Overview
The HMC1048LC3B is a general-purpose double-balanced mixer designed and manufactured by Analog Devices Inc. This component is particularly suited for use as a downconverter in various high-frequency applications. It operates over a wide frequency range, with the RF port spanning from 2 to 18 GHz and the IF port from DC to 4 GHz. The mixer is built using GaAs MMIC technology and is packaged in a 12-lead ceramic 3 x 3 mm SMT package, facilitating surface mount manufacturing techniques without the need for wire bonding.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Min. | Typ. | Max. | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frequency Range, RF | 2 | - | 18 | GHz |
| Frequency Range, LO | 2 | - | 18 | GHz |
| Frequency Range, IF | DC | - | 4 | GHz |
| Conversion Loss | 9 | 12 | 13 | dB |
| LO to RF Isolation | 28 | 38 | 35 | dB |
| LO to IF Isolation | 15 | 20 | 28 | dB |
| RF to IF Isolation | 6 | 12 | 12 | dB |
| Input IP3 | 20 | 23 | - | dBm |
| 1 dB Gain Compression (Input) | 10 | 13 | - | dBm |
| LO Drive Levels | +9 | - | +17 | dBm |
| Operating Temperature | -55 | - | +85 | °C |
| Storage Temperature | -65 | - | +150 | °C |
Key Features
- No external components or matching circuitry required.
- High input IP3 of 23 dBm.
- Excellent LO/RF, LO/IF, and RF/IF isolation.
- Operates with LO drive levels from +9 dBm to +17 dBm.
- Surface mount package (12-lead ceramic 3 x 3 mm SMT).
- No DC bias required.
- RoHS compliant.
Applications
- Ka-band Transponders.
- Point-to-Multi-Point Radios and VSAT.
- Test Equipment and Sensors.
- Military End-Use.
Q & A
- What is the frequency range of the RF port for the HMC1048LC3B?
The RF port operates from 2 to 18 GHz.
- What is the frequency range of the IF port for the HMC1048LC3B?
The IF port operates from DC to 4 GHz.
- What is the typical conversion loss of the HMC1048LC3B?
The typical conversion loss is 12 dB.
- What are the LO drive levels for the HMC1048LC3B?
The LO drive levels range from +9 dBm to +17 dBm.
- Does the HMC1048LC3B require any external components or matching circuitry?
No, it does not require any external components or matching circuitry.
- What is the input IP3 of the HMC1048LC3B?
The input IP3 is 23 dBm.
- What are the typical LO/RF, LO/IF, and RF/IF isolations for the HMC1048LC3B?
The typical isolations are 38 dB for LO/RF, 20 dB for LO/IF, and 12 dB for RF/IF.
- What is the operating temperature range for the HMC1048LC3B?
The operating temperature range is from -55°C to +85°C.
- Is the HMC1048LC3B RoHS compliant?
- What type of package does the HMC1048LC3B use?
