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MMIQ-0520H is a high linearity, passive GaAs MMIC IQ mixer. This is an ultra-broadband mixer spanning 5 to 20GHz on the RF and LO ports with an IF from DC to 6 GHz. Up to 40 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.
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| Part Number | Description | Package | Connectors | Green Status | Product Lifecycle | Export Classification |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MMIQ-0520HS | Passive GaAs MMIC IQ Mixer | S | Standard | REACH RoHS | Released | EAR99 |
| Part Number | Description | Package | Connectors | Green Status | Product Lifecycle | Export Classification |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MMIQ-0520HS | Passive GaAs MMIC IQ Mixer | S | Standard | REACH RoHS | Released | EAR99 |
MMIQ-0520HS
Passive GaAs MMIC IQ Mixer
| Revision Code | Revision Date | Comment |
|---|---|---|
| - | 2017-09-01 | Datasheet Initial Release |
| A | 2018-07-01 | Corrected OIP3 Graph |
| B | 2019-08-01 | Changed I/Q Max Current Rating |
| C | 2022-08-01 | Updated I/Q Port Drawings |
| D | 2025-05-07 | Corrected Vector Modulator Current Table |
MMIQ-0520HS
Passive GaAs MMIC IQ Mixer
The mixer may be operated as either a downconverter or an upconverter. Use of the RF or IF as the input or output port will depend on the application. See Application Information for input and output port configuration for common applications.
| Port | Function | Connector Type | Description | DC Equivalent Circuit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GND | Ground | - | S package ground taken through metal housing. |  |
| Port 1 | RF Input / Output | SMAF | Port 1 is DC short and AC matched to 50Ω over the specified RF frequency range. |  |
| Port 2 | LO Input | SMAF | Port 2 is DC open and AC matched to 50Ω over the specified LO frequency range. |  |
| Port 3 | Q Input / Output | SMAF | Port 3 is diode coupled and AC matched to 50Ω over the specified I port frequency range. |  |
| Port 4 | I Input / Output | SMAF | Port 4 is diode coupled and AC matched to 50Ω over the specified Q port frequency range. | |
MMIQ-0520HS
Passive GaAs MMIC IQ Mixer
The Absolute Maximum Ratings indicate limits beyond which damage may occur to the device. All Absolute Maximum Ratings are individual and should not be met in parallel. 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 3 DC Current | 30 | mA |
| Port 4 DC Current | 30 | mA |
| Power Handling, at any Port | 27 | dBm |
| Parameter | Details | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ESD | 250 to < 500 Volts | HBM Class 1A |
| Weight | Package name: S | 14g |
| Dimensions | - | 14.22 x 13.21 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 |
| RF/IF Input Power | - | - | 11 | dBm |
| LO Input Power | 13 | 19 | 23 | dBm |
MMIQ-0520HS
Passive GaAs MMIC IQ Mixer
The electrical specifications apply at TA=+25°C in a 50Ω system. Typical data shown is for a down conversion application with a +19dBm sine wave LO input. Min and Max limits apply only to our connectorized units and are guaranteed at TA=+25°C. All bare die are 100% DC tested and visually inspected.
| Parameter | Test Conditions | Minimum Frequency (GHz) | Maximum Frequency (GHz) | Min | Typ | Max | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amplitude Balance | - | - | - | - | 0.4 | - | dB |
| Conversion Loss 1 | RF/LO = 5 - 20 GHz I = 0.2 - 6 GHz | 5 | 20 | - | 14 | - | dB |
| Conversion Loss 2 | RF/LO = 5 - 20 GHz I = DC - 0.2 GHz | 5 | 20 | - | 12 | 15 | dB |
| Conversion Loss 3 | RF/LO = 5 - 20 GHz Q = 0.2 - 6 GHz | 5 | 20 | - | 14 | - | dB |
| Conversion Loss 4 | RF/LO = 5 - 20 GHz Q = DC - 0.2 GHz | 5 | 20 | - | 12 | 15 | dB |
| IF Frequency Range | - | - | - | 0 | - | 6 | GHz |
| Image Rejection 5 | RF/LO = 5 - 20 GHz I+Q = DC – 0.2 GHz | 5 | 20 | - | 35 | - | dBc |
| Input 1 dB Gain Compression Point, Q | - | - | - | - | 11 | - | dBm |
| Input IP3 6 | RF/LO = 5 - 20 GHz I = DC – 0.2 GHz | 5 | 20 | - | 22 | - | dBm |
| LO Frequency Range | - | - | - | 5 | - | 20 | GHz |
| LO-IF Isolation | IF/LO = 5 - 20 GHz | 5 | 20 | - | 49 | - | dB |
| LO-RF Isolation | RF/LO = 5 - 20 GHz | 5 | 20 | - | 46 | - | dB |
| Noise Figure 7 | RF/LO = 5 - 20 GHz I = DC – 0.2 GHz | 5 | 20 | - | 12 | - | dB |
| Noise Figure 8 | RF/LO = 5 - 20 GHz Q = DC – 0.2 GHz | 5 | 20 | - | 12 | - | dB |
| Phase Balance | - | - | - | - | 2 | - | ° |
| Q (Port 3) Frequency Range | - | - | - | 0 | - | 6 | GHz |
| RF Frequency Range | - | - | - | 5 | - | 20 | GHz |
| RF-IF Isolation | RF/IF = 5 - 20 GHz | 5 | 20 | - | 39 | - | dB |
| Input 1 dB Gain Compression Point, I | - | - | - | - | 11 | - | dBm |
| Parameter | Test Conditions | Minimum Frequency (GHz) | Maximum Frequency (GHz) | Min | Typ | Max | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amplitude Balance | - | - | - | - | 0.4 | - | dB |
| Conversion Loss 1 | RF/LO = 5 - 20 GHz I = 0.2 - 6 GHz | 5 | 20 | - | 14 | - | dB |
| Conversion Loss 2 | RF/LO = 5 - 20 GHz I = DC - 0.2 GHz | 5 | 20 | - | 12 | 15 | dB |
| Conversion Loss 3 | RF/LO = 5 - 20 GHz Q = 0.2 - 6 GHz | 5 | 20 | - | 14 | - | dB |
| Conversion Loss 4 | RF/LO = 5 - 20 GHz Q = DC - 0.2 GHz | 5 | 20 | - | 12 | 15 | dB |
| IF Frequency Range | - | - | - | 0 | - | 6 | GHz |
| Image Rejection 5 | RF/LO = 5 - 20 GHz I+Q = DC – 0.2 GHz | 5 | 20 | - | 35 | - | dBc |
| Input 1 dB Gain Compression Point, Q | - | - | - | - | 11 | - | dBm |
| Input IP3 6 | RF/LO = 5 - 20 GHz I = DC – 0.2 GHz | 5 | 20 | - | 22 | - | dBm |
| LO Frequency Range | - | - | - | 5 | - | 20 | GHz |
| LO-IF Isolation | IF/LO = 5 - 20 GHz | 5 | 20 | - | 49 | - | dB |
| LO-RF Isolation | RF/LO = 5 - 20 GHz | 5 | 20 | - | 46 | - | dB |
| Noise Figure 7 | RF/LO = 5 - 20 GHz I = DC – 0.2 GHz | 5 | 20 | - | 12 | - | dB |
| Noise Figure 8 | RF/LO = 5 - 20 GHz Q = DC – 0.2 GHz | 5 | 20 | - | 12 | - | dB |
| Phase Balance | - | - | - | - | 2 | - | ° |
| Q (Port 3) Frequency Range | - | - | - | 0 | - | 6 | GHz |
| RF Frequency Range | - | - | - | 5 | - | 20 | GHz |
| RF-IF Isolation | RF/IF = 5 - 20 GHz | 5 | 20 | - | 39 | - | dB |
| Input 1 dB Gain Compression Point, I | - | - | - | - | 11 | - | dBm |
[1][2][3][4] Measured as an I/Q down converter (i.e., I and Q powers are not combined)
[5] 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.
[6] Typical IIP3 is measured with I and Q ports combined with an external quadrature hybrid coupler.
[7][8] Mixer Noise Figure typically measures within 0.5 dB of conversion loss for IF frequencies greater than 5 MHz.
MMIQ-0520HS
Passive GaAs MMIC IQ Mixer
The test conditions and frequency plan below applies to all following sections, unless otherwise specified.
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.
⁷ I+Q measurements taken with an external quadrature hybrid attached to the I and Q ports of the mixer. Orientation depends on up conversion or down conversion measurement.
MMIQ-0520HS
Passive GaAs MMIC IQ Mixer
MMIQ-0520HS
Passive GaAs MMIC IQ Mixer
MMIQ-0520HS
Passive GaAs MMIC IQ Mixer
MMIQ-0520HS
Passive GaAs MMIC IQ Mixer
LO Harmonic Isolation plots are taken with the following test conditions and based on the following fundamental input signal frequency plan:
MMIQ-0520HS
Passive GaAs MMIC IQ Mixer
Band Shifter performance plots are taken with the following test conditions and frequency plan:
Band shifter utilizes the mixer in a unique configuration with a low frequency LO signal. Refer to the Application Information section for more details.
⁹ Low frequency LO quadrature hybrid used to take data is the QH-0R714.
MMIQ-0520HS
Passive GaAs MMIC IQ Mixer
Vector Modulator performance plots are taken the following test conditions and frequency plan:
Nominal I/Q bias current given in the table to the right to tune a 10 GHz input signal’s phase to 0°, 90°, 180°, or 270° at the port 1 RF output.
Phase Shift (
°) |
I Port 4 Input Current (mA) | Q Port 3 Input Current (mA) |
| 0 | +23 | +25 |
| 90 | -23 | +25 |
| 180 | -23 | -25 |
| 270 | +23 | -25 |
MMIQ-0520HS
Passive GaAs MMIC IQ Mixer
MMIQ-0520HS
Passive GaAs MMIC IQ Mixer
