HMC208AMS8E-AN Analog Devices Integrated Circuit (Small Outline Packages) In Stock
HMC208AMS8E-AN is a double-balanced RF mixer from Analog Devices covering 0.7 GHz to 2.0 GHz RF and LO frequency range with low conversion loss. It is packaged in a compact 8-pin MSOP surface-mount package for integration into RF transceiver and frequency conversion designs. Available from stock with worldwide shipping.
- Manufacturer
- Analog Devices
- Package
- Small Outline Packages
- Pin Count
- 8
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- HMC208AMS8E-AN Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Integrated Circuit
- RoHS
- Compliant
- Lead Time
- 3–7 business days
- Shipping
- DHL Express · Worldwide
Key Features
- Double-balanced mixer topology operating from 0.7 GHz to 2.0 GHz RF and LO frequencies with low conversion loss for wireless and instrumentation receivers
- GaAs MMIC technology delivers excellent port-to-port isolation and spurious suppression critical for high-dynamic-range RF signal processing
- Compact 8-pin MSOP SMT package enables seamless integration into multi-stage RF front-end modules with minimal board real estate
Applications
The HMC208AMS8E-AN is well-suited for RF front-end frequency down-conversion in cellular base station receivers, point-to-point microwave radio systems, and spectrum analyzer instrumentation operating between 700 MHz and 2.0 GHz. Its double-balanced topology makes it ideal for I/Q demodulators, frequency translators, and phase-sensitive detection circuits where high LO-to-RF isolation is required to suppress LO leakage. The device is also applicable in test and measurement equipment, satellite ground station receivers, and military communications systems requiring reliable RF signal mixing at L-band and S-band frequencies.
Compliance & Regulatory
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Lead-Free | Yes (Pb-Free) |
Alternate & Equivalent Parts
No known alternates. Submit an RFQ and our team can suggest alternatives.
Frequently Asked Questions
What frequency range does the HMC208AMS8E-AN mixer cover for RF and LO ports?
The HMC208AMS8E-AN operates across an RF and LO frequency range of 0.7 GHz to 2.0 GHz, covering L-band and lower S-band applications. This range encompasses cellular LTE bands, Wi-Fi 2.4 GHz adjacent frequencies, and point-to-point microwave radio channels, making it versatile for both commercial and industrial RF receiver designs.
How does a double-balanced mixer topology benefit the HMC208AMS8E-AN in a receiver design?
A double-balanced topology provides high LO-to-RF and LO-to-IF port isolation, typically exceeding 20 dB to 30 dB across the 0.7 GHz to 2.0 GHz operating range. This suppresses LO leakage from radiating back through the antenna and reduces even-order intermodulation products, significantly improving the dynamic range and spurious-free performance of the receiver front-end.
What package does the HMC208AMS8E-AN use and how does it fit into a standard RF PCB layout?
The HMC208AMS8E-AN is housed in an 8-pin MSOP surface-mount package with 0.65 mm pin pitch, occupying approximately 3 mm × 3 mm of PCB area. RF PCB layouts for this device should use 50 Ω coplanar waveguide or microstrip transmission lines on RF ports and include bypass capacitors of 100 pF on the LO port to filter supply noise at GHz frequencies.
In which RF system architectures can the HMC208AMS8E-AN replace a passive diode ring mixer?
The HMC208AMS8E-AN can replace passive diode ring mixers in superheterodyne receivers, direct-conversion IQ front-ends, and frequency synthesizer test loops operating from 700 MHz to 2.0 GHz. As a GaAs MMIC device, it provides more consistent performance across temperature compared to Schottky diode ring mixers and eliminates the need for transformer baluns, reducing the external component count by at least 2 passive components per mixer stage.
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