ADF4360-5BCPZ

The ADF4360-5BCPZ is Analog Devices’ RF PLL frequency synthesizer in the ADF4360 family. It is a programmable phase-locked loop that generates RF carrier frequencies by locking a reference to a feedback divider via fractional-N synthesis. The device is SPI‑controlled and provides the PLL core: reference divider, N divider, fractional/M divider, and a charge pump/phase detector. Fractional-N operation enables fine frequency steps with reduced spurious content, suitable for wireless transceivers, radar, and test/measurement gear. The “-5” variant denotes a specific divider/prescaler option within the family; “BCPZ” indicates the RoHS-compliant packaging code. Typical supply is around 3.3 V and it is offered in a 28‑pin LFCSP (or similar) package. For exact electrical specs, pinout, and application circuits, refer to the official datasheet and Analog Devices resources.

Here are the key features of the ADF4360-5BCPZ (Analog Devices):
- Fully integrated fractional-N PLL synthesizer with an internal VCO
- Dual-modulus prescaler and programmable feedback/divider topology
- Programmable modulus (MOD) and fractional numerator (NUM) for fractional-N operation
- SPI-compatible serial interface for programming and status readback
- External loop filter required (typical LC/RF loop filter design)
- Programmable reference divider and flexible reference input options
- On-chip charge pump with selectable current; power-down and enable controls
- Lock detect, output enable, and status flags for robust operation
- Suitable for GHz-range RF synthesis (frequency reachable depends on VCO range)
- RoHS-compliant 8-pin LFCSP package (BCPZ suffix)
Note: Always consult the latest datasheet for exact electrical specs, recommended external components, and layout guidelines.

Pin count: 20 pins (ADF4360-5BCPZ = 20-lead LFCSP package).
Function (concise): The ADF4360-5 is a single-chip integer-N PLL frequency synthesizer with an integrated VCO. It provides a programmable RF output (wideband VCO output), a Vtune pin for the loop filter, reference input and on‑chip reference divider, SPI serial-control pins (data, clock, latch), charge-pump/phase‑detector circuitry, power supply and ground pins. It’s used as a compact programmable local oscillator/RF synthesizer in communications and test equipment.

Manufacturer: Analog Devices, Inc. (ADI).
What kind of company: Analog Devices is an American multinational semiconductor company that designs and manufactures analog, mixed-signal and digital signal processing integrated circuits — including data converters, amplifiers, RF/IF components and RF synthesizers like the ADF4360 — serving industrial, communications, automotive and consumer markets.

ADF4360-5BCPZ is a wideband PLL frequency synthesizer with an integrated VCO. Typical applications:
- Local oscillator generation for RF transceivers (base stations, handhelds)
- Wireless front-ends (cellular, Wi‑Fi, point-to-point links)
- RF/microwave test equipment as a programmable RF source
- Radar, avionics and military communications systems
- Satellite receiver front-ends and link systems
- LO generation for up/down conversion in RF/microwave systems
- Lab instrumentation and PLL-based signal generation
Note: operates over broad RF ranges and used wherever programmable, low-noise frequency synthesis is required.

The ADF4360-5BCPZ is supplied in a 32‑lead LFCSP (lead‑frame chip‑scale package), 5 mm × 5 mm, Pb‑free.