MAMX-011009 Sub-Harmonic Pumped Mixer 14 - 32 GHz Features Rev. V1 Functional Schematic Up or Down Frequency Mixer Low Conversion Loss: 11 dB 2xLO & 3xLO Rejection: 50 dB RF Frequency: 14 - 32 GHz LO Frequency: 4 - 20 GHz IF Frequency: DC - 7 GHz Lead-Free 1.5x1.2 mm 6-lead TDFN Package Halogen-Free "Green" Mold Compound RoHS* Complaint and 260oC Reflow Description The MAMX-011009 is a lead-free 1.5 x 1.2 mm TDFN surface mount plastic packaged sub-harmonic mixer. No bias is required, although DC-offset on the IF port can improve performance. Pin Configuration1 The MAMX-011009 can be used for up or down frequency conversion. The mixer integrates an 180o balanced diode topology that allows the LO to be injected at 1/2 the mixing LO frequency. This improves LO isolation and simplifies system requirements. When used as a down converting mixer, it can convert RF port signals from 14 to 32 GHz to IF port signals of DC to 7 GHz. When used as an up converting mixer, it can convert IF port signals from DC to 7 GHz to RF port signals of 14 to 32 GHz. In either mode the +15 dBm LO signal of 4 to 20 GHz drives the frequency conversion at 1/2 the mixing product. Typical conversion loss is 11 dB with 2xLO and 3xLO isolation typically greater than 50 dB. Typical input IP3 is greater than +12 dBm. Pin No. Pin Name Description 1 RF Mixer RF port 2 N/C No Connection 3 IF Mixer IF port 4 N/C No Connection 5 N/C No Connection 6 LO Mixer LO port 7 Paddle2 Primary Ground 1. M/A-COM Technology Solutions recommends connecting unused package pins to ground. 2. The exposed pad centered on the package bottom must be connected to RF and DC ground. Ordering Information3,4 Part Number Package MAMX-011009 bulk MAMX-011009-TR1000 1000 piece reel MAMX-011009-001SMB Sample Board 3. Reference Application Note M513 for reel size information. 4. All sample boards include 5 loose parts. * Restrictions on Hazardous Substances, European Union Directive 2002/95/EC. 1 M/A-COM Technology Solutions Inc. and its affiliates reserve the right to make changes to the product(s) or information contained herein without notice. Visit www.macomtech.com for additional data sheets and product information. * North America Tel: 800.366.2266 / Fax: 978.366.2266 * Europe Tel: 44.1908.574.200 / Fax: 44.1908.574.300 * Asia/Pacific Tel: 81.44.844.8296 / Fax: 81.44.844.8298 MAMX-011009 Sub-Harmonic Pumped Mixer 14 - 32 GHz Rev. V1 Electrical Specifications: IF Freq. = 2 GHz, LO Drive = +15 dBm ,TA = 25C, Z0 = 50 Unless otherwise noted all measurement are as an up converter. Parameter Test Conditions Units Min. Typ. Max. Frequency RF IF LO GHz -- 24 2 11 -- RF Return Loss 16 - 30 GHz dB -- 8 -- IF Return Loss DC - 7 GHz dB -- 10 -- Down Conversion Loss 16 GHz 24 GHz 32 GHz dB -- 13 11 12 -- Up Conversion Loss 16 GHz 24 GHz 32 GHz dB -- 12 10 11 -- 11 -- Input IP3 Down Conversion Up Conversion dB -- +12 +14 -- Down Conversion Isolation LO to IF 2LO to IF 3LO to IF RF to IF dB -- 30 55 50 18 -- Up Conversion Isolation LO to RF5 2LO to RF5 3LO to RF IF to RF dB 18 48 -- -- 25 50 40 35 -- 5. Measured at 24 GHz RF. Absolute Maximum Ratings6,7 Parameter Absolute Maximum Input Power +25 dBm Junction Temperature8 +150C Operating Temperature -40C to +85C Storage Temperature -65C to +150C 6. Exceeding any one or combination of these limits may cause permanent damage to this device. 7. M/A-COM Technology Solutions does not recommend sustained operation near these survivability limits. 8. Operating at nominal conditions with TJ +150C will ensure MTTF > 1 x 106 hours. Handling Procedures Please observe the following precautions to avoid damage: Static Sensitivity Gallium Arsenide Integrated Circuits are sensitive to electrostatic discharge (ESD) and can be damaged by static electricity. Proper ESD control techniques should be used when handling these Class 1A (HBM) devices. 2 M/A-COM Technology Solutions Inc. and its affiliates reserve the right to make changes to the product(s) or information contained herein without notice. Visit www.macomtech.com for additional data sheets and product information. * North America Tel: 800.366.2266 / Fax: 978.366.2266 * Europe Tel: 44.1908.574.200 / Fax: 44.1908.574.300 * Asia/Pacific Tel: 81.44.844.8296 / Fax: 81.44.844.8298 MAMX-011009 Sub-Harmonic Pumped Mixer 14 - 32 GHz Rev. V1 Parts List PCB Layout Part Value Case Style R1 - R3 0 0201 Application Schematic Application Information PCB Footprint The MAMX-011009 is designed to be economical and easy to use. By employing a sub-harmonic topology, the user only has to deal with one high frequency port (RF). This simplifies system design, lowers cost, and combined with an ultra-small plastic package delivers a superior system solution. The MAMX-011009 design allows bi-direction frequency conversion (IF to RF or RF to IF). The conversion loss, isolation, and linearity are similar either way. Up Conversion Summary 40 80 IF to RF Isolation For proper up or down frequency mixing the MAMX-011009 must be driven with sufficient power to activate the mixing diodes, typically 14 dBm or higher. We highly recommend M/A-COM Technology Solutions MAAM-011101, which has been engineered to match the LO requirements of the MAMX-011009. 2xLO to RF Isolation 3xLO to RF Isolation 30 60 20 40 10 20 Conversion Loss Input IP3 0 14 18 22 26 RF Frequency (GHz) 30 0 Grounding The printed circuit board (PCB) layout is simple for the MAMX-011009 since no external components are needed. The LO port is internally DC blocked; DC voltages up to 20 V are acceptable. However, proper grounding must be used for operation. It is recommended that the total common ground inductance not exceed 0.03 nH. This is equivalent to placing a least four 8-mil (200 m) diameter vias under the device, assuming an 8-mil (200 m) thick RF layer to ground. More ground vias are recommended if possible. 3 M/A-COM Technology Solutions Inc. and its affiliates reserve the right to make changes to the product(s) or information contained herein without notice. Visit www.macomtech.com for additional data sheets and product information. * North America Tel: 800.366.2266 / Fax: 978.366.2266 * Europe Tel: 44.1908.574.200 / Fax: 44.1908.574.300 * Asia/Pacific Tel: 81.44.844.8296 / Fax: 81.44.844.8298 MAMX-011009 Sub-Harmonic Pumped Mixer 14 - 32 GHz Rev. V1 Typical Performance Curves for Down Conversion: TA = 25C, RF = -10 dBm, LO = 15 dBm, LO = 1/2x (RF+IF) GHz, IF = 2 GHz, ZRF=ZLO=ZIF = 50 , unless noted Input IP3 vs. RF Frequency (LO = +16 dBm) Conversion Gain vs. RF Frequency 0 20 +25C -40C +85C -5 15 -10 10 -15 5 -20 14 16 18 20 22 24 26 28 30 32 0 +25C -40C +85C 14 16 18 20 RF Frequency (GHz) 22 24 26 28 30 32 28 30 32 RF Frequency (GHz) Input IP3 vs. LO Drive Level LO Leakage 0 20 -10 15 LO 2xLO 3xLO -20 10 -30 5 -40 -50 14 16 18 20 22 24 26 28 30 32 0 12 dBm 14 dBm 16 dBm 14 16 18 RF Frequency (GHz) Isolation 24 26 0 RF to IF LO to IF 2xLO to IF 3xLO to IF 60 4 22 Conversion Gain vs. IF Frequency 80 -10 20 -15 14 16 18 20 22 24 26 28 RF Frequency (GHz) 30 16 GHz 24 GHz 32 GHz -5 40 0 20 RF Frequency (GHz) 32 -20 0 2 4 6 IF Frequency (GHz) M/A-COM Technology Solutions Inc. and its affiliates reserve the right to make changes to the product(s) or information contained herein without notice. Visit www.macomtech.com for additional data sheets and product information. * North America Tel: 800.366.2266 / Fax: 978.366.2266 * Europe Tel: 44.1908.574.200 / Fax: 44.1908.574.300 * Asia/Pacific Tel: 81.44.844.8296 / Fax: 81.44.844.8298 8 MAMX-011009 Sub-Harmonic Pumped Mixer 14 - 32 GHz Rev. V1 Typical Performance Curves for Up Conversion: TA = 25C, IF = -10 dBm, LO = 15 dBm, LO = 1/2x (RF+IF) GHz, IF = 2 GHz, ZRF=ZLO=ZIF = 50 , unless noted Input IP3 vs. RF Frequency (LO = +16 dBm) Conversion Gain vs. RF Frequency 0 20 +25C -40C +85C -5 15 -10 10 -15 5 -20 14 16 18 20 22 24 26 28 30 32 0 +25C -40C +85C 14 16 18 RF Frequency (GHz) 20 22 24 26 28 30 32 30 32 RF Frequency (GHz) Input IP3 vs. LO Drive Level LO Leakage 0 20 -10 LO 2xLO 3xLO 12 dBm 14 dBm 16 dBm 15 -20 10 -30 5 -40 -50 14 16 18 20 22 24 26 28 30 32 0 14 16 18 RF Frequency (GHz) 60 0 45 -5 30 -10 IF to RF LO to RF 2xLO to RF 3xLO to RF 15 5 14 22 24 26 28 Conversion Gain vs. IF Frequency Isolation 0 20 RF Frequency (GHz) 16 18 16 GHz 24 GHz 32 GHz -15 20 22 24 26 28 RF Frequency (GHz) 30 32 -20 0 2 4 6 IF Frequency (GHz) M/A-COM Technology Solutions Inc. and its affiliates reserve the right to make changes to the product(s) or information contained herein without notice. Visit www.macomtech.com for additional data sheets and product information. * North America Tel: 800.366.2266 / Fax: 978.366.2266 * Europe Tel: 44.1908.574.200 / Fax: 44.1908.574.300 * Asia/Pacific Tel: 81.44.844.8296 / Fax: 81.44.844.8298 8 MAMX-011009 Sub-Harmonic Pumped Mixer 14 - 32 GHz Rev. V1 Typical Performance Curves: Down Conversion Input IP3 vs. LO drive Down Conversion Gain vs. LO Drive 25 0 14 GHz 24 GHz 32 GHz -4 -8 15 -12 10 -16 5 -20 11 12 13 14 15 14 GHz 24 GHz 32 GHz 20 16 17 0 11 12 13 15 16 17 16 17 Up Conversion Input IP3 vs. LO Drive Up conversion Gain vs. LO Drive 0 25 14 GHz 24 GHz 32 GHz -4 15 -12 10 -16 5 11 12 13 14 15 14 GHz 24 GHz 32 GHz 20 -8 -20 14 LO Power (dBm) LO Power (dBm) 16 17 0 11 12 13 LO Power (dBm) 14 15 LO Power (dBm) IF Return Loss RF Return Loss 0 0 -2 -4 -4 -6 -8 -8 -12 -10 -12 0 8 16 24 Frequency (GHz) 32 -16 0 8 16 24 Frequency (GHz) 6 M/A-COM Technology Solutions Inc. and its affiliates reserve the right to make changes to the product(s) or information contained herein without notice. Visit www.macomtech.com for additional data sheets and product information. * North America Tel: 800.366.2266 / Fax: 978.366.2266 * Europe Tel: 44.1908.574.200 / Fax: 44.1908.574.300 * Asia/Pacific Tel: 81.44.844.8296 / Fax: 81.44.844.8298 32 MAMX-011009 Sub-Harmonic Pumped Mixer 14 - 32 GHz Lead-Free 1.5 x 1.2 mm 6-Lead TDFN NOTES: 1. REFERENCE JEDEC MO-153-AB FOR ADDITIONAL DIMENSIONAL AND TOLERANCE INFORMATION. 2. ALL DIMENSIONS SHOWN AS INCHES/MM. Reference Application Note S2083 for lead-free solder reflow recommendations. Meets JEDEC moisture sensitivity level 1 requirements. Plating is 100% matte tin over copper. 7 M/A-COM Technology Solutions Inc. and its affiliates reserve the right to make changes to the product(s) or information contained herein without notice. Visit www.macomtech.com for additional data sheets and product information. * North America Tel: 800.366.2266 / Fax: 978.366.2266 * Europe Tel: 44.1908.574.200 / Fax: 44.1908.574.300 * Asia/Pacific Tel: 81.44.844.8296 / Fax: 81.44.844.8298 Rev. V1 MAMX-011009 Sub-Harmonic Pumped Mixer 14 - 32 GHz Rev. V1 Applications Section System usage of this Mixer The MAMX-011009 is designed to be a building block for more complex systems. The LO buffer amplifier is deliberately left separate so as to increase flexibility. If the LO buffer is desired, we recommend the MAAM-011101 4-20 GHz amplifier from M/A-COM Technology Solutions. Single Balanced Application: The MAMX-011009 has only one high frequency port, so signal routing is simplified. Typical usage of this mixer includes: Feedback systems: The low cost and simple use of the MAMX-011009 allows a low cost down-conversion feedback system for pre-distortion or phase lock systems. Combined with the M/A-COM Technology Solutions MAAM-011101 for LO drive and printed PCB couplers and the system is complete. Double Balanced Image Rejection: Combine two ultra-small MAMX-011009 mixers with 90o (Lange) or 180o splitters for image rejection. I/Q Modulation: I/Q quadrature drive two MAMX-011009 mixers into a summer or 90o (Lange) for a direct conversion system. 8 M/A-COM Technology Solutions Inc. and its affiliates reserve the right to make changes to the product(s) or information contained herein without notice. Visit www.macomtech.com for additional data sheets and product information. * North America Tel: 800.366.2266 / Fax: 978.366.2266 * Europe Tel: 44.1908.574.200 / Fax: 44.1908.574.300 * Asia/Pacific Tel: 81.44.844.8296 / Fax: 81.44.844.8298