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3

Voltage Variable Absorptive Attenuator

12 dB, DC - 2.0 GHz

Rev. V5

AT-259

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.

Typical Performance Curves

Insertion Loss vs. Frequency

Attenuation vs. Frequency

VSWR vs. Frequency

Attenuation vs. Control Voltage, F = 950 MHz

1.0

1.2

1.4

1.6

1.8

2.0

0.0

0.5

1.0

1.5

2.0

0

12

5

Frequency (GHz)

0

5

10

15

-3.0

-2.5

-2.0

-1.5

-1.0

-0.5

0.0

Control Voltage (V)

0

1

2

3

4

0.0

0.5

1.0

1.5

2.0

+25°C

-40°C

+85°C

Frequency (GHz)

0

5

10

15

20

0.0

0.5

1.0

1.5

2.0

5

10

15

Frequency (GHz)

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.