Overview
The HMC171C8TR is a miniature double-balanced mixer produced by Analog Devices Inc., formerly Hittite Microwave Corporation. This component is housed in a non-hermetic ceramic surface mount package and is designed for use as an upconverter, downconverter, or biphase modulator. It is a passive diode/balun type mixer, known for its high dynamic range and the ability to handle larger signal levels compared to most active mixers.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Min. | Typ. | Max. | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frequency Range, RF & LO | 7.0 | - | 10.0 | GHz |
| Frequency Range, IF | DC | - | 2 | GHz |
| Conversion Loss | 9 | 10 | - | dB |
| Noise Figure (SSB) | 9 | 10 | - | dB |
| LO to RF Isolation | 28 | 32 | - | dB |
| LO to IF Isolation | 21 | 26 | - | dB |
| IP3 (Input) | 12 | 16 | - | dBm |
| IP2 (Input) | 55 | 62 | - | dBm |
| 1 dB Gain Compression (Input) | 7 | 10 | - | dBm |
| RF / IF Input | - | - | +13 | dBm |
| LO Drive | - | - | +27 | dBm |
| Storage Temperature | -65 | - | +150 | °C |
| Operating Temperature | -55 | - | +85 | °C |
Key Features
- Miniature double-balanced mixer in a non-hermetic ceramic surface mount package.
- No DC bias required.
- High dynamic range and ability to handle larger signal levels.
- High LO/RF and LO/IF isolations due to MMIC implementation.
- Unit-to-unit consistency.
- Small size and surface mount compatibility.
Applications
- Microwave Point-to-Point Radios.
- 5.8 GHz ISM Band Circuits.
- Circuits where small size and surface mount compatibility are crucial.
Q & A
- What is the frequency range of the HMC171C8TR? The frequency range for RF and LO is 7.0 GHz to 10.0 GHz, and for IF it is DC to 2 GHz.
- What is the conversion loss of the HMC171C8TR? The conversion loss is typically 10 dB.
- Does the HMC171C8TR require DC bias? No, the HMC171C8TR does not require DC bias.
- What are the typical applications of the HMC171C8TR? Typical applications include microwave point-to-point radios and 5.8 GHz ISM band circuits.
- What is the LO to RF isolation of the HMC171C8TR? The LO to RF isolation is typically 32 dB.
- What is the operating temperature range of the HMC171C8TR? The operating temperature range is -55°C to +85°C.
- What is the storage temperature range of the HMC171C8TR? The storage temperature range is -65°C to +150°C.
- What is the maximum RF/IF input power for the HMC171C8TR? The maximum RF/IF input power is +13 dBm.
- What is the maximum LO drive power for the HMC171C8TR? The maximum LO drive power is +27 dBm.
- Why is the HMC171C8TR preferred in certain applications? It is preferred due to its small size, surface mount compatibility, and high dynamic range.
