Microwave Precision

Fixed Attenuator

Notes

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The Big Deal

• Exceptional Power Handling, Up to 2W

• Wide bandwidth, DC - 18 GHz

• Small Size, 2 mm x 2 mm

Product Overview

YAT-A attenuators (ROHS compliant) are fixed value, absorptive attenuators fabricated using highly repeti-

tive MMIC processing including thin film resistors on GaAs substrates. YAT-A attenuators contain through-

wafer metallization vias to realize low thermal resistance and wideband operation. YAT-As are available

with nominal attenuation values of 0 to 10 dB (in 1 dB steps), and 12, 15, 20, and 30 dB. Packaged in tiny

Feature

Advantages

Wideband operation, DC to 18 GHz

Supports a wide array of applications including wireless cellular, microwave Com-

munications, satellite, Defense and aerospace, medical broadband and optic applica-

tions.

Small Size and simple to use

(2 mm x 2 mm)

As a single chip solution, the YAT-A series occupies less board space than a “T” or “Pi”

pad configuration, and ensures repeatable performance over wide frequency ranges.

High Power, Up to 2W

High power handling in a small size package.

Wide range of nominal attenuation values

0 to 10 dB (in 1 dB steps), and 12, 15, 20,

and 30 dB

Small increment offering enables circuit designer to change attenuation values without

motherboard redesign making the YAT-A series ideal for select at test application.

Low Inductance, repeatable transitions, excellent thermal path make the YAT-A series an

ideal solution as an alternative to “do it yourself” resistor based attenuators.

YAT-A-SERIES

Key Features

50Ω

Up to 2W

DC to 18 GHz

CASE STYLE: MC1630