Overview
The AD831AP-REEL, produced by Analog Devices Inc., is a high-performance, low-distortion monolithic mixer designed for various RF and IF applications. This component is particularly suited for down-conversion in HF and VHF receivers, direct-to-baseband conversion, quadrature modulation and demodulation, and other high-frequency applications. The AD831 features a doubly balanced mixer architecture, which ensures high linearity and dynamic range, making it ideal for demanding RF/IF and RFID systems.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Conditions | Min | Typ | Max | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frequency Range | 500 | MHz | |||
| Gain | 0 | dB | |||
| Noise Figure | 10.3 | 14 | dB | ||
| Supply Voltage | Single Supply | 9 | 11 | V | |
| Dual Supply | ±4.5 | ±5.5 | V | ||
| Supply Current | 125 | mA | |||
| LO Drive | –10 | dBm | |||
| Third Order Intercept (IP3) | +24 | dBm | |||
| 1 dB Compression Point | +10 | dBm | |||
| Output Bandwidth | Single-Ended Voltage Output | 200 | MHz |
Key Features
- Doubly balanced mixer architecture for high linearity and dynamic range.
- Low distortion with a +24 dBm third order intercept point (IP3) and +10 dBm 1 dB compression point.
- Low LO drive required: –10 dBm.
- Single-ended voltage output and high port-to-port isolation.
- No insertion loss and user-programmable power consumption.
- Single- or dual-supply operation with supply voltages ranging from 4.5V to 5.5V (dual supply) or 9V to 11V (single supply).
- Compact 20-PLCC (9x9) package and surface mount type.
- RoHS3 compliant and packaged in tape and reel format.
Applications
- RF to IF downconversion in HF and VHF receivers.
- Second mixer in DMR base stations and cellular base stations.
- Direct-to-baseband conversion and quadrature modulation and demodulation.
- Image-reject mixers and I/Q modulators and demodulators.
- Suitable for wireless communication, radar, and other high-frequency applications.
Q & A
- What is the AD831AP-REEL used for?
The AD831AP-REEL is a high-performance RF mixer used for down-conversion applications in RF and IF systems, including HF and VHF receivers, cellular base stations, and other high-frequency applications.
- What is the frequency range of the AD831AP-REEL?
The frequency range of the AD831AP-REEL is up to 500 MHz.
- What is the noise figure of the AD831AP-REEL?
The noise figure of the AD831AP-REEL is typically 10.3 dB, with a maximum of 14 dB.
- What are the supply voltage options for the AD831AP-REEL?
The AD831AP-REEL can operate with either a single supply voltage from 9V to 11V or a dual supply voltage from ±4.5V to ±5.5V.
- What is the LO drive requirement for the AD831AP-REEL?
The AD831AP-REEL requires a low LO drive of –10 dBm.
- What is the third order intercept point (IP3) of the AD831AP-REEL?
The third order intercept point (IP3) of the AD831AP-REEL is +24 dBm.
- Is the AD831AP-REEL RoHS compliant?
- What is the package type of the AD831AP-REEL?
The AD831AP-REEL is packaged in a compact 20-PLCC (9x9) surface mount type.
- What are some common applications of the AD831AP-REEL?
- How is the AD831AP-REEL packaged?
The AD831AP-REEL is packaged in tape and reel format.
- Is the AD831AP-REEL currently in production?
