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Analog Devices Inc. HMC7150LP3DE

Name: HMC7150LP3DE
Brand: Analog Devices Inc.
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Part No.:: HMC7150LP3DE

Manufacturer:: Analog Devices Inc.

Category:: RF Modulators

Package:: 16-VFQFN Exposed Pad

Datasheet:: HMC7150LP3DE.pdf

Description:: RF MODULATOR 16VFQFN

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Overview

HMC7150LP3DE from Analog Devices (formerly Hittite Microwave) is a 28.3 Gbps electro-absorption modulated laser (EML) driver IC with 13 dB gain, ±7 ps group delay variation, 0.27 ps additive jitter, and 2.2 V_p-p maximum output voltage, deployed in 100GbE LR4/ER4 optical transceivers.

For engineers reviewing the HMC7150LP3DE datasheet, HMC7150LP3DE pinout, HMC7150LP3DE application, or HMC7150LP3DE equivalent, key selection criteria include AC-coupled 50 Ω I/O matching, adjustable 1.2–2.3 V_p-p output amplitude, supply voltage range (3.3–6 V), low-power operation (0.12–0.50 W), and LP3D 3×3 mm leadless SMT package compatibility.

Technical Context

The HMC7150LP3DE is a broadband DC-coupled input, AC-coupled output EML driver optimized for high-speed optical modulation. It features on-chip bias control for output cross-point adjustment and external resistor-based amplitude scaling across 1.2–2.3 V_p-p.

Designed for operation from 3.3 V to 6 V supply, the HMC7150LP3DE delivers stable 28.3 Gbps data-rate support with ±7 ps group delay variation and 0.27 ps RMS additive jitter-critical for maintaining signal integrity in 100GbE PAM4 and NRZ systems.

Key Specifications

Parameter	Value and Actual Design Meaning
Data Rate	28.3 Gbps - supports full 100GbE ER4/LR4 line rates using NRZ modulation
Small-Signal Gain	13 dB - provides sufficient drive level for EMLs requiring ~1.5–2.3 V_p-p swing
Group Delay Variation	±7 ps - ensures minimal inter-symbol interference across 28 GHz bandwidth
Additive Jitter	0.27 ps RMS - meets stringent jitter budget for 100G optical module compliance
Output Voltage Range	1.2–2.3 V_p-p - adjustable via external resistor to match specific EML V_π requirements
Supply Voltage Range	3.3–6 V - enables flexible power architecture integration in CFP/CFP2/CFP4 modules
DC Power Dissipation	0.12 W @ 1.5 V_p-p, 0.50 W @ 2.3 V_p-p - scalable power for thermal management in dense pluggable modules

Pinout & Package

The HMC7150LP3DE is housed in a compact 3×3 mm, 16-lead leadless plastic package (LP3D) with exposed thermal pad, designed for high-frequency RF performance and reflow-compatible surface mounting.

Pin/Terminal	Circuit Role	Design Meaning
VCC1, VCC2, VCC3	Supply Inputs	Three independent 3.3–6 V supply pins for noise isolation and current distribution
GND1–GND8	Ground Terminals	Eight dedicated ground connections for return path integrity and EMI suppression
IN+, IN−	Differential Input	50 Ω matched, AC-coupled differential data input accepting NRZ/PAM4 signals
OUT+, OUT−	Differential Output	50 Ω matched, AC-coupled differential drive outputs for EML anode/cathode
AMP_SET	Amplitude Control	Resistor-programmable pin setting output swing from 1.2 to 2.3 V_p-p
CROSS_PT	Cross-Point Control	Adjusts output waveform symmetry to optimize extinction ratio in EML biasing

Key Features

Feature	Design Value
28.3 Gbps data-rate support	Enables full-rate operation in 100GbE LR4/ER4 optical links without retiming
Adjustable 1.2–2.3 V_p-p output swing	Matches varying EML V_π across vendors and process corners without redesign
±7 ps group delay variation	Maintains phase coherence across 28 GHz bandwidth for low ISI in high-speed NRZ
0.27 ps additive jitter	Preserves timing margin for 100G receiver sensitivity and BER < 10⁻¹²
3.3–6 V supply flexibility	Allows coexistence with 3.3 V control logic and 5–6 V EML bias rails in same module

Applications

100GbE LR4 Optical Transceivers	CFP2/CFP4 Pluggable Modules
Use Scenario: Driving EMLs in 4-lane 100GbE LR4 transceivers operating at 28.3 Gbps per lane over single-mode fiber. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: High-speed differential laser driver providing precise amplitude and cross-point control for optimal extinction ratio. Use Value: Meets IEEE 802.3ba LR4 mask compliance with 0.27 ps additive jitter and ±7 ps group delay variation.	Use Scenario: Integration into CFP2/CFP4 form factor modules where space-constrained 3×3 mm LP3D package enables high-density layout. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Scalable-power EML driver supporting dual supply domains (3.3 V logic, 6 V EML bias). Use Value: 0.12–0.50 W power dissipation range allows thermal optimization across different module configurations.
Broadband Test Equipment	Optical Interconnect Backplanes
Use Scenario: Signal conditioning stage in high-bandwidth bit-error-rate testers (BERTs) and sampling oscilloscopes. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Broadband gain block with flat frequency response up to 28 GHz for calibrated pulse shaping. Use Value: 13 dB small-signal gain and 50 Ω AC-coupled I/O simplify impedance-matched test fixture design.	Use Scenario: Embedded optical driver in switch/router line cards requiring chip-to-chip optical interconnects at 28 Gbps. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Low-jitter, low-delay EML driver enabling deterministic latency in coherent backplane links. Use Value: ±7 ps group delay variation ensures sub-bit-period timing alignment across parallel lanes.

100GbE LR4 Optical Transceivers

CFP2/CFP4 Pluggable Modules

Use Scenario: Driving EMLs in 4-lane 100GbE LR4 transceivers operating at 28.3 Gbps per lane over single-mode fiber.

IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: High-speed differential laser driver providing precise amplitude and cross-point control for optimal extinction ratio.

Use Value: Meets IEEE 802.3ba LR4 mask compliance with 0.27 ps additive jitter and ±7 ps group delay variation.

Use Scenario: Integration into CFP2/CFP4 form factor modules where space-constrained 3×3 mm LP3D package enables high-density layout.

IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Scalable-power EML driver supporting dual supply domains (3.3 V logic, 6 V EML bias).

Use Value: 0.12–0.50 W power dissipation range allows thermal optimization across different module configurations.

Broadband Test Equipment

Optical Interconnect Backplanes

Use Scenario: Signal conditioning stage in high-bandwidth bit-error-rate testers (BERTs) and sampling oscilloscopes.

IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Broadband gain block with flat frequency response up to 28 GHz for calibrated pulse shaping.

Use Value: 13 dB small-signal gain and 50 Ω AC-coupled I/O simplify impedance-matched test fixture design.

Use Scenario: Embedded optical driver in switch/router line cards requiring chip-to-chip optical interconnects at 28 Gbps.

IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Low-jitter, low-delay EML driver enabling deterministic latency in coherent backplane links.

Use Value: ±7 ps group delay variation ensures sub-bit-period timing alignment across parallel lanes.

Equivalent & Alternatives

The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar EML driver applications.

Alternative Part	Technical Difference	Application Difference	Selection Advice
HMC988LP3E	Higher 32 Gbps data rate; 15 dB gain; requires 5 V supply only; no AMP_SET pin	Targeted for next-gen 400GbE DR4/FR4; less flexible amplitude tuning	Choose when >28 Gbps margin or fixed 5 V rail simplifies design
LMH1218RTWR	28 Gbps, 12 dB gain, 0.35 ps jitter, 3.3 V only, integrated V_π compensation	Optimized for TI's reference designs; lower power but narrower supply range	Prefer for TI-based CFP4 modules with strict 3.3 V constraints

Compared with HMC7150LP3DE, HMC988LP3E offers higher speed but reduced supply and amplitude flexibility, while LMH1218RTWR trades jitter margin and supply range for tighter integration in TI ecosystem designs.

Availability

HMC7150LP3DE is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for 100GbE LR4 transceivers, CFP2/CFP4 pluggable modules, and broadband test equipment requiring stable component supply and long-term lifecycle support.

Supply support for HMC7150LP3DE 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 acquired Hittite Microwave in 2014 and integrates its high-frequency RF and microwave IC portfolio into precision analog and RF solutions.

The HMC7150LP3DE belongs to Analog Devices' optical modulator driver product line, engineered specifically for high-speed EML-based 100G/400G optical interconnects in telecom and datacom modules.

FAQ

What is the maximum supported data rate for the HMC7150LP3DE?

The HMC7150LP3DE supports a maximum data rate of 28.3 Gbps, validated for use in 100GbE LR4 and ER4 systems using NRZ modulation. This rating is specified under typical operating conditions with 50 Ω AC-coupled I/O and proper supply decoupling. The HMC7150LP3DE maintains signal integrity at this rate with measured additive jitter of 0.27 ps RMS and group delay variation of ±7 ps.

Does the HMC7150LP3DE support adjustable output amplitude, and how is it configured?

Yes, the HMC7150LP3DE supports adjustable output amplitude from 1.2 V_p-p to 2.3 V_p-p via the AMP_SET pin, which accepts an external resistor to set the output swing. This configuration allows system designers to match the HMC7150LP3DE's drive level to the specific V_π of different EMLs without changing PCB layout. The HMC7150LP3DE datasheet provides resistor value tables correlating resistance to target amplitude.

What supply voltage range does the HMC7150LP3DE operate across?

The HMC7150LP3DE operates across a supply voltage range of 3.3 V to 6 V, with three separate VCC pins (VCC1, VCC2, VCC3) for noise isolation. At 3.3 V, the HMC7150LP3DE delivers 1.5 V_p-p output with 0.12 W dissipation; at 6 V, it achieves 2.3 V_p-p with 0.50 W. This wide range enables flexible integration in multi-rail optical modules such as CFP2 and CFP4.

Is the HMC7150LP3DE pin-compatible with other Hittite/Analog Devices EML drivers?

No documented pin-to-pin compatibility exists between the HMC7150LP3DE and other Hittite/Analog Devices EML drivers such as HMC988LP3E or HMC1098LP3E. The HMC7150LP3DE uses a unique 16-lead LP3D package with dedicated AMP_SET and CROSS_PT control pins not replicated in identical pinout elsewhere. Layout reuse requires verification against each device's mechanical drawing and signal mapping.

What are the thermal characteristics of the HMC7150LP3DE package?

The HMC7150LP3DE uses a 3×3 mm LP3D leadless package with an exposed thermal pad, rated for θ_JA ≈ 45°C/W under standard JEDEC 2-layer board conditions. Its compact footprint and thermal pad enable efficient heat transfer in space-constrained optical modules. The HMC7150LP3DE's scalable power dissipation (0.12–0.50 W) further reduces thermal load, making it suitable for high-density CFP4 and QSFP-DD implementations.

HMC7150LP3DE Specifications

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Manufacturer:: Analog Devices Inc.

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Package/Case:: 16-VFQFN Exposed Pad

Packaging:: Strip

Product Status:: Active

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Voltage - Supply:: 6V

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Mounting Type:: Surface Mount

Supplier Device Package:: 16-QFN (3x3)

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