Overview
The HMC329ALC3B is a general-purpose, double balanced mixer produced by Analog Devices Inc. It is designed for use in a wide range of high-frequency applications, operating between 24 GHz and 32 GHz. This mixer is fabricated using a gallium arsenide (GaAs) monolithic microwave integrated circuit (MMIC) process, which ensures high performance and reliability. The device is packaged in a leadless, RoHS compliant, surface-mount technology (SMT) package, specifically a 12-terminal, 3 mm × 3 mm LCC package. This design eliminates the need for wire bonding and allows for surface-mount manufacturing techniques, enhancing ease of integration and reliability.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Rating/Value |
|---|---|
| Frequency Range | 24 GHz to 32 GHz |
| Conversion Loss (Downconverter) | 11 dB typical |
| LO to RF Isolation | 36.5 dB typical (24 GHz to 30 GHz) |
| Input IP3 (Downconverter) | 20 dBm typical |
| RF Input Power | 13 dBm |
| LO Input Power | 24 dBm |
| IF Input Power | 13 dBm |
| Maximum Junction Temperature | 175°C |
| Peak Reflow Temperature | 260°C |
| Package Type | 12-CLCC Exposed Pad Surface Mount |
| RoHS Status | ROHS3 Compliant |
Key Features
- Double balanced mixer design for excellent LO to RF and LO to IF suppression.
- No external components or matching circuitry required.
- Operates with LO amplitude above 9 dBm.
- High isolation: LO to RF isolation of 36.5 dB typical for 24 GHz to 30 GHz performance.
- Low conversion loss: 11 dB typical for downconverter operation.
- High input IP3: 20 dBm typical for downconverter operation.
- RoHS compliant, leadless SMT package for easy integration and reliability.
Applications
- Microwave and very small aperture terminal (VSAT) radios.
- Test equipment.
- Military electronic warfare (EW) and electronic countermeasure (ECM) systems.
- Command, control, communications, and intelligence (C3I) systems.
Q & A
- What is the frequency range of the HMC329ALC3B mixer?
The HMC329ALC3B operates between 24 GHz and 32 GHz.
- What type of package does the HMC329ALC3B use?
The HMC329ALC3B is packaged in a 12-terminal, 3 mm × 3 mm LCC (Leadless Chip Carrier) exposed pad surface mount package.
- Does the HMC329ALC3B require external components or matching circuitry?
No, the HMC329ALC3B does not require any external components or matching circuitry.
- What is the typical conversion loss for the HMC329ALC3B in downconverter operation?
The typical conversion loss for the HMC329ALC3B in downconverter operation is 11 dB.
- What is the LO to RF isolation for the HMC329ALC3B?
The LO to RF isolation for the HMC329ALC3B is typically 36.5 dB for the 24 GHz to 30 GHz frequency range.
- What is the input IP3 for the HMC329ALC3B in downconverter operation?
The input IP3 for the HMC329ALC3B in downconverter operation is typically 20 dBm.
- Is the HMC329ALC3B RoHS compliant?
- What are some of the typical applications for the HMC329ALC3B?
The HMC329ALC3B is used in microwave and VSAT radios, test equipment, military EW and ECM systems, and C3I systems.
- What is the maximum junction temperature for the HMC329ALC3B?
The maximum junction temperature for the HMC329ALC3B is 175°C.
- What is the peak reflow temperature for the HMC329ALC3B?
The peak reflow temperature for the HMC329ALC3B is 260°C.
