Overview
The HMC787ALC3BTR-R5 is a double-balanced mixer designed and manufactured by Analog Devices Inc. This RF/Microwave mixer operates within the frequency range of 3 GHz to 10 GHz, making it suitable for various high-frequency applications. The device is fabricated using a gallium arsenide (GaAs) metal semiconductor field effect transistor (MESFET) process, which ensures high performance and reliability. The mixer is packaged in a 12-terminal, RoHS-compliant, ceramic leadless chip carrier (LCC) package, facilitating high-volume surface-mount manufacturing.
Key Specifications
| Attribute | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Operating Frequency Range | 3 GHz to 10 GHz | GHz |
| Conversion Loss (Typical) | 9 dB | dB |
| Input Power (Max CW) | 28 dBm | dBm |
| LO Drive Level | 17 dBm | dBm |
| Single Sideband (SSB) Noise Figure | 9 dB | dB |
| Input Third-Order Intercept (IP3) | 15 to 24 dBm | dBm |
| RF to IF Isolation | 15 to 26 dB | dB |
| LO to RF Isolation | 47 to 48 dB | dB |
| LO to IF Isolation | 35 to 43 dB | dB |
| Package Type | QFN-12-EP (3x3) | |
| Pin Count | 12 | |
| RoHS Compliance | Yes | |
| Maximum Junction Temperature | 175°C | °C |
Key Features
- Double-Balanced Mixer: Optimized balun structures provide excellent local oscillator (LO) to radio frequency (RF) and LO to intermediate frequency (IF) isolation.
- Wide Frequency Range: Operates from 3 GHz to 10 GHz, making it versatile for various high-frequency applications.
- No External Components Required: The mixer does not require external matching circuitry, simplifying the design process.
- High Isolation: Provides high isolation between RF, LO, and IF ports, ensuring minimal interference and high signal integrity.
- RoHS Compliant: Packaged in a RoHS-compliant ceramic leadless chip carrier (LCC) package, suitable for high-volume surface-mount manufacturing).
- Low Noise Figure: A typical single sideband (SSB) noise figure of 9 dB, ensuring low noise performance).
Applications
- Wireless Communication Systems: Suitable for use in cellular base stations, satellite communications, and other wireless infrastructure).
- Radar Systems: Can be used in radar systems for both military and civilian applications due to its high-frequency operation and isolation characteristics).
- Test and Measurement Equipment: Useful in test and measurement equipment requiring high-frequency mixing capabilities).
- Microwave Systems: Applicable in various microwave systems, including upconverters and downconverters).
Q & A
- What is the operating frequency range of the HMC787ALC3BTR-R5?
The HMC787ALC3BTR-R5 operates from 3 GHz to 10 GHz).
- What type of package does the HMC787ALC3BTR-R5 come in?
The device is packaged in a 12-terminal, RoHS-compliant, ceramic leadless chip carrier (LCC) package).
- Does the HMC787ALC3BTR-R5 require external matching circuitry?
No, the mixer does not require external matching circuitry).
- What is the typical conversion loss of the HMC787ALC3BTR-R5?
The typical conversion loss is 9 dB).
- What is the maximum input power for the HMC787ALC3BTR-R5?
The maximum input power is 28 dBm).
- Is the HMC787ALC3BTR-R5 RoHS compliant?
Yes, the device is RoHS compliant).
- What is the maximum junction temperature for the HMC787ALC3BTR-R5?
The maximum junction temperature is 175°C).
- What is the typical LO drive level for the HMC787ALC3BTR-R5?
The typical LO drive level is 17 dBm).
- What are some common applications of the HMC787ALC3BTR-R5?
Common applications include wireless communication systems, radar systems, test and measurement equipment, and microwave systems).
- Does the HMC787ALC3BTR-R5 have high isolation between RF, LO, and IF ports?
Yes, the mixer provides high isolation between RF, LO, and IF ports).
