HMC508 Fo/2 Disable

Question

Hi 
 Possible to disable or shut down the Fo/2 RF path? This is because I am not using the path and would like to reduce the current. 
 If yes, what is the possible way? 
 thank you.

kieranb · Accepted Answer

Hi, 
 No, unfortunately there is no way to power down the HMC508 divider. What frequency do you need to operate at? 
 There may be a more suitable VCO with similar operating range that does not have an RFOut/2 divider. Such as HMC506 which has a frequency range of 7.8 - 8.7 GHz. Typical operating current is 77mA. 
 Regards, 
 Kieran

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