Overview
The SA602A, produced by NXP USA Inc., is a low-power VHF monolithic double-balanced mixer that integrates an input amplifier, an on-board oscillator, and a voltage regulator. This device is designed for high-performance, low-power communication systems and is particularly well-suited for cellular radio applications. The SA602A features a Gilbert cell multiplier configuration, which provides excellent gain and noise characteristics, making it a superior choice for battery-operated equipment.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Description |
|---|---|
| Package Type | 8-lead SO (surface-mount miniature package) |
| Supply Voltage | 4.5 - 8 V |
| Current Consumption | Typically 2.4 mA |
| Oscillator Frequency | Up to 200 MHz |
| Gain at 45 MHz | Typically 18 dB |
| Noise Figure at 45 MHz | Typically less than 5 dB |
| Third-order Intercept | Typically -13 dBm |
| Input Impedance | Approximately 1.5 kΩ || 3 pF through 50 MHz |
Key Features
- Low current consumption: Typically 2.4 mA
- Excellent noise figure: Typically less than 5 dB at 45 MHz
- High gain: Typically 18 dB at 45 MHz
- On-board oscillator: Can be configured as a crystal oscillator, a tuned tank oscillator, or a buffer for an external LO
- Flexible input and output configurations
- Temperature-compensated bias network
- Available in an 8-lead SO surface-mount package
Applications
- Cellular radio systems
- High-performance, low-power communication systems
- Battery-operated equipment
- LANs and other closed communication systems
- Second IF and demodulator in radio systems (e.g., when used with the SA604A)
Q & A
- What is the SA602A?
The SA602A is a low-power VHF monolithic double-balanced mixer with an input amplifier, on-board oscillator, and voltage regulator.
- What package type is the SA602A available in?
The SA602A is available in an 8-lead SO (surface-mount miniature package).
- What is the typical current consumption of the SA602A?
The typical current consumption is 2.4 mA.
- What is the maximum frequency of the on-board oscillator?
The oscillator operates up to 200 MHz.
- What is the typical gain of the SA602A at 45 MHz?
The typical gain is 18 dB at 45 MHz.
- What is the noise figure of the SA602A at 45 MHz?
The noise figure is typically less than 5 dB at 45 MHz.
- What are the common applications of the SA602A?
Common applications include cellular radio systems, high-performance low-power communication systems, and battery-operated equipment.
- Can the SA602A be used in LANs and other closed systems?
- How does the SA602A handle high-frequency operations?
- What is the third-order intercept point of the SA602A?
The third-order intercept point is typically -13 dBm.
