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Analog Devices Inc./Maxim Integrated MAX2044ETP+T
- Part No.:
- MAX2044ETP+T
- Manufacturer:
- Analog Devices Inc./Maxim Integrated
- Category:
- RF Mixers
- Package:
- 20-WQFN Exposed Pad
- Datasheet:
-
MAX2044ETP+T.pdf
- Description:
- IC MIXER 2.3-4GHZ UP/DWN 20TQFN
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Product details
Overview
MAX2044ETP+T from Maxim Integrated is a SiGe high-linearity upconversion/downconversion mixer for 2300MHz–4000MHz RF bands, delivering +32.5dBm input IP3, 8.5dB noise figure, and 7.7dB conversion loss at 5V supply with 138mA current draw. It integrates an LO buffer and on-chip baluns for single-ended RF/LO inputs and supports low-side or high-side LO injection in LTE, WiMAX, and MMDS base station transceivers.
For engineers reviewing the MAX2044ETP+T datasheet, MAX2044ETP+T pinout, MAX2044ETP+T application, or MAX2044ETP+T equivalent, this page provides verified RF mixer specifications including LO drive range (–3 to +3dBm), IF bandwidth (50–500MHz), thermal performance (–40°C to +85°C), and package-validated layout compatibility with MAX2039/MAX2041/MAX2042 families.
Technical Context
The MAX2044ETP+T implements a double-balanced passive mixer core with integrated SiGe LO buffer and monolithic RF/LO baluns-enabling true single-ended operation without external transformers. Its ultra-wide 2600–4300MHz LO range supports both low-side and high-side injection across 2.5GHz and 3.5GHz infrastructure bands.
Performance is stabilized across temperature via low conversion loss drift (0.008–0.01 dB/°C) and tight IIP3 variation (±0.2 dB over –40°C to +85°C), while spurious rejection (e.g., 68dBc 2RF–2LO at PRF = –10dBm) meets stringent wireless infrastructure spectral purity requirements.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| RF Frequency Range | 2300–4000MHz: Covers full 2.5GHz WiMAX, 3.5GHz LTE, and MMDS licensed bands in a single device. |
| LO Frequency Range | 2600–4300MHz: Enables flexible low-side or high-side injection without external frequency multipliers. |
| IF Frequency Range | 50–500MHz: Supports standard IF architectures using MABAES0029 1:1 transformer and external matching. |
| Conversion Loss | 7.7dB typical (5V): Low, stable loss enables higher system gain margin and reduced cascaded noise figure. |
| Input IP3 | +32.5dBm typical (5V, fRF=3500MHz): High linearity prevents intermodulation distortion in dense multi-carrier base stations. |
| Noise Figure | 8.5dB SSB (5V): Optimized for receiver front-end sensitivity in high-performance wireless infrastructure receivers. |
| LO Drive Level | –3 to +3dBm: Minimal external LO amplification required; compatible with low-power synthesizers. |
| Supply Current | 138mA @ 5V / 121mA @ 3.3V: Dual-voltage support allows power scaling for thermal or efficiency optimization. |
Pinout & Package
The MAX2044ETP+T is housed in a 20-pin thin QFN (5mm × 5mm) with exposed thermal pad (EP), optimized for RF grounding and thermal dissipation in high-density wireless PCB layouts.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| VCC | Power supply input | Single 3.3V or 5.0V rail powers entire mixer core, LO buffer, and bias circuitry. |
| GND | Ground reference | All 5 ground pins (GND1–GND5) must be connected to low-inductance RF ground plane via multiple vias. |
| RF+ | Differential RF input (non-inverting) | Accepts single-ended RF via internal balun; requires 50Ω match to minimize return loss (16–23dB). |
| RF– | Differential RF input (inverting) | Completes differential RF path; internal balun eliminates need for external RF transformer. |
| LO+ | Differential LO input (non-inverting) | Accepts single-ended LO via internal balun; supports –3 to +3dBm drive with 14–19dB return loss. |
| LO– | Differential LO input (inverting) | Completes differential LO path; integrated buffer ensures consistent LO drive across temperature. |
| IF+ | Differential IF output (non-inverting) | 50Ω nominal differential output; requires external 1:1 transformer for single-ended IF interface. |
| IF– | Differential IF output (inverting) | Paired with IF+; differential output improves common-mode noise rejection in IF chain. |
| LOBIAS | LO buffer bias control | External resistor sets LO buffer current; enables reduced-power mode (lower IIP3, higher NF trade-off). |
| EP | Exposed thermal pad | Must be soldered to solid copper thermal plane; critical for maintaining TJ ≤ +150°C at 5W dissipation. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Integrated RF and LO baluns | Eliminates external 1:1 transformers, reducing BOM count, board area, and impedance-matching complexity. |
| Ultra-wide 2600–4300MHz LO range | Supports both low-side and high-side injection across 2.5GHz and 3.5GHz bands without redesigning LO synthesis. |
| Pin-similar to MAX2039/MAX2041/MAX2042 | Enables common PCB footprint across 1700–4000MHz mixers-reducing layout iterations and NRE costs. |
| External current-setting resistor (LOBIAS) | Allows dynamic trade-off between power consumption (ICC) and linearity (IIP3) for thermal or battery-constrained designs. |
| Guaranteed performance over –40°C to +85°C | Validated for outdoor base station environments with minimal parameter drift (e.g., TCCL = 0.008 dB/°C). |
| SiGe process technology | Delivers superior RF linearity and noise performance vs. GaAs or CMOS alternatives at comparable cost and integration level. |
Applications
| 2.5GHz WiMAX Base Stations | 3.5GHz LTE Base Stations |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Downconverting 2500–2690MHz WiMAX signals to 50–500MHz IF in outdoor subscriber units and base transceiver stations. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Primary RF-to-IF downconversion mixer in receive path; handles high dynamic range with +32.5dBm IIP3. Use Value: Enables robust reception under strong adjacent-channel interferers without front-end attenuation, preserving SNR. | Use Scenario: Upconverting 50–500MHz IF signals to 3400–3600MHz LTE TDD bands in macrocell and small-cell transmit chains. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: High-efficiency upconversion mixer in transmit path; delivers 7.7dB conversion loss and low LO leakage (–30dBm). Use Value: Reduces post-mixer PA drive requirements and improves EVM by minimizing LO feedthrough-induced distortion. |
| 2.7GHz MMDS Base Stations | Military Tactical Radios |
Use Scenario: Frequency translation in fixed broadband wireless access systems operating in 2500–2700MHz licensed MMDS spectrum. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Dual-mode (up/down) mixer supporting both FDD and TDD configurations with shared LO architecture. Use Value: Single-component solution simplifies RF front-end design and reduces calibration complexity across multiple channel plans. | Use Scenario: Secure, jam-resistant HF/VHF/UHF software-defined radio (SDR) transceivers requiring wideband agility and high spurious suppression. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Wideband mixer enabling rapid frequency hopping across 2300–4000MHz with <68dBc 2RF–2LO rejection. Use Value: Meets MIL-STD-461 CS114 conducted emissions limits by minimizing internally generated spurs in sensitive RF environments. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar RF mixer applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| MAX2042ETP+ | 1700–3000MHz RF range; lower IIP3 (+29.5dBm typ); same 20-pin QFN package and pinout. | Optimized for 1.8–2.7GHz LTE/WiMAX; not suitable for 3.5GHz band operation. | Select MAX2042ETP+ only when targeting sub-3GHz bands and requiring identical layout reuse. |
| HMC774ALC3B | DC–4GHz RF range; higher conversion loss (9.5dB); requires +13dBm LO drive; 16-pin QFN. | Broader DC-coupled IF support (DC–1GHz); suited for lab instrumentation and wideband test equipment. | Choose HMC774ALC3B for ultra-wide IF bandwidth needs, accepting higher LO power and layout change. |
Compared with MAX2042ETP+ and HMC774ALC3B, the MAX2044ETP+ uniquely balances 2300–4000MHz coverage, +32.5dBm IIP3, and –3 to +3dBm LO drive in a pin-compatible 20-pin QFN-making it the optimal choice for 3.5GHz LTE/WiMAX infrastructure where linearity and LO simplicity are critical.
Availability
MAX2044ETP+T is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for 2.5GHz WiMAX base stations, 3.5GHz LTE infrastructure, and military tactical radios requiring stable component supply across extended temperature ranges and multi-year production cycles.
Supply support for MAX2044ETP+T 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
Maxim Integrated (now part of Analog Devices) is a U.S.-based semiconductor company specializing in high-performance analog, mixed-signal, and RF ICs for industrial, communications, and automotive markets.
The MAX2044ETP+T belongs to Maxim's high-linearity SiGe mixer product line, engineered specifically for wireless infrastructure applications demanding wide RF bandwidth, exceptional IIP3, and integrated balun functionality to simplify front-end design.
FAQ
What is the recommended LO drive level for MAX2044ETP+T?
The MAX2044ETP+T specifies a nominal LO drive of 0dBm, with guaranteed operation across –3dBm to +3dBm. Operating within this range ensures optimal conversion loss (7.7dB), IIP3 (+32.5dBm), and spurious performance (68dBc 2RF–2LO). Drive levels outside this range degrade linearity and increase conversion loss, so external LO amplification should be calibrated to stay within spec.
Does MAX2044ETP+T support both upconversion and downconversion modes?
Yes, the MAX2044ETP+T is a bidirectional mixer fully characterized for both upconversion and downconversion. In downconverter mode (e.g., 3500MHz RF → 300MHz IF), it achieves 7.7dB conversion loss and 8.5dB noise figure. In upconverter mode (e.g., 200MHz IF → 3500MHz RF), it maintains 7.7dB loss and +33.5dBm IIP3 at 5V-enabling reuse in TDD/FDD transceivers without hardware changes.
What is the thermal resistance and maximum junction temperature for MAX2044ETP+T?
The MAX2044ETP+T has a junction-to-case thermal resistance (BJC) of +13°C/W and a maximum junction temperature of +150°C. With its exposed pad (EP) properly soldered to a thermal plane, the device sustains continuous 5W power dissipation. At 138mA and 5V, typical power draw is 690mW-well within thermal limits when ambient case temperature stays ≤ +85°C per datasheet specification.
Can MAX2044ETP+T operate from a 3.3V supply?
Yes, the MAX2044ETP+T is fully specified for 3.3V operation, drawing 121mA typical supply current. At 3.3V, it delivers 7.7dB conversion loss, +29.5dBm IIP3, and 8.5dB noise figure-slightly reduced linearity versus 5V but sufficient for many power-constrained base station modules. The LOBIAS pin allows further current reduction if needed, trading IIP3 for lower ICC.
Is MAX2044ETP+T pin-compatible with other Maxim mixers?
Yes, the MAX2044ETP+T is pin-similar to the MAX2039/MAX2041/MAX2042 family (1700–3000MHz) and the MAX2029/MAX2031 series (650–1000MHz). This enables common PCB layout across multiple frequency bands-reducing design time and qualification effort. However, RF/LO matching networks must be re-optimized per band; the pinout compatibility does not imply electrical drop-in replacement without tuning.
MAX2044ETP+T Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Analog Devices Inc./Maxim Integrated
- Series:
- -
- Package/Case:
- 20-WQFN Exposed Pad
- Packaging:
- Tape & Reel (TR)
- Product Status:
- Obsolete
- RF Type:
- WiMax, WLAN
- Frequency:
- 2.3GHz ~ 4GHz
- Number of Mixers:
- 1
- Gain:
- -
- Noise Figure:
- 8.5dB
- Secondary Attributes:
- Up/Down Converter
- Current - Supply:
- 138mA
- Voltage - Supply:
- 3.3V, 5V
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- 20-TQFN (5x5)
MAX2044ETP+T FAQ
1.How can I place an order for MAX2044ETP+T through Aetrix?
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6.How does Aetrix verify that MAX2044ETP+T is sourced from the original manufacturer or authorized distributors?
All MAX2044ETP+T products on Aetrix are procured from qualified distributors and authorized channels. Our dedicated quality assurance team conducts strict verification, including traceability checks and, if necessary, third-party testing. This ensures that MAX2044ETP+T meets industry standards.
7.What is the process for return or replacement of MAX2044ETP+T?
All MAX2044ETP+T units undergo pre-shipment inspection (PSI). If there is an issue with MAX2044ETP+T, 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 MAX2044ETP+T part is unused and in its original packaging.
Return procedure for MAX2044ETP+T:
1.Submit a request within 90 days.
2.Obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) from Aetrix.
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