RF2411TR7

RF Mixers

RF mixers are an important type of active components used in RF electronic circuits. They are commonly used in frequency conversion processes. The RF2411TR7, a model from Richco, is a type of diode mixer. It maintains the same low loss performance over a broad operational frequency range. This high-performance part is designed for use in a variety of applications, including commercial, medical, radar, and wireless communications. Moreover, it can be used as an important component in a frequency conversion system.

Applications

The low conversion loss of the RF2411TR7 is ideal for a range of applications. Its strong port-to-port isolation helps to prevent unwanted interference between signals in the circuit. This makes it a suitable choice for use in sensitive applications such as medical or military systems. Moreover, typical applications include frequency multipliers, up-converters, down-converters, analog modulators, for use in the commercial field.

Working Principle

The RF2411TR7 is a diode mixer that possesses a low conversion loss, meaning that it can convert a signal from a higher frequency to a lower frequency with relatively low power gain. Moreover, it can maintain a linear signal response so that the input-output characteristics follow a linear curve. This part employs a high frequency and low frequency port, and each of these are coupled using a resonant circuit or active component such as an amplifier. On the other side of the inputs, signals from the two ports are then mixed using a diode. The result is then fed into the output filter, which removes all harmonics from the signal. The filter separates the wanted signals from the unwanted signals, and the result is the signal at the desired frequency.