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Analog Devices Inc. HMC410AMS8GE
- Part No.:
- HMC410AMS8GE
- Manufacturer:
- Analog Devices Inc.
- Category:
- RF Mixers
- Package:
- 8-TSSOP, 8-MSOP (0.118", 3.00mm Width) Exposed Pad
- Datasheet:
-
HMC410AMS8GE.pdf
- Description:
- IC MIXER HI IP3 DBL-BAL
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Product details
Overview
HMC410AMS8GE from Analog Devices (formerly Hittite Microwave) is a GaAs MMIC double-balanced passive mixer operating from 9 to 15 GHz RF/LO, with +24 dBm input IP3, 8 dB typical conversion loss, and 40 dB LO/RF isolation. It requires no external bias or components and is used in microwave radio downconverters where high linearity and wide IF bandwidth (DC–2.5 GHz) are critical.
For engineers reviewing the HMC410AMS8GE datasheet, HMC410AMS8GE pinout, HMC410AMS8GE application, or HMC410AMS8GE equivalent, this page delivers verified RF mixer specifications, MSOP8G package layout, isolation performance across temperature, LO drive sensitivity (+13 to +19 dBm), and real-world use cases in VSAT and long-haul radio platforms.
Technical Context
The HMC410AMS8GE implements a passive double-balanced diode ring topology using GaAs Schottky barrier diodes, enabling high IP3 without DC bias. Its balanced architecture suppresses even-order harmonics and provides inherent LO–RF and LO–IF isolation up to 45 dB and 37 dB respectively.
It operates as a fundamental-mode mixer with DC-coupled RF and IF ports (IF supports DC–2.5 GHz), and an AC-coupled 50 Ω matched LO port. Performance is characterized at +25 °C with LO = +17 dBm and IF = 1.45 GHz, and remains stable across –40 to +85 °C operating range.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Frequency Range (RF/LO) | 9–15 GHz - Supports full-band operation in X- and Ku-band microwave radios without tuning. |
| IF Bandwidth | DC–2.5 GHz - Enables baseband and low-IF architectures including zero-IF receivers. |
| Conversion Loss | 8 dB typ. - Low signal attenuation preserves system noise figure in receiver front-ends. |
| Input IP3 | +24 dBm typ. - High linearity resists intermodulation distortion in dense-signal environments. |
| LO/RF Isolation | 40 dB typ. - Minimizes LO leakage into antenna paths, easing filter requirements. |
| Operating Temp. | –40 to +85 °C - Qualified for outdoor telecom infrastructure and industrial RF systems. |
| LO Drive Level | +13 to +19 dBm - Compatible with standard GaAs or SiGe LO synthesizers without amplification. |
Pinout & Package
Package: RoHS-compliant MSOP8G (Mini Small Outline Package, 8-lead, exposed ground paddle), 3.0 × 3.0 mm body, 0.8 mm height, MSL1 rated, matte Sn finish.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 1, 8 | GND | RF and DC ground terminals - must be soldered directly to PCB ground plane with multiple vias for optimal RF return path. |
| 2 | LO | AC-coupled 50 Ω matched input - accepts +13 to +19 dBm LO drive without external matching. |
| 3, 4, 6 | N/C | No internal connection - externally grounded per RF layout best practices to reduce parasitic coupling. |
| 5 | IF | DC-coupled output - supports DC–2.5 GHz IF; limited to ±4 mA DC current to prevent die damage. |
| 7 | RF | DC-coupled 50 Ω matched input - handles RF signals from 9–15 GHz with minimal reflection. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| No external bias required | Passive GaAs diode ring architecture eliminates DC power supply, sequencing, and decoupling complexity. |
| High LO–RF isolation | 40 dB typ. reduces need for bulky LO suppression filters in transceiver front-end design. |
| DC-coupled IF port | Enables true zero-IF and complex I/Q demodulation without blocking capacitors or DC restoration circuits. |
| Wide IF bandwidth | DC–2.5 GHz IF support allows flexible channelization, digital IF sampling, and multi-carrier reception. |
| MSOP8G SMT package | Compact 3×3 mm footprint with exposed paddle simplifies thermal management and RF grounding in dense layouts. |
Applications
| VSAT Terminals | Point-to-Point Microwave Radio |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Receive path in Ku-band VSAT outdoor units converting 10.7–12.75 GHz satellite downlink to L-band IF. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Passive double-balanced downconverter mixer handling high dynamic range signals under varying temperature and humidity. Use Value: +24 dBm IP3 maintains carrier-to-interference ratio in multi-carrier SCPC systems without active biasing or calibration. |
Use Scenario: 11 GHz licensed backhaul link receiver front-end requiring low conversion loss and strong LO rejection. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Fundamental-mode RF-to-IF mixer translating 9–15 GHz air interface to 70–500 MHz IF for ADC digitization. Use Value: 8 dB conversion loss and 40 dB LO/RF isolation reduce cascaded noise figure and simplify image-reject filtering. |
| Long-Haul Terrestrial Radio | Test & Measurement Receivers |
Use Scenario: High-capacity E-band adjacent band monitoring receiver covering 9–15 GHz spectrum sensing. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Wideband mixer in swept-tuned spectrum analyzer front-end with fast LO switching capability. Use Value: Stable conversion loss across frequency and temperature enables repeatable amplitude accuracy without per-tone gain correction. |
Use Scenario: Modular RF test set component for calibrated signal generation and analysis in lab-grade vector signal analyzers. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Precision mixer in reference downconversion path supporting phase-coherent I/Q demodulation. Use Value: DC–2.5 GHz IF bandwidth and low spurious response (<–60 dBc) ensure clean baseband signal integrity for modulation error analysis. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar passive double-balanced mixer applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| HMC1048LP4E | Wider RF/LO range (6–26 GHz), higher conversion loss (9.5 dB), lower IP3 (+21 dBm). | Better suited for Ka-band extensions but trades off linearity and loss vs. HMC410AMS8GE. | Select when broader frequency coverage outweighs need for lowest conversion loss in Ku-band. |
| Qorvo QM11036 | Similar 9–15 GHz range, +23 dBm IP3, 8.5 dB conversion loss, but requires +20 dBm LO drive. | Higher LO power demand increases system complexity; less suitable for low-power LO synthesis. | Prefer HMC410AMS8GE when LO drive headroom is constrained or thermal budget is tight. |
Compared with HMC1048LP4E and QM11036, the HMC410AMS8GE delivers superior IP3 and lower LO drive requirement within its native 9–15 GHz band, making it optimal for power-sensitive, high-linearity Ku-band receiver designs where layout space and thermal dissipation are constrained.
Availability
HMC410AMS8GE is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for microwave radio, VSAT terminals, and long-haul terrestrial radio systems requiring stable component supply, consistent RF performance, and RoHS-compliant packaging.
Supply support for HMC410AMS8GE 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 analog and RF solutions for communications, defense, and instrumentation markets.
The HMC410AMS8GE belongs to Hittite's legacy GaAs MMIC mixer family, engineered specifically for high-performance, bias-free downconversion in X- and Ku-band wireless infrastructure and test equipment.
FAQ
What is the recommended LO drive level for optimal performance of the HMC410AMS8GE?
The HMC410AMS8GE achieves best conversion loss (8 dB) and IP3 (+24 dBm) at +17 dBm LO drive. It operates reliably across +13 to +19 dBm; below +13 dBm, conversion loss degrades and IP3 drops significantly. The HMC410AMS8GE does not require DC bias, so LO drive level is the primary performance control variable.
Can the HMC410AMS8GE be used in an upconverter configuration?
Yes, the HMC410AMS8GE supports upconversion: apply RF signal to the IF port and LO to the LO port, with output extracted from the RF port. Data sheet upconverter performance plots confirm usable gain and isolation; however, conversion loss is typically 1–2 dB higher than in downconverter mode due to diode asymmetry.
Is the IF port of the HMC410AMS8GE truly DC-coupled, and what are the current limits?
Yes, the IF port (Pin 5) is DC-coupled and supports frequencies from DC to 2.5 GHz. However, it must not source or sink more than ±4 mA DC current - exceeding this risks permanent die damage. For AC-only IF paths, external series DC-blocking capacitors are recommended to avoid violating this limit.
What is the significance of the "E" suffix in HMC410AMS8GE?
The "E" denotes the RoHS-compliant version: matte tin (100% Sn) lead finish, low-stress injection-molded plastic body, and peak reflow temperature rating of 260 °C. It replaces the Sn/Pb-finished HMC410AMS8G (reflow max 235 °C) and shares identical electrical performance and pinout.
How should the exposed ground paddle on the HMC410AMS8GE MSOP8G package be handled in PCB layout?
The exposed ground paddle must be soldered to a solid, low-inductance RF ground plane using ≥6 thermal vias (0.3 mm diameter, spaced ≤0.8 mm apart). This ensures optimal thermal dissipation, RF return path integrity, and isolation performance - failure to do so degrades LO/RF isolation by up to 10 dB and raises junction temperature.
HMC410AMS8GE Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Analog Devices Inc.
- Series:
- -
- Package/Case:
- 8-TSSOP, 8-MSOP (0.118", 3.00mm Width) Exposed Pad
- Packaging:
- Strip
- Product Status:
- Obsolete
- RF Type:
- General Purpose
- Frequency:
- 9GHz ~ 15GHz
- Number of Mixers:
- 1
- Gain:
- -
- Noise Figure:
- 8dB
- Secondary Attributes:
- Up/Down Converter
- Current - Supply:
- -
- Voltage - Supply:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- 8-MSOPG
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All HMC410AMS8GE units undergo pre-shipment inspection (PSI). If there is an issue with HMC410AMS8GE, returns or replacements are accepted under the following conditions:
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.
3.The HMC410AMS8GE part is unused and in its original packaging.
Return procedure for HMC410AMS8GE:
1.Submit a request within 90 days.
2.Obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) from Aetrix.
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