Coaxial Precision Fixed Attenuator 50Ω 5W Maximum Ratings Operating Temperature Storage Temperature 9dB -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-S9W5+ DC to 18000 MHz Features • DC to 18000 MHz • precise attenuation • excellent VSWR, 1.20 typ. • stainless steel SMA male and female connectors CASE STYLE: DC737 Connectors SMA Female-SMA Male +RoHS Compliant Applications The +Suffix identifies RoHS Compliance. See our web site for RoHS Compliance methodologies and qualifications • matching • instrumentation • test set-ups Outline Drawing Model BW-S9W5+ Electrical Specifications FREQ. RANGE (MHz) Outline Dimensions ( inch mm ) B .61 15.49 D 1.20 30.48 E .312 7.92 ATTENUATION1 (dB) VSWR2 (:1) DC-4 GHz 4-8 GHz 8-12.4 GHz fL--fU Nom. ACCURACY Max. Max. Max. DC-18000 9 -0.4,+0.8 1.20 1.25 1.30 MAX. INPUT POWER3 (W) 5 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. Typical Performance Data wt grams 9.1 Frequency (MHz) Attenuation (dB) VSWR (:1) 100 2000 4000 6000 8000 8.78 8.82 8.81 8.89 8.78 1.02 1.03 1.03 1.11 1.08 10000 12000 14000 16000 18000 8.76 8.73 8.62 8.57 8.59 1.02 1.16 1.11 1.05 1.14 Electrical Schematic BW-S9W5+ ATTENUATION R2 R3 FEMALE ATTENUATION (dB) R1 9.0 ATTENUATION (dB) MALE BW-S9W5+ ATTENUATION & VSWR 8.9 8.8 8.7 8.6 8.5 0 3000 6000 9000 12000 15000 18000 1.20 1.18 1.16 1.14 1.12 1.10 1.08 1.06 1.04 1.02 1.00 0 3000 FREQUENCY (MHz) 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. E M151107 EA-8723 BW-S9W5+ 150623 Page 1 of 1