+12 to +33dBm Limiter 50Ω VLM-63-2W+ Broadband 30 to 6000 MHz Maximum Ratings Features Operating Temperature -55°C to 100°C Storage Temperature -55°C to 100°C RF Input Power CASE STYLE: FF704 • wideband, 30 to 6000 MHz • low insertion loss 0.4 dB typ. • fast recovery time, 5nsec typ. • excellent VSWR 1.05:1 typ. • low leakage power, 11.5 dBm typ. 2.5W Permanent damage may occur if any of these limits are exceeded. ConnectorsModel Price Qty. SMA VLM-63-2W-S+ $51.95(1-9) + RoHS compliant in accordance with EU Directive (2002/95/EC) Applications Coaxial Connections* Electrical Specifications SMA FEMALE OUTPUT Parameter SMA MALE *Suggested Connections. For reverse connections, consult Mini-Circuits. Outline Drawing Typ. Max. Units <+4 dBm Input <+4 dBm Input 30 — — +12 0.4 1.05 — 6000 1.2 1.5 +33 MHz dB :1 dBm Output Power In limiting range — +11.5 — dBm Recovery Time 1 watt pulse 50 µsec pw 1kHz duty cycle recovery to within 90% of final value. — 5 — nsec Response Time -30 to +33 dBm input 50 µsec, BW 1 kHz duty cycle — 7 — nsec Limiting ∆ Output/1dB ∆ Input Input Power Range (dBm) 12 to 20 20 to 25 25 to 33 — — — 0.3 0.5 0.6 — — — Freq. (MHz) E wt .312 grams 7.92 10.0 POWER OUTPUT (dBm) 0.6 INSERTION LOSS (dB) I. Loss in Linear Range (dB) 0.5 0.4 0.3 0.2 +12dBm +20dBm +25 dBm +33dBm Input Input Input Input 30 10 25 5 0 30 (MHz) 3000 (MHz) 6000 (MHz) -5 -15 1000 2000 3000 4000 5000 -10 6000 -5 0 FREQUENCY (MHz) VLM-63-2W+ DELTA OUTPUT/DELTA 1dB INPUT VSWR 0.4 0.0 -0.4 4000 FREQUENCY (MHz) Power Input=+33 dBm Input 5 0 -5 35 0 5000 6000 1000 2000 3000 4000 5000 6000 FREQUENCY (MHz) VLM-63-2W+ OUTPUT VSWR IN LINEAR RANGE 1.20 1.15 1.15 1.10 1.00 3000 30 Power Input=+25 dBm Input 10 1.20 1.05 2000 25 Power Input=+20 dBm Input 15 1.25 -1.2 1000 +25 to +33 dBm Input Power Input=+12 dBm Input 20 1.25 -0.8 0 +12 to +20dBm +20 to +25 dBm Input Input VLM-63-2W+ POWER OUTPUT vs. FREQUENCY VLM-63-2W+ INPUT VSWR IN LINEAR RANGE 12 to 20 dBm 20 to 25 dBm 25 to 33 dBm 0.8 5 10 15 20 POWER INPUT (dBm) VSWR 1.2 ∆ Output 1dB ∆ Input Power Output (dBm) 15 -10 0.1 0.0 DELTA OUTPUT (dB/dB) VSWR in Linear Range (:1) VLM-63-2W+ POWER OUTPUT vs. POWER INPUT VLM-63-2W+ INSERTION LOSS IN LINEAR RANGE 0 dB/dB 30.00 0.06 1.23 10.1411.0911.5512.32 0.12 0.09 0.10 100.00 0.04 1.05 9.7510.8611.3312.23 0.14 0.22 0.11 200.00 0.06 1.02 9.4410.5911.2211.97 0.14 0.13 0.09 800.00 0.21 1.03 8.7510.4111.48 7.12 0.21 0.21 -0.55 1200.00 0.201.018.76 10.93 8.93 8.460.27 -0.40 -0.06 1600.00 0.24 1.01 8.728.296.229.42 -0.05 -0.41 0.40 2000.00 0.27 1.04 8.916.825.978.50 -0.26 -0.17 0.32 2400.00 0.30 1.07 8.835.656.028.87 -0.40 0.07 0.36 3000.00 0.35 1.10 7.592.426.547.06 -0.65 0.82 0.06 3600.00 0.38 1.11 7.611.426.408.13 -0.77 1.00 0.22 4000.00 0.40 1.12 5.752.046.608.39 -0.46 0.91 0.22 5000.00 0.45 1.07 -0.400.683.264.93 0.14 0.52 0.21 6000.00 0.53 1.11 -3.862.754.796.66 0.83 0.41 0.23 Outline Dimensions ( inch mm ) D 1.43 36.32 Min. Typical Performance Data .312 Across Flats in some models B .410 10.41 Condition Frequency Range Insertion Loss in Linear Range VSWR Input Power Limiting Range POWER OUTPUT (dBm) INPUT The +Suffix has been added in order to identify RoHS Compliance. See our web site for RoHS Compliance methodologies and qualifications. • protects low noise amplifiers and other devices from ESD or input power damage • military, hi-rel applications 1.10 1.05 1.00 0 1000 2000 3000 4000 5000 6000 0 FREQUENCY (MHz) 2000 3000 4000 5000 6000 FREQUENCY (MHz) 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 1000 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. REV. A M130449 VLM-63-2W+ ED-14025/2 DJ/CP/AM 110204