The MAX2032 is a high-linearity passive upconverter/downconverter mixer that provides +33dBm IIP3, 7dB NF, and 7dB conversion loss for a 650MHz to 1000MHz RF frequency range to support a multitude of base-station applications.
The MAX2032 is a high‑linearity passive mixer that can operate as either an upconverter or a downconverter. It supports a 650 MHz‑to‑1000 MHz RF frequency range and a 650 MHz‑to‑1250 MHz LO range, making it suitable for many base‑station applications. The device includes a double‑balanced mixer core, a dual‑input LO switch, an LO buffer, and on‑chip baluns for single‑ended RF and LO interfaces.
Key performance figures include a typical conversion loss of about 7 dB, a noise figure of 7 dB, and an input third‑order intercept point of +33 dBm. The mixer operates over an extended temperature range of –40 °C to +85 °C and draws 85‑100 mA supply current with a nominal LO drive of –3 dBm to +3 dBm. An evaluation kit is available for rapid prototyping.
| RF Frequency Range | 650 MHz – 1000 MHz |
|---|---|
| LO Frequency Range | 650 MHz – 1250 MHz |
| Input IP3 | +33 dBm |
| Noise Figure | 7 dB |
The MAX2032 supports an RF frequency range from 650 MHz to 1000 MHz.
Supply current is guaranteed to be below 100 mA, typically 85 mA to 100 mA.