Overview
The HMC521LC4TR-R5 is a compact, gallium arsenide (GaAs) monolithic microwave integrated circuit (MMIC) in-phase quadrature (I/Q) mixer produced by Analog Devices Inc. This device is designed to operate within the frequency range of 8.5 GHz to 13.5 GHz and is packaged in a RoHS compliant, 24-terminal ceramic leadless chip carrier (LCC) package. It can be used as either an image reject mixer or a single sideband upconverter, making it versatile for various high-frequency applications.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Min | Typ | Max | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frequency Range, RF/LO | 8.5 | - | 13.5 | GHz |
| Frequency Range, IF | DC | - | 3.5 | GHz |
| Conversion Loss (As IRM) | 8 | 9 | 9.5 | dB |
| Image Rejection | 20 | 27.5 | 38 | dBc |
| LO to RF Isolation | 35 | 39 | 55 | dB |
| Input Third-Order Intercept (IP3) | - | 16 | - | dBm |
| 1 dB Compression Point (Input) | - | 7.5 | - | dBm |
| Amplitude Balance | - | 0.1 | - | dB |
| Phase Balance | - | 3.6 | - | Degrees |
| Operating Temperature Range | -40 | - | 85 | °C |
| Storage Temperature Range | -65 | - | 150 | °C |
Key Features
- Compact GaAs MMIC I/Q mixer in a 24-terminal LCC package
- Operates as either an image reject mixer or a single sideband upconverter
- Frequency range: 8.5 GHz to 13.5 GHz for RF/LO, DC to 3.5 GHz for IF
- High image rejection: up to 38 dB
- High LO to RF isolation: up to 55 dB
- High input IP3: up to 16 dBm
- Wide IF bandwidth: DC to 3.5 GHz
- RoHS compliant and lead-free
- Low amplitude and phase imbalance
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)
- Point-to-Point and Point-to-Multi-Point Radio
- Military Radar
Q & A
- What is the frequency range of the HMC521LC4TR-R5?
The frequency range for RF/LO is 8.5 GHz to 13.5 GHz, and for IF, it is DC to 3.5 GHz.
- What are the typical applications of the HMC521LC4TR-R5?
Typical applications include microwave and VSAT radios, test equipment, military EW and ECM, and point-to-point and point-to-multi-point radio systems.
- What is the image rejection capability of the HMC521LC4TR-R5?
The image rejection is typically up to 27.5 dBc, with a maximum of 38 dBc.
- What is the LO to RF isolation of the HMC521LC4TR-R5?
The LO to RF isolation is typically 39 dB, with a maximum of 55 dB.
- What is the input IP3 of the HMC521LC4TR-R5?
The input IP3 is typically 16 dBm.
- What is the operating temperature range of the HMC521LC4TR-R5?
The operating temperature range is -40°C to +85°C.
- Is the HMC521LC4TR-R5 RoHS compliant?
Yes, the HMC521LC4TR-R5 is RoHS compliant and lead-free.
- What is the package type of the HMC521LC4TR-R5?
The device is packaged in a 24-terminal ceramic leadless chip carrier (LCC) package.
- What are the amplitude and phase balance specifications of the HMC521LC4TR-R5?
The amplitude balance is typically 0.1 dB, and the phase balance is typically 3.6 degrees.
- What is the maximum RF input power for the HMC521LC4TR-R5?
The maximum RF input power is 20 dBm.
