Overview
Features and Benefits
- 6.0 GHz bandwidth
- 2.7 V to 3.3 V power supply
- Separate charge pump supply (VP) allows extended tuning voltage in 3 V systems
- Programmable dual-modulus prescaler 8/9, 16/17, 32/33, 64/65
- Programmable charge pump currents
- Programmable antibacklash pulse width
- 3-wire serial interface
- Analog and digital lock detect
- Hardware and software power-down mode
- Download ADF4106-EP data sheet (pdf)
- Military temperature range (−55°C to +125°C)
- Controlled manufacturing baseline
- One assembly/test site
- One fabrication site
- Enhanced product change notification
- Qualification data available upon request
- V62/11606 DSCC Drawing Number
Product Details
The ADF4106 frequency synthesizer can be used to implement local oscillators in the up-conversion and down-conversion sections of wireless receivers and transmitters. It consists of a low noise, digital phase frequency detector (PFD), a precision charge pump, a programmable reference divider, programmable A counter and B counter, and a dual-modulus prescaler (P/P + 1). The A (6-bit) counter and B (13-bit) counter, in conjunction with the dual-modulus prescaler (P/P + 1), implement an N divider (N = BP + A). In addition, the 14-bit reference counter (R Counter) allows selectable REFIN frequencies at the PFD input. A complete phase-locked loop (PLL) can be implemented if the synthesizer is used with an external loop filter and voltage controlled oscillator (VCO). Its very high bandwidth means that frequency doublers can be eliminated in many high frequency systems, simplifying system architecture and reducing cost.
ADF4106-EP Supports defense and aerospace applications (AQEC standard).
Applications
- Broadband wireless access
- Satellite systems
- Instrumentation
- Wireless LANS
- Base stations for wireless radios
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At least one model within this product family is in production and available for purchase. The product is appropriate for new designs but newer alternatives may exist.
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Tools & Simulations
Design Tools
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Reference Designs (1)
Product Recommendations
ADF4106 Companion Parts
Recommended Linear Regulators
- For ultralow noise, 3V applications,150 mA output: ADP150.
- For ultalow noise, 3V applications, 200 mA output: ADP151.
- For high accuracy, 5V applications: ADP3334.
- For a step up, 3V to 5V regulator: ADP1613.
Recommended Divide-by-4 Prescaler
- For a low noise, low power, fixed RF block: ADF5001.
Recommended Modulators/Demodulators
Recommended PLL Active Filter
- For an ultralow noise, rail-to-rail amplifier: OP184.
Reference Materials
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