Overview
The HMC129ALC4 is a general-purpose, double-balanced monolithic microwave integrated circuit (MMIC) mixer produced by Analog Devices Inc. This component is housed in a leadless, Pb-free, RoHS compliant 24-terminal LCC package. It is designed for use as an upconverter or downconverter in the frequency range of 4 GHz to 8 GHz. The mixer is ideal for applications requiring small size, no DC bias, and consistent IC performance. It operates over a wide LO drive input range of 9 dBm to 18 dBm and performs equally well as a biphase modulator or demodulator.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Min | Typ | Max | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frequency Range, RF & LO | 4.0 | 8.0 | GHz | |
| Frequency Range, IF | DC | 3.0 | GHz | |
| Conversion Loss | 7 | 9 | dB | |
| Noise Figure (SSB) | 7 | 9 | dB | |
| LO to RF Isolation | 30 | 40 | dB | |
| LO to IF Isolation | 32 | 40 | dB | |
| Input IP3 | 17 | dBm | ||
| Input IP2 | 50 | dBm | ||
| Input 1 dB Compression Point (IP1dB) | 10 | dBm | ||
| RF Input Power | 25 | dBm | ||
| LO Input Power | 27 | dBm | ||
| Operating Temperature | -40 | 85 | °C |
Key Features
- General-purpose, double-balanced MMIC mixer for use as an upconverter or downconverter in the 4 GHz to 8 GHz band.
- No DC bias required, ensuring consistent IC performance.
- Wide LO drive input range of 9 dBm to 18 dBm.
- High isolation: LO to RF isolation of 30 dB to 40 dB, and LO to IF isolation of 32 dB to 40 dB.
- High input IP3 of 17 dBm and input IP2 of 50 dBm.
- Leadless, Pb-free, RoHS compliant 24-terminal LCC package.
- Eliminates the need for wire bonding, allowing use of surface-mount manufacturing techniques.
Applications
- Microwave and very small aperture terminal (VSAT) radios.
- Test equipment.
- Military electronic warfare (EW), electronic countermeasure (ECM), and command, control, communications, and intelligence (C3I) systems.
Q & A
- What is the frequency range of the HMC129ALC4?
The HMC129ALC4 operates in the frequency range of 4 GHz to 8 GHz for RF and LO, and from DC to 3 GHz for IF.
- What type of package does the HMC129ALC4 come in?
The HMC129ALC4 is housed in a leadless, Pb-free, RoHS compliant 24-terminal LCC package.
- Does the HMC129ALC4 require DC bias?
No, the HMC129ALC4 does not require any DC bias.
- What is the typical conversion loss of the HMC129ALC4?
The typical conversion loss is 7 dB to 9 dB.
- What are the isolation levels for LO to RF and LO to IF?
The LO to RF isolation is 30 dB to 40 dB, and the LO to IF isolation is 32 dB to 40 dB.
- What is the input IP3 of the HMC129ALC4?
The input IP3 is 17 dBm.
- What are the operating temperature ranges for the HMC129ALC4?
The operating temperature range is from -40°C to 85°C.
- What are some typical applications of the HMC129ALC4?
Typical applications include microwave and VSAT radios, test equipment, and military EW, ECM, and C3I systems.
- Does the HMC129ALC4 require any external components for operation?
No, the HMC129ALC4 is a passive device and does not require any external components for operation. However, an external series capacitor may be recommended for certain IF operations.
- What is the maximum RF input power for the HMC129ALC4?
The maximum RF input power is 25 dBm.
