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General Description

The MEQ10-14ACH passive MMIC equalizer die is an ideal solution for compensating for low pass filtering effects in RF/microwave and high speed digital systems. They provide positive slope from DC to 14GHz with DC attenuation options between 3 and 10dB. 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.

Features

  • DC attenuation options from 3 to 10dB
  • Typical Insertion Loss 0.5dB at 14GHz
  • VSWR < 1.3:1 Over Entire Band

Functional Block Diagram

Block Diagram
Photo of MEQ10-14ACH

Electrical Performance Summary

ParameterTypUnit
Frequency Range0 to 14GHz
Return Loss 23dB
Insertion Loss 0.5dB
Insertion Loss at DC 3dB

Summary only – refer to the Electrical Specifications, Absolute Maximum Ratings, and Recommended Operating Range tables for complete details.

Part Ordering Options

Part NumberDescriptionPackageGreen StatusProduct LifecycleExport Classification
MEQ10-14ACHPassive GaAs MMIC 14GHz EqualizerCH

REACH

RoHS

ReleasedEAR99

Table Of Contents

Typical Performance Plots

Insertion Loss graph for MEQ10-14ACH
RFC Return Loss vs Temperature graph for MEQ10-14ACH
Group Delay graph for MEQ10-14ACH

Specifications

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
Frequency Range-0 14---GHz
Insertion Loss Freq = 14 GHz
14 14-0.5-dB
Insertion Loss at DC Freq = 0 Ghz
0 0-3-dB
Return Loss Freq = 14 GHz
0 14-23-dB

Equalizer is symmetrical. Reverse measurement is equivalent to forward measurement.

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 40mA
Port 2 DC Current 40mA
Power Handling, at any Port 30dBm

Package Information

ParameterDetailsRating
ESD250 to < 500 VoltsHBM Class 1A
Dimensions-1.25 x 1.25 mm

Port Configuration and Functions

Port Diagram

A top-down view of the MEQ10-14A CH package outline drawing is shown below. The MEQ equalizers are symmetrical allowing Port 1 or Port 2 to be used as the input.

Diagram of the port configuration for MEQ10-14ACH

Port Functions

PortFunctionDescriptionDC Equivalent
Circuit
PadGround CH package ground path is provided through the substrate and ground bond pads.Equivalent circuit for the Ground
Pad 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
Pad 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

Mechanical Data

Outline Drawing

Download : Outline 2D Drawing

Outline Drawing

Revision History

Revision CodeRevision DateComment
A2024-01-05Updated Production Test Criteria

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