HMC434E

Product Overview

HMC434E from Analog Devices Inc. is a GaAs HBT MMIC divide-by-8 prescaler used in RF, microwave or high-speed receiver/transmitter signal-chain designs. This description focuses on practical electrical parameters, interface requirements and sourcing relevance for engineering and procurement teams.

The exact ordering suffix should be checked for package style, reel or tray format, temperature grade and board-level compatibility before replacing an existing design.

Key Features

• Manufacturer: Analog Devices Inc.
• Part Number: HMC434E
• Device Type: GaAs HBT MMIC divide-by-8 prescaler
• Divider Function: divide-by-8 prescaler
• Input Frequency Range: near DC for square-wave input or 200 MHz to 8 GHz sine-wave input range
• Technology: InGaP GaAs HBT MMIC divider technology
• Supply Voltage: +3 V
• Phase Noise: -150 dBc/Hz at 100 kHz offset class additive SSB phase noise
• Output Style: single-ended or complementary divider outputs depending on exact package variant
• System Impedance: 50 ohm RF divider environment
• Package / Case: package option defined by the exact ordering suffix
• Design Notes: Confirm the exact suffix, package drawing, temperature grade and RF reference design before substitution or production approval.

Applications

PLL frequency scaling, microwave synthesizers, point-to-point radios, VSAT, fiber-optic links and test equipment prescaler paths.

Legacy HMC divider replacements where divide ratio, input-frequency limit, supply voltage and package option must match the original BOM.

Quality & Sourcing

Antrex Electronics can support sourcing for HMC434E through available stock checks, BOM consolidation and alternative-lot review. For RF and microwave ICs, package markings, moisture sensitivity, date code and original labeling should be checked before shipment.

For shortage coverage, repair builds or production support, Antrex Electronics can coordinate visual inspection, package verification and third-party testing when required. This helps buyers reduce risk when sourcing discontinued, legacy or hard-to-find RF miscellaneous ICs and modules.