Maxim Integrated RF/Microwave Up/Down Converters 121

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Part	Manufacturer	RF or Microwave Device Type	Mounting Feature	No. of Terminals	Package Body Material	Technology	Maximum RF Output Frequency	Maximum Voltage Standing Wave Ratio	Maximum Supply Current	Minimum RF Output Frequency	Construction	Minimum RF Input Frequency	Power Supplies (V)	Package Equivalence Code	Characteristic Impedance	Sub-Category	Minimum Up Conversion Gain	Maximum Operating Temperature	Minimum Down Conversion Gain	Maximum Output Power	Minimum Intermediate Frequency (IF)	Maximum RF Input Frequency	Minimum Operating Temperature	Terminal Finish	LO Tunable	Maximum Noise Figure	JESD-609 Code	Minimum Input Power (CW)	Maximum Intermediate Frequency (IF)
MAX2118UTL+T	Maxim Integrated	DOWN CONVERTER	SURFACE MOUNT	40	PLASTIC/EPOXY				265 mA		COMPONENT	925 MHz	5	LCC40,.24SQ,20	30 ohm	RF/Microwave Up/Down Converters		85 Cel				2175 MHz	0 Cel	MATTE TIN	YES		e3
MAX2721EUP+	Maxim Integrated	UP CONVERTER					2500 MHz	2		2100 MHz	COMPONENT				50 ohm			85 Cel		-2.5 dBm	1050 MHz		-40 Cel	MATTE TIN	YES		e3		2500 MHz
MAX2406EEP	Maxim Integrated	DOWN CONVERTER	SURFACE MOUNT	20	PLASTIC/EPOXY	BIPOLAR			30 mA				3/5	SSOP20,.25		RF/Microwave Up/Down Converters		85 Cel				1900 MHz	-40 Cel	Tin/Lead (Sn85Pb15)	NO	9 dB	e0	-10 dBm
MAX2116UTL+	Maxim Integrated	DOWN CONVERTER	SURFACE MOUNT	40	PLASTIC/EPOXY				265 mA		COMPONENT	925 MHz	5	LCC40,.24SQ,20	30 ohm	RF/Microwave Up/Down Converters		85 Cel				2175 MHz	0 Cel	MATTE TIN	YES		e3
MAX2118UTL-T	Maxim Integrated	DOWN CONVERTER	SURFACE MOUNT	40	PLASTIC/EPOXY				265 mA		COMPONENT	925 MHz	5	LCC40,.24SQ,20	30 ohm	RF/Microwave Up/Down Converters		85 Cel				2175 MHz	0 Cel	Tin/Lead (Sn85Pb15)	YES		e0
MAX2327EUP+	Maxim Integrated	DOWN CONVERTER	SURFACE MOUNT	20	PLASTIC/EPOXY				19.5 mA		COMPONENT	800 MHz	3/3.3	TSSOP20,.25	50 ohm	RF/Microwave Up/Down Converters		85 Cel	7.8 dB		50 MHz	2500 MHz	-40 Cel	Tin (Sn)	YES	11.5 dB	e3		400 MHz
MAX2114UGH-D	Maxim Integrated	DOWN CONVERTER									COMPONENT	925 MHz			50 ohm			85 Cel				2175 MHz	0 Cel	Tin/Lead (Sn/Pb)	YES		e0	-25 dBm
MAX2663EUT+	Maxim Integrated	UP CONVERTER																						MATTE TIN			e3
MAX2116UTL-T	Maxim Integrated	DOWN CONVERTER	SURFACE MOUNT	40	PLASTIC/EPOXY				265 mA		COMPONENT	925 MHz	5	LCC40,.24SQ,20	30 ohm	RF/Microwave Up/Down Converters		85 Cel				2175 MHz	0 Cel	Tin/Lead (Sn/Pb)	YES		e0
MAX2700ECM+D	Maxim Integrated	DOWN CONVERTER						1.7			COMPONENT	1800 MHz			50 ohm			85 Cel				2100 MHz	-40 Cel	MATTE TIN	YES		e3
MAX2663EUT+T	Maxim Integrated	UP CONVERTER					2500 MHz	2.1		400 MHz	COMPONENT				50 ohm		-.1 dB	85 Cel			40 MHz		-40 Cel	MATTE TIN	NO	12.7 dB	e3		500 MHz
MAX2701ECM	Maxim Integrated	DOWN CONVERTER	SURFACE MOUNT	48	PLASTIC/EPOXY			1.2	235 mA		COMPONENT	2100 MHz	3	TQFP48,.35SQ	50 ohm	RF/Microwave Up/Down Converters		85 Cel				2500 MHz	-40 Cel	Tin/Lead (Sn/Pb)	YES		e0
MAX2680EUT-T	Maxim Integrated	DOWN CONVERTER	SURFACE MOUNT	6	PLASTIC/EPOXY	BIPOLAR		1.5	7.7 mA			400 MHz	3/5	TSOP6,.11,37	50 ohm	RF/Microwave Up/Down Converters		85 Cel	5.7 dB		10 MHz	2500 MHz	-40 Cel	TIN LEAD	YES		e0		500 MHz
MAX2700ECM-D	Maxim Integrated	DOWN CONVERTER						1.7			COMPONENT	1800 MHz			50 ohm			85 Cel				2100 MHz	-40 Cel	Tin/Lead (Sn85Pb15)	YES		e0
MAX2720EUP+	Maxim Integrated	UP CONVERTER					2100 MHz	2		1700 MHz	COMPONENT				50 ohm			85 Cel		-6 dBm	850 MHz		-40 Cel	MATTE TIN	YES		e3		2100 MHz
MAX2721EUP-T	Maxim Integrated	UP CONVERTER					2500 MHz	2		2100 MHz	COMPONENT				50 ohm			85 Cel		-2.5 dBm	1050 MHz		-40 Cel	TIN LEAD	YES		e0		2500 MHz
MAX2701ECM-TD	Maxim Integrated	DOWN CONVERTER																						TIN LEAD			e0
MAX2410E/D	Maxim Integrated	UP/DOWN CONVERTER					1900 MHz	2							50 ohm		8.6 dB	85 Cel	6.6 dB			1900 MHz	-40 Cel	Tin/Lead (Sn/Pb)	NO		e0	-17 dBm	450 MHz
MAX2104CCM-D	Maxim Integrated	DOWN CONVERTER									COMPONENT	925 MHz			50 ohm			70 Cel				2175 MHz	0 Cel	Tin/Lead (Sn85Pb15)	YES		e0	-25 dBm
MAX2116UTL	Maxim Integrated	DOWN CONVERTER	SURFACE MOUNT	40	CERAMIC				265 mA		COMPONENT	925 MHz	5	LCC40,.24SQ,20	30 ohm	RF/Microwave Up/Down Converters		85 Cel				2175 MHz	0 Cel	Tin/Lead (Sn85Pb15)	YES		e0
MAX2683EUE-T	Maxim Integrated	DOWN CONVERTER									COMPONENT	3400 MHz			50 ohm			85 Cel	4.8 dB		100 MHz	3800 MHz	-40 Cel	Matte Tin (Sn)	YES		e3	10 dBm	400 MHz
MAX2701ECM-D	Maxim Integrated	DOWN CONVERTER																						TIN LEAD			e0
MAX2320EUP+	Maxim Integrated	DOWN CONVERTER	SURFACE MOUNT	20	PLASTIC/EPOXY				25.3 mA		COMPONENT	800 MHz	3/3.3	TSSOP20,.25	50 ohm	RF/Microwave Up/Down Converters		85 Cel	7.8 dB		50 MHz	2500 MHz	-40 Cel	MATTE TIN	YES	11.5 dB	e3		400 MHz
MAX2720EUP	Maxim Integrated	UP CONVERTER					2100 MHz	2		1700 MHz	COMPONENT				50 ohm			85 Cel		-6 dBm	850 MHz		-40 Cel	Tin/Lead (Sn85Pb15)	YES		e0		2100 MHz
MAX2410EEI+T	Maxim Integrated	UP/DOWN CONVERTER					1900 MHz	2							50 ohm		8.6 dB	85 Cel	6.6 dB			1900 MHz	-40 Cel	MATTE TIN	NO		e3	-17 dBm	450 MHz

RF/Microwave Up/Down Converters

RF/microwave up/down converters are electronic devices that can convert high frequency (HF) signals to a lower frequency or vice versa. These converters are essential components of modern communication systems, where the frequency of the signal needs to be changed to enable transmission and reception. The up/down conversion process can be achieved through a variety of methods, including heterodyne mixing, direct mixing, and superheterodyne mixing.

Heterodyne mixing involves mixing the incoming signal with a local oscillator signal to generate an intermediate frequency (IF) signal. This method is widely used in superheterodyne receivers and is often used in upconversion. Direct mixing involves converting the frequency of the input signal to the desired frequency using a nonlinear device such as a diode. This method is often used in frequency synthesizers and mixers.

Superheterodyne mixing combines the advantages of heterodyne and direct mixing to achieve high sensitivity and selectivity. In a superheterodyne receiver, the incoming signal is mixed with a local oscillator signal to produce an IF signal, which is then amplified and demodulated. Superheterodyne mixing is also used in frequency upconversion, where the input signal is mixed with a local oscillator signal to produce the desired output frequency.

RF/microwave up/down converters are used in a variety of applications, including wireless communication systems, satellite communication systems, radar systems, and test and measurement equipment. They are available in various forms, including integrated circuits (ICs), modules, and subsystems, and can operate at a range of frequencies, from a few megahertz to several gigahertz.