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2

3 Volt Voltage Variable Absorptive Attenuator

40 dB, 0.5 - 2.0 GHz

Rev. V6

AT-113

ADVANCED: Data Sheets contain information regarding a product M/A-COM Technology Solutions

is considering for development. Performance is based on target specifications, simulated results,

and/or prototype measurements. Commitment to develop is not guaranteed.

PRELIMINARY: Data Sheets contain information regarding a product M/A-COM Technology

Solutions has under development. Performance is based on engineering tests. Specifications are

typical. Mechanical outline has been fixed. Engineering samples and/or test data may be available.

Commitment to produce in volume is not guaranteed.

Electrical Specifications

Parameter

Test Conditions

Units

Min.

Typ.

Max.

Insertion Loss

0.5 - 1.0 GHz

1.0 - 2.0 GHz

dB

dB

—

—

2.7

3.0

3.0

3.5

Attenuation

0.5 - 1.0 GHz

1.0 - 2.0 GHz

dB

dB

40

35

—

—

—

—

Flatness

(Peak to Peak)

0.5 - 1.0 GHz

1.0 - 2.0 GHz

dB

dB

—

—

± 0.5

± 1.2

± 0.8

± 1.5

VSWR

—

Ratio

—

2:1

—

Trise, Tfall

10% to 90% RF, 90% to 10% RF

µS

—

10

—

Ton, Toff

50% Control to 90% RF, 50% Control to

10% RF

µS

—

12

—

Transients

In-band

mV

—

10

—

8. The RF ports must be blocked outside of the package from ground or any other voltage.

SOIC-8

†

†

Meets JEDEC moisture sensitivity level 1 requirements.

Handling Procedures

Please observe the following precautions to avoid damage:

Static Sensitivity

Gallium Arsenide Integrated Circuits are sensitive to electrostatic discharge (ESD) and can be damaged by static

electricity. Proper ESD control techniques should be used when handling these devices.