MAX2606EUT+

Product Overview

MAX2606EUT+ from Analog Devices / Maxim Integrated is a integrated IF voltage-controlled oscillator used in RF, microwave or high-speed receiver signal-chain designs. This description focuses on practical RF function, operating range, interface requirements and sourcing relevance for engineering and procurement teams.

The exact suffix should be checked against the original BOM because RF performance, package, temperature range and reel format may vary across closely related orderable part numbers.

Key Features

• Manufacturer: Analog Devices / Maxim Integrated
• Part Number: MAX2606EUT+
• Device Type: integrated IF voltage-controlled oscillator
• RF Function: compact IF VCO with differential output for RF local oscillator and IF oscillator signal generation
• Frequency / Band: 45 MHz to 650 MHz oscillator family coverage, with exact tuning band set by the selected MAX2605-MAX2609 member and external inductor
• Core Specification 1: Integrated IF VCO with differential RF outputs
• Core Specification 2: 45 MHz to 650 MHz overall frequency range
• Core Specification 3: Single +2.7 V to +5.5 V supply operation
• Core Specification 4: Low current oscillator family for mobile and IF signal-chain use
• Core Specification 5: Package family: 6-pin SOT23
• Supply / Bias: +2.7 V to +5.5 V
• Interface / Output: analog tuning voltage input with differential RF oscillator outputs
• Operating Temperature: -40°C to +85°C extended temperature ordering class for E suffix parts
• Design Notes: Confirm the exact ordering suffix, package option, temperature grade and application circuit before replacing the part in an existing RF design.

Applications

IF oscillator sources, GPS receiver IF chains, land-mobile radios, cellular/PCS handsets and ISM-band synthesizer subsystems.

RF designs that need a small VCO replacement with the same tuning band, output format and SOT23 footprint.

Quality & Sourcing

Antrex Electronics can support sourcing for MAX2606EUT+ through available stock checks, BOM consolidation and alternative-lot review. For RF and microwave components, packaging condition, date code, MSL handling and original labeling should be checked before shipment.

For project builds, repair support or shortage coverage, Antrex Electronics can coordinate visual inspection, package verification and third-party testing when required. This helps buyers manage risk when sourcing discontinued, legacy or hard-to-find RF misc ICs and modules.