HMC204
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FREQUENCY MULTIPLIERS - PASSIVE - CHIP
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Typical Applications
Features
The HMC204 is suitable for:
Conversion Loss: 17 dB
• Wireless Local Loop
Fo, 3Fo, 4Fo Isolation: 38 dB
• LMDS, VSAT, and Point-to-Point Radios
Passive: No Bias Required
• Test Equipment
Functional Diagram
General Description
The HMC204 is a passive miniature frequency
doubler in a MMIC die. Suppression of undesired fundamental and higher order harmonics is 38 dB typical
with respect to input signal level. The doubler utilizes
the same GaAs Schottky diode/balun technology
found in Hittite MMIC mixers. It features small size,
no DC bias, and no measurable additive phase noise
onto the multiplied signal.
Electrical Specifi cations, TA = +25° C, As a Function of Drive Level
Input = +10 dBm
Parameter
Frequency Range, Input
Frequency Range, Output
Conversion Loss
2 - 10
GaAs MMIC PASSIVE FREQUENCY
DOUBLER, 4 - 8 GHz INPUT
Min.
Typ.
Input = +12 dBm
Max.
Min.
Typ.
Input = +15 dBm
Max.
Min.
Typ.
5.5 - 7.5
5.0 - 8.0
4.0 - 8.0
11.0 - 15.0
10.0 - 16.0
8.0 - 16.0
17
20
17
20
18
Max.
Units
GHz
GHz
21
dB
FO Isolation
(with respect to input level)
41
45
dB
3FO Isolation
(with respect to input level)
42
46
dB
4FO Isolation
(with respect to input level)
35
38
dB
For price,
delivery,
and to place
orders: Analog Devices, Inc.,
For price, delivery, and to place orders, please contact
Hittite
Microwave
Corporation:
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 On-line 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.
HMC204
v04.0907
GaAs MMIC PASSIVE FREQUENCY
DOUBLER, 4 - 8 GHz INPUT
Isolation @ +15 dBm Drive Level*
0
0
-5
-10
2
-10
-15
-20
-25
+25 C
-55 C
+85 C
-30
-30
-40
-50
-60
-70
-80
-35
Fo
3Fo
4Fo
-90
-40
-100
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
0
5
10
INPUT FREQUENCY (GHz)
15
20
25
30
35
FREQUENCY (GHz)
*With respect to input level
Output Return Loss for
Several Input Frequencies
0
0
-5
-5
RETURN LOSS (dB)
RETURN LOSS (dB)
Input Return Loss vs. Drive Level
-10
Pin = + 8 dBm
Pin = +10 dBm
Pin = +12 dBm
Pin = +14 dBm
-15
-20
-10
-15
4 GHz In
6 GHz In
8 GHz In
-20
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
INPUT FREQUENCY (GHz)
8
10
12
14
16
OUTPUT FREQUENCY (GHz)
For price,
delivery,
and to place
orders: Analog Devices, Inc.,
For price, delivery, and to place orders, please contact
Hittite
Microwave
Corporation:
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 On-line 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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ISOLATION (dB)
CONVERSION GAIN (dB)
Conversion Gain
vs Temperature @ +15 dBm Drive Level
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HMC204
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DOUBLER, 4 - 8 GHz INPUT
Conversion Gain @ 25°C vs. Drive Level
0
0
-10
RETURN LOSS (dB)
CONVERSION GAIN (dB)
-5
-15
-20
-25
+10 dBm
+12 dBm
+15 dBm
+8 dBm
-30
-10
-15
+8 dBm
+10 dBm
+12 dBm
-20
-40
3
4
5
6
7
8
8
9
10
12
Conversion Gain @ -55°C vs. Drive Level
16
Output Return Loss with 6 GHz Input
0
0
-5
-10
RETURN LOSS (dB)
CONVERSION GAIN (dB)
14
OUTPUT FREQUENCY (GHz)
INPUT FREQUENCY (GHz)
-15
-20
-25
-30
+8 dBm
+10 dBm
+12 dBm
+15 dBm
-35
+8 dBm
+10 dBm
+12 dBm
-5
-10
-15
-20
-40
3
4
5
6
7
8
8
9
10
12
14
16
OUTPUT FREQUENCY (GHz)
INPUT FREQUENCY (GHz)
Conversion Gain @ +85°C vs. Drive Level
Output Return Loss with 8 GHz Input
0
0
-5
RETURN LOSS (dB)
-10
-15
-20
-25
-30
+8 dBm
+10 dBm
+12 dBm
+15 dBm
-35
+8 dBm
+12 dBm
+10 dBm
-5
-10
-15
-20
-40
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
INPUT FREQUENCY (GHz)
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-5
-35
CONVERSION GAIN (dB)
FREQUENCY MULTIPLIERS - PASSIVE - CHIP
2
Output Return Loss with 4 GHz Input
8
10
12
14
16
OUTPUT FREQUENCY (GHz)
For price,
delivery,
and to place
orders: Analog Devices, Inc.,
For price, delivery, and to place orders, please contact
Hittite
Microwave
Corporation:
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 On-line 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.
HMC204
v04.0907
GaAs MMIC PASSIVE FREQUENCY
DOUBLER, 4 - 8 GHz INPUT
Absolute Maximum Ratings
+27 dBm
Storage Temperature
-65 to +150 °C
Operating Temperature
-55 to +85 °C
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Input Drive
ELECTROSTATIC SENSITIVE DEVICE
OBSERVE HANDLING PRECAUTIONS
Outline Drawing
Die Packaging Information [1]
Standard
Alternate
WP-2 (Waffle Pack)
[2]
[1] Refer to the “Packaging Information” section for die
packaging dimensions.
[2] For alternate packaging information contact Hittite
Microwave Corporation.
NOTES:
1. DIE THICKNESS IS 0.100 [0.004], BACKSIDE IS GROUND
2. BOND PADS ARE 0.100 [0.004] SQUARE
3. BOND PAD SPACING, CTR-CTR: 0.150 [0.006]
4. ALL DIMENSION IN INCHES [MILLIMETERS]
5. ALL TOLERANCES ARE ±0.025 [±0.001]
6. BOND PAD METALLIZATION: GOLD
7. BACKSIDE METALLIZATION: GOLD
For price,
delivery,
and to place
orders: Analog Devices, Inc.,
For price, delivery, and to place orders, please contact
Hittite
Microwave
Corporation:
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 On-line 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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HMC204
v04.0907
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DOUBLER, 4 - 8 GHz INPUT
Pad Description
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Pad Number
Function
Description
1
RFIN
Pad is DC coupled
and matched to 50 Ohms.
2
RFOUT
Pad is AC coupled
and matched to 50 Ohms.
Die Bottom
GND
Die bottom must be connected to RF/DC ground.
Interface Schematic
For price,
delivery,
and to place
orders: Analog Devices, Inc.,
For price, delivery, and to place orders, please contact
Hittite
Microwave
Corporation:
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 On-line 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.
HMC204
v04.0907
GaAs MMIC PASSIVE FREQUENCY
DOUBLER, 4 - 8 GHz INPUT
Handling Precautions
Storage: All bare die are placed in either Waffle or Gel based ESD protective containers, and then sealed in an ESD
protective bag for shipment. Once the sealed ESD protective bag has been opened, all die should be stored in a dry
nitrogen environment.
Cleanliness: Handle the chips in a clean environment. DO NOT attempt to clean the chip using liquid cleaning systems.
Static Sensitivity: Follow ESD precautions to protect against ESD strikes.
Transients: Suppress instrument and bias supply transients while bias is applied. Use shielded signal and bias
cables to minimize inductive pick-up.
General Handling: Handle the chip along the edges with a vacuum collet or with a sharp pair of bent tweezers. The
surface of the chip may have fragile air bridges and should not be touched with vacuum collet, tweezers, or fingers.
Mounting
The chip is back-metallized and can be die mounted with AuSn eutectic preforms or with electrically conductive
epoxy. The mounting surface should be clean and flat.
Epoxy Die Attach:
Apply a minimum amount of epoxy to the mounting surface so that a thin epoxy fillet is observed around the perimeter of the chip once it is placed into position.
Cure epoxy per the manufacturer’s schedule.
Wire Bonding
Ball or wedge bond with 1.0 diameter pure gold wire. Thermosonic wirebonding with a nominal stage temperature of
150 °C and a ball bonding force of 40 to 50 grams or wedge bonding force of 18 to 22 grams is recommended. Use
the minimum level of ultrasonic energy to achieve reliable wirebonds. Wirebonds should be started on the chip and
terminated on the package. RF bonds should be as short as possible.
For price,
delivery,
and to place
orders: Analog Devices, Inc.,
For price, delivery, and to place orders, please contact
Hittite
Microwave
Corporation:
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 On-line 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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Follow these precautions to avoid permanent damage.
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