Port Diagram
A top-down view of the MMD-40120H’s CH package outline drawing is shown below. The MMD-40120H should only be used in the forward direction, with the input and output ports given in Port Functions

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MMD-40120H is a MMIC millimeter wave 2x multiplier fabricated with GaAs Schottky diodes. MMD-40120H operates over a 20 to 60 GHz input frequency range or a doubled output frequency range of 40 to 120 GHz. MMD-40120H is available as a connectorized coaxial module using 1.0 mm connectors on the output. Wire bondable die are also available
| Part Number | Description | Package | Connectors | Green Status | Product Lifecycle | Export Classification |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MMD-40120HM | GaAs MMIC Millimeter Wave Doubler | M | Standard | REACH RoHS | Released | EAR99 |
| MMD-40120HCH | GaAs MMIC Millimeter Wave Doubler | CH | - | REACH RoHS | Released | EAR99 |
| Part Number | Description | Package | Connectors | Green Status | Product Lifecycle | Export Classification |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MMD-40120HM | GaAs MMIC Millimeter Wave Doubler | M | Standard | REACH RoHS | Released | EAR99 |
| MMD-40120HCH | GaAs MMIC Millimeter Wave Doubler | CH | - | REACH RoHS | Released | EAR99 |
MMD-40120HCH
GaAs MMIC Millimeter Wave Doubler
| Revision Code | Revision Date | Comment |
|---|---|---|
| - | 2022-11-01 | Initial Datasheet Release |
| A | 2024-03-14 | Export Classification Update |
MMD-40120HCH
GaAs MMIC Millimeter Wave Doubler
A top-down view of the MMD-40120H’s CH package outline drawing is shown below. The MMD-40120H should only be used in the forward direction, with the input and output ports given in Port Functions
| Port | Function | Description | DC Equivalent Circuit |
|---|---|---|---|
| GND | Ground | CH package ground path is provided through the substrate and ground bond pads. M package ground provided through metal housing and outer coax conductor. | |
| Port 1 | Input | Input x1 Frequency Port.Port 1 is DC coupled to the diodes for the CH and M packages. Blocking capacitor is optional. | |
| Port 2 | Output | 2x Input Frequency output port.Port 2 is DC open for the CH and M package |
MMD-40120HCH
GaAs MMIC Millimeter Wave Doubler
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 lifetimeThe 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Operating Temperature | 100 | °C |
| Maximum Storage Temperature | 125 | °C |
| Minimum Operating Temperature | -55 | °C |
| Minimum Storage Temperature | -65 | °C |
| Port 1 DC Current | 25 | mA |
| Power Handling, at any Port | 25 | dBm |
| Parameter | Details | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ESD | 250 to < 500 Volts | HBM Class 1A |
| Dimensions | - | 1.17 x 1.38 mm |
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 |
| Input Power | 10 | 12 | 15 | dBm |
MMD-40120HCH
GaAs MMIC Millimeter Wave Doubler
The electrical specifications apply at TA=+25°C in a 50Ω system. Typical data shown is for the connectorized M package doubler used in the forward direction with a nominal +12 dBm sine wave input. Min and Max limits apply only to our connectorized units and are guaranteed at TA=+25°C. RF testing of our die is performed on a sample basis to verify conformance to datasheet guaranteed specifications.
| Parameter | Test Conditions | Minimum Frequency (GHz) | Maximum Frequency (GHz) | Min | Typ | Max | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Conversion Loss | Second Harmonic Output | 40 | 120 | - | 10 | 15 | dB |
| Input Frequency Range | - | - | - | 20 | - | 60 | GHz |
| Input Power | - | - | - | 10 | 12 | 15 | dBm |
| Isolation, 1F 1 | Input = 20 – 60 GHz Output = 20 – 60 GHz | 20 | 60 | - | 40 | - | dB |
| Isolation, 3F 2 | Input = 20 – 40 GHz Output = 60 – 120 GHz | 60 | 120 | - | 50 | - | dB |
| Isolation, 4F 3 | Input = 20 – 30 GHz Output = 80 – 120 GHz | 80 | 120 | - | 25 | - | dB |
| Output Frequency Range 4 | - | - | - | 40 | - | 120 | GHz |
| Suppression, 1F 5 | Input = 20 – 60 GHz Output = 20 – 60 GHz | 20 | 60 | - | 30 | - | dBc |
| Suppression, 3F 6 | Input = 20 – 40 GHz Output = 60 – 120 GHz | 60 | 120 | - | 40 | - | dBc |
| Suppression, 4F 7 | Input = 20 – 30 GHz Output = 80 – 120 GHz | 80 | 120 | - | 15 | - | dBc |
| Parameter | Test Conditions | Minimum Frequency (GHz) | Maximum Frequency (GHz) | Min | Typ | Max | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Conversion Loss | Second Harmonic Output | 40 | 120 | - | 10 | 15 | dB |
| Input Frequency Range | - | - | - | 20 | - | 60 | GHz |
| Input Power | - | - | - | 10 | 12 | 15 | dBm |
| Isolation, 1F 1 | Input = 20 – 60 GHz Output = 20 – 60 GHz | 20 | 60 | - | 40 | - | dB |
| Isolation, 3F 2 | Input = 20 – 40 GHz Output = 60 – 120 GHz | 60 | 120 | - | 50 | - | dB |
| Isolation, 4F 3 | Input = 20 – 30 GHz Output = 80 – 120 GHz | 80 | 120 | - | 25 | - | dB |
| Output Frequency Range 4 | - | - | - | 40 | - | 120 | GHz |
| Suppression, 1F 5 | Input = 20 – 60 GHz Output = 20 – 60 GHz | 20 | 60 | - | 30 | - | dBc |
| Suppression, 3F 6 | Input = 20 – 40 GHz Output = 60 – 120 GHz | 60 | 120 | - | 40 | - | dBc |
| Suppression, 4F 7 | Input = 20 – 30 GHz Output = 80 – 120 GHz | 80 | 120 | - | 15 | - | dBc |
[1][2][3] Isolation is defined as the harmonic power relative to the 1F fundamental input power.
[4] Output return loss measured with a fixed frequency large signal 67 GHz input.
[5][6][7] Suppressions and isolations measured with an input source with >60dBc (relative to fundamental input) harmonic suppression.Suppression is defined as the harmonic power relative to the 2F doubled output power.
MMD-40120HCH
GaAs MMIC Millimeter Wave Doubler
MMD-40120HCH
GaAs MMIC Millimeter Wave Doubler
MMD-40120HCH
GaAs MMIC Millimeter Wave Doubler
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.
MMD-40120HCH
GaAs MMIC Millimeter Wave Doubler
MMD-40120HCH
GaAs MMIC Millimeter Wave Doubler