MMIC SURFACE MOUNT WIDEBAND

Double Balanced Mixer MDB-54H+

Level 15 (LO Power 15dBm) 20-50 GHz

THE BIG DEAL

y Super wideband RF & LO, 20-50 GHz
y Super wideband IF, DC-20 GHz
y High L-R Isolation, 45 dB typ.
y Excellent Input IP3, 20 dBm Typ.
CASE STYLE: DQ1225
y Usable as Up & Down Converter Generic photo used for illustration purposes only

+RoHS Compliant
The +Suffix identifies RoHS Compliance. See our web site
for RoHS Compliance methodologies and qualifications

APPLICATIONS
y Satellite up and down converters
y Defense radar & communication
y WiGig
y 5G
y ISM

PRODUCT OVERVIEW
MDB-54H+ is super-wideband double balanced mixer fabricated using InGaP HBT technology. The MDB-54H+ mixer functions
as an up converter or down converter for LO and RF frequencies from 20 to 50 GHz and covers IF bandwidths from DC-20 GHz.
The Mixer operates with 15 dBm LO power level while providing 11 dB conversion loss, 45 dB LO/RF isolation and 20 dBm input
IP3. The mixer is ideal for use in wideband millimeter wave systems for communications, defense and test and measurement
applications.

KEY FEATURES
Feature Advantages

Results in excellent LO-RF (35-55 dB typical) & LO-IF (23-52 dB typical) Isolations mini-mizing need for external
Double Balanced
filtering

Wide Bandwidth, 20 to 50 GHz Useful in wideband systems or in in several narrowband systems. Reducing inventory

Usable in first and second down converter applications. IF as low as DC enables use in phase detector
Wide IF Bandwidth DC-20 GHz
applications.

3 mm x 3 mm, 12 lead MCLP Package Low Inductance, repeatable transitions, excellent thermal contact to PCB

REV. A
ECO-009182
MDB-54H+
MCL NY
210810

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ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS1 AT 25°C, UNLESS NOTED

Condition
Parameter Min. Typ. Max. Units
(GHz)
RF Frequency Range - 20 - 50 GHz
LO Frequency Range - 20 - 50 GHz
IF Frequency Range - DC - 20 GHz
LO Power - 14 +15 16 dBm
20 - 9.8 12
30 - 10.2 12
Conversion Loss (at IF=2 GHz) dB
40 - 12.6 -
50 - 13 -
20 25 36 -
30 25 42 -
LO-RF Isolation dB
40 - 40 -
50 - 45 -
20 20 34 -
30 20 44 -
LO-IF Isolation dB
40 - 31 -
50 - 30 -
20 20 30 -
30 20 34 -
RF-IF Isolation dB
40 - 24 -
50 - 26 -
Pin at 1dB Compression 20-50 - 10 - dBm
Input IP3 20-50 - 20 - dBm
1. Measured on Mini-Circuits Characterization test board TB-MDB-54H+. See Characterization Test Circuit Figure 1A-1F

MAXIMUM RATINGS2
Parameter Ratings

Operating Temperature -40°C to 85°C

Storage Temperature -65°C to 150°C

RF Power 21 dBm

LO Power 21 dBm

IF Current 30 mA

2. Permanent damage may occur if any of these limits are exceeded.

Electrical maximum ratings are not intended for continuous normal operation.

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SIMPLIFIED SCHEMATIC AND BONDING PAD DESCRIPTION

TOP VIEW
GND RF GND
12 11 10

GND 1 9 N/C
IF 2 8 N/C
GND 3 7 N/C

4 5 6

GND LO GND

PAD CONNECTIONS
Function Pad Number Description

RF 11 RF port

LO 5 LO port

IF 2 IF port
Connects to Ground Pads at Die Level.
GND 1,3,4,6,10,12 & Paddle
Grounded on PCB.
NC 7,8 & 9 Not Connected, Grounded on PCB

PRODUCT MARKING

black body
index MCL
B54H model family designation

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CHARACTERIZATION TEST CIRCUITS

TB-MDB-54H+
TB-MDB-54H+ 10dB 10dB IF PORT
RF PORT
10dB 10dB IF PORT RF IF
RF PORT
RF IF
BW-E10-1W653+ BW-E10-1W653+
LO
BW-E10-1W653+ BW-E10-1W653+
LO 3dB BW-E3-1W653+

3dB BW-E3-1W653+ 30-70GHz

A2 Gain = 14dB,
P1dB = 21.5dBm
VDD = 15V ZVA-02443HP+
IDD= 300mA 30-70GHz
A1 Gain = 19dB,
P1dB = 16dBm
LO PORT
LO PORT

Figure 1A. Block Diagram of Test Circuit used for characterization of Figure 1B. Block Diagram of Test Circuit used for characterization
Conversion Loss, Isolation (L-R,L-I, R-I) & VSWR from 20 to 35 GHz. of Conversion Loss, Isolation(L-R,L-I, R-I) & VSWR from 35 to 50 GHz.
Test Condition: Test Condition:
RF =-10dBm,LO=15dBm, IF =30MHz,2GHz & 3GHz RF =-10dBm,LO=15dBm, IF =30MHz,2GHz & 3GHz

Agilent E8257D Keysight PNA-X N5247B

Signal Generator
Network Analyzer Port 4
BW-E10-1W653+ TB-MDB-54H+ BW-E10-1W653+ Port 1 Port 2
10dB 10dB
OUT1
Power Splitter S RF IF Agilent E4448A
/Combiner Spectrum
TB-MDB-54H+
OUT2 Analyzer
10dB 10dB
ZN2PD-K44+
LO RF IF
Agilent E8257D
Signal Generator BW-E10-1W653+ BW-E10-1W653+
3dB BW-E3-1W653+
LO

VDD = 15V ZVA-02443HP+ 3dB BW-E3-1W653+

IDD= 300mA
30-70GHz
A2 Gain = 14dB,
P1dB = 21.5dBm
Agilent E8257D
Signal Generator 30-70GHz
A1 Gain = 19dB,
P1dB = 16dBm

Figure 1C. Block Diagram of Test Circuit used for characterization of Figure 1D. Block Diagram of Test Circuit used for characterization of
Input IP3 from 20 to 35GHz Input IP3 from 35 to 50 GHz
Test Condition: RF= -10dBm/Tone, LO=15dBm, IF = 2GHz Test Condition:
Input IP3(IIP3):Two tones, spaced 1MHz apart RF=-10dBm/Tone, LO = 15dBm, IF= 2GHz
Input IP3 (IIP3): Two tones, spaced 1MHz apart

VDD = 15V
IDD= 300mA
BW-E3-1W653+ TB-MDB-54H+ BW-E10-1W653+ Keysight PNA-X N5247B
3dB 10dB
Network Analyzer
Agilent E8257D RF IF Agilent E4448A Port1 RCVR R1 In Port 2 Port 4
Signal Generator Spectrum
Analyzer
ZVA-02443HP+
LO
TB-MDB-54H+
ZCDC20-E18653+
3dB BW-E3-1W653+ Cpl
RF IF
A1 In Out

VDD = 15V ZVA-02443HP+ 30-70GHz 3dB 10dB

IDD= 300mA Gain = 14dB, BW-E3-1W653+ BW-E10-1W653+
LO
P1dB = 21.5dBm

Agilent E8257D 30-70GHz

Signal Generator
A3 Gain = 19dB,
P1dB = 16dBm
30-70GHz
A2 Gain = 19dB,
P1dB = 16dBm

Figure 1E. Block Diagram of Test Circuit used for characterization of Figure 1F. Block Diagram of Test Circuit used for characterization of
Compression from 20 to 35 GHz Compression from 35 to 50GHz
Test Condition: Test Condition:
RF=10dBm & -10dBm, LO = 15dBm, IF = 2GHz RF=10dBm & -10dBm, LO = 15dBm, IF = 2GHz
Compression = CL(RF=10dBm) - CL(RF = -10dBm) Compression = CL(RF=10dBm) - CL(RF = -10dBm)

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ADDITIONAL DETAILED TECHNICAL INFORMATION IS AVAILABLE ON OUR DASH BOARD. TO ACCESS C LIC K HERE

Data Table

Performance Data Swept Graphs

S-Parameter (S1P Files) Data Set (.zip file)

Case Style DQ1225 Plastic package, exposed paddle, lead finish: matte-tin

Tape & Reel F66

Standard quantities available on reel 7” reels with 20, 50, 100, 200, 500, 1K and 2K devices

Suggested Layout for PCB Design PL-705

Evaluation Board TB-MDB-54H+

Environmental Ratings ENV08T1

ESD RATING
Human Body Model (HBM): Class 1A (250 to <500V) in accordance with ANSI/ESD STM 5.1 - 2001

MSL RATING
Moisture Sensitivity: MSL1 in accordance with IPC/JEDEC J-STD-020D

MSL TEST FLOW CHART

Start Visual Electrical SAM

Inspection Test Analysis

Soak
Reflow 3 cycles Bake at 125°C,
85°C/85RH
260°C 24 hours
168 hours

Visual Electrical SAM

Inspection Test Analysis Finish

NOTES
A. Performance and quality attributes and conditions not expressly stated in this specification document are intended to be excluded and do not form a part of this specification document.
B. Electrical specifications and performance data contained in this specification document are based on Mini-Circuit’s applicable established test performance criteria and measurement instructions.
C. The parts covered by this specification document are subject to Mini-Circuits standard limited warranty and terms and conditions (collectively, “Standard Terms”); Purchasers of this part are entitled to the rights
and benefits contained therein. For a full statement of the standard. Terms and the exclusive rights and remedies thereunder, please visit Mini-Circuits’ website at www.minicircuits.com/MCLStore/terms.jsp

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