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MBAL-0214PSM
2 - 14 GHz MMIC Isolation Balun
The MBAL-0214PSM is a GaAs passive MMIC balun in a DFN surface mount package. This high isolation balun features excellent amplitude and phase balance across its 2 to 14 GHz frequency range and offers a 2:1 impedance ratio. The compact DFN package allows for extreme miniaturization of SMT footprints. The MBAL-0214PSM is an excellent choice for balanced amplifiers, clock distribution, and higher order Nyquist sampling in analog to digital converters.
| Parameter | Typ | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Frequency Range | 2 to 14 | GHz |
| Insertion Loss as a Mode Converter | 2.1 | dB |
| Phase Balance | 1.9 | ° |
| Amplitude Balance | 0.3 | dB |
| Impedance Ratio | 2:1 | - |
| Common Mode Rejection | 32 | dB |
Summary only – refer to the Electrical Specifications, Absolute Maximum Ratings, and Recommended Operating Range tables for complete details.
| Part Number | Description | Package | Green Status | Product Lifecycle | Export Classification |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MBAL-0214PSM | 2 - 14 GHz MMIC Isolation Balun | DFN | REACH RoHS | Released | EAR99 |
| EVB-MBAL-0214P | Evaluation Board, 2-14 GHz Passive MMIC DFN Package Balun | EVB | REACH RoHS | Released | EAR99 |
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Measured data is de-embedded from fixture using AFR.
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Measured data is de-embedded from fixture using AFR.
The electrical specifications apply at TA=+25°C in a 50Ω system. Min and Max limits are guaranteed at TA=+25°C.
| Parameter | Test Conditions | Minimum Frequency (GHz) | Maximum Frequency (GHz) | Min | Typ | Max | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frequency Range | - | 2 | 14 | - | - | - | GHz |
| Insertion Loss as a Mode Converter | Temp = 25°C | 2 | 14 | - | 2.1 | - | dB |
| Nominal Phase Shift | Temp = 25°C | - | - | - | 180 | - | ° |
| Common Port Return Loss | Temp = 25°C | 2 | 14 | - | 16 | - | dB |
| Common Mode Return Loss | Temp = 25°C | 2 | 14 | - | 6 | - | dB |
| Output Return Loss | Temp = 25°C | 2 | 14 | - | 13 | - | dB |
| Isolation | Temp = 25°C | 2 | 14 | - | 11 | - | dB |
| Amplitude Balance | Temp = 25°C | 2 | 14 | - | 0.3 | - | dB |
| Phase Balance | Temp = 25°C | 2 | 14 | - | 1.9 | - | ° |
| Common Mode Rejection | Temp = 25°C | 2 | 14 | - | 32 | - | dB |
| Impedance | Temp = 25°C | - | - | - | 50 | - | Ω |
| Impedance Ratio | - | 2 | 14 | - | 2:1 | - | - |
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.
| Parameter | Maximum Rating | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Operating Temperature | 100 | °C |
| Maximum Storage Temperature | 125 | °C |
| Minimum Operating Temperature | -55 | °C |
| Minimum Storage Temperature | -65 | °C |
| Parameter | Details | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ESD | 250 to < 500 Volts | HBM Class 1A |
| Dimensions | - | 1.3 x 2.0 mm |
| Moisture Sensitivity Level | - | MSL 1 |
An X-ray top-down view of the MBAL-0214PSM package outline drawing is shown below. The MMIC Baluns are passive reciprocal devices allowing either signal splitting or combining.
| Port | Function | Description | DC Equivalent Circuit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ground Paddle | Gnd | Ground paddle should be connected to RF ground |  |
| Pin 1 | Non-connect (NC) | Pin 1 is not connected internally and should be tied to RF ground. |  |
| Pin 2 | Common | Pin 2 is the common input/output port. It is DC open to ground. | |
| Pin 3 | Non-connect (NC) | Pin 3 is not connected internally and should be tied to RF ground. | |
| Pin 4 | Input/Output 1 | Pin 4 is an input/output port. It is DC open to ground. | |
| Pin 5 | Non-connect (NC) | Pin 5 is not connected internally and should be tied to RF ground. | |
| Pin 6 | Input/Output 2 | Pin 6 is an input/output port. It is DC open to ground. | |
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| Revision Code | Revision Date | Comment |
|---|---|---|
| - | 2026-02-24 | Initial Release |
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