HMC515LP5ETR

Product Overview

HMC515LP5ETR from Analog Devices Inc. is a MMIC VCO with half-frequency and divide-by-4 outputs used in RF, microwave or high-speed 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: HMC515LP5ETR
• Device Type: MMIC VCO with half-frequency and divide-by-4 outputs
• Functional Role: low-noise microwave oscillator generation for PLL and LO synthesizer loops
• Function: integrated MMIC VCO with Fo/2 and divide-by-4 outputs
• Fundamental Output: Fo = 11.5 GHz to 12.5 GHz
• Half-Frequency Output: Fo/2 = 5.75 GHz to 6.25 GHz
• Output Power: +10 dBm typical output power
• Phase Noise: -110 dBc/Hz typical at 100 kHz offset
• Supply Voltage: single +5 V supply class
• Package / Case: 32-lead 5 mm x 5 mm LP5 / QFN surface-mount package family
• Design Notes: Confirm the exact suffix, package drawing, temperature grade, RF evaluation layout and bias/control sequence before substitution or production approval.

Applications

VSAT radios, point-to-point/multipoint microwave links, industrial test equipment and low-noise LO chains.

PLL or oscillator replacements where the original HMC515 tuning range, prescaler outputs and package footprint must match.

Quality & Sourcing

Antrex Electronics can support sourcing for HMC515LP5ETR 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.