced using this custom footprint. DO NOT
USE Hittite’s standard LC4B footprint. Please contact
Applications for details.
For price, delivery, and to place orders: Analog Devices, Inc., One Technology Way, P.O. Box 9106, Norwood, MA 02062-9106
Phone: 781-329-4700 • Order online at www.analog.com
Application Support: Phone: 1-800-ANALOG-D
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