Analog Devices Inc. EV1HMC213BMS8

Overview

EV1HMC213BMS8 from Analog Devices is an evaluation PCB for the HMC213BMS8E GaAs MMIC double balanced mixer, operating from 1.5 GHz to 4.5 GHz with 10 dB typical conversion loss, +21 dBm input IP3, and RoHS-compliant 8-lead MSOP packaging. It enables rapid prototyping of RF upconversion/downconversion in wireless infrastructure and PCMCIA transceivers.

For engineers reviewing the EV1HMC213BMS8 datasheet, EV1HMC213BMS8 pinout, EV1HMC213BMS8 application, or EV1HMC213BMS8 equivalent, this page delivers verified evaluation board specifications, thermal layout guidance, interface schematics, and sourcing support for production-intent RF design validation.

Technical Context

The EV1HMC213BMS8 is a bare evaluation PCB (identifier 101650-6) designed exclusively for the HMC213BMS8E passive mixer IC. It implements 50 Ω RF/LO/IF trace routing, direct ground-plane connections via multiple vias, and SMA connectors (J1–J3) for RF, LO, and IF ports.

Board-level performance mirrors the HMC213BMS8E's specified operation: DC–1.5 GHz IF bandwidth, −40°C to +85°C ambient range, and compatibility with reflow profiles up to 260°C. No external biasing or matching components are required due to the mixer's passive architecture and internal ac-coupling on LO/RF pins.

Key Specifications

Availability

EV1HMC213BMS8 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for wireless base station development, PCMCIA transceiver validation, and wireless local loop RF front-end characterization requiring stable component supply and repeatable measurement conditions.

Supply support for EV1HMC213BMS8 includes scheduled delivery planning, volume procurement assistance, BOM continuity management, traceable sourcing, and lifecycle availability coordination for OEM customers, industrial embedded developers, connected-device designers, and electronics production programs.

Manufacturer

Analog Devices, Inc. is a global leader in high-performance analog, mixed-signal, and RF ICs, headquartered in Norwood, MA, with deep expertise in microwave and mmWave signal chain solutions.

The EV1HMC213BMS8 belongs to Analog Devices' RF evaluation platform family, engineered to accelerate time-to-test for GaAs MMIC mixers used in demanding communications infrastructure applications.

FAQ

What is the function of the EV1HMC213BMS8 evaluation board?

The EV1HMC213BMS8 is a fully assembled evaluation PCB for the HMC213BMS8E double balanced mixer IC. It provides calibrated 50 Ω SMA interfaces for RF, LO, and IF signals, Rogers RO4350B substrate, and optimized grounding - enabling immediate downconverter/upconverter performance measurement without custom PCB design.

Does the EV1HMC213BMS8 include the HMC213BMS8E IC?

Yes, the EV1HMC213BMS8 is the complete evaluation board with the HMC213BMS8E IC mounted and soldered. The bare PCB identifier is 101650-6; ordering EV1HMC213BMS8 ensures receipt of the functional assembly ready for RF testing.

What RF frequency range does the EV1HMC213BMS8 support?

The EV1HMC213BMS8 supports the full operational range of the HMC213BMS8E: 1.5 GHz to 4.5 GHz at RF and LO ports, with IF bandwidth from DC to 1.5 GHz. Performance data in the datasheet (e.g., Figures 7–46) was measured using this exact evaluation board.

Can the EV1HMC213BMS8 be used for both upconversion and downconversion?

Yes - the EV1HMC213BMS8 supports both modes. As a downconverter, it accepts RF (1.5–4.5 GHz) and LO (1.5–4.5 GHz) to produce IF (DC–1.5 GHz); as an upconverter, it accepts IF (DC–1.5 GHz) and LO to generate RF output. All test configurations in the HMC213BMS8E datasheet use this board.

What are the key layout features of the EV1HMC213BMS8 PCB?

The EV1HMC213BMS8 implements strict RF layout rules: 50 Ω controlled-impedance traces, direct top-layer ground connections to a solid ground plane, and a 3×3 array of thermal vias under each ground pad - all aligned with the HMC213BMS8E's RM-8 package footprint and thermal resistance requirements (θJA = 165.6°C/W).