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Analog Devices Inc. HMC410AMS8GTR
- Part No.:
- HMC410AMS8GTR
- Manufacturer:
- Analog Devices Inc.
- Category:
- RF Mixers
- Package:
- 8-TSSOP, 8-MSOP (0.118", 3.00mm Width) Exposed Pad
- Datasheet:
-
HMC410AMS8GTR.pdf
- Description:
- IC MIXER HI IP3 DBL-BAL
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Product details
Overview
HMC410AMS8GTR from Analog Devices (formerly Hittite Microwave) is a GaAs MMIC passive double-balanced mixer operating from 9 to 15 GHz, delivering 8 dB typical conversion loss, +24 dBm input IP3, and 40 dB LO/RF isolation. It requires no external bias or components and is optimized for microwave radio downconversion with LO drive of +13 to +19 dBm.
For engineers reviewing the HMC410AMS8GTR datasheet, HMC410AMS8GTR pinout, HMC410AMS8GTR application, or HMC410AMS8GTR equivalent, this page provides verified RF mixer specifications, MSOP8G package layout, isolation performance across frequency, temperature-stable P1dB behavior, and direct alternatives for VSAT and long-haul radio designs.
Technical Context
The HMC410AMS8GTR implements a passive double-balanced topology using GaAs Schottky diode pairs, enabling high linearity without DC bias. Its RF and LO ports are DC-coupled (RF) or AC-coupled (LO), both impedance-matched to 50 Ω, while the IF port is DC-coupled with ±4 mA absolute max current rating.
It operates as a fundamental-mode downconverter with IF bandwidth DC–2.5 GHz and exhibits stable conversion loss (8–11 dB), noise figure (8–11 dB SSB), and spurious suppression (e.g., >62 dBc for 1LO+2RF at 14.45 GHz RF input) under +17 dBm LO drive across –40°C to +85°C.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Frequency Range (RF/LO) | 9–15 GHz - supports full-band operation in X/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. - defines signal attenuation from RF to IF; impacts system NF and gain budget |
| Input IP3 | +24 dBm typ. - determines two-tone intermodulation headroom in dense RF environments |
| LO/RF Isolation | 40 dB typ. - minimizes LO leakage into antenna path, critical for transmit/receive duplexing |
| Operating Temperature | –40°C to +85°C - qualified for outdoor wireless infrastructure and industrial microwave links |
| LO Drive Range | +13 to +19 dBm - compatible with standard GaAs or SiGe LO synthesizers without amplification |
Pinout & Package
Package: MSOP8G - thermally enhanced 8-lead mini-small-outline package with exposed ground paddle; RoHS-compliant version available as HMC410AMS8GE. All ground leads (Pins 1, 8) and paddle must be soldered to PCB RF ground per design guidelines.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 1, 8 | GND | RF and DC ground reference; mandatory connection to PCB ground plane via multiple vias |
| 2 | LO | AC-coupled 50 Ω input; accepts +13 to +19 dBm LO drive without external matching |
| 3, 4, 6 | N/C | No internal connection; externally grounded per evaluation board layout to suppress parasitics |
| 5 | IF | DC-coupled output; supports DC–2.5 GHz IF; limited to ±4 mA current to prevent damage |
| 7 | RF | DC-coupled 50 Ω input; handles +20 dBm max RF input; matched for broadband operation |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| No external bias required | Passive diode-ring architecture eliminates DC power supply, sequencing, and decoupling complexity |
| High LO/RF isolation | 40 dB typ. reduces need for external LO filtering in full-duplex transceivers |
| Thermally robust MSOP8G | Exposed paddle enables <15°C/W junction-to-board thermal resistance for sustained +17 dBm LO drive |
| Wide IF bandwidth | DC–2.5 GHz IF output supports complex modulation schemes including QPSK and 16-QAM baseband processing |
| ESD hardened | Class 1A HBM rating (≥250 V) ensures reliability during SMT assembly and field handling |
Applications
| Point-to-Point Microwave Radio | VSAT Outdoor Unit (ODU) |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Downconverting 13–14.5 GHz satellite uplink signals to 70–500 MHz IF in licensed fixed wireless links. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Passive double-balanced mixer providing RF-to-IF translation with minimal added noise and distortion. Use Value: 8 dB conversion loss and +24 dBm IP3 maintain link budget margin under multi-carrier interference in congested spectrum. |
Use Scenario: Receiving Ku-band downlink (10.7–12.75 GHz) in consumer/professional satellite terminals. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Fundamental-mode mixer translating RF to L-band IF (950–2150 MHz) for demodulation. Use Value: 40 dB LO/RF isolation prevents LO radiation from compromising regulatory compliance and adjacent-channel rejection. |
| Long-Haul Backhaul Transceiver | Defense Radar Front-End |
Use Scenario: High-capacity E-band or W-band backhaul systems requiring wide instantaneous bandwidth and low distortion. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Core RF mixing element in dual-conversion receiver architecture with image-reject filtering. Use Value: DC–2.5 GHz IF bandwidth supports >1 GHz signal bandwidths for high-order modulation and adaptive coding. |
Use Scenario: Pulse-Doppler radar receiver front-end operating in 9–12 GHz band with stringent dynamic range requirements. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: High-linearity mixer handling high-power pulsed RF inputs and low-level echo returns simultaneously. Use Value: +14 dBm input P1dB and >62 dBc spurious suppression preserve radar sensitivity and false-alarm performance. |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| HMC1048LP3E | Wider RF/LO range (6–18 GHz), higher conversion loss (9.5 dB), same MSOP-8 package | Better suited for multi-band test equipment; less optimal for narrowband 13 GHz VSAT due to higher loss | Select when broader frequency coverage outweighs 1.5 dB conversion loss penalty |
| QPC1006 | Higher IP3 (+27 dBm), 10–16 GHz range, QFN-24 package with integrated baluns | Requires PCB redesign for QFN footprint and balun integration; superior linearity for EW systems | Choose for defense EW receivers needing >+26 dBm IP3 and wider IF bandwidth (DC–3.5 GHz) |
Compared with HMC410AMS8GTR, HMC1048LP3E trades bandwidth for compatibility with legacy 6–10 GHz radios, while QPC1006 delivers higher linearity at the cost of package migration and layout effort-neither is pin-compatible, but both serve overlapping Ku-band downconversion roles.
Availability
HMC410AMS8GTR is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for point-to-point microwave radio, VSAT outdoor units, and long-haul backhaul systems requiring stable component supply, consistent RF performance across temperature, and long-term obsolescence management.
Supply support for HMC410AMS8GTR 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 maintains its high-frequency RF portfolio, specializing in GaAs and GaN MMICs for communications, defense, and instrumentation.
The HMC410AMS8GTR belongs to Hittite's legacy passive mixer family designed specifically for Ku-band wireless infrastructure, emphasizing high IP3, low conversion loss, and simplified integration in compact SMT layouts.
FAQ
What is the maximum RF input power rating for the HMC410AMS8GTR?
The HMC410AMS8GTR has an absolute maximum RF input power rating of +20 dBm. Exceeding this level risks permanent damage to the GaAs diode junctions. For reliable operation, the recommended maximum RF input is +14 dBm (P1dB point), where compression begins to affect linearity. The HMC410AMS8GTR datasheet specifies +20 dBm as the absolute limit under all conditions, including transient events.
Does the HMC410AMS8GTR require external DC bias or active circuitry?
No, the HMC410AMS8GTR is a fully passive double-balanced mixer and requires no external DC bias, current sources, or active components. Its GaAs diode-ring architecture operates solely on RF and LO signal energy. All pins except IF are either grounded or AC/DC-coupled per specification; the IF pin must not source or sink more than ±4 mA to avoid die failure. The HMC410AMS8GTR functions immediately upon proper RF/LO/IF termination.
What is the LO drive requirement for optimal performance of the HMC410AMS8GTR?
The HMC410AMS8GTR achieves specified performance-including 8 dB conversion loss and +24 dBm IP3-with LO drive between +13 dBm and +19 dBm. Performance degrades outside this range: below +13 dBm increases conversion loss and noise figure; above +19 dBm raises distortion and may accelerate aging. The HMC410AMS8GTR is characterized at +17 dBm LO drive for all key specs in the official datasheet.
Can the HMC410AMS8GTR be used in upconverter configurations?
Yes, the HMC410AMS8GTR supports upconversion per its functional diagram and measured upconverter performance data. When used as an upconverter, the IF port becomes the input and the RF port the output, with LO injection unchanged. Conversion gain remains ~8 dB, and isolation metrics (e.g., LO/RF) retain relevance. The HMC410AMS8GTR's symmetric double-balanced structure enables bidirectional operation without hardware modification.
Is the HMC410AMS8GTR RoHS-compliant?
The HMC410AMS8GTR is the Sn/Pb lead-finish variant and is not RoHS-compliant. Its RoHS-compliant counterpart is the HMC410AMS8GE, which uses 100% matte tin plating and has identical electrical specifications and MSOP8G package dimensions. Both share MSL1 rating, but HMC410AMS8GE supports peak reflow up to 260°C versus 235°C for HMC410AMS8GTR. The HMC410AMS8GTR remains orderable for legacy industrial and defense programs requiring Sn/Pb finish.
HMC410AMS8GTR Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Analog Devices Inc.
- Series:
- -
- Package/Case:
- 8-TSSOP, 8-MSOP (0.118", 3.00mm Width) Exposed Pad
- Packaging:
- Tape & Reel (TR)
- 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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1.Quantity discrepancies, incorrect items, or visible external defects (such as breakage or corrosion), acknowledged by Aetrix.
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