Analog Devices Inc. EV1HMC1164LP5

Overview

EV1HMC1164LP5 from Analog Devices is an evaluation board for the HMC1164LP5E monolithic microwave integrated circuit (MMIC) voltage-controlled oscillator, supporting dual-band RF synthesis at 10.38–11.30 GHz and 5.19–5.65 GHz with 8 dBm output power, −86 dBc/Hz phase noise at 10 kHz offset, and operation over −40°C to +85°C. It enables rapid characterization of VCO performance in point-to-point radio and VSAT reference designs.

For engineers reviewing the EV1HMC1164LP5 datasheet, EV1HMC1164LP5 pinout, EV1HMC1164LP5 application, or EV1HMC1164LP5 equivalent, this evaluation platform provides validated RF layout, SMA interfaces, and full bill-of-materials traceability for HMC1164LP5E integration into high-frequency transceiver subsystems requiring stable tuning linearity and low-phase-noise local oscillation.

Technical Context

The EV1HMC1164LP5 is a dedicated evaluation PCB designed exclusively for the HMC1164LP5E MMIC VCO. It implements controlled-impedance 50 Ω RF routing, direct ground paddle connection via multiple vias, and optimized decoupling using 100 pF (C1–C3), 1000 pF (C4), 2.2 μF tantalum (C5–C7), and 0.01 μF (C8) capacitors per Analog Devices' layout guidelines.

It features four SMA RF connectors (J1–J4) for RFOUT, RFOUT/2, and test access, plus 2 mm dc headers (J5, J6) for VCC and VTUNE control. The board uses Rogers 4350 substrate to maintain signal integrity at Ka-band frequencies and supports full characterization across temperature and tuning voltage ranges.

Key Specifications

Availability

EV1HMC1164LP5 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for Ka-band radio development, VSAT terminal prototyping, and test equipment calibration requiring stable, production-representative VCO evaluation platforms with traceable RF layout.

Supply support for EV1HMC1164LP5 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, Inc. is a global leader in high-performance analog, mixed-signal, and RF IC design, serving communications, industrial, and aerospace markets with precision signal processing solutions.

The EV1HMC1164LP5 belongs to Analog Devices' RF & Microwave Evaluation Platform product line, engineered to accelerate time-to-test for MMIC VCOs used in millimeter-wave infrastructure and satellite communication systems.

FAQ

What is the EV1HMC1164LP5 used for?

The EV1HMC1164LP5 is an evaluation board specifically designed to characterize the HMC1164LP5E MMIC VCO. It enables engineers to verify frequency tuning range (10.38–11.30 GHz), phase noise (−86 dBc/Hz @ 10 kHz), output power (8 dBm), and half-frequency operation (5.19–5.65 GHz) under real-world RF conditions. The EV1HMC1164LP5 supports rapid validation before integration into final Ka-band system designs.

Does the EV1HMC1164LP5 include the HMC1164LP5E IC?

Yes, the EV1HMC1164LP5 evaluation board includes one mounted HMC1164LP5E VCO (orderable part number HMC1164LP5E). The board is pre-assembled with all required passive components - including SMA connectors, decoupling capacitors, and dc headers - as specified in Table 4 of the HMC1164 datasheet. No additional assembly is needed to begin testing the EV1HMC1164LP5.

What RF connectors are used on the EV1HMC1164LP5?

The EV1HMC1164LP5 uses four PCB-mount SMA RF connectors: J1 for RFOUT (10.38–11.30 GHz), J2 for RFOUT/2 (5.19–5.65 GHz), and J3/J4 as auxiliary test points. All SMA connectors are 50 Ω impedance-matched and positioned for minimal stub length, preserving signal integrity through Ka-band. This configuration allows simultaneous measurement of both outputs on the EV1HMC1164LP5.

What power supply requirements does the EV1HMC1164LP5 have?

The EV1HMC1164LP5 requires a stable 5 V dc supply delivered via J5 (2 mm header), with current draw up to 290 mA depending on operating conditions. VTUNE control (2–13 V) is applied via J6. The board incorporates multi-stage decoupling: 100 pF (C1–C3), 1000 pF (C4), 2.2 μF tantalum (C5–C7), and 0.01 μF (C8) to suppress supply noise critical for low-phase-noise VCO operation on the EV1HMC1164LP5.

Is the EV1HMC1164LP5 compatible with other HMC VCOs?

No - the EV1HMC1164LP5 is mechanically and electrically optimized exclusively for the HMC1164LP5E. Its Rogers 4350 substrate, via pattern, SMA placement, and decoupling network are tuned to the specific pinout, grounding scheme, and RF behavior of that device. Using it with other VCOs (e.g., HMC1165 or HMC512) would require layout modification and is not supported. The EV1HMC1164LP5 is not a generic platform.