NOT RECOMMENDED FOR NEW DESIGN

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.

Photo of M4-0126LK

Features

  • LO/RF 1 to 26.5 GHz
  • IF DC to 700 MHz
  • 8 dB Typical Conversion Loss
  • 30 dB Typical LO to RF Isolation
  • Ultra-Broadband RF and LO

Applications

N/A

Functional Block Diagram

Block Diagram

Part Ordering Options

Part NumberDescriptionPackageConnectorsGreen StatusProduct LifecycleExport ClassificationRecommended Replacement
M4-0126LKDouble-Balanced 1 - 26.5 MixerKStandard

Non-RoHS

Not Recommended for New DesignEAR99

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M4-0126HKDouble-Balanced 1 - 26.5 MixerKStandardConsult FactoryEnd of LifeEAR99

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Port Configuration and Functions

Port Diagram

Diagram of the port configuration for M4-0126LK

Port Functions

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

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Specifications

Package Information

ParameterDetailsRating
WeightPackage name: K25g
Dimensions-27.94 X 18.80 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 ConditionsMinTypMaxUnit
Conversion Loss LO/RF=1-26.5 GHz
IF=DC-300 GHz
-810dB
Conversion Loss LO/RF=1-26.5 GHz
IF=DC-500 GHz
-8.511dB
Conversion Loss LO/RF=1-26.5 GHz
IF=DC-700 GHz
-1013dB
Input IP3 LO/RF=1-26.5 GHz
L Diode drive level=10-13 dBm
-9-dBm
Input P1dB LO/RF=1-26.5 GHz
L Diode drive level=10-13 dBm
-3-dBm
IF Frequency Range -0-0.7GHz
LO-RF Isolation --30-dB
RF Frequency Range -1-26.5GHz

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Typical Performance Plots

Low-End Conversion Loss (dB) graph for M4-0126LK
Conversion Loss (dB) graph for M4-0126LK
Relative IF Response (dB) graph for M4-0126LK
3rd Harmonic LO Conversion Loss (dB) graph for M4-0126LK
LO to RF Isolation (dB) graph for M4-0126LK
LO to IF Isolation (dB) graph for M4-0126LK
RF to IF Isolation (dB) graph for M4-0126LK
IF VSWR graph for M4-0126LK

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RF VSWR graph for M4-0126LK
LO VSWR graph for M4-0126LK

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Mechanical Data

Outline Drawing

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Outline Drawing

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