Device Overview

General Description

MMIQ-1037H is a high linearity, passive GaAs MMIC IQ mixer. This is an ultra-broadband mixer spanning 10 to 37 GHz on the RF and LO ports with an IF from DC to 12 GHz. Up to 30 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.

Photo of MMIQ-1037HS

Features

RF/LO Frequency Range: 10 - 37 GHz
IF Frequency Range: DC - 12 GHz
I+Q Conversion Loss: 9 dB
Image Rejection: 25 dB
LO-RF Isolation: 47 dB

Applications

  • Single Sideband and Image Rejection Mixing
  • IQ Modulation / Demodulation
  • Vector Amplitude Modulation
  • Band Shifting
  • 5G Band Support

Functional Block Diagram

Block Diagram

Part Ordering Options

Part NumberDescriptionPackageConnectorsGreen StatusProduct LifecycleExport Classification
MMIQ-1037HSPassive GaAs MMIC IQ MixerSStandard

REACH

RoHS

ReleasedEAR99

Table Of Contents

Revision History

Revision CodeRevision DateComment
-2017-09-01Datasheet Initial Release
A2019-08-01Changed I/Q Max Current Rating

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Port Configuration and Functions

Port Diagram

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.

Diagram of the port configuration for MMIQ-1037HS

Port Functions

PortFunctionConnector TypeDescriptionDC Equivalent
Circuit
GNDGround -S package ground provided through metal housing and outer coax conductor.Equivalent circuit for the Ground
Port 1RF Input / Output -Port 1 is DC short and AC matched to 50Ω over the specified RF frequency range.Equivalent circuit for the RF Input / Output
Port 2LO Input -Port 2 is DC open and AC matched to 50Ω over the specified LO frequency range. Equivalent circuit for the LO Input
Port 3I Input / Output -Port 3 is diode coupled and AC matched to 50Ω over the specified I port frequency range.Equivalent circuit for the I Input / Output
Port 4Q Input / Output -Port 4 is diode coupled and AC matched to 50Ω over the specified Q port frequency range.Equivalent circuit for the Q Input / Output

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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.

ParameterMaximum RatingUnit
Maximum Operating Temperature 100°C
Maximum Storage Temperature 125°C
Minimum Operating Temperature -55°C
Minimum Storage Temperature -65°C
Port 3 DC Current 30mA
Port 4 DC Current 30mA
Power Handling, at any Port 27dBm

Package Information

ParameterDetailsRating
ESD250 to < 500 VoltsHBM Class 1A
WeightPackage name: S14g
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.

ParameterMinNominalMaxUnit
Ambient Temperature -5525100°C
RF/IF Input Power --11dBm
LO Input Power 131923dBm

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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 +19dBm sine wave LO input. Min and Max limits apply only to our connectorized units and are guaranteed at TA=+25°C

ParameterTest ConditionsMinimum
Frequency
(GHz)
Maximum
Frequency
(GHz)
MinTypMaxUnit
Amplitude Balance -- --0.01-dB
Conversion Loss 1RF/LO = 10 - 37 GHz
I = 0.2- 12 GHz
10 37-12-dB
Conversion Loss 2RF/LO = 10 - 37 GHz
I = DC - 0.2 GHz
10 37-1215dB
Conversion Loss 3RF/LO = 10 - 37 GHz
Q = 0.2 - 12 GHz
10 37-14-dB
Conversion Loss 4RF/LO = 10 - 37 GHz
Q = DC - 0.2 GHz
10 37-1215dB
IF Frequency Range -- -0-12GHz
Image Rejection 5RF/LO = 10 - 37 GHz
I+Q = DC - 0.2 GHz
10 37-25-dBc
Input 1 dB Gain Compression Point (P1dB), I -- --11-dBm
Input 1 dB Gain Compression Point (P1dB), Q -- --11-dBm
Input IP3 RF/LO = 10 - 37 GHz
I = DC - 0.2 GHz
10 37-25-dBm
LO Frequency Range -- -10-37GHz
LO-IF Isolation IF/LO = 10 - 37 GHz
10 37-48-dB
LO-RF Isolation RF/LO = 10 - 37 GHz
10 37-47-dB
Noise Figure 6RF/LO = 10 - 37 GHz
I = DC - 0.2 GHz
10 37-12-dB
Noise Figure 7RF/LO = 10 - 37 GHz
Q = DC - 0.2 GHz
10 37-12-dB
Phase Balance -- --5-°
Q (Port 4) Frequency Range -- -0-12GHz
RF Frequency Range -- -10-37GHz
RF-IF Isolation RF/IF = 10 - 37 GHz
10 37-38-dB

[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][7] Mixer Noise Figure typically measures within 0.5 dB of conversion loss for IF frequencies greater than 5 MHz.

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Typical Performance Plots

The test conditions and frequency plan below applies to all following sections unless otherwise specified.

Parameter 1

[6] 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.

I/Q Conversion Loss (dB) graph for MMIQ-1037HS
LO to RF Isolation (dB) graph for MMIQ-1037HS
LO to IF Isolation (dB) graph for MMIQ-1037HS
RF to IF Isolation (dB) graph for MMIQ-1037HS

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Relative IF Response (dB) graph for MMIQ-1037HS
Relative IF Response (dB) graph for MMIQ-1037HS
I/Q Amplitude Balance vs. LO Power (dB) graph for MMIQ-1037HS
I/Q Quadrature Phase Balance vs. LO Power (°) graph for MMIQ-1037HS
RF Return Loss (dB) graph for MMIQ-1037HS
LO Return Loss (dB) graph for MMIQ-1037HS
IF Return Loss (dB) graph for MMIQ-1037HS
IF Return Loss (dB) graph for MMIQ-1037HS

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USB I+Q Downconversion Loss vs. LO Power (dB) graph for MMIQ-1037HS
USB I+Q Downconversion Image Rejection vs. LO Power (dBc) graph for MMIQ-1037HS
LSB I+Q Downconversion Loss vs. LO Power (dB) graph for MMIQ-1037HS
LSB I+Q Downconversion Image Rejection vs. LO Power (dBc) graph for MMIQ-1037HS
USB I+Q Upconversion Loss vs. LO Power (dB) graph for MMIQ-1037HS
USB I+Q Upconversion Sideband Suppression vs. LO Power (dBc) graph for MMIQ-1037HS
LSB I+Q Upconversion Loss vs. LO Power (dB) graph for MMIQ-1037HS
LSB I+Q Upconversion Sideband Suppression vs. LO Power (dBc) graph for MMIQ-1037HS

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Typical Performance Plots: IP3

I+Q Input IP3 (dBm) graph for MMIQ-1037HS
I+Q Input IP3 vs. LO Power (dBm) graph for MMIQ-1037HS
I+Q Output IP3 (dBm) graph for MMIQ-1037HS
I+Q Output IP3 vs. LO Power (dBm) graph for MMIQ-1037HS

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Typical Performance Plots: LO Harmonic Isolation

LO Harmonic Isolation plots taken with the following test conditions and based on the following fundamental input signal frequency plan:

Parameter 2

Even LO Harmonic to RF Isolation (dB) graph for MMIQ-1037HS
Even LO Harmonic to IF Isolation (dB) graph for MMIQ-1037HS
Odd LO Harmonic to RF Isolation (dB) graph for MMIQ-1037HS
Odd LO Harmonic to IF Isolation (dB) graph for MMIQ-1037HS

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Typical Performance Plots: Band Shifter

Band Shifter performance plots are taken with the following test conditions and frequency plan:

Parameter 3

[1] 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.

I+Q Conversion Loss: Band Shifter, 10GHz IF (dB) graph for MMIQ-1037HS
I+Q Conversion Loss: Band Shifter, 20GHz IF (dB) graph for MMIQ-1037HS
I+Q Conversion Loss: Band Shifter, 30GHz IF (dB) graph for MMIQ-1037HS

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Typical Performance Plots: Vector Modulator

Vector Modulator performance plots are taken with the following test conditions and frequency plan:

Parameter 4

Parameter 4.5

Vector Modulator Insertion Loss (dB) graph for MMIQ-1037HS

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Vector Modulator Normalized Insertion Loss vs Phase: 20GHz (U) graph for MMIQ-1037HS
Vector Modulator Group Delay (ps) graph for MMIQ-1037HS
Vector Modulator Insertion Loss vs. Phase: 20GHz (dB) graph for MMIQ-1037HS

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Application Circuit

Application Circuit for MMIQ-1037HS

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Mechanical Data

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