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 M4-0140LK

Features

  • LO/RF 1.0 to 40.0 GHz
  • IF DC to 500 MHz
  • 9.5 dB Typical Conversion Loss
  • 30 dB Typical LO to RF Isolation
  • Super-Broadband RF and LO
  • Available with 2.40 or 2.92 mm Connectors

Applications

N/A

Functional Block Diagram

Block Diagram

Part Ordering Options

Part NumberDescriptionPackageConnectorsGreen StatusProduct LifecycleExport Classification
M4-0140HKDouble-Balanced 1 - 40 GHz MixersKStandardConsult FactoryEnd of LifeEAR99
M4-0140LKVDouble-Balanced 1 - 40 GHz Mixers-StandardConsult FactoryReleasedEAR99
M4-0140LKDouble-Balanced 1 - 40 GHz MixersKStandardConsult FactoryReleasedEAR99

Table Of Contents

Revision History

Revision CodeRevision DateComment
-2023-09-01Initial Release on New Format
A2024-03-20Updated Performance Plots due to Diode Change

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Port Configuration and Functions

Port Diagram

Diagram of the port configuration for M4-0140LK

Port Functions

PortFunctionConnector TypeDescriptionDC Equivalent
Circuit
Port 1LO 2.92FPort 1 is DC short for the K package.Equivalent circuit for the LO
Port 2IF 2.92FPort 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-20.32 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=1-40 GHz
IF=DC-0.5 GHz
-9.512dB
Input IP3 LO/RF=1-40 GHz
L diode level 10-13 dBm
-13-dBm
Input P1dB LO/RF=1-40 GHz
L diode level 10-13 dBm
-3-dBm
LO-IF Isolation LO/RF=1-40 GHz
-27-dB
LO-RF Isolation LO/RF=1-40 GHz
2030-dB
RF-IF Isolation LO/RF=1-40 GHz
-25-dB
IF Frequency Range -0-0.5GHz
RF Frequency Range -1-40GHz

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Typical Performance Plots

Conversion Loss (dB) graph for M4-0140LK
Relative IF Response (dB) graph for M4-0140LK
LO to RF Isolation (dB) graph for M4-0140LK
LO to IF Isolation (dB) graph for M4-0140LK
RF to IF Isolation (dB) graph for M4-0140LK
Input IP3 graph for M4-0140LK

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Mechanical Data

Outline Drawing

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Outline Drawing

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