Physical map, performance packaged
RF: 3.5-8.5GHz
LO: 3.5-8.5GHz
IF: DC-2GHz
LO power: 10dBm
MAGNUM MC44P-7: 3.5-8.5GHz SMA RF Coaxial Double Balanced Mixer
Key Features
- Broadband Operation: Seamlessly covers the 3.5–8.5 GHz spectrum, enabling versatile use in microwave communication, radar systems, and test instrumentation.
- Double-Balanced Topology: Provides superior port-to-port isolation (>25 dB typical) and effective suppression of spurious harmonics and intermodulation products, ensuring clean signal conversion.
- Low Conversion Loss: Achieves a typical conversion loss of 7 dB across the operating band, minimizing signal degradation and enhancing system sensitivity.
- High LO/RF Isolation: Reduces local oscillator (LO) feedthrough and input signal leakage, critical for maintaining system stability and dynamic range.
- SMA Connectors: Features high-quality SMA coaxial connectors for reliable 50 Ω impedance matching and durable connectivity in repeated mating cycles.
- Robust Power Handling: Supports LO drive levels up to +13 dBm and input power up to +10 dBm, accommodating a wide range of system requirements.
Applications
- Microwave point-to-point communication links
- Radar and electronic warfare (EW) systems
- Spectrum monitoring and signal intelligence (SIGINT)
- Automated test equipment (ATE) and RF instrumentation
- Satellite communication (SATCOM) ground stations
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Value/Range | |--------------------|-------------------------| | Frequency Range | 3.5–8.5 GHz | | Conversion Loss | 7 dB (typical) | | LO Drive Level | +7 dBm (min), +13 dBm (max) | | Isolation (LO-RF) | >25 dB | | Isolation (LO-IF) | >20 dB | | Input IP3 | +15 dBm (typical) | | Connector Type | SMA (female) | | Operating Temp. | -40°C to +85°C |
Why Choose MAGNUM MC44P-7?
Engineered for uncompromising performance, the MC44P-7 delivers consistent results in high-frequency signal conversion tasks. Its double-balanced design ensures minimal distortion and superior linearity, while the SMA interface guarantees repeatable connectivity. Whether integrated into commercial telecom infrastructure or defense-grade systems, this mixer provides the reliability and precision demanded by today’s advanced RF architectures.
Elevate your RF system performance with the MAGNUM MC44P-7 mixer—where bandwidth, isolation, and durability converge.