MLPNC-7100
NLTL Comb Generator
Rev. V1
Features
Ultra-Low Phase Noise
Variable Input Frequency 100 - 400 MHz
Variable Input Power from 18 - 24 dBm
Output Harmonics to 20 GHz
SMT680 Surface Mount Package
SMA850 Hermetically Package
No Bias or Tuning Required
RoHS* Compliant
SMA850
hermetic
Description
The MLPNC-7100 is a low phase noise comb
generator (LPNC) with a flexible range of input
frequency and power. It is based on monolithic nonlinear-transmission-line (NLTL) circuit technology
and it’s banner spec is its ultra-low phase noise. The
phase noise shown is at the 120th harmonic
(12 GHz) and at any other harmonic it can be
calculated using the analytical equation PNN =
PN120 - 20 LOG (120 – N) N<120. It is available in
both coaxial and surface mount packages.
SMT680
Operating Parameters1
Parameter
Units
Frequency
Power
Recommended Input
Min.
Typ.
Max.
MHz
100
250
400
dBm
18
22
24
1. The model MLPNC-7100 does not abruptly stop working at the recommended min and max frequencies and powers. The conversion
efficiency drops outside recommended limits.
Production Test Limits2
Input / Power
Units
100 MHz, 22 dBm
Output Harmonics
4 GHz
8 GHz
12 GHz
16 GHz
20 GHz
dBm
> -23
> -26
> -35
> -43
> -55
250 MHz, 20 dBm
dBm
> -11
> -18
> -25
> -38
> -43
400 MHz, 20 dBm
dBm
> -8
> -18
> -25
> -35
> -45
2. These are the harmonic output test limits used for production screening. Production testing is also performed at 18, 20, 22 and 24 dBm.
Ordering Information
* Restrictions on Hazardous Substances,
European Union Directive 2011/65/EU.
Part Number
Package
MLPNC-7100-SMA850
ESD Box with Foam
MLPNC-7100-SMT680
ESD Box with Foam
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MLPNC-7100
NLTL Comb Generator
Rev. V1
Absolute Maximum Ratings3,4
Parameter
Absolute Maximum
Input Power
27 dBm
Operating Temperature
-45°C to +85°C
Storage Temperature
-55°C to +125°C
Temperature Cycling
-55°C to +125°C
3. Exceeding any one or combination of these limits may cause
permanent damage to this device.
4. MACOM does not recommend sustained operation near these
survivability limits.
Typical Performance Curves @ +25°C using SMA package:
Harmonic Output, 100 MHz Input Frequency
Harmonic Output, 250 MHz Input Frequency
Harmonic Output, 400 MHz Input Frequency
Phase Noise, 100 MHz Input Frequency,
22 dBm PIN, 120 NLTL
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MLPNC-7100
NLTL Comb Generator
Rev. V1
Outline: SMT680
Top View
Side View
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2
3
4
5
6
7
8
Pins 1 thru 8 DC and RF ground
Bottom View
Dimensions in inches [mm]
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MLPNC-7100
NLTL Comb Generator
Rev. V1
Outline: SMA850, hermetic
Dimensions in inches [mm]
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MLPNC-7100
NLTL Comb Generator
Rev. V1
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