Device Overview

General Description

The MEQ0-70ACH passive MMIC equalizer die operates over a DC to 70 GHz bandwidth with 0 dB DC attenuation. The unique design offers superior return loss to competitors. GaAs MMIC technology provides consistent unit-to-unit performance in a small, low cost form factor.

Photo of MEQ0-70ACH

Features

  • 0 dB, 4 dB, 6 dB, 8 dB, 10 dB DC attenuation options available
  • Typical insertion loss 1.4 dB at 70 GHz
  • Return loss better than 20 dB over entire band

Applications

  • RF Transceivers
  • High-Speed Data
  • Telecom
  • Cable Loss Compensation
  • Amplifier Compensation
  • 5G

Functional Block Diagram

Block Diagram

Part Ordering Options

Part NumberDescriptionPackageGreen StatusProduct LifecycleExport Classification
MEQ0-70ACHPassive GaAs MMIC 70 GHz EqualizerCH

REACH

RoHS

ReleasedEAR99

Table Of Contents

Revision History

Revision CodeRevision DateComment
-2024-09-25Initial Release

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Port Configuration and Functions

Port Diagram

Diagram of the port configuration for MEQ0-70ACH

Port Functions

PortFunctionDescriptionDC Equivalent
Circuit
Port 1Input/Output Port 1 is DC connected to ground through a resistor. DC block is required if voltage present.Equivalent circuit for the Input/Output
Port 2Input/Output Port 2 is DC connected to ground through a resistor. DC block is required if voltage present.Equivalent 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
Maximum Operating Temperature 100°C
Maximum Storage Temperature 125°C
Minimum Operating Temperature -55°C
Minimum Storage Temperature -65°C
Port 1 DC Current 1A
Port 2 DC Current 1A

Package Information

ParameterDetailsRating
Dimensions-1.25 x 1.17 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
Insertion Loss Freq=70GHz
70 70-1.4-dB
Insertion Loss at DC Freq=0GHz
0 0-0-dB
Return Loss -0 70-31-dB

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Typical Performance Plot

Insertion Loss (dB) graph for MEQ0-70ACH
Return Loss (dB) graph for MEQ0-70ACH

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Mechanical Data

Outline Drawing

Download : Outline 2D Drawing

Outline Drawing

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