The HMC277MS8/HMC277MS8E is a general-purpose single balanced mixer from Hittite that operates from 0.7 to 1.2 GHz. It features low conversion loss and high input IP3, and is ideal for cellular/3G infrastructure, basestations and repeaters, GSM, CDMA and WCDMA applications.
The document describes the HMC277MS8 and HMC277MS8E as general purpose, passive GaAs MMIC single balanced mixers available in an MSOP-8 package. These devices are designed for upconverter and downconverter applications in cellular infrastructure, basestations, repeaters, and subscriber/portable equipment supporting GSM, CDMA, and WCDMA standards.
The datasheet provides comprehensive electrical specifications including frequency ranges (0.7 - 1.2 GHz), conversion loss (9 dB typical), noise figure, isolation characteristics, and third-order intercept points (IP3). It also includes absolute maximum ratings, package information with pin descriptions, and evaluation circuit board details.
| Frequency Range, RF & LO | 0.7-1.2 GHz |
|---|---|
| Frequency Range, IF | DC -0.3 GHz |
| Conversion Loss | 9 dB (Typ) |
| Noise Figure (SSB) | 9 dB (Typ) |
| LO to RF Isolation | 26 dB (Typ) |
| Input IP3 | +17 dBm (Min) |
| Package Type | MSOP-8 |
The HMC277MS8 / 277MS8E is ideal for Cellular / 3G Infrastructure, Basestations & Repeaters, GSM, CDMA & WCDMA systems, and Subscribers & Portables.
No, the HMC277MS8(E) requires no external matching components.
The operating temperature range is -40 to +85 °C.