Overview
The HMC525LC4TR is a compact gallium arsenide (GaAs) monolithic microwave integrated circuit (MMIC) I/Q mixer produced by Analog Devices Inc. This component is designed for use in various RF and wireless applications, including image reject mixers and single sideband (SSB) upconverters. It is packaged in a 24-terminal, RoHS compliant, ceramic leadless chip carrier (LCC) package, measuring 4 mm x 4 mm. The device is notable for its high performance and compact size, making it an ideal choice for applications requiring efficient signal processing.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Min. | Typ. | Max. | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frequency Range, RF/LO | 4.0 | 5.5 - 7.5 | 8.5 | GHz |
| Frequency Range, IF | DC | - | 3.5 | GHz |
| Conversion Loss (As IRM) | 7.5 | 11 | 9.5 | dB |
| Image Rejection | 30 | 35 | 40 | dB |
| 1 dB Compression (Input) | +14 | +15 | - | dBm |
| LO to RF Isolation | 40 | 45 | 50 | dB |
| LO to IF Isolation | 17 | 20 | - | dB |
| IP3 (Input) | +23 | +23 | - | dBm |
| Amplitude Balance | 0.3 | 0.2 | - | dB |
| Phase Balance | 8 | 4 | - | Deg |
| Package Type | - | - | - | 24-TFQFN Exposed Pad |
| Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL) | - | - | - | 3 (168 Hours) |
| Lead Free Status / RoHS Status | - | - | - | Lead free / RoHS Compliant |
Key Features
- No DC bias required, making it a passive component.
- High image rejection up to 40 dB.
- High LO to RF isolation up to 50 dB.
- Wide IF frequency range from DC to 3.5 GHz.
- High input IP3 of +23 dBm.
- Compact 24-terminal, RoHS compliant, ceramic leadless chip carrier (LCC) package.
- Utilizes two standard double balanced mixer cells and a 90 degree hybrid fabricated in a GaAs MESFET process.
Applications
- Point-to-Point and Point-to-Multi-Point Radio systems.
- Very Small Aperture Terminal (VSAT) radios.
- Test equipment for microwave and RF applications.
- Military electronic warfare, electronic countermeasures, and command, control, communications, and intelligence (C3I) systems.
Q & A
- What is the frequency range of the HMC525LC4TR?
The frequency range of the HMC525LC4TR is from 4.0 GHz to 8.5 GHz for RF/LO and from DC to 3.5 GHz for IF.
- What is the typical conversion loss of the HMC525LC4TR?
The typical conversion loss of the HMC525LC4TR is 11 dB.
- What is the image rejection capability of the HMC525LC4TR?
The HMC525LC4TR has an image rejection capability of up to 40 dB.
- What is the LO to RF isolation of the HMC525LC4TR?
The LO to RF isolation of the HMC525LC4TR is up to 50 dB.
- Does the HMC525LC4TR require DC bias?
No, the HMC525LC4TR does not require DC bias as it is a passive component.
- What is the package type of the HMC525LC4TR?
The HMC525LC4TR is packaged in a 24-terminal, RoHS compliant, ceramic leadless chip carrier (LCC) package.
- What are the typical applications of the HMC525LC4TR?
The HMC525LC4TR is typically used in point-to-point and point-to-multi-point radio systems, VSAT radios, test equipment, and military electronic warfare systems.[
- What is the moisture sensitivity level (MSL) of the HMC525LC4TR?
The moisture sensitivity level (MSL) of the HMC525LC4TR is 3 (168 hours).
- Is the HMC525LC4TR RoHS compliant?
- What is the input IP3 of the HMC525LC4TR?
- How does the HMC525LC4TR achieve its high performance?
