Overview
The HMC558LC3BTR is a general-purpose double-balanced mixer produced by Analog Devices Inc. This component is designed for use as an upconverter or downconverter in the frequency range of 5.5 GHz to 14 GHz. Fabricated in a gallium arsenide (GaAs) metal semiconductor field effect transistor (MESFET) process, it offers excellent isolation and performance characteristics. The mixer is packaged in a 12-lead ceramic leadless chip carrier (LCC) surface mount technology (SMT) package, which is RoHS compliant and compatible with high-volume surface mount manufacturing techniques.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Min. | Typ. | Max. | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frequency Range, RF & LO | 5.5 - 10.0 | 10.0 - 14.0 | GHz | |
| Frequency Range, IF | DC - 6 | DC - 6 | GHz | |
| Conversion Loss | 7 | 8.5 | 10 | dB |
| Noise Figure (SSB) | 7 | 9.5 | 10 | dB |
| LO to RF Isolation | 35 | 45 | 36 | dB |
| LO to IF Isolation | 20 | 25 | 25 | dB |
| RF to IF Isolation | 8 | 14 | 16 | dB |
| Input Third-Order Intercept (IIP3) | 20 | 24 | dBm | |
| Input Second-Order Intercept (IIP2) | 54 | 46 | dBm | |
| Operating Temperature | -40 | 85 | °C | |
| Storage Temperature | -65 | 150 | °C | |
| Package Type | 12-lead ceramic LCC |
Key Features
- Passive Double-Balanced Topology: Provides excellent LO to RF and LO to IF isolation due to optimized balun structures.
- Low Conversion Loss: Typical conversion loss of 7 dB to 10 dB across the frequency range.
- Wide IF Bandwidth: Supports IF frequencies from DC to 6 GHz.
- High LO Drive Level Flexibility: Operates with LO drive levels as low as +9 dBm.
- RoHS Compliant: Leadless SMT package compatible with high-volume surface mount manufacturing techniques.
- No External Components Required: No need for external matching circuitry.
- High Input Third-Order Intercept (IIP3): Typical IIP3 of 20 dBm to 24 dBm.
Applications
- Point-to-Point Radios: Ideal for microwave radio systems.
- Point-to-Multi-Point Radios: Suitable for multi-point communication systems.
- Test Equipment & Sensors: Used in automatic test equipment (ATE) and various sensors.
- Military End-Use: Applicable in military communication and radar systems.
Q & A
- What is the frequency range of the HMC558LC3BTR?
The HMC558LC3BTR operates in the frequency range of 5.5 GHz to 14 GHz for both RF and LO, and DC to 6 GHz for IF.
- What is the typical conversion loss of the HMC558LC3BTR?
The typical conversion loss is 7 dB to 10 dB across the specified frequency range.
- What is the LO drive level requirement for the HMC558LC3BTR?
The HMC558LC3BTR operates with LO drive levels as low as +9 dBm.
- Is the HMC558LC3BTR RoHS compliant?
Yes, the HMC558LC3BTR is RoHS compliant and leadless, making it suitable for high-volume surface mount manufacturing.
- What is the typical noise figure of the HMC558LC3BTR?
The typical noise figure is 7 dB to 10 dB (SSB).
- What are the typical isolation values for the HMC558LC3BTR?
The typical LO to RF isolation is 35 dB to 45 dB, LO to IF isolation is 20 dB to 25 dB, and RF to IF isolation is 8 dB to 16 dB.
- What is the operating temperature range of the HMC558LC3BTR?
The operating temperature range is -40°C to 85°C.
- What is the storage temperature range of the HMC558LC3BTR?
The storage temperature range is -65°C to 150°C).
- What is the package type of the HMC558LC3BTR?
The HMC558LC3BTR is packaged in a 12-lead ceramic leadless chip carrier (LCC) SMT package).
- Does the HMC558LC3BTR require external matching circuitry?
No, the HMC558LC3BTR does not require external matching circuitry).
- What are the typical input intercept points for the HMC558LC3BTR?
The typical input third-order intercept (IIP3) is 20 dBm to 24 dBm, and the typical input second-order intercept (IIP2) is 54 dBm to 46 dBm).
