HMC8074

RECOMMENDED FOR NEW DESIGNS

Quadband MMIC VCO 8.3 - 15.2 GHz

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Part Models: 2
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Part Details

Dual Output:
- RF1 = -5 to +6 dBm
- RF2 = -15 to -4 dBm
Four Independent VCO’s with common RF & Tuning ports

No External Resonator Needed
40 Lead 6x6mm SMT Package: 36mm²

Part Models: 2
1ku List Price: price unavailable

Documentation

Data Sheet 1

HMC8074: Quadband MMIC VCO 8.3 - 15.2 GHz Data Sheet 03/27/2019

User Guide 1

UG1800: Evaluating the HMC8074 Quad Band, MMIC, VCO, 8.3 GHz to 15.2 GHz User Guide (Rev.0) 10/12/2020

ADI has always placed the highest emphasis on delivering products that meet the maximum levels of quality and reliability. We achieve this by incorporating quality and reliability checks in every scope of product and process design, and in the manufacturing process as well. "Zero defects" for shipped products is always our goal. View our quality and reliability program and certifications for more information.

Part Model	Pin/Package Drawing	Documentation	CAD Symbols, Footprints, and 3D Models
HMC8074LP6GE	40-Lead QFN (6mm x 6mm w/ EP)	Material Declaration Reliablity Data	Ultra Librarian SamacSys
HMC8074LP6GETR	40-Lead QFN (6mm x 6mm w/ EP)	Material Declaration Reliablity Data	Ultra Librarian SamacSys

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Software Resources

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Hardware Ecosystem

Parts	Product Life Cycle	Description
Dual-Supply Analog Switches and Multiplexers 1
ADG1604	PRODUCTION	1 Ω Typical On Resistance, ±5 V, +12 V, +5 V, and +3.3 V, 4:1 Multiplexer
Fractional-N PLL 1
HMC702	LAST TIME BUY	14 GHz 16-bit Fractional-N PLL with Sweeper
Frequency Dividers, Prescalers, and Counters 1
HMC862A	RECOMMENDED FOR NEW DESIGNS	0.1 GHz to 24 GHz, Low Noise, Programmable Divider
Integer-N PLL 1
ADF41513	RECOMMENDED FOR NEW DESIGNS	26.5 GHz, Integer N/Fractional-N, PLL Synthesizer

LDO Plus 1
LT3042	RECOMMENDED FOR NEW DESIGNS	20V, 200mA, Ultralow Noise, Ultrahigh PSRR RF Linear Regulator
Low Input Bias Current Op Amps (≤100 pA) 2
AD8065	PRODUCTION	High Performance, 145 MHz FastFET^™ Op Amps
ADA4625-1	RECOMMENDED FOR NEW DESIGNS	36 V, 18 MHz, Low Noise, Fast Settling Single Supply, RRO, JFET Op Amp
Low Power Op Amps (≤ 1mA/amp) 1
ADA4084-1	RECOMMENDED FOR NEW DESIGNS	30 V, Low Noise, Rail-to-Rail Input/Output, Low Power Operational Single Amplifier
Positive Linear Regulators (LDO) 1
ADM7150	RECOMMENDED FOR NEW DESIGNS	800 mA, Ultra Low Noise/High PSRR LDO

Parts	Product Life Cycle	Description
HMC8364	RECOMMENDED FOR NEW DESIGNS	18.10 GHz to 26.60 GHz Quadband VCO
HMC8362	RECOMMENDED FOR NEW DESIGNS	11.90 GHz to 18.30 GHz Quadband VCO

Tools & Simulations

ADIsimPLL™

ADIsimPLL enables the rapid and reliable evaluation of new high performance PLL products from ADI. It is the most comprehensive PLL Synthesizer design and simulation tool available today. Simulations performed include all key non-linear effects that are significant in affecting PLL performance. ADIsimPLL removes at least one iteration from the design process, thereby speeding the design- to-market.

Evaluation Kits

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Evaluating the HMC8074 Quad Band, MMIC, VCO, 8.3 GHz to 15.2 GHz

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Features and Benefits

Self contained board that includes the following

HMC8074 low noise, quad band, VCO
ADG1604 4:1 multiplexer, filtering options
LT3042 voltage regulator
Header connectivity to allow use of Arduino Uno or Linduino microcontroller

Externally powered by a single 6.0 V supply

Product Details

The EV1HMC8074LP6G evaluates the performance of the HMC8074 low noise, quad band, monolithic microwave integrated circuit (MMIC), voltage controlled oscillator (VCO). Figure 1 shows a photograph of the EV1HMC8074LP6G. The EV1HMC8074LP6G contains the HMC8074 VCO, an LT3042 ultralow noise voltage regulator, jumpers, an ADG1604 4:1 multiplexer, and Subminiature Version A (SMA) and 2.92 mm K connectors.

For full details on the HMC8074, see the HMC8074 data sheet, which must be consulted in conjunction with the user guide when using the EV1HMC8074LP6G.

Resources

UG1800: Evaluating the HMC8074 Quad Band, MMIC, VCO, 8.3 GHz to 15.2 GHz User Guide (Rev.0)
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HMC8074 - Schematic
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HMC8074 - Bill of Materials (BOM)
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HMC836/HMC8364/HMC8074 Gerber Files
342.06 K

Reference Designs

Figure 1. CN0568 Block Diagram

Fast switching, High Performance PLL and Quadband VCO Frequency Synthesizer

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Features and Benefits

8GHz - 26GHz Frequency Operation
Quadband VCO provides Low Phase Noise over Wideband
Onboard Reference Clock for ease of Use
Arduino Form Factor Compatible

Part Used

Design & Integration Tools

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