Overview
The HMC773ALC3BTR is a general-purpose, double-balanced mixer produced by Analog Devices Inc. This component is designed to operate as either an upconverter or a downconverter within the frequency range of 6 GHz to 26 GHz. It is packaged in a leadless, RoHS compliant 12-terminal ceramic LCC package, making it suitable for high-volume, surface-mount manufacturing techniques. The mixer requires no external components or matching circuitry, simplifying its integration into various RF and microwave systems.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Symbol | Min | Typ | Max | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frequency Range - Radio Frequency | RF | 6 | - | 26 | GHz |
| Frequency Range - Local Oscillator | LO | 6 | - | 26 | GHz |
| Frequency Range - Intermediate Frequency | IF | dc | - | 8 | GHz |
| Conversion Loss | - | 9 | - | 14 | dB |
| Noise Figure | - | 10 | - | 12 | dB |
| Isolation - LO to RF | - | 33 | - | 37 | dB |
| Isolation - LO to IF | - | 32 | - | 37 | dB |
| Isolation - RF to IF | - | 15 | - | 20 | dB |
| Input Third-Order Intercept (IP3) | - | 16 | - | 20 | dBm |
| Input Second-Order Intercept (IP2) | - | 50 | - | - | dBm |
| Input Power for 1 dB Compression (P1dB) | - | 10 | - | - | dBm |
| Return Loss - RF Port | - | 10 | - | - | dB |
| Return Loss - LO Port | - | 12 | - | - | dB |
| Package Type | - | - | - | 12-CLCC Exposed Pad | - |
| Peak Reflow Temperature | - | - | - | 260 | °C |
Key Features
- No external components or matching circuitry required.
- Passive operation with no dc bias needed.
- High isolation between LO, RF, and IF ports.
- Wide frequency range: 6 GHz to 26 GHz.
- Low conversion loss: 9 dB typical.
- High input third-order intercept (IP3): 16 dBm to 20 dBm.
- High input second-order intercept (IP2): 50 dBm.
- Leadless, RoHS compliant 12-terminal ceramic LCC package.
- Suitable for high-volume, surface-mount manufacturing techniques.
Applications
- Point to point radios.
- Point to multipoint radios and very small aperture terminals (VSATs).
- Test equipment and sensors.
- Military end use.
Q & A
- What is the frequency range of the HMC773ALC3BTR?
The HMC773ALC3BTR operates within the frequency range of 6 GHz to 26 GHz.
- What type of package does the HMC773ALC3BTR come in?
The component is packaged in a leadless, RoHS compliant 12-terminal ceramic LCC package.
- Does the HMC773ALC3BTR require external components or matching circuitry?
No, the HMC773ALC3BTR does not require external components or matching circuitry.
- What is the typical conversion loss of the HMC773ALC3BTR?
The typical conversion loss is 9 dB.
- What is the isolation between the LO, RF, and IF ports?
The isolation between the LO to RF, LO to IF, and RF to IF ports is 33 dB to 37 dB, 32 dB to 37 dB, and 15 dB to 20 dB respectively.
- What is the input third-order intercept (IP3) of the HMC773ALC3BTR?
The input third-order intercept (IP3) is typically between 16 dBm and 20 dBm.
- What is the input second-order intercept (IP2) of the HMC773ALC3BTR?
The input second-order intercept (IP2) is typically 50 dBm.
- What is the peak reflow temperature for the HMC773ALC3BTR?
The peak reflow temperature is 260°C.
- What are the common applications of the HMC773ALC3BTR?
Common applications include point to point radios, point to multipoint radios and VSATs, test equipment and sensors, and military end use.
- Is the HMC773ALC3BTR RoHS compliant?
