20MHz to 8GHz RF Frequency Converter Module VFC-20-8000-80

20MHz to 8GHz RF Frequency Converter Module VFC-20-8000-80

The VFC-20-8000-80 Wideband Frequency Converter Module is a high-performance RF device, specifically designed for precise frequency conversion and efficient signal processing, with a wide frequency range from 20MHz to 8GHz. It is widely used in RF testing, electronic warfare, radar systems, communication equipment, and research fields, particularly in applications that require high signal quality and conversion accuracy. Whether for high-frequency signal reception, frequency conversion, or signal processing in complex systems, this module provides a reliable and efficient solution.

Technical Specifications

1. Receiving Frequency Range: 20MHz ~ 8GHz
2. Tuning Resolution: 10kHz
3. Frequency Switching Time: ≤100μs
4. Frequency Accuracy: ≤0.1ppm (over full temperature range)
5. Phase Noise: ≤-120dBc/Hz @ 10kHz @ 1GHz
6. Frequency Conversion Module Operating Mode: Normal Mode, Low Distortion Mode, Low Noise Mode
7. Noise Figure:
   • ≤9dB (20MHz ~ 3599.99MHz)
   • ≤11dB (3.6GHz ~ 8GHz) (Low Noise Mode)
8. Link Gain:
   • 45±2dB (Low Noise Mode)
   • 30±2dB (Normal Mode)
   • 10±2dB (Low Distortion Mode)
9. Intermediate Frequency (IF):
   • Wideband: 153.6MHz
   • Narrowband: 140MHz
10. Intermediate Frequency Bandwidth:
    • Wideband 1: 80MHz
    • Wideband 2: 40MHz
    • Narrowband 1: 0.5MHz
11. Intermediate Frequency Filter Roll-Off Factor: ≤1.5 (BW-60dB / BW-3dB) for Wideband 1
12. RF Attenuation: 0 ~ 30dB (Step 1dB)
13. Intermediate Frequency Attenuation: 0 ~ 30dB (Step 1dB)
14. Intermediate Frequency Suppression: ≥90dB
15. Image Rejection: ≥90dB
16. Input Second-Order Intercept Point (IP2): ≥65dBm (Typical, Low Distortion Mode)
17. Input Third-Order Intercept Point (IP3): ≥25dBm (Typical, Low Distortion Mode)
18. Output 1dB Compression Point: ≥15dBm
19. Burnout Power: 30dBm
20. Impedance: 50Ω
21. Internal Spurious Signals: ≤-115dBm (Referenced to input, typical)
22. Frequency Fine Tuning: Supported
23. AD Clock Output:
    • Frequency: 204.8MHz
    • Output Power: 4±2dBm
24. Built-in Reference Clock:
    • Frequency: 100MHz
    • Automatic Switching Between Internal and External Reference Clock
    • External Reference Clock Input: Supports 100MHz or 10MHz
25. Intermediate Frequency Output In-Band Fluctuation: ≤3dB

Initialization State

1. Frequency Conversion Module Tuning Frequency: 500MHz
2. Frequency Conversion Module RF Attenuation: 10dB
3. Frequency Conversion Module Intermediate Frequency Attenuation: 20dB
4. Frequency Conversion Module Operating Mode: Normal Operating Mode
5. Frequency Conversion Module Intermediate Frequency Bandwidth: 160MHz
6. SPI Interface Operating State: Waiting to receive external control data

Other

1. Operating Temperature: -40°C ~ +60°C
2. Storage Temperature: -58°C ~ +85°C
3. Power and Control Interface: J30J-9ZKP
4. Power Supply: DC: 12V (±5%) I ≤ 1.2A
5. RF Interface: SMA-K
6. Dimensions: 120mm × 100mm × 16mm (Tolerance ±0.2mm, excluding connector size)
7. Weight: ≤0.6kg

Low-Frequency Interface Definition(Pin Definition of Connector J30J-9ZKP)

• Pin 1: SCK (Synchronous Clock Signal)
• Pin 2: SDI (Input Data Signal)
• Pin 3: /SS (Input Active Signal)
• Pin 4: SDO (Output Data Signal)
• Pin 5: NC (No Connection)
• Pin 6: +12V Input
• Pin 7: +12V Input
• Pin 8: GND (Ground)
• Pin 9: GND (Ground)