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Digital Attenuator, 15 dB, 4-Bit

DC - 2.0 GHz

Rev. V3

MAATSS0015

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.

Ordering Information

1

1. Reference Application Note M513 for reel size information.

Pin Configuration

Pin No.

Function

Pin No.

Function

1

VC1

9

RF2

2

VC1

10

GND

3

VC2

11

GND

4

VC2

12

GND

5

VC3

13

GND

6

VC3

14

GND

7

VC4

15

GND

8

VC4

16

RF1

Functional Schematic

16

15

14

13

12

11

10

9

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

RF1

GND

GND

GND

GND

GND

GND

RF2

8 dB

4 dB

2 dB

1 dB

VC1VC1

VC2VC2

VC3VC3

VC4VC4

Features

• 1-dB Attenuation Steps to 15 dB

• High Accuracy

• Low Intermodulation Product: +50 dBm IP3

• Low DC Power Consumption: 50 µW

• Tape and Reel Packaging Available

• Temperature Stability +/-0.15 dB: -40°C to +85°C

• Lead-Free SOIC-16 Package

• 100% Matte Tin Plating over Copper

• Halogen-Free “Green” Mold Compound

• 260°C Re-flow Compatible

• RoHS* Compliant Version of AT-210

Description

M/A-COM’s MAATSS0015 is a 4-bit, 1-dB step

GaAs MMIC digital attenuator in a lead-free SOIC

16-lead

surface

mount

plastic

package.

The

MAATSS0015 is ideally suited for use where high

accuracy,

fast

switching,

very

low

power

consumption and low intermodulation products are

required. Typical applications include radio, cellular,

and wireless LANs, GPS equipment and other gain/

level control circuits.

The MAATSS0015 is fabricated with a monolithic

GaAs MMIC using a mature 1-micron process. The

process features full chip passivation for increased

performance and reliability.

Part Number

Package

MAATSS0015

SOIC 16-Lead Plastic Package

MAATSS0015TR

Tape & Reel

Absolute Maximum Ratings

2,3

Parameter

Absolute Maximum

Input Power:

50 MHz

500-2000 MHz

+27 dBm

+34 dBm

Control Voltage

-8.5 V

≤ V

Operating Temperature

-40°C to +85°C

Storage Temperature

-65°C to +150°C

2. Exceeding any one or combination of these limits may cause

permanent damage to this device.

3. M/A-COM does not recommend sustained operation near

these survivability limits.

* Restrictions on Hazardous Substances, European Union Directive 2002/95/EC.