Coaxial Precision Fixed Attenuator 50Ω 5W 12dB Maximum Ratings Operating Temperature Storage Temperature -55°C to 100°C -55°C to 100°C** **With mated connectors. Unmated, 85°C max. Permanent damage may occur if any of these limits are exceeded. BW-N12W5+ DC to 18000 MHz Features • DC to 18000 MHz • precise attenuation • excellent VSWR, 1.20 typ • stainless steel N male and female connectors CASE STYLE: DC736 Connectors Model N-Female N-Male BW-N12W5+ Applications +RoHS Compliant • matching • instrumentation • test set-ups Outline Drawing The +Suffix identifies RoHS Compliance. See our web site for RoHS Compliance methodologies and qualifications Electrical Specifications FREQ. RANGE (MHz) Outline Dimensions ( inch mm ) B .61 15.49 D 1.90 48.26 E .812 20.62 ATTENUATION1 (dB) fL--fU Nom. ACCURACY DC-18000 12 ±0.60 Frequency (MHz) Max. Max. Max. 1.20 1.25 1.30 Attenuation (dB) 5 VSWR (:1) 100 2000 4000 6000 8000 12.02 12.10 12.07 12.17 12.07 1.01 1.04 1.05 1.12 1.07 10000 12000 14000 16000 18000 12.07 12.00 11.96 11.91 11.92 1.16 1.09 1.15 1.23 1.14 BW-N12W5+ VSWR 12.2 1.30 12.1 1.25 1.20 12.0 VSWR FEMALE 8-12.4 GHz BW-N12W5+ ATTENUATION ATTENUATION (dB) R3 4-8 GHz Typical Performance Data wt grams 49.7 R2 R1 DC-4 GHz MAX. INPUT POWER3 (W) 1. At 25°C, accuracy includes frequency and power variations. Temperature coefficient for attenuation: .0004dB/dB/°C typ. 2. VSWR from 12.4 to 18 GHz, 1.6:1 typ. 3. Average power at 25°C ambient, derate linearly to 2W at 100°C. Peak Power 125W max. 5µsec. pulse width, 100 Hz PRF. Electrical Schematic MALE VSWR2 (:1) 11.9 1.15 1.10 11.8 1.05 11.7 1.00 0 3000 6000 9000 12000 15000 18000 FREQUENCY (MHz) 0 3000 6000 9000 12000 15000 18000 FREQUENCY (MHz) Notes A. Performance and quality attributes and conditions not expressly stated in this specification document are intended to be excluded and do not form a part of this specification document. B. Electrical specifications and performance data contained in this specification document are based on Mini-Circuit’s applicable established test performance criteria and measurement instructions. C. The parts covered by this specification document 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 Mini-Circuits ® www.minicircuits.com P.O. Box 350166, Brooklyn, NY 11235-0003 (718) 934-4500 [email protected] REV. D M151107 EA-8722 BW-N12W5+ Page 1 of 1