Overview
The HMC554LC3BTR is a general-purpose, double-balanced mixer designed and manufactured by Analog Devices Inc. This mixer is fabricated in a gallium arsenide (GaAs) metal semiconductor field effect transistor (MESFET) process and is housed in a leadless RoHS compliant surface-mount technology (SMT) package. It can be used as either an upconverter or downconverter, operating within the frequency range of 11 to 20 GHz. The device requires no external components or matching circuitry, making it highly integrated and convenient for various applications.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Min. | Typ. | Max. | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frequency Range, RF & LO | 11 | 12 - 16 | 20 | GHz |
| Frequency Range, IF | DC | - | 6 | GHz |
| Conversion Loss | 7 | 8 - 9 | 11 | dB |
| Noise Figure (SSB) | 7 | 8 - 9 | 11 | dB |
| LO to RF Isolation | 40 | 46 | 46 | dB |
| LO to IF Isolation | 34 | 40 | 40 | dB |
| RF to IF Isolation | 18 | 25 | 25 | dB |
| IP3 (Input) | 18 | 18 | - | dBm |
| IP2 (Input) | 45 | 48 | - | dBm |
| 1 dB Gain Compression (Input) | 11 | 11 | - | dBm |
Key Features
- Passive double-balanced topology ensuring high LO/RF and LO/IF isolation (up to 46 dB and 40 dB respectively).
- Low conversion loss of 7 dB, contributing to efficient signal processing.
- Wide IF bandwidth from DC to 6 GHz, allowing for versatile application in various frequency ranges.
- Robust 1,000V ESD protection, Class 1C, enhancing device reliability.
- Leadless RoHS compliant SMT package, compatible with high-volume surface-mount manufacturing techniques.
- No external components or matching circuitry required, simplifying the design and integration process.
Applications
- Point-to-Point Radios
- Point-to-Multi-Point Radios and VSAT (Very Small Aperture Terminal)
- Test Equipment and Sensors
- Military End-Use, including electronic warfare (EW) and electronic countermeasures (ECM).
Q & A
- What is the frequency range of the HMC554LC3BTR? The frequency range for RF and LO is 11 to 20 GHz, and for IF it is DC to 6 GHz.
- What is the typical conversion loss of the HMC554LC3BTR? The typical conversion loss is 7 dB.
- What kind of isolation does the HMC554LC3BTR provide? The HMC554LC3BTR provides high LO to RF isolation (up to 46 dB) and LO to IF isolation (up to 40 dB).
- What is the package type of the HMC554LC3BTR? The HMC554LC3BTR is housed in a leadless RoHS compliant SMT package.
- Does the HMC554LC3BTR require external components or matching circuitry? No, it does not require any external components or matching circuitry.
- What are the typical applications of the HMC554LC3BTR? Typical applications include point-to-point radios, point-to-multi-point radios, VSAT, test equipment, sensors, and military end-use.
- What is the ESD protection level of the HMC554LC3BTR? The HMC554LC3BTR has robust 1,000V ESD protection, Class 1C.
- What is the operating temperature range of the HMC554LC3BTR? The operating temperature range is -40°C to +85°C.
- What is the storage temperature range of the HMC554LC3BTR? The storage temperature range is -65°C to +150°C.
- What is the maximum junction temperature of the HMC554LC3BTR? The maximum junction temperature is 175°C.
