For price, delivery and to place orders: Hittite Microwave Corporation, 2 Elizabeth Drive, 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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HMC913LC4B
v05.0614
SUCCESSIVE DETECTION LOG VIDEO
AMPLIFIER (SDLVA), 0.6 - 20 GHz
The HMC913LC4B is a Successive Detection Log
Video Amplier (SDLVA) which operates from 0.6 to
20 GHz. The HMC913LC4B provides a logging range
of 59 dB. This device offers typical fast rise/fall times
of 5/10 ns and a superior delay time of only 14 ns.
The HMC913LC4B log video output slope is typically
14 mV/dB. Maximum recovery times are less than
30 ns. The HMC913LC4B is available in a highly com-
pact 4x4 mm SMT ceramic package and is ideal for
high speed channelized receiver applications.
General Description
Features
Functional Diagram
High Logging Range: 59 dB
(-54 to +5 dBm) @ 18 GHz
Output Frequency Flatness: ±2 dB
Log Linearity: ±1 dB
Fast Rise/Fall Times: 5/10 ns
Single Positive Supply: +3.3V
ESD Sensitivity (HBM): Class 1A
24 Lead 4x4mm SMT Package: 16mm2
Typical Applications
The HMC913LC4B is ideal for:
• EW, ELINT & IFM Receivers
• DF Radar Systems
• ECM Systems
• Broadband Test & Measurement
• Power Measurement & Control Circuits
• Military & Space Applications
Electrical Specications, TA = +25 °C Vcc1 = Vcc2 = +3.3V
Parameter Conditions Typ. Units
Input Frequency Range [1][2] 0.6 - 20 GHz
Frequency Flatness Pin = -25 dBm ±2 dB
Log Linearity Pin = -50 to +3 dBm ±1 dB
Log Linearity over Temperature Pin = -25 dBm ±1 dB
Minimum Logging Range to ±3 dB error @ 18 GHz -54 @ 18 GHz dBm
Maximum Logging Range to ±3 dB error @ 18 GHz +5 @ 18 GHz dBm
Input Return Loss 7dB
Log Video Minimum Output Voltage 1 V
Log Video Maximum Output Voltage 1.8 V
Log Video Output Rise Time 10% to 90% 5 ns
Log Video Output Fall Time 90% to 10% 10 ns
Log Video Recovery Time 25 ns
Log Video Output Slope 14 mV/dB
Log Video Output Slope Variation over Temperature @ 10 GHz 5 µV/dB°C
Log Video Propagation Delay 14 ns
Supply Current (Icc1) 80 mA
Supply Current (Icc2) @ Pin = -30 dBm 8 mA
[1] Electrical specs and performance plots are given for single-ended operation
[2] Video output load should be 1K Ohm or higher.
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, 2 Elizabeth Drive, 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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HMC913LC4B
v05.0614
SUCCESSIVE DETECTION LOG VIDEO
AMPLIFIER (SDLVA), 0.6 - 20 GHz
Error Flatness vs.
Input Power Over Frequency [1][2]
VIDEO OUT & Error
vs. Input Power, Fin = 500 MHz [1]
VIDEO OUT & Error
vs. Input Power, Fin = 1 GHz [1]
VIDEO OUT & Error
vs. Input Power, Fin = 2 GHz [1]
VIDEO OUT & Error
vs. Input Power, Fin = 6 GHz [1]
[1] Electrical Specs and performance plots are given for single-ended operation
[2] An average ideal line is used to calculate error curves.
VIDEO OUT & Error
vs. Input Power, Fin = 10 GHz [1]
-6
-4
-2
0
2
4
6
-70 -60 -50 -40 -30 -20 -10 0 10 20
1 GHz
2 GHz
6 GHz
10 GHz
14 GHz
18 GHz
20 GHz
ERROR (dB)
INPUT POWER (dBm)
0.4
0.6
0.8
1
1.2
1.4
1.6
1.8
2
-3.2
-2.4
-1.6
-0.8
0
0.8
1.6
2.4
3.2
-70 -60 -50 -40 -30 -20 -10 0 10 20
ERR +25C
ERR +85C
ERR -40C
Ideal
Video Out +25C
Video Out +85C
Video Out -40C
VIDEO OUT (V)
ERROR (dB)
INPUT POWER (dBm)
0.4
0.6
0.8
1
1.2
1.4
1.6
1.8
2
-3.2
-2.4
-1.6
-0.8
0
0.8
1.6
2.4
3.2
-70 -60 -50 -40 -30 -20 -10 0 10 20
ERR +25C
ERR +85C
ERR -40C
Ideal
Video Out +25C
Video Out +85C
Video Out -40C
VIDEO OUT (V)
ERROR (dB)
INPUT POWER (dBm)
0.4
0.6
0.8
1
1.2
1.4
1.6
1.8
2
-3.2
-2.4
-1.6
-0.8
0
0.8
1.6
2.4
3.2
-70 -60 -50 -40 -30 -20 -10 0 10 20
ERR +25C
ERR +85C
ERR -40C
Ideal
Video Out +25C
Video Out +85C
Video Out -40C
VIDEO OUT (V)
ERROR (dB)
INPUT POWER (dBm)
0.4
0.6
0.8
1
1.2
1.4
1.6
1.8
2
-3.2
-2.4
-1.6
-0.8
0
0.8
1.6
2.4
3.2
-70 -60 -50 -40 -30 -20 -10 0 10 20
ERR +25C
ERR +85C
ERR -40C
Ideal
Video Out +25C
Video Out +85C
Video Out -40C
VIDEO OUT (V)
ERROR (dB)
INPUT POWER (dBm)
0.4
0.6
0.8
1
1.2
1.4
1.6
1.8
2
-3.2
-2.4
-1.6
-0.8
0
0.8
1.6
2.4
3.2
-70 -60 -50 -40 -30 -20 -10 0 10 20
ERR +25C
ERR +85C
ERR -40C
Ideal
Video Out +25C
Video Out +85C
Video Out -40C
VIDEO OUT (V)
ERROR (dB)
INPUT POWER (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, 2 Elizabeth Drive, 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
SDLVAs - SMT
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HMC913LC4B
v05.0614
SUCCESSIVE DETECTION LOG VIDEO
AMPLIFIER (SDLVA), 0.6 - 20 GHz
VIDEO OUT & Error
vs. Input Power, Fin = 18 GHz [1]
VIDEO OUT vs. Frequency
Over Input Power & Temperature [1]
VIDEO OUT & Error
vs. Input Power, Fin = 20 GHz [1]
VIDEO OUT & Error
vs. Input Power, Fin = 26 GHz [1]
VIDEO OUT vs. Frequency
Over Input Power & Bias Voltage [1]
[1] Electrical Specs and performance plots are given for single-ended operation
VIDEO OUT & Error
vs. Input Power, Fin = 14 GHz [1]
0.4
0.6
0.8
1
1.2
1.4
1.6
1.8
2
-3.2
-2.4
-1.6
-0.8
0
0.8
1.6
2.4
3.2
-70 -60 -50 -40 -30 -20 -10 0 10 20
ERR +25C
ERR +85C
ERR -40C
Ideal
Video Out +25C
Video Out +85C
Video Out -40C
VIDEO OUT (V)
ERROR (dB)
INPUT POWER (dBm)
0.4
0.6
0.8
1
1.2
1.4
1.6
1.8
2
-3.2
-2.4
-1.6
-0.8
0
0.8
1.6
2.4
3.2
-70 -60 -50 -40 -30 -20 -10 0 10 20
ERR +25C
ERR +85C
ERR -40C
Ideal
Video Out +25C
Video Out +85C
Video Out -40C
VIDEO OUT (V)
ERROR (dB)
INPUT POWER (dBm)
0.4
0.6
0.8
1
1.2
1.4
1.6
1.8
2
-3.2
-2.4
-1.6
-0.8
0
0.8
1.6
2.4
3.2
-70 -60 -50 -40 -30 -20 -10 0 10 20
ERR +25C
ERR +85C
ERR -40C
Ideal
Video Out +25C
Video Out +85C
Video Out -40C
VIDEO OUT (V)
ERROR (dB)
INPUT POWER (dBm)
1
1.1
1.2
1.3
1.4
1.5
1.6
1.7
1.8
0 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 22
3.15V
3.30V
3.45V
FREQUENCY (GHz)
VIDEO OUT (V)
-10 dBm
-25 dBm
-40 dBm
0.4
0.6
0.8
1
1.2
1.4
1.6
1.8
2
-3.2
-2.4
-1.6
-0.8
0
0.8
1.6
2.4
3.2
-70 -60 -50 -40 -30 -20 -10 0 10 20
ERR +25C
ERR +85C
ERR -40C
Ideal
Video Out +25C
Video Out +85C
Video Out -40C
VIDEO OUT (V)
ERROR (dB)
INPUT POWER (dBm)
1
1.1
1.2
1.3
1.4
1.5
1.6
1.7
1.8
0 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 22
+25C
+85C
-40C
FREQUENCY (GHz)
VIDEO OUT (V)
-10 dBm
-25 dBm
-40 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, 2 Elizabeth Drive, 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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HMC913LC4B
v05.0614
SUCCESSIVE DETECTION LOG VIDEO
AMPLIFIER (SDLVA), 0.6 - 20 GHz
Input Return Loss vs. Frequency [1]
Rise Time for Various Frequencies
@ 0 dBm [1]
Fall Time for Various Frequencies
@ 0 dBm [1]
[1] Electrical Specs and performance plots are given for single-ended operation
0.8
1
1.2
1.4
1.6
1.8
0 20 40 60 80 100
2 GHz
10 GHz
18 GHz
TIME (ns)
VIDEO OUT (V)
0.8
1
1.2
1.4
1.6
1.8
0 20 40 60 80 100
2 GHz
10 GHz
18 GHz
TIME (ns)
VIDEO OUT (V)
-30
-25
-20
-15
-10
-5
0
0 4 8 12 16 20 24 28
+25C
+85C
-40C
FREQUENCY (GHz)
RETURN LOSS (dB)
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, 2 Elizabeth Drive, 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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HMC913LC4B
v05.0614
SUCCESSIVE DETECTION LOG VIDEO
AMPLIFIER (SDLVA), 0.6 - 20 GHz
Outline Drawing
NOTES:
1. PACKAGE BODY MATERIAL: ALUMINA
2. LEAD AND GROUND PADDLE PLATING: 30-80 MICROINCHES GOLD
OVER 50 MICROINCHES MINIMUM NICKEL.
3. DIMENSIONS ARE IN INCHES [MILLIMETERS].
4. LEAD SPACING TOLERANCE IS NON-CUMULATIVE
5. PACKAGE WARP SHALL NOT EXCEED 0.05mm DATUM -C-
6. ALL GROUND LEADS AND GROUND PADDLE MUST BE
SOLDERED TO PCB RF GROUND.
Package Information
Part Number Package Body Material Lead Finish MSL Rating Package Marking [2]
HMC913LC4B Alumina, White Gold over Nickel MSL3 [1] H913
XXXX
[1] Max peak reow temperature of 260 °C
[2] 4-Digit lot number XXXX
Absolute Maximum Ratings
Vcc +3.6V
Enable +3.6V
RF Input Power +15 d Bm
Junction Temperature 125 °C
Continuous Pdiss (T=85 °C)
Derate 12.63 mW/°C above 85 °C 0.51 W
Thermal Resistance (Rth)
(junction to package bottom) 79.2 °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
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, 2 Elizabeth Drive, 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
SDLVAs - SMT
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HMC913LC4B
v05.0614
SUCCESSIVE DETECTION LOG VIDEO
AMPLIFIER (SDLVA), 0.6 - 20 GHz
Pin Number Function Description Interface Schematic
1 - 3, 6, 7, 10 - 13,
16, 18 - 20, 24 N/C
The pins are not connected internally; however, all data
shown herein was measured with these pins connected to
RF/DC ground externally.
4, 5 RFINP, RFINN
RF Input pins Connect RF to RFINP and AC
couple RFINN to ground via 50 Ohm for single
ended operation
8, 9 GND These pins and the exposed package bottom must be
connected to a high quality RF/DC ground.
14, 15 VIDEO FB,
VIDEO OUT
Video out and feedback. These pins should be shorted to
each other (see application circuit). Video out load should
be at least 1K Ohm or higher.
17 EN
Enable pin connected to Vcc1 or Vcc2 for normal
operation. Total supply current reduced to less
than 3mA when EN is set to 0V.
21 Vcc2
Bias Supply. Connect supply voltage to
these pins with appropriate ltering. Connect Vcc2
with Vcc1. See application circuit.
To ensure proper start-up supply
rise time should be faster than 100usec
Pin Descriptions
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, 2 Elizabeth Drive, 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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HMC913LC4B
v05.0614
SUCCESSIVE DETECTION LOG VIDEO
AMPLIFIER (SDLVA), 0.6 - 20 GHz
Pin Number Function Description Interface Schematic
22, 23 Vcc1
Bias Supply. Connect Supply Voltage to
these pins with appropriate ltering. Connect Vcc2
with Vcc1. See application circuit.
To ensure proper start-up supply
rise time should be faster than 100usec
Pin Descriptions
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, 2 Elizabeth Drive, 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
SDLVAs - SMT
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HMC913LC4B
v05.0614
SUCCESSIVE DETECTION LOG VIDEO
AMPLIFIER (SDLVA), 0.6 - 20 GHz
Application Circuit
Note1: Connect Vcc2 and Vcc1 together for Nominal operation.
Note2: Video output load should be 1K Ohm or higher.
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, 2 Elizabeth Drive, 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
SDLVAs - SMT
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HMC913LC4B
v05.0614
SUCCESSIVE DETECTION LOG VIDEO
AMPLIFIER (SDLVA), 0.6 - 20 GHz
Evaluation PCB
The circuit board used in the application should
use RF circuit design techniques. Signal lines sho-
uld have 50 ohm impedance while the package
ground leads and exposed paddle should be con-
nected 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 circuit board shown is available from
Hittite upon request.
List of Materials for Evaluation PCB 120257 [1]
Item Description
J1 K-Type Connector
J2 SMA Connector
J3 - J5 DC Pins
C1, C2 33 pF Capacitor, 0201 Pkg.
C3, C4 10k pF Capacitor, 0402 Pkg.
C5 47 pF Capacitor, 0402 Pkg.
C6, C7 4.7 µF Capacitor, CASE A Pkg.
R2, R3, R5 0 Ohm Resistor, 0402 Pkg.
R7 0 Ohm Resistor, 0201 Pkg.
R8 49.9 Ohm Resistor, 0201 Pkg.
U1 HMC913LC4B SDLVA
PCB [2] 120255 Evaluation PCB
[1] Reference this number when ordering complete evaluation PCB
[2] Circuit Board Material: Rogers 4350 or Arlon 25 FR
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, 2 Elizabeth Drive, 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
SDLVAs - SMT
10
HMC913LC4B
v05.0614
SUCCESSIVE DETECTION LOG VIDEO
AMPLIFIER (SDLVA), 0.6 - 20 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
