Device Overview

General Description

The MT3H-0113LSM is a triple balanced passive diode mixer offering high dynamic range, low conversion loss, and excellent repeatability. 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 +7 dBm to +15 dBm. RF, LO, and IF ports are all operated single ended due to integrated baluns. The MT3H-0113LSM is available in a 4x4mm QFN, or in an SMA connectorized evaluation fixture. The MT3H-0113LSM is a superior alternative to Marki Microwave carrier and packaged T3 mixers. If >+16dBm LO power is available, the higher barrier MT3H-0113HSM is recommended.

Photo of MT3H-0113LSM-2

Features

  • Industry-Leading Spurious, IP3, and P1dB Performance
  • RoHS Compliant
  • Broadband, Overlapping RF, LO and IF

Applications

N/A

Functional Block Diagram

Block Diagram

Part Ordering Options

Part NumberDescriptionPackageGreen StatusProduct LifecycleExport Classification
MT3H-0113LSM-2GaAs MMIC High Dynamic Range MixerQFN

REACH

RoHS

ReleasedEAR99
EVAL-MT3H-0113LEvaluation Board, GaAs MMIC High Dynamic Range MixerEVAL

REACH

RoHS

ReleasedEAR99

Table Of Contents

Revision History

Revision CodeRevision DateComment
-2017-01-01Initial Release
A2019-01-01Revised square wave LO IP3 plots. End note 5 updated to reflect new test condition.
B2025-02-10Updated ESD Class

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Port Configuration and Functions

Port Diagram

Diagram of the port configuration for MT3H-0113LSM-2

Port Functions

Configuration A

PortFunctionDescriptionDC Equivalent
Circuit
10IF Pin 10 is DC open. Blocking capacitor is optional.Equivalent circuit for the IF
1-3, 5-9, 11-14, 16-24Non-connect (NC) These pins are not connected internally. Datasheet performance is tested with NC pins grounded.-
15RF Pin 15 is DC short and AC matched to 50 Ω from 0.8 to 13 GHz. Blocking capacitor is optional.Equivalent circuit for the RF
4LO Pin 4 is DC short and AC matched to 50 Ω from 0.8 to 13 GHz. Blocking capacitor is optional.Equivalent circuit for the LO
PaddleGround Ground pad should be connected to RF/DC ground with low electrical and thermal resistance.-

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Configuration B

PortFunctionDescriptionDC Equivalent
Circuit
10IF Pin 10 is DC open. Blocking capacitor is optional.Equivalent circuit for the IF
1-3, 5-9, 11-14, 16-24Non-connect (NC) These pins are not connected internally. Datasheet performance is tested with NC pins grounded.-
15LO Pin 15 is DC short and AC matched to 50 Ω from 0.8 to 13 GHz. Blocking capacitor is optional.Equivalent circuit for the LO
4RF Pin 4 is DC short and AC matched to 50 Ω from 0.8 to 13 GHz. Blocking capacitor is optional.Equivalent circuit for the RF
PaddleGround Ground pad should be connected to RF/DC ground with low electrical and thermal resistance.-

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Specifications

Absolute Maximum Ratings

ParameterMaximum RatingUnit
Maximum Operating Temperature 100°C
Maximum Storage Temperature 125°C
Minimum Operating Temperature -55°C
Minimum Storage Temperature -65°C
RF Power Handling (RF+LO) 30dBm

Package Information

ParameterDetailsRating
ESD250 to < 500 VoltsHBM Class 1A
Dimensions-4 x 4 mm
Moisture Sensitivity Level-MSL 1
ParameterMinNominalMaxUnit
LO Input Power 7-15-

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Electrical Specifications

Specifications guaranteed from -55 to +100°C, measured in a 50Ω system. All bare die are 100% DC tested and 100% visually inspected. RF testing is performed on a sample basis to verify conformance to datasheet guaranteed specifications. Consult factory for more information.

ParameterPort ConfigurationTest ConditionsMinTypMaxUnit
IF Frequency Range A-0.8-8.5GHz
Input IP3 1ALO/RF=1.5-13 GHz
IF=0.8-8.5 GHz
LO drive level=7-15 dBm
-22-dBm
LO Frequency Range A-1.5-13GHz
RF Frequency Range A-1.5-13GHz
Input IP3 2BLO/RF=1.5-13 GHz
IF=0.8-8.5 GHz
LO drive level=7-15 dBm
-22-dBm
Conversion Loss 3-LO/RF=1.5-13 GHz
IF=0.8-1 GHz
LO drive level=15 dBm
-811.5dB
Conversion Loss 4-LO/RF=1.5-13 GHz
IF=1-8.5 GHz
LO drive level=15 dBm
-11.5-dB
LO-RF Isolation ---42-dB

[1][2] IP3 depends on LO drive conditions, see plots for more details.

[3][4] Measured Conversion Loss measured at 1 GHz fixed IF.

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Typical Performance

Conversion Loss: 1 GHz IF, Highside LO (dB) graph for MT3H-0113LSM-2
Conversion Loss: 1 GHz IF, Highside Square Wave LO (dB) graph for MT3H-0113LSM-2
Configuration A Conversion Loss vs. LO Power (dB) graph for MT3H-0113LSM-2
Configuration B Conversion Loss vs. LO Power (dB) graph for MT3H-0113LSM-2
Relative IF Response (dB) graph for MT3H-0113LSM-2
Relative IF Response (dB) graph for MT3H-0113LSM-2
Conversion Loss: 4 GHz IF, Highside Sine Wave LO (dB) graph for MT3H-0113LSM-2
Conversion Loss: 4 GHz IF, Highside Square Wave LO (dB) graph for MT3H-0113LSM-2

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Configuration A Conversion Loss vs. LO Power: 4GHz IF (dB) graph for MT3H-0113LSM-2
Configuration B Conversion Loss vs. LO Power: 4 GHz IF (dB) graph for MT3H-0113LSM-2
RF to IF Isolation (dB) graph for MT3H-0113LSM-2
LO to IF Isolation (dB) graph for MT3H-0113LSM-2
LO to RF Isolation (dB) graph for MT3H-0113LSM-2
RF Return Loss (dB) graph for MT3H-0113LSM-2
IF Return Loss (dB) graph for MT3H-0113LSM-2
LO Return Loss (dB) graph for MT3H-0113LSM-2

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Input IP3: +15dBm Sine Wave LO (dBm) graph for MT3H-0113LSM-2
Input IP3: +17dBm Square Wave LO (dBm) graph for MT3H-0113LSM-2
Configuration A Input IP3 vs LO Power: Sine Wave LO (dBm) graph for MT3H-0113LSM-2
Configuration A Input IP3 vs LO Power: Square Wave LO (dBm) graph for MT3H-0113LSM-2
Configuration B Input IP3 vs LO Power: Sine Wave LO (dBm) graph for MT3H-0113LSM-2
Configuration B Input IP3 vs LO Power: Square Wave LO (dBm) graph for MT3H-0113LSM-2
Output IP3: +15dBm Sine Wave LO (dBm) graph for MT3H-0113LSM-2
Output IP3: +17dBm Square Wave LO (dBm) graph for MT3H-0113LSM-2

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Configuration A Output IP3 vs LO Power: Sine Wave LO (dBm) graph for MT3H-0113LSM-2
Configuration A Output IP3 vs LO Power: Square Wave LO (dBm) graph for MT3H-0113LSM-2
Configuration B Output IP3 vs LO Power: Sine Wave LO (dBm) graph for MT3H-0113LSM-2
Configuration B Output IP3 vs LO Power: Square Wave LO (dBm) graph for MT3H-0113LSM-2
Input 1 dB Compression Point: 1 GHz IF, 5 GHz LO (dB) graph for MT3H-0113LSM-2
Output 1 dB Compression Point: 1 GHz IF, 5 GHz LO (dB) graph for MT3H-0113LSM-2
Even LO Harmonic to RF Isolation (dB) graph for MT3H-0113LSM-2
Even LO Harmonic to IF Isolation (dB) graph for MT3H-0113LSM-2

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Odd LO Harmonic to RF Isolation (dB) graph for MT3H-0113LSM-2
Odd LO Harmonic to IF Isolation (dB) graph for MT3H-0113LSM-2
2RF x 2LO Spurious Suppression (dBc) -10 dBm RF Input graph for MT3H-0113LSM-2
2RF x 2LO Spurious Suppression (dBc) -10 dBm RF Input graph for MT3H-0113LSM-2
2IF x 1LO Spurious Suppression (dBc) -10 dBm IF input graph for MT3H-0113LSM-2
2IF x 1LO Spurious Suppression (dBc) -10 dBm IF input graph for MT3H-0113LSM-2

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Mechanical Data

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