Port Diagram
A top-down view of the MMIQ-0416H’s CH-2 package outline drawing is shown below. The mixer may be operated as either a downconverter or an upconverter. Use of the RF or I/Q as the input or output port will depend on the application.
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Device Overview
General Description
The MMIQ-0416H is a high linearity, passive GaAs MMIC IQ mixer. This is an ultra-broadband mixer spanning 4 to 16 GHz on the RF and LO ports with an IF from DC to 6 GHz. Up to 29 dB of image rejection is available due to the excellent phase and amplitude balance of its on-chip LO quadrature hybrid. Both wire bondable die and connectorized modules are available.
Features
RF/LO Frequency Range: 4 - 16 GHz
IF Frequency Range: DC - 6 GHz
I+Q Conversion Loss: 9 dB
Image Rejection: 29 dB
LO-RF Isolation: 59 dB
Applications
- Single Sideband and Image Rejection Mixing
- IQ Modulation / Demodulation
- Vector Amplitude Modulation
- Band Shifting
- Quantum Computing and Communications
Functional Block Diagram
Part Ordering Options
| Part Number | Description | Package | Connectors | Green Status | Product Lifecycle | Export Classification |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MMIQ-0416HS | Passive GaAs MMIC IQ Mixer | S | Standard | REACH RoHS | Released | EAR99 |
| MMIQ-0416HCH-2 | Passive GaAs MMIC IQ Mixer | CH | - | REACH RoHS | Released | EAR99 |
| Part Number | Description | Package | Connectors | Green Status | Product Lifecycle | Export Classification |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MMIQ-0416HS | Passive GaAs MMIC IQ Mixer | S | Standard | REACH RoHS | Released | EAR99 |
| MMIQ-0416HCH-2 | Passive GaAs MMIC IQ Mixer | CH | - | REACH RoHS | Released | EAR99 |
MMIQ-0416HCH-2
Passive GaAs MMIC IQ Mixer
Table Of Contents
- Device Overview
- Port Configuration and Functions
- Revision History
- Specifications
- Die Mounting Recommendations
- Operation
- Mechanical Data
Revision History
| Revision Code | Revision Date | Comment |
|---|---|---|
| - | 2021-06-01 | Datasheet Initial Release |
MMIQ-0416HCH-2
Passive GaAs MMIC IQ Mixer
Port Configuration and Functions
Port Functions
| Port | Function | Description | DC Equivalent Circuit |
|---|---|---|---|
| GND | Ground | CH package ground path is taken through the substrate. |  |
| Port 1 | RF Input / Output | Port 1 is DC short and AC matched to 50Ω over the specified RF frequency range. |  |
| Port 2 | LO Input | Port 2 is DC open and AC matched to 50Ω over the specified LO frequency range. | |
| Port 3 | I Input / Output | Port 3 is diode coupled and AC matched to 50Ω over the specified I port frequency range. |  |
| Port 4 | Q Input / Output | Port 4 is diode coupled and AC matched to 50Ω over the specified Q port frequency range. | |
MMIQ-0416HCH-2
Passive GaAs MMIC IQ Mixer
Specifications
Absolute Maximum Ratings
The Absolute Maximum Ratings indicate limits beyond which damage may occur to the device. If these limits are exceeded, the device may be inoperable or have a reduced lifetime.
| Parameter | Maximum Rating | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| I Port | 30 | mA |
| Maximum Operating Temperature | 100 | °C |
| Maximum Storage Temperature | 125 | °C |
| Minimum Operating Temperature | -55 | °C |
| Minimum Storage Temperature | -65 | °C |
| Power Handling, at any Port | 26 | dBm |
| Q Port | 30 | mA |
Package Information
| Parameter | Details | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | - | 2.28x2.09mm |
Recommended Operating Conditions
The Recommended Operating Conditions indicate the limits, inside which the device should be operated to guarantee the performance given in Electrical Specifications. Operating outside these limits may not necessarily cause damage to the device, but the performance may degrade outside the limits of the electrical specifications. For limits, above which damage may occur, see Absolute Maximum Ratings.
| Parameter | Min | Nominal | Max | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ambient Temperature | -55 | 25 | 100 | °C |
| RF/IF Input Power | - | - | 12 | dBm |
| LO Input Power | 14 | 20 | 22 | dBm |
MMIQ-0416HCH-2
Passive GaAs MMIC IQ Mixer
Electrical Specifications
The electrical specifications apply at TA=+25°C in a 50Ω system. Typical data shown is for a down conversion application with a +20 dBm sine wave LO input. Min and Max limits apply only to our connectorized units and are guaranteed at TA=+25°C.
| Parameter | Test Conditions | Minimum Frequency (GHz) | Maximum Frequency (GHz) | Min | Typ | Max | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amplitude Balance 1 | - | - | - | - | 0.6 | - | dB |
| Conversion Loss 2 | RF/LO = 4 - 15 GHz I = DC - 0.2 GHz | 4 | 15 | - | 12 | 15 | dB |
| Conversion Loss 3 | RF/LO = 4 - 15 GHz Q = DC - 0.2 GHz | 4 | 15 | - | 12 | 15 | dB |
| Conversion Loss 4 | RF/LO = 4 - 16 GHz I = 0.2 - 6 GHz | 4 | 16 | - | 13 | - | dB |
| Conversion Loss 5 | RF/LO = 4 - 16 GHz Q = 0.2 - 6 GHz | 4 | 16 | - | 13 | - | dB |
| IF Frequency Range | - | - | - | 0 | - | 6 | GHz |
| Image Rejection 6 | RF/LO = 4 - 16 GHz I+Q = DC – 0.2 GHz | 4 | 16 | - | 29 | - | dBc |
| Input 1 dB Gain Compression Point (P1dB), I | - | - | - | - | 12 | - | dBm |
| Input 1 dB Gain Compression Point (P1dB), Q | - | - | - | - | 12 | - | dBm |
| Input IP3 7 | RF/LO = 4 - 6 GHz I = DC – 0.2 GHz | 4 | 6 | - | 25 | - | dBm |
| LO Frequency Range | - | - | - | 4 | - | 16 | GHz |
| LO-IF Isolation | IF/LO = 4 - 16 GHz | 4 | 16 | - | 40 | - | dB |
| LO-RF Isolation | RF/LO = 4 - 16 GHz | 4 | 16 | - | 59 | - | dB |
| Noise Figure 8 | RF/LO = 4 - 16 GHz I = DC – 0.2 GHz | 4 | 16 | - | 12 | - | dB |
| Noise Figure 9 | RF/LO = 4 - 16 GHz Q = DC – 0.2 GHz | 4 | 16 | - | 12 | - | dB |
| Phase Balance | - | - | - | - | 4 | - | ° |
| Q (Port 4) Frequency Range | - | - | - | 0 | - | 6 | GHz |
| RF Frequency Range | - | - | - | 4 | - | 16 | GHz |
| RF-IF Isolation | RF/LO = 4 - 6 GHz I = DC – 0.2 GHz | 4 | 6 | - | 29 | - | dB |
| Parameter | Test Conditions | Minimum Frequency (GHz) | Maximum Frequency (GHz) | Min | Typ | Max | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amplitude Balance 1 | - | - | - | - | 0.6 | - | dB |
| Conversion Loss 2 | RF/LO = 4 - 15 GHz I = DC - 0.2 GHz | 4 | 15 | - | 12 | 15 | dB |
| Conversion Loss 3 | RF/LO = 4 - 15 GHz Q = DC - 0.2 GHz | 4 | 15 | - | 12 | 15 | dB |
| Conversion Loss 4 | RF/LO = 4 - 16 GHz I = 0.2 - 6 GHz | 4 | 16 | - | 13 | - | dB |
| Conversion Loss 5 | RF/LO = 4 - 16 GHz Q = 0.2 - 6 GHz | 4 | 16 | - | 13 | - | dB |
| IF Frequency Range | - | - | - | 0 | - | 6 | GHz |
| Image Rejection 6 | RF/LO = 4 - 16 GHz I+Q = DC – 0.2 GHz | 4 | 16 | - | 29 | - | dBc |
| Input 1 dB Gain Compression Point (P1dB), I | - | - | - | - | 12 | - | dBm |
| Input 1 dB Gain Compression Point (P1dB), Q | - | - | - | - | 12 | - | dBm |
| Input IP3 7 | RF/LO = 4 - 6 GHz I = DC – 0.2 GHz | 4 | 6 | - | 25 | - | dBm |
| LO Frequency Range | - | - | - | 4 | - | 16 | GHz |
| LO-IF Isolation | IF/LO = 4 - 16 GHz | 4 | 16 | - | 40 | - | dB |
| LO-RF Isolation | RF/LO = 4 - 16 GHz | 4 | 16 | - | 59 | - | dB |
| Noise Figure 8 | RF/LO = 4 - 16 GHz I = DC – 0.2 GHz | 4 | 16 | - | 12 | - | dB |
| Noise Figure 9 | RF/LO = 4 - 16 GHz Q = DC – 0.2 GHz | 4 | 16 | - | 12 | - | dB |
| Phase Balance | - | - | - | - | 4 | - | ° |
| Q (Port 4) Frequency Range | - | - | - | 0 | - | 6 | GHz |
| RF Frequency Range | - | - | - | 4 | - | 16 | GHz |
| RF-IF Isolation | RF/LO = 4 - 6 GHz I = DC – 0.2 GHz | 4 | 6 | - | 29 | - | dB |
[1] Amplitude and phase balance measured in a down conversion.
[2][3][4][5] Measured as an I/Q down converter (i.e., I and Q powers are not combined)
[6] Image Rejection and Single sideband performance plots are defined by the upper sideband (USB) or lower sideband (LSB) with respect to the LO signal. Plots are defined by which sideband is selected by the external IF quadrature hybrid.
[7] Typical IIP3 is measured with I and Q ports combined with an external quadrature hybrid coupler in a down conversion.
[8] Mixer Noise Figure typically measures within 0.5 dB of conversion loss for IF frequencies greater than 5 MHz.
[9] Mixer Noise Figure typically measures within 0.5 dB of conversion loss for IF frequencies greater than 5 MHz.
MMIQ-0416HCH-2
Passive GaAs MMIC IQ Mixer
Typical Performance Plots
I output means that the IF output signal is measured at the I port of the mixer and the Q port is loaded. Q output means the IF output signal is measured at the Q port of the mixer while the I port is loaded.
MMIQ-0416HCH-2
Passive GaAs MMIC IQ Mixer
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Passive GaAs MMIC IQ Mixer
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Passive GaAs MMIC IQ Mixer
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Passive GaAs MMIC IQ Mixer
MMIQ-0416HS - Typical Performance Plots
I output means that the IF output signal is measured at the I port of the mixer and the Q port is loaded. Q output means the IF output signal is measured at the Q port of the mixer while the I port is loaded.
Performance plots for the connectorized module are shown for measurements where directly probed measurements of the die are unavailable. Note that the following measurements include losses from connectors and microstrip traces.
MMIQ-0416HCH-2
Passive GaAs MMIC IQ Mixer
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Passive GaAs MMIC IQ Mixer
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Passive GaAs MMIC IQ Mixer
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Passive GaAs MMIC IQ Mixer
Application Circuit
MMIQ-0416HCH-2
Passive GaAs MMIC IQ Mixer
