CHR2297
RoHS COMPLIANT
36-44GHz Multifunction (MFC) Down-Converter
GaAs Monolithic Microwave IC
Description
The CHR2297 is a multifunction chip (MFC)
which integrates a LO buffer amplifier, an IF
amplifier and a single cold FET mixer. It is
usable for down-conversion. It is designed for a
wide range of applications, from military to
commercial
communication
systems. The
backside of the chip is both RF and DC grounds.
This helps to simplify the assembly process.
The circuit is manufactured with a p-HEMT
process, 0.25µm gate length, via holes through
the substrate, air bridges and electron beam
gate lithography.
It is available in chip form.
Down converter
LO
IF
RF
Conversion Gain
10
9
Main Features
Conversion Gain (dB)
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
0
34
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
42
43
44
45
46
RF Frequency (GHz)
F_IF= 2GHz
F_IF= 6GHz
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Broadband performance : 36-44GHz RF
■
2.5dB conversion gain
■
0dBm LO input power
■
+4dBm input power (1dB gain comp.)
■
DC power consumption, 65mA @ 4V
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Chip size : 1.33 x 1.68 x 0.10 mm
Main Characteristics
Tamb. = 25°C
Parameter
F
RF
F
LO
F
IF
G
c
RF frequency range
LO frequency range
IF frequency range
Conversion Gain
Min
36
30
2
Typ
Max
44
39
6
Unit
GHz
GHz
GHz
dB
2.5
ESD Protection : Electrostatic discharge sensitive device. Observe handling precautions !
Ref. : DSCHR22977187 - 06 Jul 07
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Specifications subject to change without notice
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