General Description
The MAX2750/MAX2751/MAX2752 are self-contained volt-
age-controlled oscillators (VCOs) intended for use in the
2.4GHz to 2.5GHz ISM band. Each IC combines a fully
integrated oscillator and output buffer in a miniature 8-pin
µMAX package.
The inductor and varactor elements of the tank are inte-
grated on-chip, greatly simplifying application of the part.
The only required external components are a couple of
supply bypass capacitors. The IC provides direct connec-
tion to the VCO tuning voltage input and the VCO buffer
output. The tuning voltage input range is +0.4V to +2.4V,
and the oscillator frequency tuning range is factory adjust-
ed to provide guaranteed limits. The output signal is
buffered by an amplifier stage (internally matched to 50Ω)
to provide higher output power and isolate the device from
load impedance variations.
The MAX2750/MAX2751/MAX2752 operate over a +2.7V
to +5.5V supply voltage range. Internal regulation of the
oscillator supply voltage eliminates the need for an exter-
nal LDO regulator for the VCO. The IC also provides a dig-
itally controlled shutdown mode to permit implementation
of sophisticated power-supply management. In shutdown,
the supply current is reduced to less than 1µA.
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Features
♦Guaranteed Frequency Tuning Range
MAX2750: 2400MHz to 2500MHz (Zero IF)
MAX2751: 2120MHz to 2260MHz
(240MHz to 280MHz IF)
MAX2752: 2025MHz to 2165MHz
(335MHz to 375MHz IF)
♦On-Chip Tank Circuit
♦Internally Matched Output Buffer Amplifier
♦Low-Current Shutdown Mode
♦+2.7V to +5.5V Supply Voltage Range
♦Miniature 8-Pin µMAX Package
MAX2750/MAX2751/MAX2752
2.4GHz Monolithic
Voltage-Controlled Oscillators
OSCILLATOR
CORE
BIAS
TUNE
TUNE
BYP
SHDN
GND
OUT
VCC1
VCC
VCC2
GND
SHDN
OUT TO MIXER/
SYNTHESIZER
MAX2750
MAX2751
MAX2752
Typical Operating Circuit
19-1825; Rev 1; 5/12
EVALUATION KIT
AVAILABLE
Ordering Information
PART TEMP RANGE PIN-PACKAGE
MAX2750EUA+ -40°C to +85°C 8 μMAX
MAX2751EUA+ -40°C to +85°C 8 μMAX
MAX2752EUA+ -40°C to +85°C 8 μMAX
Pin Configuration appears at end of data sheet.
+
Denotes a lead(Pb)-free/RoHS-compliant package.
Devices are also available in a tape-and-reel packaging. Specify
tape and reel by adding “T” to the part number when ordering.
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at 1-888-629-4642, or visit Maxim’s website at www.maxim-ic.com.
ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS
MAX2750/MAX2751/MAX2752
2.4GHz Monolithic
Voltage-Controlled Oscillators
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DC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS
(VCC = +2.7V to +5.5V, VTUNE = +0.4V to +2.4V, V SHDN ≤+2V, OUT = connected to 50Ωload, TA= -40°C to +85°C. Typical values
are at VCC = +3.0V, TA= +25°C, unless otherwise noted.) (Note 1)
AC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS
(MAX2750/MAX2751/MAX2752 EV kit, VCC = +2.7V to +5.5V, VTUNE = +0.4V to +2.4V, V SHDN ≤+2V, OUT = connected to 50Ωload,
TA= +25°C. Typical values are at VCC = +3.0V, unless otherwise noted.)
Stresses beyond those listed under “Absolute Maximum Ratings” may cause permanent damage to the device. These are stress ratings only, and functional
operation of the device at these or any other conditions beyond those indicated in the operational sections of the specifications is not implied. Exposure to
absolute maximum rating conditions for extended periods may affect device reliability.
VCC to GND..............................................................-0.3V to +6V
TUNE, SHDN, BYP, OUT to GND ...............-0.3V to (VCC + 0.3V)
Continuous Power Dissipation (TA= +70°C)
µMAX (derate 4.8mW/°C above TA= +70°C)...........387.8mW
Operating Temperature Range ...........................-40°C to +85°C
Junction Temperature......................................................+150°C
Storage Temperature Range .............................-65°C to +150°C
Lead Temperature (soldering, 10s) .................................+300°C
Soldering Temperature (reflow) .......................................+260°C
PARAMETER CONDITIONS MIN TYP MAX UNITS
Supply Voltage 2.7 5.5 V
TA = +25oC11.3 14.4
MAX2750 TA = -40oC to +85oC14.1 17.0
TA = +25oC9.7 12.1
MAX2751 TA = -40oC to +85oC12.7 15.9
TA = +25oC10 12.1
Supply Current
MAX2752 TA = -40oC to +85oC12.8 15.2
mA
Shutdown Supply Current 0.2 1 μA
SHDN Input Voltage Low 0.6 V
SHDN Input Voltage High 2.0 V
SHDN Input Current Low V SHDN ≤ 0.6V -2 2 μA
SHDN Input Current High V SHDN ≥ 2.0V -2 2 μA
TUNE Input Current 0.4 ≤ V TUNE ≤ 2.4V 0.02 nA
PARAMETER CONDITIONS MIN TYP MAX UNITS
MAX2750 2400 2500 MHz
MAX2751 2120 2260 MHz
Oscillator Guaranteed
Frequency Limits (Note1)
V TUNE = +0.4V to +2.4V,
TA = -40oC to +85oC
MAX2752 2025 2165 MHz
fOFFSET = 4MHz -125 dBc/Hz
Phase Noise Noise floor -151 dBm/Hz
fOSC = 2400MHz, +3V 140
MAX2750 fOSC = 2500MHz, +3V 90
fOSC = 2120MHz, +3V 175
MAX2751 fOSC = 2260MHz, +3V 110
fOSC = 2025MHz, +3V 170
Tuning Gain (Note 2)
MAX2752 fOSC = 2165MHz, +3V 105
MHz/V
Output Power -3 dBm
Return Loss 12 dB
Harmonics -30 dBc
MAX2750/MAX2751/MAX2752
2.4GHz Monolithic
Voltage-Controlled Oscillators
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Note 1: Specifications are production tested at TA= +25°C. Limits over temperature are guaranteed by design and characterization.
Note 2: Tuning gain is measured at the oscillator’s guaranteed frequency limits.
Note 3: Turn-on time to within 3dB of final output power
Note 4: Turn-off time to output power of -10dBm.
AC ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS (continued)
(MAX2750/MAX2751/MAX2752 EV kit, VCC = +2.7V to +5.5V, VTUNE = +0.4V to +2.4V, V SHDN ≤+2V, OUT = connected to 50Ωload,
TA= +25°C. Typical values are at VCC = +3.0V, unless otherwise noted.)
PARAMETER CONDITIONS MIN TYP MAX UNITS
Load Pulling VSWR = 2:1, all phases 4 MHzp-p
Supply Pushing VCC stepped: +3.3V to +2.8V 1.3 MHz/V
Oscillator Turn-On Time (Note 3) Exiting shutdown 8 μs
Oscillator Turn-Off Time (Note 4) Entering shutdown 5 μs
MAX2750/51/52 toc01
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8
10
9
13
14
12
11
15
SUPPLY CURRENT (mA)
-40 0 20-20 40 60 80
TEMPERATURE (°C)
MAX2750/MAX2751/MAX2752
SUPPLY CURRENT vs. TEMPERATURE
MAX2750
MAX2752
MAX2751
0
0.1
0.3
0.2
0.4
0.5
-40 0-20 20 40 60 80
MAX2750/51/52 toc02
TEMPERATURE (°C)
SHUTDOWN CURRENT (μA)
MAX2750/MAX2751/MAX2752
SHUTDOWN CURRENT vs. TEMPERATURE
MAX2750/51/52 toc03
0
0.2
0.4
0.8
0.6
1.0
TUNE INPUT CURRENT (nA)
-40 0 20-20 40 60 80
TEMPERATURE (°C)
MAX2750/MAX2751/MAX2752
TUNING CURRENT vs. TEMPERATURE
2200
2300
2400
2500
2600
0 1.00.5 1.5 2.0 2.5 3.0
MAX2750/51/52 toc04
VTUNE (V)
FREQUENCY (MHz)
MAX2750
VCO TUNING CURVE
TA = +85°C
TA = +25°C
TA = -40°C
1850
1950
2050
2150
2250
2350
0 0.5 1.0 1.5 2.0 2.5 3.0
MAX2750/51/52 toc05
VTUNE (V)
FREQUENCY (MHz)
MAX2751
VCO TUNING CURVE
TA = +85°C
TA = +25°C
TA = -40°C
1850
1950
2050
2150
2250
2350
0 0.5 1.0 1.5 2.0 2.5 3.0
MAX2750/51/52 toc06
VTUNE (V)
FREQUENCY (MHz)
MAX2752
VCO TUNING CURVE
TA = +85°C
TA = +25°C
TA = -40°C
Typical Operating Characteristics
(Circuit of Figure 1, VCC = +3.0V, VTUNE = +0.4V to +2.4V, VSHDN ≤2V, TA = +25°C, unless otherwise noted.)
MAX2750/MAX2751/MAX2752
2.4GHz Monolithic
Voltage-Controlled Oscillators
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Pin Description
0.1 1 10
PHASE NOISE
MAX2750/51/52 toc07
OFFSET FREQUENCY (MHz)
PHASE NOISE (dBc/Hz)
-150
-130
-140
-110
-120
-90
-100
-80
-60
-70
-50
MAX2750/51/52 toc08
TEMPERATURE (°C)
OUTPUT POWER (dBm)
-5
-4
-3
-2
-40 0-20 20 40 60 80
MAX2751
OUTPUT POWER vs. TEMPERATURE
MAX2750/51/52 toc09
ƒO3ƒO
OUTPUT POWER (dBm)
FREQUENCY
Δ = 48dBc
Δ MKR
-30.00dB Δ = 30dBc
NORMALIZED HARMONIC
OUTPUT SPECTRUM
2ƒO
Typical Operating Characteristics (continued)
(Circuit of Figure 1, VCC = +3.0V, VTUNE = +0.4V to +2.4V, VSHDN ≤2V, TA = +25°C, unless otherwise noted.)
-100
-80
-90
-60
-70
-40
-50
-30
-10
-20
0
0 4682 101214 1816 20
OSCILLATOR TURN-ON TIME
MAX2750/51/52 toc10
TIME (μs)
OUTPUT POWER (dBm)
8μs
-100
-80
-90
-60
-70
-40
-50
-30
-10
-20
0
0 46821012141816 20
OSCILLATOR TURN-OFF TIME
MAX2750/51/52 toc11
TIME (μs)
OUTPUT POWER (dBm)
4μs
PIN NAME FUNCTION
1 BYP VCO Bypass. Bypass with a 0.1µF capacitor to GND.
2 TUNE Oscillator Frequency Tuning Voltage Input. High-impedance input with a voltage input range of +0.4V
(low frequency) to +2.4V (high frequency).
3 GND Ground Connection for Oscillator and Biasing. Requires a low-inductance connection to the circuit
board ground plane.
4SHDN Shutdown Logic Input. A high-impedance input logic level low disables the device and reduces
supply current to less than 1.0µA. A logic level high enables the device.
5V
CC1 Bias and Oscillator DC Supply Voltage Connection. Bypass separately from PIN6 with a 220pF
capacitor to GND for low noise and low spurious content performance from the oscillator.
6V
CC2 Output Buffer DC Supply Voltage Connection. Bypass separately from PIN5 with a 220pF capacitor to
GND for best high frequency performance.
7 OUT Buffered Oscillator Output. Incorporates an internal DC blocking capacitor. OUT is internally matched
to 50Ω.
8 GND Ground Connection for Output Buffer. Requires a low-inductance connection to the circuit board
ground plane.
MAX2750/MAX2751/MAX2752
2.4GHz Monolithic
Voltage-Controlled Oscillators
Detailed Description
Oscillator
The MAX2750/MAX2751/MAX2752 VCOs are imple-
mented as an LC oscillator topology, integrating all of
the tank components on-chip. This fully monolithic
approach provides an extremely easy-to-use VCO,
equivalent to a VCO module. The frequency is con-
trolled by a voltage applied to the TUNE pin, which is
internally connected to the varactor. The VCO core
uses a differential topology to provide a stable frequen-
cy versus supply voltage and improve the immunity to
load variations. In addition, there is a buffer amplifier
following the oscillator core to provide added isolation
from load variations and to boost the output power.
Output Buffer
The oscillator signal from the core drives an output
buffer amplifier. The amplifier is internally matched to
50Ωincluding an on-chip DC blocking capacitor. No
external DC blocking capacitor is required, eliminating
the need for any external components. The output
amplifier has its own VCC and GND pins to minimize
load-pulling effects. The amplifier boosts the oscillator
signal to a level suitable for driving most RF mixers.
Applications Information
Tune Input
The tuning input is typically connected to the output of
the PLL loop filter. The loop filter provides an appropri-
ately low-impedance source. The input may incorporate
an extra RC filter stage to reduce high-frequency noise
and spurious signals. Any excess noise on the tuning
input is directly translated into FM noise, which can
degrade the phase-noise performance of the oscillator.
Therefore, it is important to minimize the noise intro-
duced on the tuning input. A simple RC filter with low
corner frequency is needed during testing in order to
filter the noise present on the voltage source driving the
tuning line.
Layout Issues
Always use controlled impedance lines (microstrip,
coplanar waveguide, etc.) for high-frequency signals.
Always place decoupling capacitors as close to the
VCC pins as possible; for long VCC lines, it may be nec-
essary to add additional decoupling capacitors located
further from the device. Always provide a low-induc-
tance path to ground, and keep GND vias as close to
the device as possible. Thermal reliefs on GND pads
are not recommended.
OSCILLATOR
CORE
BIAS
TUNE
LOOP FILTER
BYP
0.1μF
SHDN
GND
OUT
VCC1
VCC
VCC2
GND
SHDN
220pF
220pF
MAX2750
MAX2751
MAX2752
OUT TO MIXER/
SYNTHESIZER
FROM
SYNTHESIZER
Figure 1. Typical Application Circuit
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MAX2750/MAX2751/MAX2752
2.4GHz Monolithic
Voltage-Controlled Oscillators
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VCC2
VCC1
SHDN
1
2
8
7
GND
OUTTUNE
GND
BYP
μMAX
TOP VIEW
3
4
6
5
MAX2750
MAX2751
MAX2752
Pin Configuration Chip Information
PROCESS: BiPOLAR
Package Information
For the latest package outline information and land patterns
(footprints), go to www.maxim-ic.com/packages. Note that a
“+”, “#”, or “-” in the package code indicates RoHS status only.
Package drawings may show a different suffix character, but
the drawing pertains to the package regardless of RoHS status.
PACKAGE
TYPE
PACKAGE
CODE
OUTLINE
NO.
LAND
PATTERN NO.
8 µMAX U8+1 21-0036 90-0092
2.4GHz Monolithic
Voltage-Controlled Oscillators
MAX2750/MAX2751/MAX2752
Maxim cannot assume responsibility for use of any circuitry other than circuitry entirely embodied in a Maxim product. No circuit patent licenses are
implied. Maxim reserves the right to change the circuitry and specifications without notice at any time. The parametric values (min and max limits) shown in
the Electrical. Characteristics table are guaranteed. Other parametric values quoted in this data sheet are provided for guidance.
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Revision History
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NUMBER
REVISION
DATE DESCRIPTION PAGES
CHANGED
0 10/00 Initial release —
1 5/12
Added information for lead-free compliant options, added Absolute Maximum
Ratings information, updated TOC 11 1, 2, 4
