NOT RECOMMENDED FOR NEW DESIGN

Device Overview

General Description

The IRW-0618 is an image reject mixer that performs single sided downconversion, or "image reject" conversion, and offers excellent image rejection across broad bandwidths. This broadband mixer spans 6 to 18 GHz on the RF and LO ports with an IF from 4 to 210 MHz. IR series mixers have generally been replaced with MMIQ mixers with superior performance, repeatability, and availability. IR series mixers are still used in legacy systems and are suitable for laboratory use.

Photo of IRW-0618LXW-2

Features

  • LO/RF 6.0 to 18.0 GHz
  • IF 4 to 210 MHz
  • 10 dB Typical Conversion Loss
  • 35 dB Typical LO to RF Isolation
  • 23 dB Typical Image Rejection
  • Connectorized
  • Ultra-Broadband IF

Applications

N/A

Functional Block Diagram

Block Diagram

Part Ordering Options

Part NumberDescriptionPackageConnectorsGreen StatusProduct LifecycleExport ClassificationRecommended Replacement
IRW-0618LXW-1Image Reject Double-Balanced 6 - 18 GHz MixerXWStandard

Non-RoHS

Not Recommended for New DesignEAR99

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IRW-0618MXW-1Image Reject Double-Balanced 6 - 18 GHz MixerXWStandard

Non-RoHS

Not Recommended for New DesignEAR99

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IRW-0618LXW-2Image Reject Double-Balanced MixersXWStandard

Non-RoHS

Not Recommended for New DesignEAR99

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IRW-0618MXW-2Image Reject Double-Balanced MixersXWStandard

Non-RoHS

Not Recommended for New DesignEAR99

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Table Of Contents

Revision History

Revision CodeRevision DateComment
A2024-11-01Updated according to ECN#24097. Electrical spec table updated.

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Port Configuration and Functions

Port Functions

PortFunctionConnector TypeDescriptionDC Equivalent
Circuit
GNDGround -XW package ground taken through metal housing.Equivalent circuit for the Ground
LOLO Input SMAFLO port is DC short and AC matched to 50Ω over the specified LO frequency range.Equivalent circuit for the LO Input
QQ Input / Output SMAFQ port is diode coupled and AC matched to 50Ω over the specified Q port frequency range.Equivalent circuit for the Q Input / Output
RFRF Input / Output SMAFRF port is DC short and AC matched to 50Ω over the specified RF frequency range.Equivalent circuit for the RF Input / Output

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Specifications

Package Information

ParameterDetailsRating
WeightPackage name: XW40g
Dimensions-20.32 x 20.32 mm
ParameterMinNominalMaxUnit
LO Input Power 10-13-

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Electrical Specifications

Specifications guaranteed from -55 to +100°C, measured in a 50-Ohm system.

ParameterTest ConditionsMinimum
Frequency
(GHz)
Maximum
Frequency
(GHz)
MinTypMaxUnit
Conversion Loss LO/RF=6-18 GHz
IF=0.004-0.21 GHz
6 18-1014dB
Image Rejection LO/RF=6-18 GHz
IF=0.004-0.21 GHz
6 18-23-dB
Input IP3 LO/RF=6-18 GHz
LO drive level, L Diode Option=10-13 dBm
6 18-14-dBm
Input P1dB LO/RF=6-18 GHz
LO drive level, L Diode Option=10-13 dBm
6 18-4-dBm
LO-IF Isolation LO/RF=8-18 GHz
8 18-25-dB
LO-RF Isolation LO/RF=8-18 GHz
8 182535-dB
RF-IF Isolation LO/RF=8-18 GHz
8 18-25-dB
IF Frequency Range -- -0.004-0.21GHz
RF Frequency Range -- -6-18GHz

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Mechanical Data

Outline Drawing

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Outline Drawing

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