MAX2870:23.5MHz to 6000MHz Fractional/Integer-N Synthesizer/VCO

High-Performance, Wide-Frequency PLL with Integrated VCOs Simplifies Signal Chain and Improves Performance

The MAX2870 is an ultra-wideband phase-locked loop (PLL) with integrated voltage controlled oscillators (VCOs) capable of operating in both integer-N and fractional-N modes. When combined with an external reference oscillator and loop filter, the MAX2870 is a high-performance frequency synthesizer capable of synthesizing frequencies from 23.5MHz to 6.0GHz while maintaining superior phase noise and spurious performance. The ultra-wide frequency range is achieved with the help of multiple integrated VCOs covering 3000MHz to 6000MHz, and output dividers ranging from 1 to 128. The device also provides dual differential output drivers, which can be independently programmable to deliver -4dBm to +5dBm output power. Both outputs can be muted by either software or hardware control. The MAX2870 is controlled by a 3-wire serial interface and is compatible with 1.8V control logic. The device is available in a lead-free, RoHS-compliant, 5mm x 5mm, 32-pin TQFN package, and operates over an extended -40°C to +85°C temperature range.

Key Features
  • Integer and Fractional-N Modes
  • Manual or Automatic VCO Selection
  • 3000MHz to 6000MHz Fundamental VCO
  • Output Binary Buffers/Dividers for Extended Frequency Range
    • 1/2/4/8/16/32/64/128
    • 23.5MHz to 6000MHz
  • Low Phase Noise
    • RMS Jitter: 0.25psRMS (typ)
    • EVM at 2.1GHz: 0.35% (typ)
  • High-Performance PFD
    • 105MHz in Integer-N Mode
    • 50MHz in Fractional-N Mode
  • Reference Frequency Up to 200MHz
  • Operates from +3.0V to +3.6V Supply
  • Dual Programmable Outputs
    • -4dBm to +5dBm
  • Analog and Digital Lock Detect Indicators
  • Hardware and Software Shutdown Control
  • Compatible with 1.8V Control Logic
MAX2870: Functional Diagram
MAX2870: Functional Diagram
Applications/Uses
  • Clock Generation
  • PMAR/LMAR/Public Safety Radio
  • Satellite Communications
  • Test and Measurement
  • Wireless Infrastructure
  • Wireless LANs/CATV
DataSheet
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MAX2870 Data SheetMAX2870.pdf
Parametrics
Part NumberSynthesizer ModeVSUPPLY
(V)
Oper. Freq.
(MHz)
Oper. Freq.
(MHz)
Prog. POUT
(dBm)
Differential RF OutputsInband Noise Floor
(dBc/Hz)
RMS Jitter
(ps RMS)
EVM @ 2.1GHz
(%)
Package/PinsOper. Temp.
(°C)
Design ToolsBudgetary
Price
minmaxtyptypSee Notes
MAX2870Fractional
Integer
3.0 to 3.623.56000-4 to +52-226.40.250.35TQFN/32-40 to +85EE-Sim$6.70 @1k
Design kits & evaluation modules
Quality and Environmental Data
Ordering Information
Part NumberStatusRecommended ReplacementPackageTempRoHS
MAX2870ETJ+ActiveTQFN,;32 pin;26 mm²-40°C to +85°CLead Free
MAX2870ETJ+TActiveTQFN,;32 pin;26 mm²-40°C to +85°CLead Free
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