HMC-C043
v02.0310
GaAs MMIC I/Q MIXER MODULE
11 - 16 GHz
Features
Wide IF Bandwidth: DC - 3.5 GHz
Image Rejection: 30 dB
LO to RF Isolation: 35 dB
High Input IP3: +28 dBm
Hermetically Sealed Module
Typical Applications
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The HMC-C043 is ideal for:
-55 °C to +85 °C Operating Temperature
• Point-to-Point Radios
• Point-to-Multi-Point Radios & VSAT
MIXERS
Field Replaceable SMA Connectors
• Test Equipment & Sensors
• Military End-Use
Functional Diagram
General Description
The HMC-C043 is a passive I/Q MMIC mixer housed
in a miniature hermetic module which can be used as
either an Image Reject Mixer or a Single Sideband
Upconverter. The module utilizes two standard Hittite
double balanced mixer cells and a 90 degree hybrid
fabricated on a GaAs MESFET process. A low frequency quadrature hybrid was used to produce a 100
MHz USB IF output. This MMIC based module is a
more reliable and consistent alternative to hybrid style
I/Q Mixers and Single Sideband Converter assemblies. The module features removable SMA connectors which can be detached to allow direct connection
of the I/O pins to a microstrip or coplanar circuit.
Electrical Specifi cations, TA = +25° C, IF= 100 MHz, LO = +19 dBm*
Parameter
Min.
Frequency Range, RF/LO
Frequency Range, IF
Conversion Loss (As IRM)
Image Rejection
Typ.
1 dB Compression (Input)
LO to RF Isolation
30
LO to IF Isolation
18
Units
GHz
DC - 3.5
GHz
9
15
Max.
11 - 16
12
dB
30
dB
+20
dBm
35
dB
25
dB
IP3 (Input)
+28
dBm
Amplitude Balance
0.5
dB
5
Deg
Phase Balance
* Unless otherwise noted, all measurements performed as downconverter.
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delivery,
and to placeCorporation:
orders: Analog Devices, Inc.,
For price, delivery, and to place orders, please contact
Hittite
Microwave
One Technology Way, P.O. Box 9106, Norwood, MA 02062-9106
20 Alpha Road Chelmsford, MA 01824 Phone: Phone:
978-250-3343
978-250-3373
781-329-4700Fax:
• Order
online at www.analog.com
Application Support: Phone: 1-800-ANALOG-D
Order Online at www.hittite.com
Information furnished by Analog Devices is believed to be accurate and reliable. However, no
responsibility is assumed by Analog Devices for its use, nor for any infringements of patents or other
rights of third parties that may result from its use. Specifications subject to change without notice. No
license is granted by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights of Analog Devices.
Trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
HMC-C043
v02.0310
GaAs MMIC I/Q MIXER MODULE
11 - 16 GHz
Data taken As IRM With External IF Hybrid
Conversion Gain vs. Temperature
Image Rejection vs. Temperature
0
60
IMAGE REJECTION (dB)
CONVERSION GAIN (dB)
50
-5
-10
+25C
+85C
-55C
-15
+25 C
+85 C
-55 C
40
30
20
10
-20
0
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
10
11
12
15
16
17
15
16
17
15
16
17
Return Loss
0
0
RETURN LOSS (dB)
+17dBm
+19dBm
+21dBm
-5
5
RF FREQUENCY (GHz)
Conversion Gain vs. LO Drive
CONVERSION GAIN (dB)
14
MIXERS
RF FREQUENCY (GHz)
13
-10
-15
-20
-5
-10
RF
LO
-15
-20
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
10
11
12
RF FREQUENCY (GHz)
13
14
FREQUENCY (GHz)
Input P1dB vs. Temperature
Input IP3 vs. LO Drive
35
26
24
30
25
20
IP3 (dBm)
P1dB (dBm)
22
18
16
+25C
+85C
-55C
14
20
LO = +17 dBm
LO = +19 dBm
LO = +21 dBm
15
10
12
10
5
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
RF FREQUENCY (GHz)
10
11
12
13
14
RF FREQUENCY (GHz)
For price,
delivery,
and to placeCorporation:
orders: Analog Devices, Inc.,
For price, delivery, and to place orders, please contact
Hittite
Microwave
One Technology Way, P.O. Box 9106, Norwood, MA 02062-9106
20 Alpha Road Chelmsford, MA 01824 Phone: 978-250-3343
Fax:
978-250-3373
Phone: 781-329-4700
• Order
online at www.analog.com
Application Support: Phone: 1-800-ANALOG-D
Order Online at www.hittite.com
Information furnished by Analog Devices is believed to be accurate and reliable. However, no
responsibility is assumed by Analog Devices for its use, nor for any infringements of patents or other
rights of third parties that may result from its use. Specifications subject to change without notice. No
license is granted by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights of Analog Devices.
Trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
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HMC-C043
v02.0310
GaAs MMIC I/Q MIXER MODULE
11 - 16 GHz
Quadrature Channel Data Taken Without IF Hybrid
Isolations
IF Bandwidth*
-10
0
LOF/IF2
-20
RETURN LOSS
CONVERSION GAIN
RESPONSE (dB)
ISOLATION (dB)
-5
LO/IF1
-30
LO/RF
-40
RF/IF1
-50
RF/IF2
-10
-15
5
-60
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
-20
0.5
17
1
1.5
2.5
3
3.5
Phase Balance vs. LO Drive
15
8
6
PHASE BALANCE (degrees)
LO = +17 dBm
LO = +19 dBm
LO = +21 dBm
4
2
0
-2
-4
-6
-8
10
LO = +17 dBm
LO = +19 dBm
LO = +21 dBm
5
0
-5
-10
-15
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
10
17
11
12
RF FREQUENCY (GHz)
13
14
15
16
17
RF FREQUENCY (GHz)
Upconverter Performance Conversion
Gain vs. LO Drive*
Upconverter Performance Sideband
Rejection vs. LO Drive*
0
0
SIDEBAND REJECTION (dBc)
CONVERSION GAIN (dB)
2
IF FREQUENCY (GHz)
Amplitude Balance vs. LO Drive
AMPLITUDE BALANCE (dB)
MIXERS
RF FREQUENCY (GHz)
-5
-10
LO = +17 dBm
LO = +19 dBm
LO = +21 dBm
-15
-20
LO = +17 dBm
LO = +19 dBm
LO = +21 dBm
-10
-20
-30
-40
-50
-60
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
RF FREQUENCY (GHz)
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
RF FREQUENCY (GHz)
* Conversion gain data taken with external IF hybrid
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For price,
delivery,
and to placeCorporation:
orders: Analog Devices, Inc.,
For price, delivery, and to place orders, please contact
Hittite
Microwave
One Technology Way, P.O. Box 9106, Norwood, MA 02062-9106
20 Alpha Road Chelmsford, MA 01824 Phone: Phone:
978-250-3343
978-250-3373
781-329-4700Fax:
• Order
online at www.analog.com
Application Support: Phone: 1-800-ANALOG-D
Order Online at www.hittite.com
Information furnished by Analog Devices is believed to be accurate and reliable. However, no
responsibility is assumed by Analog Devices for its use, nor for any infringements of patents or other
rights of third parties that may result from its use. Specifications subject to change without notice. No
license is granted by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights of Analog Devices.
Trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
HMC-C043
v02.0310
GaAs MMIC I/Q MIXER MODULE
11 - 16 GHz
Harmonics of LO
MxN Spurious Outputs
nLO Spur at RF Port
nLO
LO Freq. (GHz)
1
2
3
4
mRF
10.5
32
49
58
79
11.5
32
47
61
61
12.5
32
51
63
13.5
34
52
14.5
35
48
15.5
34
54
71
xx
0
1
0
xx
-12
7
14
xx
1
24
0
51
59
70
53
2
79
73
74
79
91
67
xx
3
87
102
99
86
97
69
xx
4
xx
84
102
97
105
3
4
RF = 13.6 GHz @ -10 dBm
LO = 13.5 GHz @ +19 dBm
Data taken without IF hybrid
All values in dBc below IF power level
Absolute Maximum Ratings
RF / IF Input
+20 dBm
LO Drive
+27 dBm
Channel Temperature
150°C
Continuous Pdiss (T=85°C)
(derate 6.9 mW/°C above 85°C)
448 mW
Thermal Resistance (RTH)
(junction to die bottom)
145 °C/W
Storage Temperature
-65 to +150 °C
Operating Temperature
-55 to +85 °C
ELECTROSTATIC SENSITIVE DEVICE
OBSERVE HANDLING PRECAUTIONS
For price,
delivery,
and to placeCorporation:
orders: Analog Devices, Inc.,
For price, delivery, and to place orders, please contact
Hittite
Microwave
One Technology Way, P.O. Box 9106, Norwood, MA 02062-9106
20 Alpha Road Chelmsford, MA 01824 Phone: 978-250-3343
Fax:
978-250-3373
Phone: 781-329-4700
• Order
online at www.analog.com
Application Support: Phone: 1-800-ANALOG-D
Order Online at www.hittite.com
Information furnished by Analog Devices is believed to be accurate and reliable. However, no
responsibility is assumed by Analog Devices for its use, nor for any infringements of patents or other
rights of third parties that may result from its use. Specifications subject to change without notice. No
license is granted by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights of Analog Devices.
Trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
5
MIXERS
LO = +19 dBm
Values in dBc below input LO level measured at RF Port.
2
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HMC-C043
v02.0310
GaAs MMIC I/Q MIXER MODULE
11 - 16 GHz
Outline Drawing
MIXERS
5
Package Information
Package Type
C-4
Package Weight [1]
20 gms [2]
Spacer Weight
2.6 gms [2]
NOTES:
1. PACKAGE, LEADS, COVER MATERIAL: KOVAR™
2. FINISH: GOLD PLATE OVER NICKEL PLATE
3. MOUNTING SPACER: NICKEL PLATED ALUMINUM
4. ALL DIMENSIONS ARE IN INCHES [MILLIMETERS]
5. TOLERANCES:
5.1 .XX = ±0.02
[1] Includes the connectors
5.2 .XXX = ±0.010
[2] ±1 gms Tolerance
6. FIELD REPLACEABLE SMA CONNECTORS
TENSOLITE 5602 - 5CCSF OR EQUIVALENT
7. TO MOUNT MODULE TO SYSTEM PLATFORM REPLACE 0 -80
HARDWARE WITH DESIRED MOUNTING SCREWS
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For price,
delivery,
and to placeCorporation:
orders: Analog Devices, Inc.,
For price, delivery, and to place orders, please contact
Hittite
Microwave
One Technology Way, P.O. Box 9106, Norwood, MA 02062-9106
20 Alpha Road Chelmsford, MA 01824 Phone: Phone:
978-250-3343
978-250-3373
781-329-4700Fax:
• Order
online at www.analog.com
Application Support: Phone: 1-800-ANALOG-D
Order Online at www.hittite.com
Information furnished by Analog Devices is believed to be accurate and reliable. However, no
responsibility is assumed by Analog Devices for its use, nor for any infringements of patents or other
rights of third parties that may result from its use. Specifications subject to change without notice. No
license is granted by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights of Analog Devices.
Trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
HMC-C043
v02.0310
GaAs MMIC I/Q MIXER MODULE
11 - 16 GHz
Pin Descriptions
Pin Number
Function
Description
1
RF
This pin is AC coupled
and matched to 50 Ohms.
2
IF1
3
IF2
4
LO
Interface Schematic
This pin is DC coupled. For applications not requiring operation to DC, this port should be DC blocked
externally using a series capacitor whose value has
been chosen to pass the necessary IF frequency
range. For operation to DC, this pin must not source/
sink more than 3 mA of current or part non-function
and possible part failure will result.
5
MIXERS
This pin is AC coupled
and matched to 50 Ohms.
For price,
delivery,
and to placeCorporation:
orders: Analog Devices, Inc.,
For price, delivery, and to place orders, please contact
Hittite
Microwave
One Technology Way, P.O. Box 9106, Norwood, MA 02062-9106
20 Alpha Road Chelmsford, MA 01824 Phone: 978-250-3343
Fax:
978-250-3373
Phone: 781-329-4700
• Order
online at www.analog.com
Application Support: Phone: 1-800-ANALOG-D
Order Online at www.hittite.com
Information furnished by Analog Devices is believed to be accurate and reliable. However, no
responsibility is assumed by Analog Devices for its use, nor for any infringements of patents or other
rights of third parties that may result from its use. Specifications subject to change without notice. No
license is granted by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights of Analog Devices.
Trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
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