For price, delivery and to place orders: Hittite Microwave Corporation, 2 Elizabeth Drive, Chelmsford, MA 01824
Phone: 978-250-3343 Fax: 978-250-3373 Order On-line at www.hittite.com
Application Support: Phone: 978-250-3343 or apps@hittite.com
MIXERS - UPCOVERTER - SMT
1
HMC815LC5
v04.0614
GaAs MMIC I/Q UPCONVERTER
21 - 27 GHz
General Description
FeaturesTypical Applications
The HMC815LC5 is a compact GaAs MMIC I/Q
upconverter in a leadless RoHS compliant SMT
package. This device provides a small signal
conversion gain of 12 dB and sideband rejection of
-20 dBc. The HMC815LC5 utilizes a driver amplier
preceded by an I/Q mixer where the LO is driven by
an active x2 multiplier. IF1 and IF2 mixer inputs are
provided and an external 90° hybrid is needed to
select the required sideband. The I/Q mixer topology
reduces the need for ltering of the unwanted
sideband. The HMC815LC5 is a much smaller
alternative to hybrid style single sideband upconverter
assemblies and it eliminates the need for wire
bonding by allowing the use of surface mount
manufacturing techniques.
Electrical Specications,
TA = +25°C, IF = 2500 MHz, LO = +4 dBm, Vdd1, 2, 3 = +4.5V, Idd2 + Idd3 = 270 mA [1][3]
Parameter Min. Typ. Max. Units
Frequency Range, RF 21 - 27 GHz
Frequency Range, LO 10.5 - 14.5 GHz
Frequency Range, IF DC - 3.75 GHz
Conversion Gain 712 dB
Sideband Rejection -20 dBc
1 dB Compression (Output) 17 20 dBm
2 LO to RF Isolation 10 dB
2 LO to IF Isolation [2] 15 dB
IP3 (Output) 27 dBm
Supply Current Idd1 95 120 mA
Supply Current Idd2 + Idd3 270 300 mA
[1] Unless otherwise noted all measurements performed with high side LO, IF = 2500 MHz and external 90° IF hybrid.
[2] Data taken without external IF hybrid.
[3] Adjust Vgg between -2 to 0V to achieve Idd2 + Idd3 = 270 mA Typical.
Functional Diagram
The HMC815LC5 is ideal for:
• Point-to-Point and Point-to-Multi-Point Radios
• Military Radar, EW & ELINT
• Satellite Communications
• Sensors
High Conversion Gain: 12 dB
Sideband Rejection: -20 dBc
2 LO to RF Isolation: 10 dB
Output IP3: +27 dBm
32 Lead 5x5mm SMT Ceramic Package: 25mm
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responsibility is assumed by Analog Devices for its use, nor for any infringements of patents or other
rights of third parties that may result from its use. Specifications subject to change without notice. No
license is granted by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights of Analog Devices.
Trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
For price, delivery, and to place orders: Analog Devices, Inc.,
One Technology Way, P.O. Box 9106, Norwood, MA 02062-9106
Phone: 781-329-4700 • Order online at www.analog.com
Application Support: Phone: 1-800-ANALOG-D
For price, delivery and to place orders: Hittite Microwave Corporation, 2 Elizabeth Drive, Chelmsford, MA 01824
Phone: 978-250-3343 Fax: 978-250-3373 Order On-line at www.hittite.com
Application Support: Phone: 978-250-3343 or apps@hittite.com
MIXERS - UPCOVERTER - SMT
2
HMC815LC5
v04.0614
GaAs MMIC I/Q UPCONVERTER
21 - 27 GHz
RF Return Loss vs. Temperature
Conversion Gain, LSB vs. LO Drive
Conversion Gain, LSB vs. Vdd
LO Return Loss vs. Temperature IF Return Loss [1]
Conversion Gain, LSB vs. Temperature
[1] Data taken without external IF hybrid
Data Taken as SSB Upconverter with External IF Hybrid, IF = 2500 MHz
4
6
8
10
12
14
16
18
20
20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28
+25 C +85 C -40 C
CONVERSION GAIN (dB)
RF FREQUENCY (GHz)
4
6
8
10
12
14
16
18
20
20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28
2 dBm 4 dBm 6 dBm
CONVERSION GAIN (dB)
RF FREQUENCY (GHz)
4
6
8
10
12
14
16
18
20
20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28
4.25V 4.5V 4.75V
CONVERSION GAIN (dB)
RF FREQUENCY (GHz)
-40
-30
-20
-10
0
20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28
+25 C +85 C -40 C
RETURN LOSS (dB)
RF FREQUENCY (GHz)
-40
-30
-20
-10
0
5 7 9 11 13 15
+25 C +85 C -40 C
RETURN LOSS (dB)
LO FREQUENCY (GHz)
-40
-30
-20
-10
0
01234
IF1 IF2
RETURN LOSS (dB)
IF FREQUENCY (GHz)
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responsibility is assumed by Analog Devices for its use, nor for any infringements of patents or other
rights of third parties that may result from its use. Specifications subject to change without notice. No
license is granted by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights of Analog Devices.
Trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
For price, delivery, and to place orders: Analog Devices, Inc.,
One Technology Way, P.O. Box 9106, Norwood, MA 02062-9106
Phone: 781-329-4700 • Order online at www.analog.com
Application Support: Phone: 1-800-ANALOG-D
For price, delivery and to place orders: Hittite Microwave Corporation, 2 Elizabeth Drive, Chelmsford, MA 01824
Phone: 978-250-3343 Fax: 978-250-3373 Order On-line at www.hittite.com
Application Support: Phone: 978-250-3343 or apps@hittite.com
MIXERS - UPCOVERTER - SMT
3
HMC815LC5
v04.0614
GaAs MMIC I/Q UPCONVERTER
21 - 27 GHz
Side Band Rejection Input P1dB, LSB vs. Temperature
Output P1dB, LSB vs. Temperature Input IP3, LSB vs. Temperature
Output IP3, LSB vs. Temperature Input IP3, LSB vs. LO Drive
Data Taken as SSB Upconverter with External IF Hybrid, IF = 2500 MHz
-40
-30
-20
-10
0
20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28
SIDE BAND REJECTION (dBc)
RF FREQUENCY (GHz)
0
2
4
6
8
10
12
14
16
20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28
+25 C +85 C -40 C
P1dB (dBm)
RF FREQUENCY (GHz)
10
12
14
16
18
20
22
24
26
20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28
+25 C +85 C -40 C
P1dB (dBm)
RF FREQUENCY (GHz)
4
6
8
10
12
14
16
18
20
20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28
+25 C +85 C -40 C
IP3 (dBm)
RF FREQUENCY (GHz)
15
17
19
21
23
25
27
29
31
33
35
20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28
+25 C +85 C -40 C
IP3 (dBm)
RF FREQUENCY (GHz)
4
6
8
10
12
14
16
18
20
20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28
2 dBm 4 dBm 6 dBm
IP3 (dBm)
RF FREQUENCY (GHz)
OBSOLETE
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Phone: 978-250-3343 Fax: 978-250-3373 Order On-line at www.hittite.com
Application Support: Phone: 978-250-3343 or apps@hittite.com
MIXERS - UPCOVERTER - SMT
4
HMC815LC5
v04.0614
GaAs MMIC I/Q UPCONVERTER
21 - 27 GHz
Output IP3, LSB vs. LO Drive
Output IP3, LSB vs. Vdd
Input IP3, LSB vs. Vdd
Isolations with 2LO [1]
Isolations with LO [1]
[1] Data taken without external IF hybrid
Data Taken as SSB Upconverter with External IF Hybrid, IF = 2500 MHz
15
17
19
21
23
25
27
29
31
33
35
20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28
2 dBm 4 dBm 6 dBm
IP3 (dBm)
RF FREQUENCY (GHz)
4
6
8
10
12
14
16
18
20
20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28
4.25V 4.5V 4.75V
IP3 (dBm)
RF FREQUENCY (GHz)
15
17
19
21
23
25
27
29
31
33
35
20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28
4.25V 4.5V 4.75V
IP3 (dBm)
RF FREQUENCY (GHz)
-30
-25
-20
-15
-10
-5
0
20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28
2LO/RF 2LO/IF1 2LO/IF2
ISOLATION (dB)
RF FREQUENCY (GHz)
-90
-80
-70
-60
-50
-40
-30
-20
-10
0
20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28
LO/RF LO/IF1 LO/IF2
ISOLATION (dB)
RF FREQUENCY (GHz)
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MIXERS - UPCOVERTER - SMT
5
HMC815LC5
v04.0614
GaAs MMIC I/Q UPCONVERTER
21 - 27 GHz
Input P1dB, USB vs. Temperature
Conversion Gain, USB vs. LO Drive
Conversion Gain, USB vs. Vdd
Output P1dB, USB vs. Temperature Input IP3, USB vs. Temperature
Conversion Gain, USB vs. Temperature
Data Taken as SSB Upconverter with External IF Hybrid, IF = 2500 MHz
4
6
8
10
12
14
16
18
20
23 24 25 26 27 28
+25 C +85 C -40 C
CONVERSION GAIN (dB)
RF FREQUENCY (GHz)
4
6
8
10
12
14
16
18
20
23 24 25 26 27 28
2 dBm 4 dBm 6 dBm
CONVERSION GAIN (dB)
RF FREQUENCY (GHz)
4
6
8
10
12
14
16
18
20
23 24 25 26 27 28
4.25V 4.5V 4.75V
CONVERSION GAIN (dB)
RF FREQUENCY (GHz)
0
2
4
6
8
10
12
14
16
23 24 25 26 27 28
+25 C +85 C -40 C
P1dB (dBm)
RF FREQUENCY (GHz)
10
12
14
16
18
20
22
24
26
23 24 25 26 27 28
+25 C +85 C -40 C
P1dB (dBm)
RF FREQUENCY (GHz)
4
6
8
10
12
14
16
18
20
23 24 25 26 27 28
+25 C +85 C -40 C
IP3 (dBm)
RF FREQUENCY (GHz)
OBSOLETE
Information furnished by Analog Devices is believed to be accurate and reliable. However, no
responsibility is assumed by Analog Devices for its use, nor for any infringements of patents or other
rights of third parties that may result from its use. Specifications subject to change without notice. No
license is granted by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights of Analog Devices.
Trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
For price, delivery, and to place orders: Analog Devices, Inc.,
One Technology Way, P.O. Box 9106, Norwood, MA 02062-9106
Phone: 781-329-4700 • Order online at www.analog.com
Application Support: Phone: 1-800-ANALOG-D
For price, delivery and to place orders: Hittite Microwave Corporation, 2 Elizabeth Drive, Chelmsford, MA 01824
Phone: 978-250-3343 Fax: 978-250-3373 Order On-line at www.hittite.com
Application Support: Phone: 978-250-3343 or apps@hittite.com
MIXERS - UPCOVERTER - SMT
6
HMC815LC5
v04.0614
GaAs MMIC I/Q UPCONVERTER
21 - 27 GHz
Input IP3, USB vs. Vdd
Input IP3, USB vs. LO Drive
Output IP3, USB vs. LO Drive
Output IP3, USB vs. Vdd
Output IP3, USB vs. Temperature
Data Taken as SSB Upconverter with External IF Hybrid, IF = 2500 MHz
15
17
19
21
23
25
27
29
31
33
35
23 24 25 26 27 28
+25 C +85 C -40 C
IP3 (dBm)
RF FREQUENCY (GHz)
4
6
8
10
12
14
16
18
20
23 24 25 26 27 28
2 dBm 4 dBm 6 dBm
IP3 (dBm)
RF FREQUENCY (GHz)
15
17
19
21
23
25
27
29
31
33
35
23 24 25 26 27 28
2 dBm 4 dBm 6 dBm
IP3 (dBm)
RF FREQUENCY (GHz)
4
6
8
10
12
14
16
18
20
23 24 25 26 27 28
4.25V 4.5V 4.75V
IP3 (dBm)
RF FREQUENCY (GHz)
15
17
19
21
23
25
27
29
31
33
35
23 24 25 26 27 28
4.25V 4.5V 4.75V
IP3 (dBm)
RF FREQUENCY (GHz)
OBSOLETE
Information furnished by Analog Devices is believed to be accurate and reliable. However, no
responsibility is assumed by Analog Devices for its use, nor for any infringements of patents or other
rights of third parties that may result from its use. Specifications subject to change without notice. No
license is granted by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights of Analog Devices.
Trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
For price, delivery, and to place orders: Analog Devices, Inc.,
One Technology Way, P.O. Box 9106, Norwood, MA 02062-9106
Phone: 781-329-4700 • Order online at www.analog.com
Application Support: Phone: 1-800-ANALOG-D
For price, delivery and to place orders: Hittite Microwave Corporation, 2 Elizabeth Drive, Chelmsford, MA 01824
Phone: 978-250-3343 Fax: 978-250-3373 Order On-line at www.hittite.com
Application Support: Phone: 978-250-3343 or apps@hittite.com
MIXERS - UPCOVERTER - SMT
7
HMC815LC5
v04.0614
GaAs MMIC I/Q UPCONVERTER
21 - 27 GHz
Sideband Rejection
Conversion Gain, LSB vs. LO Drive
Conversion Gain, LSB vs. Vdd
Input IP3, LSB vs. Temperature Output IP3, LSB vs. Temperature
Conversion Gain, LSB vs. Temperature
Data Taken as SSB Upconverter with External IF Hybrid, IF = 100 MHz
0
2
4
6
8
10
12
14
16
18
20
19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28
+25 C +85 C -40 C
CONVERSION GAIN (dB)
RF FREQUENCY (GHz)
0
2
4
6
8
10
12
14
16
18
20
19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28
2 dBm 4 dBm 6 dBm
CONVERSION GAIN (dB)
RF FREQUENCY (GHz)
0
2
4
6
8
10
12
14
16
18
20
19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28
4.25V 4.5V 4.75V
CONVERSION GAIN (dB)
RF FREQUENCY (GHz)
-40
-30
-20
-10
0
20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28
SIDE BAND REJECTION (dBc)
RF FREQUENCY (GHz)
0
2
4
6
8
10
12
14
16
18
20
19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28
+25 C +85 C -40 C
IP3 (dBm)
RF FREQUENCY (GHz)
15
17
19
21
23
25
27
29
31
33
35
19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28
+25 C +85 C -40 C
IP3 (dBm)
RF FREQUENCY (GHz)
OBSOLETE
Information furnished by Analog Devices is believed to be accurate and reliable. However, no
responsibility is assumed by Analog Devices for its use, nor for any infringements of patents or other
rights of third parties that may result from its use. Specifications subject to change without notice. No
license is granted by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights of Analog Devices.
Trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
For price, delivery, and to place orders: Analog Devices, Inc.,
One Technology Way, P.O. Box 9106, Norwood, MA 02062-9106
Phone: 781-329-4700 • Order online at www.analog.com
Application Support: Phone: 1-800-ANALOG-D
For price, delivery and to place orders: Hittite Microwave Corporation, 2 Elizabeth Drive, Chelmsford, MA 01824
Phone: 978-250-3343 Fax: 978-250-3373 Order On-line at www.hittite.com
Application Support: Phone: 978-250-3343 or apps@hittite.com
MIXERS - UPCOVERTER - SMT
8
HMC815LC5
v04.0614
GaAs MMIC I/Q UPCONVERTER
21 - 27 GHz
Input IP3, USB vs. Temperature
Conversion Gain, USB vs. LO Drive
Conversion Gain, USB vs. Vdd
Output IP3, USB vs. Temperature
Conversion Gain, USB vs. Temperature
Data Taken as SSB Upconverter with External IF Hybrid, IF = 100 MHz
0
2
4
6
8
10
12
14
16
18
20
20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29
+25 C +85 C -40 C
CONVERSION GAIN (dB)
RF FREQUENCY (GHz)
0
2
4
6
8
10
12
14
16
18
20
20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29
2 dBm 4 dBm 6 dBm
CONVERSION GAIN (dB)
RF FREQUENCY (GHz)
0
2
4
6
8
10
12
14
16
18
20
20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29
4.25V 4.5V 4.75V
CONVERSION GAIN (dB)
RF FREQUENCY (GHz)
0
2
4
6
8
10
12
14
16
18
20
20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29
+25 C +85 C -40 C
IP3 (dBm)
RF FREQUENCY (GHz)
15
17
19
21
23
25
27
29
31
33
35
20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29
+25 C +85 C -40 C
IP3 (dBm)
RF FREQUENCY (GHz)
OBSOLETE
Information furnished by Analog Devices is believed to be accurate and reliable. However, no
responsibility is assumed by Analog Devices for its use, nor for any infringements of patents or other
rights of third parties that may result from its use. Specifications subject to change without notice. No
license is granted by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights of Analog Devices.
Trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
For price, delivery, and to place orders: Analog Devices, Inc.,
One Technology Way, P.O. Box 9106, Norwood, MA 02062-9106
Phone: 781-329-4700 • Order online at www.analog.com
Application Support: Phone: 1-800-ANALOG-D
For price, delivery and to place orders: Hittite Microwave Corporation, 2 Elizabeth Drive, Chelmsford, MA 01824
Phone: 978-250-3343 Fax: 978-250-3373 Order On-line at www.hittite.com
Application Support: Phone: 978-250-3343 or apps@hittite.com
MIXERS - UPCOVERTER - SMT
9
HMC815LC5
v04.0614
GaAs MMIC I/Q UPCONVERTER
21 - 27 GHz
Sideband Rejection
Conversion Gain, LSB vs. LO Drive
Conversion Gain, LSB vs. Vdd
Input IP3, LSB vs. Temperature Output IP3, LSB vs. Temperature
Conversion Gain, LSB vs. Temperature
Data Taken as SSB Upconverter with External IF Hybrid, IF = 3750 MHz
2
4
6
8
10
12
14
16
18
18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27
+25 C +85 C -40 C
CONVERSION GAIN (dB)
RF FREQUENCY (GHz)
2
4
6
8
10
12
14
16
18
18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27
2dBm 4dBm 6dBm
CONVERSION GAIN (dB)
RF FREQUENCY (GHz)
2
4
6
8
10
12
14
16
18
18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27
4.25V 4.5V 4.75V
CONVERSION GAIN (dB)
RF FREQUENCY (GHz)
-40
-30
-20
-10
0
18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27
SIDE BAND REJECTION (dBc)
RF FREQUENCY (GHz)
8
10
12
14
16
18
20
22
24
18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27
+25 C +85 C -40 C
IP3 (dBm)
RF FREQUENCY (GHz)
14
16
18
20
22
24
26
28
30
18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27
+25 C +85 C -40 C
IP3 (dBm)
RF FREQUENCY (GHz)
OBSOLETE
Information furnished by Analog Devices is believed to be accurate and reliable. However, no
responsibility is assumed by Analog Devices for its use, nor for any infringements of patents or other
rights of third parties that may result from its use. Specifications subject to change without notice. No
license is granted by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights of Analog Devices.
Trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
For price, delivery, and to place orders: Analog Devices, Inc.,
One Technology Way, P.O. Box 9106, Norwood, MA 02062-9106
Phone: 781-329-4700 • Order online at www.analog.com
Application Support: Phone: 1-800-ANALOG-D
For price, delivery and to place orders: Hittite Microwave Corporation, 2 Elizabeth Drive, Chelmsford, MA 01824
Phone: 978-250-3343 Fax: 978-250-3373 Order On-line at www.hittite.com
Application Support: Phone: 978-250-3343 or apps@hittite.com
MIXERS - UPCOVERTER - SMT
10
HMC815LC5
v04.0614
GaAs MMIC I/Q UPCONVERTER
21 - 27 GHz
Input IP3, USB vs. Temperature
Conversion Gain, USB vs. LO Drive
Conversion Gain, USB vs. Vdd
Output IP3, USB vs. Temperature
Conversion Gain, USB vs. Temperature
Data Taken as SSB Upconverter with External IF Hybrid, IF = 3750 MHz
4
6
8
10
12
14
16
18
20
23 24 25 26 27 28
+25 C +85 C -40 C
CONVERSION GAIN (dB)
RF FREQUENCY (GHz)
4
6
8
10
12
14
16
18
20
23 24 25 26 27 28
2 dBm 4 dBm 6 dBm
CONVERSION GAIN (dB)
RF FREQUENCY (GHz)
4
6
8
10
12
14
16
18
20
23 24 25 26 27 28
4.25V 4.5V 4.75V
CONVERSION GAIN (dB)
RF FREQUENCY (GHz)
4
6
8
10
12
14
16
18
20
23 24 25 26 27 28
+25 C +85 C -40 C
IP3 (dBm)
RF FREQUENCY (GHz)
15
17
19
21
23
25
27
29
31
33
35
23 24 25 26 27 28
+25 C +85 C -40 C
IP3 (dBm)
RF FREQUENCY (GHz)
OBSOLETE
Information furnished by Analog Devices is believed to be accurate and reliable. However, no
responsibility is assumed by Analog Devices for its use, nor for any infringements of patents or other
rights of third parties that may result from its use. Specifications subject to change without notice. No
license is granted by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights of Analog Devices.
Trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
For price, delivery, and to place orders: Analog Devices, Inc.,
One Technology Way, P.O. Box 9106, Norwood, MA 02062-9106
Phone: 781-329-4700 • Order online at www.analog.com
Application Support: Phone: 1-800-ANALOG-D
For price, delivery and to place orders: Hittite Microwave Corporation, 2 Elizabeth Drive, Chelmsford, MA 01824
Phone: 978-250-3343 Fax: 978-250-3373 Order On-line at www.hittite.com
Application Support: Phone: 978-250-3343 or apps@hittite.com
MIXERS - UPCOVERTER - SMT
11
HMC815LC5
v04.0614
GaAs MMIC I/Q UPCONVERTER
21 - 27 GHz
nLO
mIF 0123
0xx 38 623
166 38 038
259 44 50 59
386 80 58 xx
IF = 2.5 GHz @ -10 dBm
LO = 11 GHz @ 4 dBm
nLO
mIF 0123
0xx 36 15 26
1xx 42 047
261 53 72 77
3xx 76 57 xx
IF = 2.5 GHz @ -10 dBm
LO = 11.5 GHz @ 4 dBm
nLO
mIF 0123
0xx 35 924
171 37 038
258 44 42 65
392 79 56 xx
IF = 2.5 GHz @ -10 dBm
LO = 11.25 GHz @ 4 dBm
nLO
mIF 0123
-3 xx xx 61 84
-2 59 92 46 63
-1 xx 74 054
0xx 31 926
IF = 2.5 GHz @ -10 dBm
LO = 11.75 GHz @ 4 dBm
nLO
mIF 0123
0xx 28 931
1xx 44 061
260 62 57 xx
3xx 86 57 xx
IF = 2.5 GHz @ -10 dBm
LO = 12 GHz @ 4 dBm
nLO
mIF 0123
0xx 31 926
1xx 42 065
259 62 53 xx
3xx 83 57 xx
IF = 2.5 GHz @ -10 dBm
LO = 11.75 GHz @ 4 dBm
MxN Spurious Outputs [1][2]
MxN Spurious Outputs [1][2]
MxN Spurious Outputs [1][2]
MxN Spurious Outputs [1][3]
MxN Spurious Outputs [1][3]
MxN Spurious Outputs [1][2]
[1] Data taken without external IF hybrid
[2] All values in dBc below RF power level (2LO + IF) USB
[3] All values in dBc below RF power level (2LO - IF) LSB
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nLO
mIF 0123
-3 xx xx 60 85
-2 61 xx 47 77
-1 80 79 064
0xx 28 935
IF = 2.5 GHz @ -10 dBm
LO = 12.25 GHz @ 4 dBm
nLO
mIF 0123
-3 89 xx 55 72
-2 61 96 46 72
-1 71 83 070
0xx 38 729
IF = 2.5 GHz @ -10 dBm
LO = 13.25 GHz @ 4 dBm
nLO
mIF 0123
-3 88 xx 56 xx
-2 60 93 51 86
-1 71 71 069
0xx 28 434
IF = 2.5 GHz @ -10 dBm
LO = 12.75 GHz @ 4 dBm
nLO
mIF 0123
-3 xx xx 54 xx
-2 62 xx 63 79
-1 xx 30 6xx
0xx 31 6xx
IF = 2.5 GHz @ -10 dBm
LO = 13.75 GHz @ 4 dBm
nLO
mIF 0123
-3 xx xx 53 xx
-2 61 55 074
-1 65 55 0xx
0xx 16 -3 xx
IF = 2.5 GHz @ -10 dBm
LO = 14.75 GHz @ 4 dBm
nLO
mIF 0123
-3 xx xx 54 xx
-2 62 82 42 73
-1 73 57 0xx
0xx 20 -3 xx
IF = 2.5 GHz @ -10 dBm
LO = 14.25 GHz @ 4 dBm
MxN Spurious Outputs [1][3]
MxN Spurious Outputs [1][3]
MxN Spurious Outputs [1][3]
MxN Spurious Outputs [1][3]
MxN Spurious Outputs [1][3]
MxN Spurious Outputs [1][3]
[1] Data taken without external IF hybrid
[2] All values in dBc below RF power level (2LO + IF) USB
[3] All values in dBc below RF power level (2LO - IF) LSB
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Absolute Maximum Ratings
Drain Bias Voltage (Vdd1, 2, 3) 5.5V
Gate Bias Voltage (Vgg) -3V to 0V
IF Input Power (IF1, IF2) 20 dBm
LO Drive (LO IN) +13 dBm
Channel Temperature 170 °C
Continuous Pdiss (T = 85°C)
(derate 21.4 mW/°C above 85°C) 1.82 W
Thermal Resistance
(channel to ground paddle) 46.7 °C/W
Storage Temperature -65 to +150 °C
Operating Temperature -55 to +85 °C
ESD Sensiitivity (HBM) Class 0, Passed 150V
ELECTROSTATIC SENSITIVE DEVICE
OBSERVE HANDLING PRECAUTIONS
LO Freq. (GHz) nLO Spur @ IF Port
123
11.0 0 38 623
11.25 35 924
11.50 36 15 26
11.75 31 926
12.00 28 931
12.25 28 935
12.75 28 434
13.25 38 729
13.75 30 6xx
14.24 20 -3 xx
14.75 16 -3 xx
LO Power = +4 dBm
All values in dBc below input LO level measured at RF port.
Harmonics of LO @ RF Output
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Outline Drawing
NOTES:
1. PACKAGE BODY MATERIAL: ALUMINA
2. LEAD AND GROUND PADDLE PLATING: 30 - 80 MICROINCHES
GOLD OVER 50 MICROINCHES MINIMUM NICKLE
3. DIMENSIONS ARE IN INCHES [MILLIMETERS]
4. LEAD SPACING TOLERANCE IS NON-CUMULATIVE
5. PACKAGE WARP SHALL NOT EXCEED 0.05mm DATUM
6. ALL GROUND LEADS AND GROUND PADDLE MUST BE SOLDERED
TO PCB RF GROUND
Package Information
Part Number Package Body Material Lead Finish MSL Rating Package Marking [2]
HMC815LC5 Alumina, White Gold over Nickel MSL3 [1] H815
XXXX
[1] Max peak reow temperature of 260 °C
[2] 4-Digit lot number XXXX
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Typical Application
C1 - C3 100 pF
C4 - C7 1000 pF
C8 - C11 2.2 µF
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Pin Number Function Description Interface Schematic
1 - 5, 7, 8, 11,
16, 17, 19, 20,
22 - 28
N/C
No connection required. The pins are not connected inter-
nally; however, all data shown herein was measured with
these pins connected to RF/DC ground externally.
6Vdd1 Power supply voltage for x2 multiplier. See application
circuit for required external components.
9LOIN This pin is AC coupled
and matched to 50 Ohms.
10, 13, 15,
30, 32 GND These pins and package bottom must be
connected to RF/DC ground.
12 Vgg
Gate control for RF amplier, please follow “MMIC Amplier
Biasing Procedure” application note. See application circuit
for required external components.
14 RFOUT This pin is AC coupled
and matched to 50 Ohms.
18, 21 Vdd3,
Vdd2
Power supply voltage for RF amplier. See application
circuit for required external components.
29 IF1 Differential IF input pins. For applications not requiring
operation to DC, an off chip DC blocking capacitor should
be used. For operation to DC this pin must not source/sink
more than 3mA of current or part non function and possible
part failure will result.
31 IF2
Pin Descriptions
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Evaluation PCB
The circuit board used in the nal application
should use RF circuit design techniques. Signal
lines should have 50 Ohm impedance while the
package ground leads and exposed paddle should
be connected directly to the ground plane similar
to that shown. A sufficient number of via holes
should be used to connect the top and bottom
ground planes. The evaluation circuit board shown
is available from Hittite upon request.
List of Materials for Evaluation PCB 120412 [1]
Item Description
J1, J2 PCB Mount 2.99mm Connector
J3, J4 PCB Mount SMA Connector
J5 - J12 DC Pin
C1 - C3 100 pF Capacitor, 0402 Pkg.
C4 1000 pF Capacitor, 0402 Pkg.
C5 - C7 1000 pF Capacitor, 0603 Pkg.
C8 - C11 2.2 µF Tantalum Capacitor Case A
U1 HMC815LC5 Upconverter
PCB [2] 120410 Evaluation Board
[1] Reference this number when ordering complete evaluation PCB
[2] Circuit Board Material: Arlon 25FR, FR4 or Rogers 4350
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Phone: 781-329-4700 • Order online at www.analog.com
Application Support: Phone: 1-800-ANALOG-D
For price, delivery and to place orders: Hittite Microwave Corporation, 2 Elizabeth Drive, Chelmsford, MA 01824
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