Overview
The MC1496P1, produced by onsemi, is a balanced modulator/demodulator integrated circuit designed for applications where the output voltage is the product of an input voltage (signal) and a switching function (carrier). This device is particularly useful in various modulation and detection schemes.
Key Specifications
| Characteristic | Symbol | Min | Typ | Max | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Operating Ambient Temperature Range | TA | 0 | - | 70 | °C (MC1496), -40 to +125°C (MC1496B) |
| Storage Temperature Range | Tstg | -65 | - | 150 | °C |
| Maximum Bias Current | I5 | - | - | 10 | mA |
| Power Supply Current | ICC + IEE | - | - | 5.0 | mAdc |
| DC Power Dissipation | PD | - | - | 33 | mW |
| Carrier Suppression | - | - | -65 dB @ 0.5 MHz, -50 dB @ 10 MHz | - | dB |
| Common Mode Rejection | - | - | -85 | - | dB |
Key Features
- Excellent Carrier Suppression: -65 dB typical at 0.5 MHz and -50 dB typical at 10 MHz.
- Adjustable Gain and Signal Handling.
- Balanced Inputs and Outputs.
- High Common Mode Rejection: -85 dB typical.
- This device contains 8 active transistors.
- Pb-Free package is available.
Applications
The MC1496P1 is suitable for various applications including:
- Suppressed carrier and amplitude modulation.
- Synchronous detection.
- FM detection.
- Phase detection.
- Chopper applications.
Q & A
- What is the primary function of the MC1496P1?
The MC1496P1 is a balanced modulator/demodulator, designed to produce an output voltage that is the product of an input voltage (signal) and a switching function (carrier). - What are the typical applications of the MC1496P1?
Typical applications include suppressed carrier and amplitude modulation, synchronous detection, FM detection, phase detection, and chopper applications. - What is the operating temperature range for the MC1496P1?
The operating temperature range is 0°C to +70°C for the MC1496 and -40°C to +125°C for the MC1496B. - How is carrier suppression achieved in the MC1496P1?
Carrier suppression is achieved through balancing the currents in the differential amplifier using a bias trim potentiometer. - What is the common mode rejection ratio of the MC1496P1?
The common mode rejection ratio is typically -85 dB. - Can the MC1496P1 be used in high-frequency applications?
Yes, the MC1496P1 can handle high-frequency applications, with carrier suppression effective up to 10 MHz. - Is the MC1496P1 available in a Pb-Free package?
Yes, the MC1496P1 is available in a Pb-Free package. - What is the maximum bias current for the MC1496P1?
The maximum bias current is 10 mA. - How is the output signal taken from the MC1496P1?
The output signal can be taken from Pins 6 and 12, either balanced or single-ended. - What is the DC power dissipation of the MC1496P1?
The DC power dissipation is 33 mW.
