Port Diagram
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Device Overview
General Description
The T3-12 is a high performance mixer featuring LO/RF from 10 MHz to 12 GHz and IF from 1 MHz to 4 GHz. As with all T3 mixers, this mixer offers unparalleled nonlinear performance in terms of IIP3, P1dB, and spurious performance with a flexible LO drive requirement from +15 dBm to +27 dBm. The T3-12 is offered in connectorized, surface mount, and drop-in style packaging, suitable for any type of system level integration.
Features
- Ultra-Broadband RF, LO, and IF
- Compatible with Sine or Square-Wave LO
- Square-Wave LO delivers Industry-Leading Spurious, IP3, and P1dB Performance
Applications
- T3 Mixer Primer
Functional Block Diagram
Part Ordering Options
| Part Number | Description | Package | Connectors | Green Status | Product Lifecycle | Export Classification |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T3-12MQP | TWO-TONE-TERMINATOR MIXER | QP | Standard | Consult Factory | Released | EAR99 |
| T3-12LQP | Two-Tone-Terminator Mixer | QP | Standard | Non-RoHS |
Released | EAR99 |
| Part Number | Description | Package | Connectors | Green Status | Product Lifecycle | Export Classification |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T3-12MQP | TWO-TONE-TERMINATOR MIXER | QP | Standard | Consult Factory | Released | EAR99 |
| T3-12LQP | Two-Tone-Terminator Mixer | QP | Standard | Non-RoHS |
Released | EAR99 |
T3-12LQP
Two-Tone-Terminator Mixer
Table Of Contents
- Device Overview
- Port Configuration and Functions
- Revision History
- Specifications
- Mechanical Data
- Notes
Revision History
| Revision Code | Revision Date | Comment |
|---|---|---|
| - | 2008-01-01 | Initial Release |
| A | 2018-12-01 | Removed Leaded Surface Mount CQ package |
| B | 2021-10-01 | Updated SMT Package Outlines |
T3-12LQP
Two-Tone-Terminator Mixer
Port Configuration and Functions
Port Functions
| Port | Function | Connector Type | Description | Equivalent Circuit for Package |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IF | IF | SMAF | The IF port is DC blocked and AC matched to 50 Ohms from 1 MHz to 4 GHz. | 
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| LO | LO | 2.92F | The LO port is DC short to ground and AC matched to 50 Ohms from 10 MHz to 12 GHz. Blocking capacitor is optional. | 
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| RF | RF | 2.92F | The RF port is DC short to ground and AC matched to 50 Ohms from 10 MHz to 12 GHz. Blocking capacitor is optional. | 
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T3-12LQP
Two-Tone-Terminator Mixer
Specifications
Absolute Maximum Ratings
| Parameter | Maximum Rating | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| LO DC Current | 1 | A |
| Maximum Operating Temperature | 100 | °C |
| Maximum Storage Temperature | 125 | °C |
| Minimum Operating Temperature | -55 | °C |
| Minimum Storage Temperature | -65 | °C |
| RF DC Current | 1 | A |
| RF Power Handling (RF+LO), (L -Version) | 27 | dBm |
| RF Power Handling (RF+LO), (L -Version) | 25 | dBm |
Package Information
| Parameter | Details | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ESD | 250 to < 500 Volts | HBM Class 1A |
| Dimensions | - | 15.24 x 13.20 mm |
Recommended Operating Conditions
| Parameter | Min | Nominal | Max | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LO Input Power | 15 | - | 25 | dBm |
T3-12LQP
Two-Tone-Terminator Mixer
Electrical Specifications
| Parameter | Test Conditions | Min | Typ | Max | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Conversion Loss | LO/RF=.01-12 GHz IF=.001-0.5 GHz |
- | 7.5 | 10 | dB |
| Conversion Loss | LO/RF=.01-12 GHz IF=.001-4.0 GHz |
- | 8.5 | 12 | dB |
| IF Frequency Range | - | 0.001 | - | 4 | GHz |
| LO Frequency Range | - | 0.01 | - | 12 | GHz |
| RF Frequency Range | - | 0.01 | - | 12 | GHz |
| Input IP3 | - | - | 30 | - | dBm |
| Isolation, LO to RF | - | - | 30 | - | dB |
| Parameter | Test Conditions | Min | Typ | Max | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Conversion Loss | LO/RF=.01-12 GHz IF=.001-0.5 GHz |
- | 7.5 | 10 | dB |
| Conversion Loss | LO/RF=.01-12 GHz IF=.001-4.0 GHz |
- | 8.5 | 12 | dB |
| IF Frequency Range | - | 0.001 | - | 4 | GHz |
| LO Frequency Range | - | 0.01 | - | 12 | GHz |
| RF Frequency Range | - | 0.01 | - | 12 | GHz |
| Input IP3 | - | - | 30 | - | dBm |
| Isolation, LO to RF | - | - | 30 | - | dB |
T3-12LQP
Two-Tone-Terminator Mixer
Typical Performance
T3-12LQP
Two-Tone-Terminator Mixer
T3-12LQP
Two-Tone-Terminator Mixer
