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HMC-C038
WIDEBAND DRIVER AMPLIFIER
MODULE, 2 - 35 GHz
v03.0310
Functional Diagram
Typical Applications
General Description
Features
Electrical Speci cations, TA = +25° C, +Vdc = +11V to +16V, -Vdc = -4V to -12V
The HMC-C038 Wideband Driver is ideal for:
• Telecom Infrastructure
• Microwave Radio & VSAT
• Military & Space
• Test Instrumentation
• Fiber Optics
The HMC-C038 is a GaAs PHEMT MMIC Distrib-
uted Power Ampli er in a miniature, hermetic module
with replaceable 2.92mm connectors which oper-
ates between 2 and 35 GHz. The ampli er provides
12 dB of gain, +29 dBm output IP3 and up to +18
dBm of output power at 1 dB gain compression.
Gain atness is excellent from 2 - 16 GHz making
the HMC-C038 ideal for EW, ECM RADAR and test
equipment applications. The wideband ampli er
I/Os are internally matched to 50 Ohms and are
DC blocked. Integrated voltage regulators allow for
exible biasing of both the negative and positive
supply pins, while internal bias sequencing circuitry
assures robust operation.
Gain: 12 dB @ 10 GHz
P1dB Output Power: +18 dBm @ 10 GHz
Regulated Supply and Bias Sequencing
Hermetically Sealed Module
Field Replaceable 2.92 mm Connectors
-55 °C to +85 °C Operating Temperature
Parameter Min. Typ. Max. Min. Typ. Max. Min. Typ. Max. Units
Frequency Range 2 - 15 15 - 27 27 - 35 GHz
Gain 9 12 8 11 6 9 dB
Gain Flatness ±0.5 ±0.4 ±1.5 dB
Gain Variation Over Temperature 0.02 0.03 0.02 0.03 0.02 0.03 dB/ °C
Noise Figure 3.0 4.0 6.0 dB
Input Return Loss 15 10 6 dB
Output Return Loss 15 13 13 dB
Output Power for 1 dB Compression (P1dB) 15 18 13 16 10 14 dBm
Saturated Output Power (Psat) 20 18.5 15.5 dBm
Output Third Order Intercept (IP3) 29 26 25 dBm
Positive Supply Current (+IDC) 92 92 92 mA
Negative Supply Current (-IDC) 5.3 5.3 5.3 mA
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
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Noise Figure vs. Temperature
Gain vs. Temperature
Output Return Loss vs. Temperature
Gain & Return Loss
Reverse Isolation vs. Temperature
Input Return Loss vs. Temperature
-25
-20
-15
-10
-5
0
5
10
15
0 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40
S21
S11
S22
RESPONSE (dB)
FREQUENCY (GHz)
-30
-25
-20
-15
-10
-5
0
0 5 10 15 20 25 30 35
+25 C
+85 C
-55 C
RETURN LOSS (dB)
FREQUENCY (GHz)
0
2
4
6
8
10
0 5 10 15 20 25 30 35
+25 C
+85 C
-55 C
NOISE FIGURE (dB)
FREQUENCY (GHz)
-60
-50
-40
-30
-20
-10
0
0 5 10 15 20 25 30 35
+25 C
+85 C
-55 C
REVERSE ISOLATION (dB)
FREQUENCY (GHz)
-25
-20
-15
-10
-5
0
0 5 10 15 20 25 30 35
+25 C
+85 C
-55 C
RETURN LOSS (dB)
FREQUENCY (GHz)
0
2
4
6
8
10
12
14
0 5 10 15 20 25 30 35
+25 C
+85 C
-55 C
GAIN (dB)
FREQUENCY (GHz)
HMC-C038
v03.0310
WIDEBAND DRIVER AMPLIFIER
MODULE, 2 - 35 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
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Absolute Maximum Ratings
Positive Bias Supply Voltage (+Vdc) +17V Max
Negative Bias Supply (-Vdc) -16V Min.
RF Input Power (RFIN) +23 dBm
Storage Temperature -65 to +150 °C
Operating Temperature -55 to +85 °C
P1dB vs. Temperature Psat vs. Temperature
Output IP3 vs. Temperature
ELECTROSTATIC SENSITIVE DEVICE
OBSERVE HANDLING PRECAUTIONS
15
20
25
30
35
40
0 5 10 15 20 25 30 35
+25 C
+85 C
-55 C
IP3 (dBm)
FREQUENCY (GHz)
10
12
14
16
18
20
22
24
0 5 10 15 20 25 30 35
+25 C
+85 C
-55 C
Psat (dBm)
FREQUENCY (GHz)
10
12
14
16
18
20
22
24
0 5 10 15 20 25 30 35
+25 C
+85 C
-55 C
P1dB (dBm)
FREQUENCY (GHz)
HMC-C038
v03.0310
WIDEBAND DRIVER AMPLIFIER
MODULE, 2 - 35 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
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Pin Number Function Description Interface Schematic
1RFIN &
RF Ground
RF input connector, 2.92 mm female, eld replaceable.
This pin is AC coupled and matched to 50 Ohms.
2, 5 GND Power supply ground.
3 +Vdc Positive power supply voltage for the ampli er.
4RFOUT &
RF Ground
RF output connector, 2.92 mm female eld replaceable.
This pin is AC coupled and matched to 50 Ohms.
6 -Vdc Negative power supply voltage for the ampli er
Pin Descriptions
HMC-C038
v03.0310
WIDEBAND DRIVER AMPLIFIER
MODULE, 2 - 35 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
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AMPLIFIERS
1Outline Drawing
NOTES:
1. PACKAGE, LEADS, COVER MATERIAL: KOVAR™
2. FINISH: GOLD PLATE OVER NICKEL PLATE
3. ALL DIMENSIONS ARE IN INCHES [MILLIMETERS]
4. TOLERANCES:
4.1 .XX = ±0.02
4.2 .XXX = ±0.010
5. FIELD REPLACEABLE 2.92mm CONNECTORS
TENSOLITE 231CCSF OR EQUIVALENT
HMC-C038
v03.0310
WIDEBAND DRIVER AMPLIFIER
MODULE, 2 - 35 GHz
Package Information
Package Type C-10
Package Weight [1] 18.7 gms [2]
Spacer Weight 3.3 gms [2]
[1] Includes the connectors
[2] ±1 gms Tolerance
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
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Notes:
HMC-C038
v03.0310
WIDEBAND DRIVER AMPLIFIER
MODULE, 2 - 35 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
