ADF4351BCPZ-RL7
| Part Number | ADF4351BCPZ-RL7 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Analog Devices Inc. (ADI) |
| Category | Integrated Circuits (ICs) > Clock/Timing – Clock Generators, PLLs, Frequency Synthesizers |
| Description | Wideband fractional-N and integer-N frequency synthesizer with integrated VCO, operating from 35 MHz to 4400 MHz, featuring low phase noise and a 3-wire serial interface in a compact 32-LFCSP package. |
| Stock Status | In Stock |
| Origin | Original Factory |
Product Overview
The ADF4351BCPZ-RL7 is ADI’s wideband fractional/integer-N PLL frequency synthesizer with integrated VCO. Its built-in multi-band VCO covers 2200–4400 MHz, and internal dividers deliver continuous RF output from 35 MHz to 4400 MHz. Equipped with a low-noise PFD, precision charge pump and programmable reference dividers, it is configured via a 3-wire SPI interface for fast frequency hopping and fine tuning. Housed in a thermally enhanced 32-LFCSP package, it serves as low phase-noise local oscillator hardware for wireless infrastructure, microwave backhaul, test instruments and SDR systems.
Core Advantages
Extremely Wideband Frequency Coverage
Features an integrated octave-bandwidth VCO coupled with programmable hardware output dividers, allowing continuous local oscillator (LO) generation from 35 MHz to 4.4 GHz within a single layout footprint.
Industry-Leading Phase Noise Performance
Delivers exceptional spectral purity with low in-band phase noise and minimized spurious signals, improving signal-to-noise ratios (SNR) and lowering bit error rates (BER) in high-order modulation communication links.
Flexible Fractional/Integer Operational Modes
Supports both highly accurate fractional-N mode for fine resolution frequency tuning and high-purity integer-N mode for optimal phase noise performance, giving designers complete flexibility across varying application needs.
High Integration with Small Footprint
Combines a multi-band VCO, dual-modulus prescaler, charge pump, and digital dividers onto a single die, drastically reducing discrete bill-of-materials (BOM) count, minimizing stray parasitics, and accelerating time-to-market.
Key Specifications
| Brand | Analog Devices Inc. (ADI) |
|---|---|
| Series | ADF435x Wideband PLL Synthesizer Series |
| RoHS Status | RoHS Compliant / Lead-Free / Halogen-Free Materials Standard |
| EDA/CAD Model | 3D STEP Models, Schematic Symbols, and PCB Layout Footprints available upon request |
| Warranty | 1-Year Standard Quality Warranty |
| Package / Case | 32-LFCSP (5mm × 5mm) |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount Technology (SMD/SMT) |
| Surface Marking / Silkscreen | ADF4351BCPZ Marking |
| Synthesizer Architecture | Fractional-N or Integer-N Programmable Core Network |
| VCO Integrated | Yes, On-Chip Multi-Band Voltage Controlled Oscillator |
| RF Output Frequency Scope | Continuous operation from 35 MHz to 4400 MHz (4.4 GHz) |
| Number of Output Channels | 2 Differential RF Output Channels |
| Reference Input Type | Single-Ended / Differential Crystal Reference Input |
| Reference Frequency Range | 10 MHz to 100 MHz Reference Input |
| Phase Detector Type | Digital Phase-Frequency Detector (PFD) |
| Typical Supply Voltage ($V_{DD}$) | Analog/Digital rails optimized for 3.0 V to 3.6 V operational tolerances |
| Charge Pump Supply ($V_{P}$) | Matches main supply rail: 3.0 V to 3.6 V |
| Control Interface Link | 3-Wire Serial Interface (Compatible with standard SPI logic lines up to 1.8V / 3.3V) |
| Spur Performance | Low Spurious Fractional Mode Operation, Minimized Reference Spurs |
| Packaging Presentation | Tape and Reel (RL7 designator indicates a 7-inch reel configuration containing 1,500 pieces) |
| Part Suffix Definition (RL7) | RL = Tape & Reel Packaging; 7 = 7 Inch Reel Diameter |
| Operating Ambient Temperature | -40°C to +85°C (Industrial-Grade Environmental Spec Boundaries) |
| Storage Temperature Range | -65°C to +125°C |
Typical Applications
- Wireless Infrastructure, 4G/5G Cellular Base Stations, and Remote Radio Heads (RRH)
- Microwave Point-to-Point Backhaul Radios, Satellite Communication Terminals (VSAT), and Up/Downconverters
- High-Speed RF Test and Measurement Instrumentation, Spectrum Analyzers, and Automated Test Equipment (ATE)
- Software-Defined Radios (SDR), Military Tactical Communications, and Radar Local Oscillator Nodes
- Clock Generation Networks, High-Frequency Data Converter Sampling Clock Cleaners, and Fiber-Optic Transceivers
Order & Shipping Info
| Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ) | 1 Piece |
|---|---|
| Shipping Time | Shipped within 1-2 business days |
| Delivery Time | 3-7 working days worldwide |
| Shipping Methods | DHL, UPS, FedEx, EMS |
| Payment Methods | T/T (Bank Transfer), PayPal, Credit Card, Western Union |
Technical Support
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: Is your currently available stock of the ADF4351BCPZ-RL7 100% original and genuine?
A: Yes, we guarantee that all ADF4351BCPZ-RL7 frequency synthesizers in our warehouse are 100% brand-new, factory-original products directly from Analog Devices. Every batch is tracked under strict quality verification procedures and shipped inside factory-sealed ESD moisture barrier bags on original carrier reels.
Q2: What is the mechanical role of the “RL7” suffix code on this Analog Devices part number?
A: The “RL7” suffix code indicates the specific packaging format for shipping. “RL” stands for Tape and Reel, and “7” denotes a 7-inch diameter reel size. For volume manufacturing, this configuration typically holds exactly 1,500 components per reel, optimized for high-speed automated SMT assembly.
Q3: How does the ADF4351BCPZ-RL7 generate very low frequencies like 35 MHz if its fundamental VCO runs above 2.2 GHz?
A: The ADF4351BCPZ-RL7 contains an internal 3-bit binary divider block at the output of the core VCO. When a low target frequency is programmed, the chip automatically selects a fundamental VCO frequency between 2200 MHz and 4400 MHz and routes it through the internal digital output dividers (up to divide-by-64) to synthesize lower frequencies without using large external inductors.
Q4: How can our engineering team request formal CAD footprints, layout recommendations, or bulk volume quotes?
A: Please input your product criteria and project parameters into the Quick Inquiry form located on this web page. Our specialized RF application engineering desk will review your submission and reply with full data assets and target tiered pricing within 24 hours.
