HMC213BMS8ETR

RF Mixers Overview

The HMC213BMS8ETR is a GaAs MMIC double balanced mixer from Analog Devices, operating within a radio frequency range of 1.5 GHz to 4.5 GHz. It features a local oscillator frequency range of 1.5 GHz to 4.5 GHz and an intermediate frequency range of 0 Hz to 1.5 GHz. Key performance metrics include a maximum conversion loss of 10 dB, an output third-order intercept point (OIP3) of 21 dBm, and a P1dB compression point of 11 dBm. The device supports surface mount installation in an MSOP-8 package, with a power dissipation of 1.424 W and an operating temperature range from -40 C to +85 C.

RF Mixers Feature Summary

• Constructs a passive monolithic microwave integrated circuit using gallium arsenide technology for robust RF performance.
• Delivers high linearity characteristics through a double balanced architecture designed to minimize unwanted signal mixing products.

RF Mixers Applications

• Evaluation of RF mixer performance using the EV1HMC213BMS8 development board
• Wireless communication systems requiring wideband frequency conversion
• Test and measurement equipment utilizing GaAs MMIC components

RF Mixers Procurement Notes

Verify component authenticity by cross-referencing the manufacturer part number HMC213BMS8ETR with official Analog Devices documentation. Confirm that the received unit matches the specified MSOP-8 package and GaAs construction. Ensure compliance with RoHS standards as indicated in the product attributes. Check for any specific handling requirements associated with sensitive RF integrated circuits during storage and assembly processes.

RF Mixers Selection Notes

Select this component when a wideband mixer covering 1.5 GHz to 4.5 GHz is required with high linearity specifications. The choice is driven by the need for a compact SMD solution offering an OIP3 of 21 dBm and low conversion loss. Consider the MSOP-8 footprint for space-constrained designs and verify compatibility with the intended local oscillator and intermediate frequency ranges before integration into the final system architecture.

RF Mixers Part Context

This device belongs to the HMC213B series of RF mixers manufactured by Analog Devices. It represents a class of ultraminiature double balanced mixers built on GaAs MMIC technology. The series is designed for applications demanding reliable frequency translation across broad bandwidths while maintaining signal integrity in compact form factors suitable for modern electronic assemblies.

RF Mixers Replacement Considerations

Public confirmed substitute part numbers are not available in the provided data. The HMC214MS8ETR is listed as discontinued. Verify functional equivalence with other Analog Devices mixers if substitution is necessary.