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General Description

The MEQ6-60ABH passive MMIC equalizer is an ideal solution for compensating for low pass filtering effects in RF/microwave and high speed digital systems. This equalizer provides 4 dB positive slope equalization from DC to 60 GHz with a DC attenuation value of 6 dB and a 50-ohm match maintained over the entire operating range. GaAs MMIC technology provides consistent unit-to-unit performance in a small, low cost form factor. Contact the factory for connectorized versions of our other MEQ products.

Features

  • DC attenuation of 6 dB
  • Typical Insertion Loss 1.6 dB at 60 GHz
  • Typical 24 dB Return Loss over the entire band

Functional Block Diagram

Block Diagram

Electrical Performance Summary

ParameterTypUnit
Frequency Range0 to 60GHz
Return Loss 24dB
Insertion Loss 2.1dB
Insertion Loss at DC 5.9dB

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

Part Ordering Options

Part NumberDescriptionPackageConnectorsGreen StatusProduct LifecycleExport Classification
MEQ6-60ABHPassive GaAs MMIC DC-60 GHz 6dB EqualizerBH-

REACH

RoHS

ReleasedEAR99

Table Of Contents

Typical Performance Plot

Insertion Loss (dB) graph for MEQ6-60ABH
Return Loss (dB) graph for MEQ6-60ABH
Group Delay (ps) graph for MEQ6-60ABH

Specifications

Electrical Specifications

The electrical specifications apply at TA=+25°C in a 50Ω system. Typical data shown is for the equalizer in a BH package with a sine wave input applied to port 1.

ParameterTest ConditionsMinimum
Frequency
(GHz)
Maximum
Frequency
(GHz)
MinTypMaxUnit
Frequency Range-0 60---GHz
Insertion Loss at DC Configuration A, Temp = 25°C
0 0-5.9-dB
Insertion Loss Configuration A, Temp = 25°C
30 30-4.7-dB
Insertion Loss Configuration A, Temp = 25°C
60 60-2.1-dB
Equalization Value Configuration A, Temp = 25°C
0 60-4.0-dB
Return Loss Configuration A, Temp = 25°C
0 60-24-dB
Group Delay Configuration A, Temp = 25°C
0 60-112-ps

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 15mA
Port 2 DC Current 15mA

Package Information

ParameterDetailsRating
ESD250 to < 500 VoltsHBM Class 1A
Dimensions-32.8 x 9.5 mm

Port Configuration and Functions

Port Diagram

The MEQ equalizers are symmetrical allowing Port 1 or Port 2 to be used as the input.

Diagram of the port configuration for MEQ6-60ABH

Port Functions

PortFunctionConnector TypeDescriptionDC Equivalent
Circuit
GNDGround -BH package ground is provided through metal housing and outer coax conductor.Equivalent circuit for the Ground
Port 1Input/Output 1.85FPort 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 1.85MPort 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
-2025-06-13Initial Release

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