Microwave Precision Fixed Attenuator 50Ω 2W RCAT-SERIES DC to 20 GHz The Big Deal • • • • Exceptional power handling of 2W Wide band width DC to 20 GHz Miniature size 2.25 mm x 2.25 mm x 1.1 mm Ceramic package Highly reliable and repeatable performance Product Overview RCAT attenuators are fixed value absorptive attenuators. The highly precision and repeatable monolithic attenuator chip is processed using the most advanced semiconductor processing techniques. The Cu filled through-die via’s and Cu metallization on the backside provides a very low thermal resistance path to dissipate the attenuated power. The attenuator chip is packaged in an LTCC hermetic package utilizing fully automated and highly reliable manufacturing processes. Key Features Feature Advantages Max power input 2W Thermally optimized design can operate reliably at much higher input power as compared to similar devices Band width DC to 20 GHz Supports a broad band of applications with predictable and repeatable performance, excellent choice to buffer cascaded reflective components. Ceramic Hermetic package Highly reliable hermetic package provides predictable and repeatable performance in military applications including ground, air, and ship requirements Very Small Size Miniature 2.25 mm x 2.25 mm and very low profile of 1.1 mm. Mini-Circuits ® ISO 9001 ISO 14001 AS 9100 CERTIFIED P.O. Box 350166, Brooklyn, New York 11235-0003 (718) 934-4500 Fax (718) 332-4661 The Design Engineers Search Engine For detailed performance specs & shopping online see web site ® Provides ACTUAL Data Instantly at minicircuits.com IF/RF MICROWAVE COMPONENTS Notes: 1. Performance and quality attributes and conditions not expressly stated in this specification sheet are intended to be excluded and do not form a part of this specification sheet. 2. Electrical specifications and performance data contained herein are based on Mini-Circuit’s applicable established test performance criteria and measurement instructions. 3. The parts covered by this specification sheet are subject to Mini-Circuits standard limited warranty and terms and conditions (collectively, “Standard Terms”); Purchasers of this part are entitled to the rights and benefits contained therein. For a full statement of the Standard Terms and the exclusive rights and remedies thereunder, please visit Mini-Circuits’ website at www.minicircuits.com/MCLStore/terms.jsp. Page 1 Microwave Precision Fixed Attenuator RCAT-00+ 50Ω 2W 0dB DC to 20 GHz Product Features • fixed value, absorptive device •wide bandwidth, DC-20 GHz •excellent attenuation accuracy & flatness •miniature size 2.25 mm x 2.25 mm x 1.1 mm • ceramic, hermetic, nitrogen filled • aqueous washable CASE STYLE: LZ1737 PRICE: $4.95 ea. QTY. (20) +RoHS Compliant The +Suffix identifies RoHS Compliance. See our web site for RoHS Compliance methodologies and qualifications Typical Applications •cellular •PCS •communications •radar •wideband military • test and measurement equipment General Description RCAT-00+ (RoHS compliant) is a wideband fixed attenuator with excellent attenuation accuracy and flatness. It can handle up to 2W. The integrated circuits comprising of thin film resistors is bonded in an optimized multi layer integrated LTCC substrate, and then hermetically sealed under a controlled nitrogen atmosphere with gold-plated covers and eutectic AuSn solder. These amplifiers have been tested to MIL requirements for gross leak, fine leak, thermal shock, vibration, acceleration, mechanical shock, and HTOL. Top View Top View Bottom View Bottom View 3 4 2 1 Pad Description Function Pad Number Description RF IN / RF-OUT 1 RF input / output pad RF-OUT / RF IN 3 RF output / input pad GND 2,4 Connected to circuit ground Mini-Circuits ® ISO 9001 ISO 14001 AS 9100 CERTIFIED P.O. Box 350166, Brooklyn, New York 11235-0003 (718) 934-4500 Fax (718) 332-4661 The Design Engineers Search Engine For detailed performance specs & shopping online see web site ® Provides ACTUAL Data Instantly at minicircuits.com REV. OR M141419 Notes: 1. Performance and quality attributes and conditions not expressly stated in this specification sheet are intended to be excluded and do not form a part of this specification sheet. 2. Electrical specifications RCAT-00+ and performance data contained herein are based on Mini-Circuit’s applicable established test performance criteria and measurement instructions. 3. The parts covered by this specification sheet are subject to BT/CP/AM Mini-Circuits standard limited warranty and terms and conditions (collectively, “Standard Terms”); Purchasers of this part are entitled to the rights and benefits contained therein. For a full statement of the Standard 130424 Terms and the exclusive rights and remedies thereunder, please visit Mini-Circuits’ website at www.minicircuits.com/MCLStore/terms.jsp. Page 2 IF/RF MICROWAVE COMPONENTS RCAT-00+ Fixed Attenuator Electrical Specifications1 at 25°C, 50Ω Parameter Condition (GHz) Min. Frequency Range Attenuation Return Loss Typ. Max. Unit GHz DC — 20 1 0 0.03 0.5 10 0 0.20 0.7 20 0 0.49 1.3 1 — 30 — 10 — 19 — 20 — 12 — dB dB Typical Performance Data at 25°C Frequency (GHz) Attenuation (dB) Return Loss (dB) 0.05 2.00 5.00 8.00 10.00 12.00 15.00 17.00 19.00 20.00 0.01 0.06 0.16 0.22 0.20 0.16 0.19 0.33 0.40 0.49 58.82 23.71 17.31 16.47 18.54 24.84 21.57 15.43 12.53 12.09 0.60 70 0.50 RETURN LOSS (dB) ATTENUATION (dB) RCAT-00+ RETURN LOSS RCAT-00+ ATTENUATION 0.40 0.30 0.20 0.10 60 50 40 30 20 10 0 0.00 0 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 0 2 4 6 Absolute Maximum Ratings 2 3 -55°C to 125°C Storage Temperature -65°C to 150°C RF Input Power 10 12 14 16 18 20 Characterization Test Circuit Operating Case Temperature 4 8 FREQUENCY (GHz) FREQUENCY (GHz) 2W at 25°C 1. Tested using characterization test circuit as defined in Figure 1. See graphs and data above for performances at all other frequencies. 2. Permanent damage may occur if any of these limits are exceeded. 3. Case is defined as ground lead. 4. RF Power at 25°C case temperature: 2W. Derate linearly to 0.33W at 125°C. Fig 1. Block diagram of Test Circuit used for characterization. Characterization was performed by Modelithics®, conditions test board details are available at: http://www.modelithics.com/datasheet2/606.pdf Mini-Circuits ® ISO 9001 ISO 14001 AS 9100 CERTIFIED P.O. Box 350166, Brooklyn, New York 11235-0003 (718) 934-4500 Fax (718) 332-4661 The Design Engineers Search Engine For detailed performance specs & shopping online see web site ® Provides ACTUAL Data Instantly at minicircuits.com IF/RF MICROWAVE COMPONENTS Notes: 1. Performance and quality attributes and conditions not expressly stated in this specification sheet are intended to be excluded and do not form a part of this specification sheet. 2. Electrical specifications and performance data contained herein are based on Mini-Circuit’s applicable established test performance criteria and measurement instructions. 3. The parts covered by this specification sheet are subject to Mini-Circuits standard limited warranty and terms and conditions (collectively, “Standard Terms”); Purchasers of this part are entitled to the rights and benefits contained therein. For a full statement of the Standard Terms and the exclusive rights and remedies thereunder, please visit Mini-Circuits’ website at www.minicircuits.com/MCLStore/terms.jsp. Page 3 RCAT-00+ Fixed Attenuator Product Marking MCL RCAT-00+ Additional Detailed Technical Information additional information is available on our dash board. To access this information click here Performance Data Data Table Swept Graphs Case Style LZ1737 Ceramic package, Terminal finish: Ni-Pd-Au Tape & Reel F108 Standard quantities available on reel 7” reels with 20, 50, 100, 200, 500, 1K or 2K devices. Suggested Layout for PCB Design click here Evaluation Board TB-668-00+ Environmental Ratings ENV-71 ESD Rating Human Body Model (HBM): 250V, Class 1A (JESD22-A114) Machine Model (MM): 200V, Class B (JESD22-A115) MSL Rating Moisture Sensitivity: MSL1 in accordance with IPC/JEDEC J-STD-020D Mini-Circuits ® ISO 9001 ISO 14001 AS 9100 CERTIFIED P.O. Box 350166, Brooklyn, New York 11235-0003 (718) 934-4500 Fax (718) 332-4661 The Design Engineers Search Engine For detailed performance specs & shopping online see web site ® Provides ACTUAL Data Instantly at minicircuits.com IF/RF MICROWAVE COMPONENTS Notes: 1. Performance and quality attributes and conditions not expressly stated in this specification sheet are intended to be excluded and do not form a part of this specification sheet. 2. Electrical specifications and performance data contained herein are based on Mini-Circuit’s applicable established test performance criteria and measurement instructions. 3. The parts covered by this specification sheet are subject to Mini-Circuits standard limited warranty and terms and conditions (collectively, “Standard Terms”); Purchasers of this part are entitled to the rights and benefits contained therein. For a full statement of the Standard Terms and the exclusive rights and remedies thereunder, please visit Mini-Circuits’ website at www.minicircuits.com/MCLStore/terms.jsp. Page 4