Overview
The HMC773ALC3BTR-R5, produced by Analog Devices Inc., is a general-purpose, double-balanced mixer designed for use in RF and microwave applications. This device is fabricated using GaAs MMIC (Monolithic Microwave Integrated Circuit) technology and is available in a leadless, RoHS-compliant LCC (Leadless Chip Carrier) package. It can be utilized as either an upconverter or a downconverter, making it versatile for various communication and signal processing systems.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Symbol | Min | Typ | Max | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Frequency Range | RF | 6 | - | 26 | GHz |
| Local Oscillator Frequency Range | LO | 6 | - | 26 | GHz |
| Intermediate Frequency Range | IF | dc | - | 8 | GHz |
| Conversion Loss | - | 9 | - | 14 | dB |
| Noise Figure | - | 10 | - | 12 | dB |
| LO to RF Isolation | - | 33 | - | 37 | dB |
| LO to IF Isolation | - | 30 | - | 37 | dB |
| RF to IF Isolation | - | 11 | - | 20 | dB |
| Input Third-Order Intercept (IP3) | - | 11 | - | 20 | dBm |
| Input Second-Order Intercept (IP2) | - | 45 | - | 50 | dBm |
| Input Power (1 dB Compression) | P1dB | - | - | 10 | dBm |
| Return Loss (RF Port) | - | 10 | - | 12 | dB |
| Return Loss (LO Port) | - | 12 | - | - | dB |
Key Features
- Double-balanced mixer design for high isolation and low distortion.
- Operates as both an upconverter and a downconverter.
- Wide frequency range: RF from 6 GHz to 26 GHz, LO from 6 GHz to 26 GHz, and IF from dc to 8 GHz.
- Low conversion loss and noise figure.
- High isolation between LO, RF, and IF ports.
- Leadless, RoHS-compliant LCC package.
- No external components required for operation.
- Internally ac-coupled LO and RF pins.
Applications
- Wireless communication systems.
- Radar systems.
- Satellite communication.
- Test and measurement equipment.
- Microwave and millimeter-wave systems.
- Electronic warfare and surveillance systems.
Q & A
- What is the frequency range of the HMC773ALC3BTR-R5? The RF frequency range is from 6 GHz to 26 GHz, the LO frequency range is from 6 GHz to 26 GHz, and the IF frequency range is from dc to 8 GHz.
- What type of package does the HMC773ALC3BTR-R5 come in? It comes in a leadless, RoHS-compliant LCC (Leadless Chip Carrier) package.
- Does the HMC773ALC3BTR-R5 require external components for operation? No, it does not require any external components for operation.
- What are the typical conversion loss and noise figure of the HMC773ALC3BTR-R5? The typical conversion loss is between 9 dB and 14 dB, and the typical noise figure is between 10 dB and 12 dB.
- What is the isolation between the LO, RF, and IF ports? The isolation between the LO to RF ports is 33 dB to 37 dB, LO to IF ports is 30 dB to 37 dB, and RF to IF ports is 11 dB to 20 dB.
- What is the input power (1 dB compression) of the HMC773ALC3BTR-R5? The input power (1 dB compression) is 10 dBm.
- What are the return losses for the RF and LO ports? The return loss for the RF port is 10 dB to 12 dB, and for the LO port is 12 dB.
- Can the HMC773ALC3BTR-R5 be used as both an upconverter and a downconverter? Yes, it can be used as both an upconverter and a downconverter.
- What are some common applications of the HMC773ALC3BTR-R5? Common applications include wireless communication systems, radar systems, satellite communication, test and measurement equipment, and electronic warfare and surveillance systems.
- Is the HMC773ALC3BTR-R5 RoHS compliant? Yes, it is RoHS compliant.
