SFB-06-N1

Rev 1.7

D-Band Balanced Mixer
Description:
Model SFB-06-N1 is a D-Band balanced mixer thatutilizes high performance GaAs Schottky beam-leaddiodes and a balanced circuit configuration to offer
superior RF performance. The mixer supports the fullwaveguide band operation for RF frequency from 110 to
170 GHz with an extremely broad IF output from DC to
40 GHz. The mixer offers a conversion loss of 12 dB
typical and a high RF to LO port isolation of 30 dB. The
typical input P-1dB is around -3 dBm and RF to LO
isolation is 30 dB nominally.

Features:•••

Applications:•••

Full Waveguide Band Coverage
Low Conversion Loss
High IF Frequency up to 40 GHz

Radar Systems
Communication Systems
Test Equipment

Electrical Specifications:Parameter
RF Frequency Range
LO Frequency Range
IF Frequency Range
LO Pumping Power
Conversion Loss
RF Input P-1dB
RF to LO Isolation
Combined RF and LO PowerSpecification Temperature
Operating Temperature

Minimum
110 GHz110 GHzDC

Typical+13 dBm
12 dB-3 dBm
30 dB

Maximum
170 GHz
160 GHz40 GHz+15 dBm
15 dB+18 dBm+25 °C-40 °C+85 °C

Note: The RF input P-1dB is LO pumping power related. The value shown is at LO power +13 dBm. The higher the LO power, thehigher the input P-1dB.

Mechanical Specifications:ItemRF PortLO PortIF Port
Case Material
FinishWeightOutline

Specification
WR-06 Waveguide UG-387/U-M Anti-Cocking Flange
WR-06 Waveguide UG-387/U-M Anti-Cocking Flange
K (F)AluminumGold Plated
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D-Band Balanced Mixer
Typical Conversion Loss vs. Frequency
RF: -20 dBm; LO: +13 dBm

Conversion Loss (dB)

20Conversion Loss (LO @ 120 GHz)

15Conversion Loss (LO @ 140 GHz)

10Conversion Loss (LO @ 160 GHz)

50-5
-10
-15
-20-25
-30
110

115

120

125

130

135

140

145

150

155

160

165

170

Frequency (GHz)

Mechanical Outline: (Unless otherwise specified, all dimensions are in inches [millimeters])

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Phone: 424-757-0168 | Fax: 424-757-0188 | Email: support@eravant.com
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D-Band Balanced Mixer
Note:••••All data presented is collected from a sample lot. Actual data may vary unit to unit slightly.
All testing was performed under +25 oC case temperature.
A DC block at IF port may be required when connecting to a device, such as an IF low noise
amplifier or a base band mixer which input port is DC coupled.
Eravant reserves the right to change the information presented without notice.

Caution:••••••

Exceeding absolute maximum ratings shown will damage the device.
The device is static sensitive. Always follow ESD rules when working with the device.
The IF port of the mixer is DC coupled. Use a DC block when connecting to other devices.
Never apply an external bias voltage to the IF port because the mixer will be damaged.
Any foreign objects in the waveguide will cause performance degradation and can possibly
damage the device.
Proper torque, 8.0 ± 0.15 inch-pounds (0.92 ± 0.05 Nm), should be applied. Eravant torquewrench, model SCH-08008-S1, is highly recommended.

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Phone: 424-757-0168 | Fax: 424-757-0188 | Email: support@eravant.com
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