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Analog Devices Inc. HMC260LC3BTR-R5
- Part No.:
- HMC260LC3BTR-R5
- Manufacturer:
- Analog Devices Inc.
- Category:
- RF Mixers
- Package:
- 12-VFCQFN Exposed Pad
- Datasheet:
-
HMC260LC3BTR-R5.pdf
- Description:
- IC MIXER SUB-HARMONIC 12SMD
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Product details
Overview
HMC260LC3BTR-R5 from Analog Devices (formerly Hittite Microwave) is a GaAs MMIC double-balanced passive mixer operating from 14 to 26 GHz RF/LO and DC–8 GHz IF, delivering 10.5 dB typical conversion loss, +20 dBm input IP3, and 40 dB LO-to-RF isolation - ideal for millimeter-wave point-to-point radio up/downconversion.
For engineers reviewing the HMC260LC3BTR-R5 datasheet, HMC260LC3BTR-R5 pinout, HMC260LC3BTR-R5 application, or HMC260LC3BTR-R5 equivalent, this page provides verified RF mixer specifications, thermal and isolation performance across temperature, RoHS-compliant 3×3 mm ceramic SMT package details, and real-world deployment guidance for test equipment and military-grade wireless systems.
Technical Context
The HMC260LC3BTR-R5 employs optimized on-chip balun structures enabling high LO-to-RF (40 dB typ.) and LO-to-IF (30 dB typ.) suppression without external matching components. Its passive architecture requires no DC bias and supports LO drive levels from +9 to +15 dBm.
It operates as both upconverter and downconverter with stable conversion gain vs. temperature (−40°C to +85°C), wide IF bandwidth (DC–8 GHz), and robust spurious suppression - including −71 dBc m=2,n=2 and −95 dBc m=3,n=2 mixing products at 18 GHz RF / 17 GHz LO.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| RF/LO Frequency Range | 14–26 GHz - covers full Ka-band for satellite and 5G backhaul links |
| IF Bandwidth | DC–8 GHz - enables baseband and wideband IF processing without AC coupling constraints |
| Conversion Loss | 10.5 dB typ. - defines signal path attenuation in receive/transmit chains requiring low-noise amplification staging |
| Input IP3 | +20 dBm - ensures linearity in multi-carrier environments like VSAT and radar test sets |
| LO-to-RF Isolation | 40 dB typ. - minimizes LO leakage into antenna paths, reducing EMI and improving receiver dynamic range |
| Operating Temperature | −40°C to +85°C - qualified for outdoor telecom infrastructure and military field-deployable systems |
| Package Thermal Resistance | 253 °C/W - mandates direct paddle soldering to PCB ground plane for reliable 260 mW power dissipation |
Pinout & Package
12-lead leadless ceramic SMT package (3×3 mm, 9 mm² body, alumina substrate, gold-over-nickel plating, MSL3). Ground paddle must be soldered to PCB RF ground per JEDEC J-STD-020.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 1, 3, 4, 6, 7, 9 | GND | RF/DC ground terminals - require low-inductance connection to PCB ground plane for balun integrity and thermal conduction |
| 2 | LO | 50 Ω DC-coupled LO port - accepts +9 to +15 dBm drive; no external bias or matching needed |
| 5 | IF | DC-coupled IF output - supports DC operation if current ≤ ±2 mA; otherwise requires external series capacitor |
| 8 | RF | 50 Ω DC-coupled RF port - matched for broadband Ka-band signal injection or extraction |
| 10, 11, 12 | N/C | No-connect terminals - may be grounded without performance impact; no internal circuitry attached |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| No DC bias required | Passive GaAs MMIC architecture eliminates bias network design, BOM cost, and power supply routing |
| Wide IF bandwidth (DC–8 GHz) | Enables direct baseband sampling and ultra-wide IF filtering in spectrum analyzers and vector signal analyzers |
| High LO-to-RF isolation (40 dB) | Reduces need for external LO filtering, simplifying front-end layout in full-duplex transceivers |
| Leadless 3×3 mm RoHS SMT package | Supports automated reflow assembly and high-density RF PCB layouts without wire bonding |
| ESD rating Class 1A (HBM) | Requires strict handling per ANSI/ESDA STM5.1; integrated protection avoids external TVS diodes |
Applications
| Point-to-Point Radios | VSAT Terminals |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: High-capacity licensed microwave links operating at 18–23 GHz in carrier-class backhaul networks. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Double-balanced passive mixer performing frequency translation between RF and IF stages in both transmit and receive paths. Use Value: 10.5 dB conversion loss and +20 dBm IP3 maintain link budget margin and adjacent-channel interference rejection under multi-tone modulation. |
Use Scenario: Two-way satellite communication terminals using Ka-band uplink (27–31 GHz) and downlink (17–21 GHz) bands. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Downconverter mixer translating received satellite signals (17–21 GHz) to 0–8 GHz IF for digitization and demodulation. Use Value: DC–8 GHz IF bandwidth supports wide instantaneous bandwidth for high-throughput DVB-S2X waveforms without IF bandpass limiting. |
| Millimeter-Wave Test Equipment | Military Radar Sensors |
Use Scenario: Vector network analyzers and signal generators requiring calibrated Ka-band stimulus and response measurement. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Fundamental mixer used in internal LO synthesis and IF downconversion paths of modular RF test platforms. Use Value: 40 dB LO-to-RF isolation prevents LO feedthrough artifacts during sensitive S-parameter measurements below −100 dBm. |
Use Scenario: Active electronically scanned array (AESA) radar front-ends operating in 14–26 GHz seeker or fire-control bands. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Upconverter mixer translating baseband radar waveforms to RF for transmission via phased-array elements. Use Value: −95 dBc spurious suppression at m=3,n=2 ensures compliance with MIL-STD-461 CS114 conducted emissions limits in compact radar modules. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar passive mixer applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| HMC1048LP3E | Wider RF range (10–26 GHz), higher conversion loss (12.5 dB typ.), same 3×3 mm package | Better low-band coverage but reduced Ka-band efficiency; lower IP3 (+17 dBm) | Select when dual-band (X/Ka) operation is required and 2 dB higher loss is acceptable |
| QPC1006 | Higher frequency (24–44 GHz), +18 dBm IP3, 12-pin QFN (3×3 mm), no DC-coupled IF | Extends to Q-band; IF port requires AC coupling; not suitable for DC–IF applications | Choose for 5G FR2 or automotive radar above 30 GHz where DC IF is unnecessary |
Compared with HMC260LC3BTR-R5, HMC1048LP3E trades Ka-band optimization for broader low-frequency coverage, while QPC1006 shifts focus to higher frequencies and sacrifices DC-coupled IF capability - making HMC260LC3BTR-R5 the optimal choice for fixed Ka-band infrastructure requiring DC–8 GHz IF flexibility and proven +20 dBm linearity.
Availability
HMC260LC3BTR-R5 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for point-to-point radios, VSAT terminals, and millimeter-wave test equipment requiring stable component supply, long-lifecycle support, and traceable sourcing for production programs.
Supply support for HMC260LC3BTR-R5 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 acquired Hittite Microwave in 2014 and integrates its high-frequency RF portfolio into precision RF signal chain solutions for communications, defense, and instrumentation.
The HMC260LC3BTR-R5 belongs to Hittite's legacy GaAs MMIC mixer family, engineered specifically for Ka-band wireless infrastructure and test systems demanding high isolation, wide IF bandwidth, and zero-bias operation.
FAQ
What is the recommended LO drive level for optimal performance of the HMC260LC3BTR-R5?
The HMC260LC3BTR-R5 achieves best conversion loss and IP3 at +13 dBm LO drive, with functional operation from +9 to +15 dBm. At +13 dBm, typical conversion loss is 10.5 dB and input IP3 reaches +20 dBm. Driving below +9 dBm increases conversion loss and degrades intermodulation performance. The HMC260LC3BTR-R5 does not require DC bias, simplifying LO driver stage design.
Can the HMC260LC3BTR-R5 be used for DC-coupled IF operation?
Yes - the IF port (Pin 5) of the HMC260LC3BTR-R5 is DC-coupled and supports true DC–8 GHz operation, provided the connected circuit sources or sinks no more than ±2 mA. Exceeding this current risks non-function or permanent damage. For AC-coupled IF use, a series capacitor sized for the target IF band must be added externally.
Does the HMC260LC3BTR-R5 require external matching components?
No - the HMC260LC3BTR-R5 integrates optimized balun structures and is internally matched to 50 Ω at all ports (RF, LO, IF). No external matching networks, bias tees, or DC blocks are needed for standard operation. The only mandatory requirement is solid RF grounding of all GND pins and the exposed paddle to the PCB ground plane.
What is the thermal management requirement for continuous operation of the HMC260LC3BTR-R5?
The HMC260LC3BTR-R5 has a junction-to-ground-paddle thermal resistance of 253 °C/W and a maximum continuous power dissipation of 260 mW at TA = 85 °C. To sustain full-rated operation, the ground paddle must be fully soldered to a thermally robust PCB ground plane with multiple thermal vias, and system-level heatsinking is recommended for ambient temperatures approaching +85 °C.
Is the HMC260LC3BTR-R5 pin-compatible with other Hittite mixer variants like HMC260LC3?
Yes - the HMC260LC3BTR-R5 shares identical pinout, package dimensions, and terminal functions with the non-tray version HMC260LC3. Both use the same 12-lead 3×3 mm ceramic SMT package with GND on Pins 1/3/4/6/7/9, LO on Pin 2, IF on Pin 5, RF on Pin 8, and N/C on Pins 10/11/12. The "TR-R5" suffix denotes tape-and-reel packaging with 500-unit reels.
HMC260LC3BTR-R5 Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Analog Devices Inc.
- Series:
- -
- Package/Case:
- 12-VFCQFN Exposed Pad
- Packaging:
- Tape & Reel (TR)
- Product Status:
- Obsolete
- RF Type:
- General Purpose
- Frequency:
- 14GHz ~ 26GHz
- Number of Mixers:
- 1
- Gain:
- -
- Noise Figure:
- 9dB
- Secondary Attributes:
- Up/Down Converter
- Current - Supply:
- -
- Voltage - Supply:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- 12-CSMT (3x3)
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1.Quantity discrepancies, incorrect items, or visible external defects (such as breakage or corrosion), acknowledged by Aetrix.
2.The issue is reported within 90 days of delivery.
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1.Submit a request within 90 days.
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