This is a series of passive double-balanced mixer modules designed based on high-performance RF chips (ADE, RMS series). The modules feature a metal shielded enclosure and standard SMA female connector, with a pure passive internal design requiring no external DC power, supporting both upconversion and downconversion. The series offers multiple frequency versions with wideband coverage, low conversion loss and high port isolation. Note that a sufficiently powerful external local oscillator (LO) signal is required, making it a reliable core component for frequency translation and signal conversion in various RF systems.
Widely used in cellular mobile communications (PCN), satellite signal distribution, GPS receivers, and VHF/UHF band transceivers. Engineers can flexibly select the appropriate model based on specific project frequency requirements: low-frequency applications (such as shortwave, FM broadcast) can use ADE-6+; mid-to-high frequency bands (such as walkie-talkies, aviation band, UHF) can use ADE-12+; and wider band coverage needs (such as mobile communications, GPS, SDR wideband reception) can use RMS-11X+ or ADE-11X. They are also commonly used in various RF test instruments, spectrum monitoring equipment, and software defined radio (SDR) systems.
| Model | Frequency range (RF/LO) | Conv. loss (typ.) | Isolation (typ.) | Connector/Weight |
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| ADE-6+ | 0.05 – 250 MHz | 4.6 dB | 40 dB | SMA female / 56g |
| ADE-12+ | 50 – 1000 MHz | 7.0 dB | 36 dB | SMA female / 56g |
| RMS-11X+ | 5 – 1900 MHz | 7.1 dB | 35 dB | SMA female / 56g |
| ADE-11X | 10 – 2000 MHz | 7.1 dB | 36 dB | SMA female / 56g |
Note: The chip-level typical LO power requirement is +7 dBm; in module applications, an external LO power of approximately +15 dBm is recommended to ensure performance.
