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ADI AD8364-EVALZ Evaluation Board For 5V 100mA AD8364 TruPwr Power Detector

Shenzhen Mingjiada Electronics Co., Ltd., as a professional electronic component supplier, stocks the AD8364-EVALZ evaluation board. This is a fully functional evaluation board specifically designed for the ADI AD8364 TruPwr™ power detector, suitable for various RF power measurement and control applications.

【AD8364-EVALZ Overview】

The AD8364-EVALZ is a fully configured four-layer FR4 substrate evaluation board specifically designed for evaluating and developing the AD8364 TruPwr RF power detector. This AD8364-EVALZ evaluation board provides engineers with a complete test platform to rapidly assess the performance of the AD8364 chip, thereby shortening product development cycles.

As a high-performance RF power detection evaluation board, the AD8364-EVALZ incorporates all necessary peripheral circuits and interfaces. Users need only supply a 5V/100mA power supply to commence operation. The board employs standard SMA connectors for RF inputs, facilitating connection to test equipment. It serves as an ideal development tool for applications including wireless communication infrastructure and RF instrumentation.

【AD8364-EVALZ Key Features and Hardware Configuration】

Electrical Characteristics and Performance Parameters of the AD8364-EVALZ Evaluation Board

Operating Frequency Range: Low frequency to 2.7GHz

Input Dynamic Range: -55dBm to +5dBm (60dB typical)

Accuracy: ±0.5dB

Power Requirements: Single 5V supply, typical power consumption 70mA

Output Characteristics: Provides two independent channels of root mean square (RMS) output voltage and differential output between the two channels

Hardware Interfaces and Layout

The AD8364-EVALZ evaluation board features a well-designed layout incorporating extensive hardware interfaces:

Power Connections: 5V power supply via jumper terminals labelled VPS and COMM1

RF Inputs: Two board-edge mounted SMA RF connectors supporting RF signal inputs up to 2.7GHz

Output Signals: Accessible via OUTA, OUTB, OUTN, OUTP, and TEMP jumper terminals

Expansion Interfaces: On-board 6-pin and 26-pin headers (unpopulated at factory) provide access to power, ground, temperature control nodes, and output signal pins

The AD8364-EVALZ evaluation board's four-layer FR4 substrate design ensures excellent signal integrity and power integrity, critical for high-precision RF measurements. The board weighs 272.800 grams per unit and features a robust physical construction.

【AD8364 Chip Technical Advantages】

The AD8364 is a true RMS response dual-channel RF power measurement subsystem for precise signal power measurement and control. This device features the following technical characteristics:

Wide Frequency Range: Supports operating frequencies from low frequencies up to 2.7GHz

High Dynamic Range: Delivers 60dB input dynamic range (-55dBm to +5dBm)

Exceptional Accuracy: Law consistency error of ±0.5dB

Temperature Stability: Linear dB adjustment output response remains stable across temperatures

Waveform Independence: Accurately measures diverse complex modulated signals including GSM, CDMA, W-CDMA, and QAM

【AD8364-EVALZ Application Domains】

Wireless Communication Infrastructure

In linearisation/control of wireless base station power amplifiers, the AD8364-EVALZ precisely monitors transmit power and supplies feedback signals for automatic gain control (AGC) loops. This is critical for maintaining the stability and efficiency of wireless communication systems.

Antenna System Monitoring

By monitoring antenna VSWR (voltage standing wave ratio), mismatches in antenna systems can be promptly detected, preventing equipment damage and optimising transmission efficiency. The dual-channel design of the AD8364-EVALZ makes it particularly well-suited for such comparative measurements.

General-Purpose RF Measurement

As a gain and power control and measurement tool, the AD8364-EVALZ can be employed in various RF instruments and test systems. Its high precision and wide dynamic range enable adaptation to multiple measurement scenarios.

Transmitter Systems

The AD8364-EVALZ functions as a Transmitter Signal Strength Indicator (TSSI), directly measuring transmitter output power to provide critical parameters for system monitoring and control.

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