Device Overview

General Description

The ATN17-00110CH is part of a family of precision GaAs MMIC fixed attenuators. The ATN17-00110CH provides a nominal 17dB attenuation over a DC-110GHz operating range. These attenuators are an ideal solution for attenuating a signal and they can be used in a wide range of applications. They are ideal for test equipment’s protection and signal overload prevention in various RF systems. A 50-ohm match is maintained over the entire operating frequency range.

Photo of ATN17-00110CH

Features

  • 17dB attenuation
  • Additional attenuation values available between 0dB to 10dB in 1dB steps, 13dB, 15dB, 17dB, 20dB
  • Excellent Return Loss

Applications

  • Test Equipment
  • Precision Characterization
  • High Channel Count Systems
  • Amplitude Matching
  • 5G transceivers

Functional Block Diagram

Block Diagram

Part Ordering Options

Part NumberDescriptionPackageGreen StatusProduct LifecycleExport Classification
ATN17-00110CHPassive GaAs MMIC DC - 110 GHz 17dB AttenuatorCH

RoHS

REACH

ReleasedEAR99

Table Of Contents

Revision History

Revision CodeRevision DateComment
-2024-05-15Initial Release

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Port Configuration and Functions

Port Diagram

A top-down view of the ATN17-00110CH package outline drawing is shown below. The MMIC attenuators are symmetrical allowing Port 1 or Port 2 to be used as the input.

Diagram of the port configuration for ATN17-00110CH

Port Functions

PortFunctionDescriptionDC Equivalent
Circuit
PadGround CH package ground path is provided through the substrate and ground bond pads.Equivalent circuit for the Ground
Port 1Input/Output Port 1 and port 2 are DC connected to each other and ground through a T-network of resistorsEquivalent circuit for the Input/Output
Port 2Input/Output Port 1 and port 2 are DC connected to each other and ground through a T-network of resistorsEquivalent circuit for the Input/Output

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Specifications

Absolute Maximum Ratings

The Absolute Maximum Ratings indicate limits beyond which damage may occur to the device. If these limits are exceeded, the device may be inoperable or have a reduced lifetime.

ParameterMaximum RatingUnit
DC Current at any Port 100mA
Maximum Operating Temperature 100°C
Maximum Storage Temperature 125°C
Minimum Operating Temperature -55°C
Minimum Storage Temperature -65°C
RF Power Handling 2W

Package Information

ParameterDetailsRating
ESD250 to < 500 VoltsHBM Class 1A
Dimensions-0.60 x 0.60 mm

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Electrical Specifications

The electrical specifications apply at TA=+25°C in a 50Ω system. Min and Max limits are guaranteed at TA=+25°C. All bare die are 100% visually inspected and RF performance is guaranteed by sample testing.

ParameterTest ConditionsMinimum
Frequency
(GHz)
Maximum
Frequency
(GHz)
MinTypMaxUnit
Attenuation -0 110-17-dB
Attenuation Flatness -0 110-1.3-dB
Impedance -0 110-50-Ω
Return Loss -0 110-29-dB

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Typical Performance Plots

Insertion Loss vs Frequency graph for ATN17-00110CH
Return Loss vs Frequency graph for ATN17-00110CH

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Mechanical Data

Outline Drawing

Download : Outline 2D Drawing

Outline Drawing

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