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Device Overview

General Description

M4 diplexed IF mixers are hybrid assemblies that combine a low frequency IF (to DC) with a multi-decade bandwidth RF and LO. M4 mixers are commonly used for single tone analyzers (such as antenna test systems) with ultra-broad frequency ranges.

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Features

  • LO/RF .5 to 50.0 GHz
  • IF DC to 300 MHz
  • 9.0 dB Typical Conversion Loss
  • 27 dB Typical LO to RF Isolation
  • Super-Broadband RF and LO

Applications

N/A

Functional Block Diagram

Block Diagram

Part Ordering Options

Part NumberDescriptionPackageConnectorsGreen StatusProduct LifecycleExport ClassificationRecommended Replacement
M4-0050HTVDouble-Balanced MixersTVStandardConsult FactoryEnd of LifeEAR99

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M4-0050LTVDouble-Balanced MixersTVStandard

Non-RoHS

ReleasedEAR99

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Port Configuration and Functions

Port Functions

PortFunctionConnector TypeDescriptionDC Equivalent
Circuit
Port 1LO 2.4FPort 1 is DC short for the TV package.Equivalent circuit for the LO
Port 2IF SMAFPort 2 is diode connected for the TV Package.Equivalent circuit for the IF
Port 3RF -Port 3 is DC short for the TV Package.Equivalent circuit for the RF

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Specifications

Package Information

ParameterDetailsRating
Dimensions-43.18 x 18.8 mm
ParameterMinNominalMaxUnit
LO Input Power 16-19-

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Electrical Specifications

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

ParameterTest ConditionsMinTypMaxUnit
Conversion Loss LO/RF=.5-50 GHz
IF=DC-.1 GHz
-914dB
Conversion Loss LO/RF=.5-50 GHz
IF=DC-.3 GHz
-1015.5dB
Input IP3 LO/RF=.5-50 GHz
LO drive level, H Diode Option=16-19 dBm
-19-dBm
Input P1dB LO/RF=.5-50 GHz
LO drive level, H Diode Option=16-19 dBm
-9-dBm
LO-IF Isolation LO/RF=.5-50 GHz
-27-dB
LO-RF Isolation LO/RF=.5-50 GHz
-27-dB
RF-IF Isolation LO/RF=.5-50 GHz
-25-dB
IF Frequency Range -0-0.3GHz
RF Frequency Range -0.5-50GHz

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Mechanical Data

Outline Drawing

Outline Drawing

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