Hittite Microwave Corporation is a company that supplies microwave equipment, offering products such as GaAs MMIC DOUBLE-BALANCED MIXER. The product features small size, no DC bias required, and is suitable for applications such as 18 GHz TVRO, 23 GHz Telecom Radios, and military systems.
The HMC203 is a GaAs MMIC double-balanced mixer designed for use as an upconverter or downconverter in applications such as TVRO and military systems. It features excellent on-chip isolation provided by baluns, eliminating the need for external components or DC bias.
The document provides electrical specifications including frequency ranges, conversion loss, noise figure, and various isolation parameters measured at +25°C with a +15 dBm LO drive. It also details absolute maximum ratings, handling precautions regarding static sensitivity and transients, and specific instructions for die mounting using eutectic or epoxy methods.
| Frequency Range, RF & LO | 14-23 GHz (Typ. 15-21 GHz) |
|---|---|
| Frequency Range, IF | DC -2 GHz |
| Conversion Loss | 10 dB (Typ. 8.5-12 dB) |
| Noise Figure (SSB) | 10 dB (Typ. 8.5-12 dB) |
| LO to PF Isolation | 38 dB (Min. 30 dB) |
| IP3 (Input) | 18 dBm |
No, it is a passive device that requires no DC bias.
The operating temperature range is from -55 to +85 °C.