RMK-3-93

X3 50Ω Frequency Multiplier Output 5400 to 9000 MHz The Big Deal • Broadband tripler for 5.4-9 GHz signal production • High rejection of F2 and F4 (-55 dBc typ) • Low conversion loss, 15 dB typ • Outstanding performance at a low price RMK-3-93+ CASE STYLE: TT1224 The RMK-3-93+ is a broadband frequency tripler offering excellent performance for C- to X-band signals. The aqueous washable and RoHS-compliant package features rugged, wire-welded construction, in a small 0.25” x 0.31” x 0.16” plastic case. Product Overview Key Features Feature Broad bandwidth High rejection of F2 and F4 Low conversion loss Low price Advantages Ideal for satellite up- and down-converters and line-of-sight communication links, as well as items operating in the 8.5-9.0 GHz radiolocation band Proprietary internal circuitry achieves high harmonic suppression, keeping filtering requirements to a minimum High output reduces external gain requirements after frequency tripling. Practical, low cost solution for providing high frequency sources from lower frequency VCOs and synthesizers. ISO 9001 ISO 14001 AS 9100 CERTIFIED P.O. Box 350166, Brooklyn, New York 11235-0003 (718) 934-4500 Fax (718) 332-4661 The Design Engineers Search Engine IF/RF MICROWAVE COMPONENTS Mini-Circuits ® For detailed performance specs & shopping online see web site ® Provides ACTUAL Data Instantly at minicircuits.com Notes: 1. Performance and quality attributes and conditions not expressly stated in this specification sheet are intended to be excluded and do not form a part of this specification sheet. 2. Electrical specifications and performance data contained herein are based on Mini-Circuit’s applicable established test performance criteria and measurement instructions. 3. The parts covered by this specification sheet are subject to Mini-Circuits standard limited warranty and terms and conditions (collectively, “Standard Terms”); Purchasers of this part are entitled to the rights and benefits contained therein. For a full statement of the Standard Terms and the exclusive rights and remedies thereunder, please visit Mini-Circuits’ website at www.minicircuits.com/MCLStore/terms.jsp. X3 50Ω Frequency Multiplier Output 5400 to 9000 MHz Features -40°C to 85°C -55°C to 100°C 17 dBm RMK-3-93+ CASE STYLE: TT1224 PRICE: $8.95 ea. QTY (10-49) Maximum Ratings Operating Temperature Storage Temperature RF Input Power Permanent damage may occur if any of these limits are exceeded. • broadband • high rejection F2 & F4, -55 dBc typ. • low cost • aqueous washable + RoHS compliant in accordance with EU Directive (2002/95/EC) The +Suffix has been added in order to identify RoHS Compliance. See our web site for RoHS Compliance methodologies and qualifications. Pin Connections INPUT OUTPUT GROUND 1 4 2,3,5,6 Applications • synthesizers • local oscillators • satellite up and down converters Electrical Specifications MULTIPLICATION FACTOR FREQUENCY (MHz) F1 Input 3 F3 Output INPUT POWER (dBm) Min. Max. 7 11 CONVERSION LOSS (dB) Typ. Max. 15 19.5 6 *HARMONIC OUTPUT (dBc) F1 Typ. Min. -6 F2 Typ. Min. 55 35 F4 Typ. Min. 55 35 Outline Drawing PCB Land Pattern 1800-3000 5400-9000 * Harmonics of input frequency below the power level of F3 Typical Performance Data INPUT RF= 11 dBm Conversion Loss (dB) F4 62.56 58.30 58.27 57.08 54.92 54.30 54.86 55.19 54.79 53.79 53.40 52.72 51.96 52.32 52.40 52.06 51.75 51.55 50.67 49.65 15.79 15.12 14.78 14.46 14.37 15.04 15.30 15.39 15.36 15.49 15.30 15.14 14.83 14.81 14.49 14.45 14.68 14.93 15.08 15.68 INPUT RF= 7 dBm Input Frequency (MHz) 1800.00 1900.00 2000.00 2100.00 2200.00 2287.50 2325.00 2400.00 2450.00 2500.00 2550.00 2600.00 2650.00 2700.00 2750.00 2800.00 2850.00 2900.00 2955.00 3010.00 Conversion Loss (dB) F1 16.94 16.48 15.62 15.03 14.88 14.73 14.68 14.51 14.72 14.79 14.53 14.43 14.42 14.12 13.82 13.85 14.05 14.07 14.33 14.90 RMK-3-93+ CONVERSION LOSS Harmonic Output Below F3 (-dBc) F2 64.33 63.05 65.59 67.56 65.40 64.99 66.04 67.92 67.05 65.67 66.05 66.21 68.53 71.91 67.73 62.77 59.98 58.96 57.62 56.61 F1 9.86 9.69 9.29 8.70 8.01 6.58 6.15 5.45 5.22 4.78 4.62 4.40 4.38 4.09 4.08 3.86 3.39 2.81 2.45 1.47 Harmonic Output Below F3 (-dBc) F2 73.68 73.46 72.77 70.70 67.50 66.22 66.18 65.72 64.01 62.00 60.87 60.52 62.14 65.47 68.87 69.45 67.86 66.70 66.24 65.11 F4 61.49 60.98 61.61 60.24 60.03 58.98 58.85 57.81 57.96 57.62 57.76 57.74 59.76 62.24 63.23 62.33 60.15 58.49 57.64 56.28 Suggested Layout, Tolerance to be within ±.002 Outline Dimensions ( inch) mm A .25 6.35 J .300 7.62 B .31 7.87 K .060 1.52 C .16 4.06 L .160 4.06 D .100 2.54 M .025 0.64 E .040 1.02 N .100 2.54 F .055 1.40 P .110 2.79 G .060 1.52 Q .070 1.78 H .065 1.65 wt. grams 0.16 5.94 5.52 5.58 5.24 4.66 4.02 3.86 3.38 2.95 2.57 2.48 2.23 1.93 1.94 1.89 1.62 1.18 0.82 0.35 0.57 CONVERSION LOSS (dB) 20 18 16 14 12 14 HARMONIC OUTPUT (-dBc) 12 10 8 6 4 2 RMK-3-93+ HARMONIC OUTPUT F1 INPUT RF=7 dBm INPUT RF=11 dBm Demo Board MCL P/N: TB-393 Suggested PCB Layout (PL-258) INPUT RF=7 dBm INPUT RF=11 dBm 10 5400 5800 6200 6600 7000 7400 7800 8200 8600 9000 OUTPUT FREQUENCY (MHz) RMK-3-93+ HARMONIC OUTPUT F2 0 1800 1950 2100 2250 2400 2550 2700 2850 3000 F1 FREQUENCY (MHz) RMK-3-93+ HARMONIC OUTPUT F4 80 HARMONIC OUTPUT (-dBc) 80 HARMONIC OUTPUT (-dBc) 70 70 INPUT RF=7 dBm INPUT RF=11 dBm 60 INPUT RF=7 dBm INPUT RF=11 dBm 4000 4400 4800 5200 5600 6000 60 50 3600 F2 FREQUENCY (MHz) 50 7200 7800 8400 9000 9600 10200 10800 11400 12000 F4 FREQUENCY(MHz) ISO 9001 ISO 14001 AS 9100 CERTIFIED P.O. Box 350166, Brooklyn, New York 11235-0003 (718) 934-4500 Fax (718) 332-4661 The Design Engineers Search Engine IF/RF MICROWAVE COMPONENTS Mini-Circuits ® For detailed performance specs & shopping online see web site ® Provides ACTUAL Data Instantly at minicircuits.com Notes: 1. Performance and quality attributes and conditions not expressly stated in this specification sheet are intended to be excluded and do not form a part of this specification sheet. 2. Electrical specifications and performance data contained herein are based on Mini-Circuit’s applicable established test performance criteria and measurement instructions. 3. The parts covered by this specification sheet are subject to Mini-Circuits standard limited warranty and terms and conditions (collectively, “Standard Terms”); Purchasers of this part are entitled to the rights and benefits contained therein. For a full statement of the Standard Terms and the exclusive rights and remedies thereunder, please visit Mini-Circuits’ website at www.minicircuits.com/MCLStore/terms.jsp. REV. OR M126795 RMK-3-93+ ED-13611 DJ/CP/AM 110131