HMC372LP3E

Overview

The HMC372LP3E is a GaAs pHEMT MMIC Low Noise Amplifier designed for cellular basestation front-end receivers. It operates within the 700 MHz to 1 GHz frequency range and delivers a gain of 15 dB with a noise figure of 1 dB. The device requires a 5 V supply voltage and draws 100 mA of current. Key performance metrics include a P1dB compression point of 21 dBm. It is housed in a compact 16-LFCSP (3x3) surface-mount package.

Feature Summary

• Utilizes GaAs pHEMT MMIC technology for high-performance signal amplification
• Optimized for low-noise reception in cellular base station front-ends
• Supports multiple wireless standards including GSM, CDMA, EDGE, and W-CDMA

Applications

• GSM cellular basestation front-end receivers
• CDMA cellular basestation front-end receivers
• EDGE network receiver modules
• W-CDMA receiver applications

Procurement Notes

Verify component status carefully as the HMC372LP3E has been marked obsolete by Analog Devices Inc. with a Product Change Notification dated July 13, 2022. Availability is limited or restricted. Confirm lead times and final availability directly with authorized distributors before design finalization due to potential discontinuation risks.

Selection Notes

Select this component for designs requiring a 15 dB gain LNA in the 700 MHz to 1 GHz band. Ensure the system can accommodate a 5 V supply and 100 mA current draw. The 16-LFCSP package requires appropriate PCB layout considerations for thermal management and RF grounding. Verify compatibility with target wireless protocols such as GSM or CDMA.

Part Context

This part belongs to the HMC372 family of low noise amplifiers manufactured by Analog Devices Inc. These devices are specifically engineered for RF applications in mobile communication infrastructure. The LP3E suffix indicates the specific packaging and tape-and-reel configuration suitable for automated surface-mount assembly processes.

Replacement Considerations

HMC376LP3E is listed as a substitute part number by distributors.