For price, delivery and to place orders: Hittite Microwave Corporation, 20 Alpha Road, Chelmsford, MA 01824
Phone: 978-250-3343 Fax: 978-250-3373 Order On-line at www.hittite.com
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General Description
Functional Diagram
The HMC754S8GE is a GaAs/InGaP HBT Dual
Channel Gain Block MMIC SMT amplier covering
DC to 1 GHz. This versatile product contains two
gain blocks, packaged in a single 8 lead plastic
SOIC-8, for use with both ampliers combined in
push-pull conguration using external baluns to cancel
out second order non-linearities and improve IP2
performance. In this conguration, the HMC754S8GE
offers high gain, very low distortion & simple external
matching. This high linearity amplier consumes only
160mA from a single positive supply.
Output IP2: +78 dBm
High Gain: 14.5 dB
High Output IP3: +38 dBm
75 Ohm Impedance
Single Positive Supply: +5V
Robust 1000V ESD, Class 1C
SOIC-8 SMT Package
Typical Applications
The HMC754S8GE is ideal for:
• CATV / Broadband Infrastructure
• Test & Measurement Equipment
• Line Amps and Fiber Nodes
• Customer Premise Equipment
Electrical Specications, TA = +25° C, Vcc1 = Vcc2 = 5V, Zo = 75 Ohm [1]
Parameter Min. Typ. Max. Units
Gain
0.05 - 0.5 GHz
0.5 - 0.87 GHz
0.87 - 1.0 GHz
13.5
12.7
12.1
14.7
14.2
13.4
dB
dB
dB
Gain Variation Over Temperature 0.05 - 0.87 GHz 0.008 dB/ °C
Input Return Loss 0.05 - 0.5 GHz
0.5 - 0.87 GHz
17
10
dB
dB
Output Return Loss 0.05 - 0.5 GHz
0.5 - 0.87 GHz
10
20
dB
dB
Reverse Isolation 0.05 - 0.87 GHz 23 dB
Output Power for 1 dB Compression (P1dB) 0.05 - 0.87 GHz 19.5 21 dBm
Output Third Order Intercept Point (IP3)
(Pout= 0 dBm per tone, 1 MHz spacing) 0.05 - 0.87 GHz 38 dBm
Output Second Order Intercept Point (IP2) 0.05 - 0.5 GHz 78 dBm
Composite Second Order (CSO) [2] 0.05 - 0.87 GHz -81 dBc
Composite Triple Beat (CTB) [2] 0.05 - 0.87 GHz -75 dBc
Cross Modulation (XMOD) [2] 0.05 - 0.87 GHz -67 dBc
Noise Figure 0.05 - 0.5 GHz
0.05 - 0.87 GHz
5.5
6.5
dB
dB
Supply Current (Icc1 + Icc2) 145 160 175 mA
[1] Data taken with dual ampliers combined in push-pull (default) conguration
[2] Input level +15 dBmV, 133 channels - with analog modulation
Features
HMC754S8GE
GaAs HBT HIGH LINEARITY
PUSH-PULL AMPLIFIER, 75 Ohm, DC - 1 GHz
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license is granted by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights of Analog Devices.
Trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
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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
For price, delivery and to place orders: Hittite Microwave Corporation, 20 Alpha Road, Chelmsford, MA 01824
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Output Return Loss vs. Temperature
Gain & Return Loss Gain vs. Temperature
Output IP3 vs. Temperature
Input Return Loss vs. Temperature
Output IP2 vs. Temperature
HMC754S8GE
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PUSH-PULL AMPLIFIER, 75 Ohm, DC - 1 GHz
-40
-30
-20
-10
0
10
20
0 0.1 0.2 0.3 0.4 0.5 0.6 0.7 0.8 0.9 1
S21
S11
S22
RESPONSE (dB)
FREQUENCY (GHz)
-30
-25
-20
-15
-10
-5
0
0 0.1 0.2 0.3 0.4 0.5 0.6 0.7 0.8 0.9 1
25C
85C
-40C
RETURN LOSS (dB)
FREQUENCY (GHz)
30
32
34
36
38
40
42
0 0.1 0.2 0.3 0.4 0.5 0.6 0.7 0.8 0.9 1
25C
85C
-40C
FREQUENCY (GHz)
IP3 (dBm)
0
3
6
9
12
15
18
0 0.1 0.2 0.3 0.4 0.5 0.6 0.7 0.8 0.9 1
25C
85C
-40C
GAIN (dB)
FREQUENCY (GHz)
-30
-25
-20
-15
-10
-5
0
0 0.1 0.2 0.3 0.4 0.5 0.6 0.7 0.8 0.9 1
25C
85C
-40C
RETURN LOSS (dB)
FREQUENCY (GHz)
50
60
70
80
90
100
0 0.05 0.1 0.15 0.2 0.25 0.3 0.35 0.4 0.45 0.5
25C
85C
-40C
FREQUENCY (GHz)
IP2 (dBm)
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responsibility is assumed by Analog Devices for its use, nor for any infringements of patents or other
rights of third parties that may result from its use. Specifications subject to change without notice. No
license is granted by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights of Analog Devices.
Trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
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
For price, delivery and to place orders: Hittite Microwave Corporation, 20 Alpha Road, Chelmsford, MA 01824
Phone: 978-250-3343 Fax: 978-250-3373 Order On-line at www.hittite.com
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Output IP2 vs. Output Power
CSO / CTB / XMOD
@ +15 dBmV input, 133 channels (Analog)
Noise Figure vs. Temperature P1dB vs. Temperature
Reverse Isolation vs. Temperature
HMC754S8GE
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PUSH-PULL AMPLIFIER, 75 Ohm, DC - 1 GHz
0
2
4
6
8
10
0 0.1 0.2 0.3 0.4 0.5 0.6 0.7 0.8 0.9 1
25C
85C
-40C
NOISE FIGURE (dB)
FREQUENCY (GHz)
-30
-25
-20
-15
-10
-5
0
0 0.1 0.2 0.3 0.4 0.5 0.6 0.7 0.8 0.9 1
25C
85C
-40C
REVERSE ISOLATION (dB)
FREQUENCY (GHz)
0
5
10
15
20
25
0 0.1 0.2 0.3 0.4 0.5 0.6 0.7 0.8 0.9 1
25C
85C
-40C
P1dB (dBm)
FREQUENCY (GHz)
70
74
78
82
86
90
0 0.05 0.1 0.15 0.2 0.25 0.3 0.35 0.4 0.45 0.5
Pout = -3dBm
Pout = 0dBm
Pout = 3dBm
Pout = 6dBm
FREQUENCY (GHz)
IP2 (dBm)
-100
-90
-80
-70
-60
-50
0 0.1 0.2 0.3 0.4 0.5 0.6 0.7 0.8 0.9 1
CSO-
CSO+
CTB
XMOD
FREQUENCY (GHz)
RESPONSE (dBc)
Information furnished by Analog Devices is believed to be accurate and reliable. However, no
responsibility is assumed by Analog Devices for its use, nor for any infringements of patents or other
rights of third parties that may result from its use. Specifications subject to change without notice. No
license is granted by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights of Analog Devices.
Trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
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
For price, delivery and to place orders: Hittite Microwave Corporation, 20 Alpha Road, Chelmsford, MA 01824
Phone: 978-250-3343 Fax: 978-250-3373 Order On-line at www.hittite.com
Application Support: Phone: 978-250-3343 or apps@hittite.com
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HMC754S8GE
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PUSH-PULL AMPLIFIER, 75 Ohm, DC - 1 GHz
Output IP3 vs. Frequency
P1dB vs. Frequency
Noise Figure vs. Frequency
30
32
34
36
38
40
42
0 0.1 0.2 0.3 0.4 0.5 0.6 0.7 0.8 0.9 1
FREQUENCY (GHz)
IP3 (dBm)
0
5
10
15
20
25
0 0.1 0.2 0.3 0.4 0.5 0.6 0.7 0.8 0.9 1
P1dB (dBm)
FREQUENCY (GHz)
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
0 0.1 0.2 0.3 0.4 0.5 0.6 0.7 0.8 0.9 1
NOISE FIGURE (dB)
FREQUENCY (GHz)
Option 1 - Improved Input Return Loss & Gain Flatness (with Lower IP2) Application
Gain & Return Loss Output IP2 vs. Frequency
-40
-30
-20
-10
0
10
20
0 0.1 0.2 0.3 0.4 0.5 0.6 0.7 0.8 0.9 1
S21
S11
S22
RESPONSE (dB)
FREQUENCY (GHz)
50
60
70
80
90
100
0 0.05 0.1 0.15 0.2 0.25 0.3 0.35 0.4 0.45 0.5
FREQUENCY (GHz)
IP2 (dBm)
Information furnished by Analog Devices is believed to be accurate and reliable. However, no
responsibility is assumed by Analog Devices for its use, nor for any infringements of patents or other
rights of third parties that may result from its use. Specifications subject to change without notice. No
license is granted by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights of Analog Devices.
Trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
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
For price, delivery and to place orders: Hittite Microwave Corporation, 20 Alpha Road, Chelmsford, MA 01824
Phone: 978-250-3343 Fax: 978-250-3373 Order On-line at www.hittite.com
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P1dB vs. Frequency
Noise Figure vs. Frequency
0
5
10
15
20
25
0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100
FREQUENCY (MHz)
P1dB (dBm)
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100
NOISE FIGURE (dB)
FREQUENCY (MHz)
Option 2 - 10 to 100 MHz Application
Gain & Return Loss Output IP3 vs. Frequency
-40
-30
-20
-10
0
10
20
0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100
S21
S11
S22
RESPONSE (dB)
FREQUENCY (MHz)
30
32
34
36
38
40
42
0 0.1 0.2 0.3 0.4 0.5 0.6 0.7 0.8 0.9 1
FREQUENCY (GHz)
IP3 (dBm)
HMC754S8GE
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PUSH-PULL AMPLIFIER, 75 Ohm, DC - 1 GHz
Information furnished by Analog Devices is believed to be accurate and reliable. However, no
responsibility is assumed by Analog Devices for its use, nor for any infringements of patents or other
rights of third parties that may result from its use. Specifications subject to change without notice. No
license is granted by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights of Analog Devices.
Trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
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
For price, delivery and to place orders: Hittite Microwave Corporation, 20 Alpha Road, Chelmsford, MA 01824
Phone: 978-250-3343 Fax: 978-250-3373 Order On-line at www.hittite.com
Application Support: Phone: 978-250-3343 or apps@hittite.com
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HMC754S8GE
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PUSH-PULL AMPLIFIER, 75 Ohm, DC - 1 GHz
Outline Drawing
Absolute Maximum Ratings
Collector Bias Voltage (Vcc) +5.5 Vdc
RF Input Power (RFIN) +10 dBm
Junction Temperature 150 °C
Continuous Pdiss (T = 85 °C)
(derate 18.69 mW/°C above 85 °C) 1.21 W
Thermal Resistance
(junction to ground paddle) 53.5 °C/W
Storage Temperature -65 to +150 °C
Operating Temperature -40 to +85 °C
ESD Sensitivity (HBM) Class 1C
Part Number Package Body Material Lead Finish MSL Rating Package Marking [3]
HMC754S8GE RoHS-compliant Low Stress Injection Molded Plastic 100% matte Sn MSL1 [2] HMC754
XXXX
[1] Max peak reow temperature of 235 °C
[2] Max peak reow temperature of 260 °C
[3] 4-Digit lot number XXXX
Package Information
ELECTROSTATIC SENSITIVE DEVICE
OBSERVE HANDLING PRECAUTIONS
NOTES:
1. LEADFRAME MATERIAL: COPPER ALLOY
2. DIMENSIONS ARE IN INCHES [MILLIMETERS]
3. DIMENSION DOES NOT INCLUDE MOLDFLASH OF 0.15mm PER SIDE.
4. DIMENSION DOES NOT INCLUDE MOLDFLASH OF 0.25mm PER SIDE.
5. ALL GROUND LEADS AND GROUND PADDLE MUST BE SOLDERED TO
PCB RF GROUND.
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responsibility is assumed by Analog Devices for its use, nor for any infringements of patents or other
rights of third parties that may result from its use. Specifications subject to change without notice. No
license is granted by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights of Analog Devices.
Trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
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
For price, delivery and to place orders: Hittite Microwave Corporation, 20 Alpha Road, Chelmsford, MA 01824
Phone: 978-250-3343 Fax: 978-250-3373 Order On-line at www.hittite.com
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PUSH-PULL AMPLIFIER, 75 Ohm, DC - 1 GHz
Pin Descriptions
Pin Number Function Description Interface Schematic
1, 4 RFIN1, RFIN2 These pins are DC coupled.
An off chip DC block capacitor is required.
5, 8 RFOUT1/VCC1,
RFOUT2/VCC2 RF Output and DC bias for the output stage.
2 GND These pins and package bottom must be connected to RF/
DC ground.
3, 6, 7 N/C No connection. These pins may be connected to RF ground.
Performance will not be affected.
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responsibility is assumed by Analog Devices for its use, nor for any infringements of patents or other
rights of third parties that may result from its use. Specifications subject to change without notice. No
license is granted by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights of Analog Devices.
Trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
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
For price, delivery and to place orders: Hittite Microwave Corporation, 20 Alpha Road, Chelmsford, MA 01824
Phone: 978-250-3343 Fax: 978-250-3373 Order On-line at www.hittite.com
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Application Circuit for Push-Pull Operation
HMC754S8GE
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PUSH-PULL AMPLIFIER, 75 Ohm, DC - 1 GHz
Components for Selected Options
Tune Options Standard Option 1 Option 2
Evaluation PCB Number 124063 126311 124825
T1 [1] ETC 1-1-13 MABACT0039 ETC1-1T-5TR
T2 [1] ETC 1-1-13 ETC 1-1-13 ETC1-1T-5TR
L1, L2 180 nH 180 nH 10 uH
C13 Open 1.1 pF Open
[1] 1:1 Transformer
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responsibility is assumed by Analog Devices for its use, nor for any infringements of patents or other
rights of third parties that may result from its use. Specifications subject to change without notice. No
license is granted by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights of Analog Devices.
Trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
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
For price, delivery and to place orders: Hittite Microwave Corporation, 20 Alpha Road, Chelmsford, MA 01824
Phone: 978-250-3343 Fax: 978-250-3373 Order On-line at www.hittite.com
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PUSH-PULL AMPLIFIER, 75 Ohm, DC - 1 GHz
Evaluation PCB - Standard and Option 2 Application
The circuit board used in the nal application
should use RF circuit design techniques. Signal
lines should have 75 ohm impedance while the
package ground leads and package bottom 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 Hittite upon request.
List of Materials for Evaluation PCB [1]
Item Description
J1, J2 F-Connector
J3 - J6 DC PIN
C1 - C6 1 nF Capacitor, 0402 Pkg.
C7, C8 4.7 µF Capacitor, Tantalum, 0603 Pkg.
C9, C11 68 pF Capacitor, 0402 Pkg.
C10, C12 10 nF Capacitor, 0402 Pkg.
L1, L2 [2] Inductor, 0603 Pkg.
R1, R2 0 Ohm Resistor, 0603 Pkg.
T1, T2 [2] 1:1 Transformer
U1 HMC754S8GE Amplier
PCB [3] 124061 Evaluation PCB
[1] When requesting an evaluation board, please reference the
appropriate evaluation PCB number listed in the table “Components
for Selected Options.”
[2] Please refer to “Components for Selected Options” table for values
[3] Circuit Board Material: Rogers 4350 or Arlon 25FR
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responsibility is assumed by Analog Devices for its use, nor for any infringements of patents or other
rights of third parties that may result from its use. Specifications subject to change without notice. No
license is granted by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights of Analog Devices.
Trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
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
For price, delivery and to place orders: Hittite Microwave Corporation, 20 Alpha Road, Chelmsford, MA 01824
Phone: 978-250-3343 Fax: 978-250-3373 Order On-line at www.hittite.com
Application Support: Phone: 978-250-3343 or apps@hittite.com
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Evaluation PCB - Option 1 Application
The circuit board used in the nal application
should use RF circuit design techniques. Signal
lines should have 75 ohm impedance while the
package ground leads and package bottom 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 Hittite upon request.
List of Materials for Evaluation PCB [1]
Item Description
J1, J2 F-Connector
J3 - J6 DC PIN
C1 - C6 1 nF Capacitor, 0402 Pkg.
C7, C8 4.7 µF Capacitor, Tantalum, 0603 Pkg.
C9, C11 68 pF Capacitor, 0402 Pkg.
C10, C12 10 nF Capacitor, 0402 Pkg.
C13 1.1 pF Capacitor, 0402 Pkg.
L1, L2 180 nH Inductor, 0603 Pkg.
R1, R2 0 Ohm Resistor, 0603 Pkg.
T1, T2 [2] 1:1 Transformer
U1 HMC754S8GE Amplier
PCB [3] 126309 Evaluation PCB
[1] When requesting an evaluation board, please reference the
appropriate evaluation PCB number listed in the table “Components for
Selected Options.”
[2] Please refer to “Components for Selected Options” table for values
[3] Circuit Board Material: Rogers 4350 or Arlon 25FR
HMC754S8GE
v00.0409
GaAs HBT HIGH LINEARITY
PUSH-PULL AMPLIFIER, 75 Ohm, DC - 1 GHz
Information furnished by Analog Devices is believed to be accurate and reliable. However, no
responsibility is assumed by Analog Devices for its use, nor for any infringements of patents or other
rights of third parties that may result from its use. Specifications subject to change without notice. No
license is granted by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights of Analog Devices.
Trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
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