Device Overview

General Description

The ATN07-0040PSM is a surface mount GaAs MMIC 7dB attenuator in a DFN package. This attenuator is an ideal solution for attenuating a signal and can be used in a wide range of applications. The compact DFN package allows for extreme miniaturization of SMT footprint making this attenuator suitable for low SWaP applications. GaAs MMIC technology provides consistent unit-to-unit performance in a small, low-cost form factor. A 50-ohm match is maintained over the entire operating frequency range.

Photo of ATN07-0040PSM

Features

  • Small 1.3 x 2.0 mm package size
  • 7dB attenuation from DC to 40 GHz
  • 21dB typical return loss over operating band
  • Low SWaP

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 Classification
ATN07-0040PSM7dB DC-40GHz MMIC AttenuatorDFN

RoHS

REACH

ReleasedEAR99
EVB-ATN07-0040PEvaluation Board, 7dB DC-40 GHz AttenuatorEVB

REACH

RoHS

ReleasedEAR99

Table Of Contents

Revision History

Revision CodeRevision DateComment
-2024-02-29Datasheet Initial Release
A2026-03-02ESD Class Added

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Port Configuration and Functions

Port Diagram

A top-down x-ray view of the package outline drawing is shown below.

Diagram of the port configuration for ATN07-0040PSM

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Port Functions

PortFunctionDescriptionDC Equivalent
Circuit
GNDGround DFN package ground path is provided through the ground paddle.Equivalent circuit for the Ground
Pin 1Non-connect (NC) Pin 1 is not connected internally and can be tied to RF ground.Equivalent circuit for the Non-connect (NC)
Pin 2Input/Output Pin 2 and Pin 5 are DC connected to each other and ground through a T-network of resistors.Equivalent circuit for the Input/Output
Pin 3Non-connect (NC) Pin 3 is not connected internally and can be tied to RF ground.Equivalent circuit for the Non-connect (NC)
Pin 4Non-connect (NC) Pin 4 is not connected internally and can be tied to RF ground.Equivalent circuit for the Non-connect (NC)
Pin 5Input/Output Pin 2 and Pin 5 are DC connected to each other and ground through a T-network of resistors.Equivalent circuit for the Input/Output
Pin 6Non-connect (NC) Pin 6 is not connected internally and can be tied to RF ground.Equivalent circuit for the Non-connect (NC)

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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 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
ESD1000 to < 2000 VoltsHBM Class 1C
Dimensions-2.0 x 1.3 mm
Moisture Sensitivity Level-MSL 1

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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 PSM package with a sine wave input applied to pin 2.

ParameterTest ConditionsMinimum
Frequency
(GHz)
Maximum
Frequency
(GHz)
MinTypMaxUnit
Attenuation -0 40-7-dB
Attenuation Flatness -0 40-0.3-dB
Impedance -0 40-50-Ω
Return Loss -0 401221-dB

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Typical Performance Plots

Measured data is de-embedded from evaluation fixture using AFR.

Insertion Loss (dB) graph for ATN07-0040PSM
Return Loss (dB) graph for ATN07-0040PSM

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Mechanical Data

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Evaluation Board - Outline Drawing

Outline Drawing

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