Overview
The HMC292ALC3BTR-R5 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 LCC package. It is designed to operate as either an upconverter or downconverter within the frequency range of 14 GHz to 30 GHz. The mixer is ideal for applications requiring small size, no DC bias, and consistent IC performance.
The HMC292ALC3BTR-R5 eliminates the need for wire bonding, allowing the use of surface-mount manufacturing techniques. It operates over a wide local oscillator (LO) drive level of 9 dBm to 15 dBm and performs well as a biphase modulator or demodulator.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Min. | Typ. | Max. | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frequency Range, RF & LO | 16 | - | 30 | GHz |
| Frequency Range, IF | DC | - | 8 | GHz |
| Conversion Loss | 8 | 11 | 12.5 | dB |
| Noise Figure (SSB) | 10.5 | - | - | dB |
| Input Third Order Intercept (IP3) | 15 | - | - | dBm |
| Input 1 dB Compression Point (P1dB) | 12 | - | - | dBm |
| Input Second Order Intercept (IP2) | 50 | - | - | dBm |
| LO to RF Isolation | 34 | 40 | - | dB |
| LO to IF Isolation | 24 | 32 | - | dB |
| RF to IF Isolation | 14 | 25 | - | dB |
| Operating Temperature Range | -40 | - | 85 | °C |
| Storage Temperature Range | -65 | - | 150 | °C |
| Maximum Junction Temperature | - | - | 175 | °C |
Key Features
- No DC bias required, making it suitable for applications needing consistent IC performance without power consumption.
- Operates over a wide local oscillator (LO) drive level of 9 dBm to 15 dBm.
- Excellent LO to RF and LO to IF suppression due to optimized balun structures.
- Robust 1000V ESD protection, Class 1C.
- 12-lead ceramic 3x3 mm SMT package, facilitating surface-mount manufacturing techniques.
- Wide IF bandwidth from DC to 8 GHz.
Applications
- Microwave and very small aperture terminal (VSAT) radios.
- Test equipment.
- Point-to-point radios.
- Military electronic warfare (EW), electronic countermeasure (ECM), and command, control, communications, and intelligence (C3I).
- Point-to-multi-point radios and sensors.
Q & A
- What is the frequency range of the HMC292ALC3BTR-R5?
The HMC292ALC3BTR-R5 operates within the frequency range of 14 GHz to 30 GHz.
- What type of package does the HMC292ALC3BTR-R5 use?
The component is housed in a leadless, Pb-free, RoHS-compliant LCC package.
- Does the HMC292ALC3BTR-R5 require DC bias?
No, the HMC292ALC3BTR-R5 does not require DC bias.
- What is the typical conversion loss of the HMC292ALC3BTR-R5?
The typical conversion loss is around 11 dB.
- What is the noise figure (SSB) of the HMC292ALC3BTR-R5?
The noise figure (SSB) is approximately 10.5 dB.
- What are the typical LO to RF and LO to IF isolations?
The typical LO to RF isolation is 40 dB, and the typical LO to IF isolation is 32 dB.
- What is the operating temperature range of the HMC292ALC3BTR-R5?
The operating temperature range is from -40°C to +85°C.
- What is the maximum junction temperature for the HMC292ALC3BTR-R5?
The maximum junction temperature is 175°C.
- What are some common applications of the HMC292ALC3BTR-R5?
Common applications include microwave and VSAT radios, test equipment, point-to-point radios, and military electronic warfare.
- Does the HMC292ALC3BTR-R5 have ESD protection?
