NOT RECOMMENDED FOR NEW DESIGN

Device Overview

General Description

The ATN03-0050CSP1 is a surface mount GaAs MMIC 3dB attenuator in a chip scale package (CSP). This attenuator is an ideal solution for attenuating a signal and can be used in a wide range of applications. The CSP allows for extreme miniaturization of SMT footprint while providing die-like performance. GaAs MMIC technology provides consistent unit-to-unit performance in a small, low-cost form factor. Compensates for high frequency board losses with a positive gain slope. A 50-ohm match is maintained over the entire operating frequency range.

Photo of ATN03-0050CSP1

Features

Small 1.5 x 1.5 mm package size
▪ 3dB attenuation from DC to 50 GHz
▪ 15dB typical return loss over operatingband
▪ 1W RF Power Handling
▪ Low SWaP

  • This product embodies Marki Microwave's U.S. Pat. 11,869,858.

Applications

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

Functional Block Diagram

Block Diagram

Part Ordering Options

Part NumberDescriptionPackageGreen StatusProduct LifecycleExport ClassificationRecommended Replacement
ATN03-0050CSP1Chip Scale Package MMIC 50 GHz 3dB AttenuatorCSP1

REACH

RoHS

Not Recommended for New DesignEAR99ATN03-0070CSP1
EVB-ATN03-0050Evaluation Board, Chip Scale Package MMIC 50 GHz 3dB AttenuatorEVB

REACH

RoHS

ReleasedEAR99

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Table Of Contents

Revision History

Revision CodeRevision DateComment
-2022-08-11Initial Release
A2025-04-15NRND

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Port Configuration and Functions

Port Diagram

Diagram of the port configuration for ATN03-0050CSP1

Port Functions

PortFunctionDescriptionDC Equivalent
Circuit
Ground PaddleGround CSP package ground path is provided through the ground paddle.Equivalent circuit for the Ground
Pin 1Input/Output Pin 1 and Pin 2 are DC connected to each other and ground through a T-network of resistors.Equivalent circuit for the Input/Output
Pin 2Input/Output Pin 1 and Pin 2 are DC connected to each other and ground through a T-network of resistors.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
RF Power Handling 1W

Package Information

ParameterDetailsRating
ESD250 to < 500 VoltsHBM Class 1A
Dimensions-1.5 x 1.5 mm
Moisture Sensitivity Level-MSL 3

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Electrical Specifications

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

ParameterTest ConditionsMinimum
Frequency
(GHz)
Maximum
Frequency
(GHz)
MinTypMaxUnit
Attenuation -0 30-2.85-dB
Attenuation -30 50-2-dB
Impedance -0 50-50-Ω
Return Loss -0 401320-dB
Return Loss -40 50-15-dB

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Typical Performance Plots

Electrical performance data is de-embedded to the CSP package ports.

Insertion Loss (dB) graph for ATN03-0050CSP1
Return Loss (dB) graph for ATN03-0050CSP1

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Performance Over Temperature

Evaluation board performance is shown as a proxy for device performance due to fixturing variability over temperature.

Insertion Loss (dB) vs. Temperature graph for ATN03-0050CSP1
Return Loss (dB) vs. Temperature graph for ATN03-0050CSP1

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Mechanical Data

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Evaluation Board - Outline Drawing

Outline Drawing

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