ADF4169 (3)

The ADF4169 is available from Analog Devices at Xecor. Designed for FMCW radar systems, the ADF4169 offers RF bandwidth up to 13.5 GHz, high and low-speed FMCW ramp generation, and subhertz frequency resolution with a 25-bit fixed modulus. Available in 24-pin LFCSP (4x4) packages, it is ideal for automotive, communications test equipment, and infrastructure applications. Whether used in advanced radar systems or high-frequency communication setups, this series ensures precision, scalability, and efficiency for demanding applications. Xecor is an authorized distributor for Analog Devices. Please view our extensive selection of the ADF4169 series below.

Part Number Description Package Inventory Add To Bom
ADF4169WCCPZ-RL7 A powerful PLL module that accurately locks onto signals for reliable data transmission LFCSP-24 9,568
ADF4169CCPZ Outputs stable clock signals up to Hz with low jitter and noi LFCSP-24 8,857
ADF4169CCPZ-RL7 Clock Generator 10MHz to 13.5GHz-IN 2000MHz-OUT 24-Pin LFCSP EP T/R WFQFN-24 8,531

Key Featrues

RF Bandwidth to 13.5 GHz: The device supports an RF bandwidth of up to 13.5 GHz, enabling high-frequency applications such as FMCW radars and communications test equipment. This broad bandwidth ensures precise frequency control and enhances performance in demanding RF environments.
Subhertz Frequency Resolution: With a 25-bit fixed modulus, the device achieves subhertz frequency resolution, allowing for extremely fine-tuned frequency adjustments. This feature is critical for applications requiring high accuracy, such as radar systems and advanced communication infrastructure.
Fast and Slow Waveform Generation: The synthesizer supports both fast and slow FMCW ramp generation, making it versatile for applications like radar systems that require varying sweep rates. This flexibility enhances the device's adaptability to different operational scenarios.
Normalized Phase Noise Floor of -224 dBc/Hz: The low phase noise floor ensures superior signal clarity and stability, which is essential for high-performance communication systems and radar applications. This feature minimizes interference and improves overall system efficiency.
Automotive Grade (AEC-Q100 Qualified): The device is qualified for automotive applications, ensuring reliability and durability in harsh environments. This makes it suitable for use in automotive radar systems and other vehicle-based communication technologies, where robustness is critical.

Applications

FMCW Radar Systems: The ADF4169 is ideal for Frequency Modulated Continuous Wave (FMCW) radar systems, providing high-speed and high-precision frequency synthesis. Its ability to generate fast and slow waveforms with subhertz resolution makes it suitable for automotive radar applications, such as adaptive cruise control and collision avoidance systems, ensuring accurate distance and speed measurements.
Communications Test Equipment: The ADF4169 is well-suited for communications test equipment, offering precise frequency synthesis and modulation capabilities. Its high RF bandwidth and programmable phase control enable accurate signal generation and testing for a wide range of communication protocols, making it essential for R&D and quality assurance in telecommunications.
Industrial Radar Systems: The ADF4169 is perfect for industrial radar systems, where high-frequency accuracy and fast waveform generation are critical. Its ability to generate sawtooth, triangular, and parabolic waveforms, combined with FSK and PSK functions, makes it ideal for applications such as level measurement, material detection, and process control in industrial environments.
Aerospace and Defense Radar: The ADF4169 is highly suitable for aerospace and defense radar systems, offering robust performance in harsh environments. Its AEC-Q100 qualification ensures reliability under extreme conditions, while its high-speed FMCW ramp generation and subhertz frequency resolution make it ideal for applications such as target tracking, surveillance, and navigation in aerospace and defense systems.

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