This document describes the features and characteristics of the HMC265 chip, including integrated LO and IF amplifiers, small size, etc. The HMC265 chip is ideal for applications such as microwave point-to-point radios, LMDS, and SATCOM.
The HMC265 is a sub-harmonically pumped (x2) MMIC downconverter utilizing GaAs PHEMT technology. It features an integrated LO amplifier requiring only -4 dBm nominal drive and an integrated IF amplifier providing 3 dB gain. The chip is designed for use in microwave point-to-point radios, LMDS, and SATCOM applications.
| Conversion Gain (RF to IF) | -2 to 7 dB |
|---|---|
| Noise Figure (SSB) | 13 dB |
| 2LO to RF Isolation | 17 to 40 dB |
| 2LO to IF Isolation | 40 to 60 dB |
| IP3 (Input) | 2 to 13 dBm |
| 1 dB Compression (Input) | -5 to 2 dBm |
| Supply Current (Idd) | 50 mA |
| Operating Temperature | -55 to +85 °C |
| Chip Size | 1.74 mm² |
The LO amplifier requires a nominal drive of -4 dBm.
The integrated IF amplifier provides 3 dB of gain.
The chip utilizes GaAs PHEMT technology.
It is ideal for Microwave Point to Point Radios, LMDS, and SATCOM.