Analog Devices Inc. ADF4110BRU-REEL7
- Part No.:
- ADF4110BRU-REEL7
- Manufacturer:
- Analog Devices Inc.
- Package:
- 16-TSSOP (0.173", 4.40mm Width)
- Datasheet:
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ADF4110BRU-REEL7.pdf
- Description:
- IC CLK/FREQ SYNTH 16TSSOP
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Product details
Overview
ADF4110BRU-REEL7 from Analog Devices is a 550 MHz RF PLL frequency synthesizer IC used as a local oscillator in wireless transceiver up/downconversion stages. It features a 24-bit programmable N-divider (N = BP + A), 14-bit R counter, dual-modulus prescaler (8/9, 16/17, 32/33, 64/65), 3-wire serial interface, and operates from 2.7 V to 5.5 V. It enables precise frequency synthesis in GSM base station transmitters.
For engineers reviewing the ADF4110BRU-REEL7 datasheet, ADF4110BRU-REEL7 pinout, ADF4110BRU-REEL7 application, or ADF4110BRU-REEL7 equivalent, key selection criteria include its 550 MHz RF input range, programmable charge pump current (625 µA to 5 mA), analog/digital lock detect, separate VP supply for extended tuning voltage, and industrial temperature range (−40°C to +85°C).
Technical Context
The ADF4110BRU-REEL7 implements a digital phase-frequency detector (PFD) with precision charge pump, programmable reference divider (R counter), and dual-modulus prescaler (P/P+1) to realize fractional-N synthesis. Its 6-bit A and 13-bit B counters configure the N-divider value (N = BP + A), supporting fine frequency resolution in closed-loop PLL systems with external VCO and loop filter.
It supports 3-wire serial programming (DATA/CLK/LE), hardware/software power-down modes, and multiplexed MUXOUT for lock detect or scaled RF/reference outputs. The separate VP supply (AVDD ≤ VP ≤ 6.0 V) enables higher tuning voltage headroom in 3 V systems without increasing AVDD/DVDD.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| RF Input Frequency | 50 MHz to 550 MHz - supports GSM/PCS/DCS bands with −10 dBm sensitivity at 3 V operation. |
| Phase Detector Max Frequency | 55 MHz - sets upper limit on PFD comparison rate, directly constraining loop bandwidth and settling time. |
| Charge Pump Current Range | 625 µA to 5 mA - programmable via RSET resistor; determines loop filter gain and VCO tuning slope interaction. |
| Supply Voltage Range | 2.7 V to 5.5 V (AVDD/DVDD); VP ≥ AVDD up to 6.0 V - enables 3 V system compatibility with 6 V VCO tuning range. |
| Operating Temperature | −40°C to +85°C - qualified for industrial-grade wireless infrastructure and handheld equipment environments. |
| Power Consumption | 5.5 mA max (typ. 4.5 mA at 3 V) - low quiescent current supports battery-sensitive or thermally constrained designs. |
| Reference Input Range | 5 MHz to 104 MHz - allows flexible crystal oscillator or clock source selection for PFD input. |
Pinout & Package
TSSOP-16 package with exposed paddle (connected to AGND). Pin count and layout match JEDEC MO-153 standard; RoHS-compliant, lead-free finish.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| RSET | Charge pump current setting | Resistor to CPGND sets ICPmax (e.g., 4.7 kΩ → 5 mA); nominal voltage 0.56 V. |
| CP | Charge pump output | Drives external loop filter; ±ICP current sourced/sunk based on PFD error signal. |
| CPGND | Charge pump ground return | Dedicated low-noise ground path for CP; must be isolated from DGND/AGND except at single point. |
| RFINA / RFINB | RF prescaler differential input | AC-coupled small-signal inputs; RFINA accepts VCO output; RFINB is complementary for noise rejection. |
| REFIN | Reference clock input | CMOS input (threshold ≈ DVDD/2); accepts TTL/CMOS oscillators or AC-coupled sources (5–104 MHz). |
| CE | Chip enable | Active-low control: logic low powers down device and places CP in high-impedance state. |
| DATA / CLK / LE | 3-wire serial interface | 24-bit shift register loaded MSB-first; LE latches data into selected register (A/B/R/Function latch). |
| MUXOUT | Multiplexer output | Selectable output: lock detect status, divided RF, or divided REFIN - aids real-time PLL monitoring. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Dual-modulus prescaler | Configurable 8/9, 16/17, 32/33, or 64/65 division - enables wide N-divider range while maintaining high PFD frequency. |
| Separate VP supply | VP ≥ AVDD up to 6.0 V - extends VCO tuning voltage beyond core supply, critical for wide-range varactor-based VCOs. |
| Programmable antibacklash pulse width | Adjustable to suppress false lock detection during fast frequency transitions - improves transient stability. |
| Analog and digital lock detect | Dual lock indicators - analog LD reflects PFD phase alignment; digital LD provides CMOS-compatible status flag. |
| Hardware/software power-down | CE pin or F2 bit control - reduces IDD to 1 µA typical, enabling rapid wake-up in burst-mode communication systems. |
Applications
| GSM Base Station Transmitter | Wireless LAN Local Oscillator |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Generating stable 900 MHz LO signal for upconversion in macrocell BTS power amplifiers. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: PLL frequency synthesizer providing phase-coherent LO with <−91 dBc/Hz @ 1 kHz offset. Use Value: Enables compliant spectral mask performance and low EVM in 2G/3G air interfaces using integrated lock detect and low spurious output (−97 dBc). |
Use Scenario: Synthesizing 5.2 GHz LO for IEEE 802.11a WLAN transceivers requiring fast channel switching. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Programmable N-divider and 3-wire interface allow dynamic frequency reconfiguration in <400 µs typical lock time. Use Value: Supports agile hopping across UNII bands with minimal loop filter redesign due to consistent charge pump behavior across ICP range. |
| Communications Test Equipment | CATV Upconverter LO |
Use Scenario: Serving as tunable LO source in vector signal analyzers needing wideband coverage and low phase noise. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Reference input flexibility (5–104 MHz) and scalable RF range support multi-standard instrument calibration. Use Value: Delivers −215 dBc/Hz normalized phase noise floor and <−100 dBc spurs, meeting metrology-grade signal purity requirements. |
Use Scenario: Generating 550 MHz LO for cable TV upstream channel upconversion (5–42 MHz to 54–860 MHz band). IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Dual-modulus prescaler and programmable R counter accommodate multiple channel plans and IF offsets. Use Value: Maintains <−97 dBc reference spurs and stable lock under temperature variation (−40°C to +85°C), ensuring DOCSIS compliance. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar RF PLL synthesizer applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| ADF4111BRU-REEL7 | Higher RF input range (0.08–1.2 GHz) and 1.2 GHz max prescaler output; identical pinout and interface. | Supports PCS/DCS/WCDMA bands beyond ADF4110BRU-REEL7's 550 MHz limit; same industrial temp grade. | Choose when extending to 1 GHz+ VCO frequencies without changing PCB layout or firmware interface. |
| LMX2485EVMX/NOPB | Wider RF range (300 MHz–3.8 GHz), integrated VCO, SPI interface, and lower phase noise (−95 dBc/Hz @ 1 kHz). | Reduces external component count but requires different loop filter design and SPI driver integration. | Prefer for new designs targeting higher integration and broader frequency coverage, accepting SPI migration effort. |
Compared with ADF4110BRU-REEL7, ADF4111BRU-REEL7 offers direct pin-compatible extension to 1.2 GHz, while LMX2485EVMX/NOPB trades external VCO dependency for higher integration and wider bandwidth-making it suitable for compact, multi-band systems where layout space and BOM count are critical.
Availability
ADF4110BRU-REEL7 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for GSM base stations, wireless handsets, and CATV equipment requiring stable component supply, long-term lifecycle assurance, and industrial-temperature-rated RF synthesis.
Supply support for ADF4110BRU-REEL7 includes scheduled delivery planning, volume procurement assistance, BOM continuity management, traceable sourcing, and lifecycle availability coordination for OEM customers, industrial embedded developers, connected-device designers, and electronics production programs.
Manufacturer
Analog Devices is a global leader in high-performance analog, mixed-signal, and RF ICs, serving communications, industrial, and aerospace markets with precision timing and signal processing solutions.
The ADF4110BRU-REEL7 belongs to the ADF411x family of integer-N PLL synthesizers designed specifically for wireless infrastructure and handset LO generation, emphasizing low phase noise, flexible power supply architecture, and robust lock detection.
FAQ
What is the maximum RF input frequency supported by the ADF4110BRU-REEL7?
The ADF4110BRU-REEL7 supports an RF input frequency range of 50 MHz to 550 MHz at 3 V operation, with −10 dBm sensitivity. This makes it suitable for GSM 900 MHz band (after prescaling) and other sub-600 MHz wireless standards. Operation below 50 MHz requires slew rate >30 V/µs to ensure reliable prescaler triggering.
Does the ADF4110BRU-REEL7 require an external loop filter?
Yes, the ADF4110BRU-REEL7 requires an external passive loop filter between the CP pin and the VCO tuning input. The charge pump delivers programmable ±ICP current (625 µA–5 mA), and the filter's transfer function determines PLL stability, lock time, and phase noise performance. No internal filtering is provided.
Can the ADF4110BRU-REEL7 operate with a 3 V supply and still drive a 5 V-tuned VCO?
Yes. The ADF4110BRU-REEL7 features a separate VP supply pin that can be set to up to 6.0 V, independent of the 2.7–5.5 V AVDD/DVDD rails. With AVDD = DVDD = 3 V and VP = 5 V or 6 V, the charge pump delivers full tuning voltage range to the VCO while maintaining low core power consumption.
How does the dual-modulus prescaler enhance frequency resolution in the ADF4110BRU-REEL7?
The ADF4110BRU-REEL7 uses a dual-modulus prescaler (e.g., 8/9) in conjunction with 6-bit A and 13-bit B counters to implement N = BP + A. This allows fine frequency steps without reducing PFD frequency - preserving loop bandwidth and phase noise - unlike simple fixed-divide architectures limited by reference frequency granularity.
Is the ADF4110BRU-REEL7 pin-compatible with other devices in the ADF411x family?
Yes, the ADF4110BRU-REEL7 shares identical TSSOP-16 pinout and register map with ADF4111BRU-REEL7, ADF4112BRU-REEL7, and ADF4113BRU-REEL7. This enables drop-in replacement across the family when scaling RF range (550 MHz → 4.0 GHz), provided the prescaler and loop filter are re-optimized for the target VCO frequency.
ADF4110BRU-REEL7 Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Analog Devices Inc.
- Series:
- -
- Package/Case:
- 16-TSSOP (0.173", 4.40mm Width)
- Packaging:
- Tape & Reel (TR)
- Product Status:
- Obsolete
- Programmable:
- Not Verified
- Type:
- Clock/Frequency Synthesizer (RF)
- PLL:
- Yes
- Input:
- CMOS, TTL
- Output:
- Clock
- Number of Circuits:
- 1
- Ratio - Input:Output:
- 2:1
- Differential - Input:Output:
- Yes/No
- Frequency - Max:
- 550MHz
- Divider/Multiplier:
- Yes/No
- Voltage - Supply:
- 2.7V ~ 5.5V
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 85°C
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Supplier Device Package:
- 16-TSSOP
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