MAAVSS0006SMB - M/A-Com Technology Solutions

3 Volt Voltage Variable Attenuator

25 dB, DC-2.5 GHz

MAAVSS0006

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Features

 Single Voltage Control: 0 to -3 Volts

 25 dB Attenuation Range at 0.9 GHz

 Low DC Power Consumption

 Lead-Free SOT-25 Package

 100% Matte Tin Plating over Copper

 Halogen-Free “Green” Mold Compound

 260°C Reflow Compatible

 RoHS* Compliant Version of AT-255

Description

M/A-COM’s MAAVSS0006 is a GaAs MMIC voltage

variable absorptive attenuator in a lead-free SOT-25

surface mount plastic package. The MAAVSS0005

is ideally suited for use where variable attenuation,

fine tuning, and very low power consumption are

required.

Typical applications include radio, cellular, GPS

equipment and automatic gain/level control circuits.

The MAAVSS0006 is fabricated using a mature

1-micron GaAs MESFET process. The process

features full chip passivation for increased

performance and reliability.

Functional Schematic 1

3. VC = -3 V to 0 V @ 25 µA maximum.

Ordering Information

Part Number Package

MAAVSS0006 Bulk Packaging

MAAVSS0006TR-3000 3000 piece reel

MAAVSS0006SMB Sample Board

1. Reference Application Note M513 for reel size information.

2. All sample boards include 5 loose parts.

Pin Configuration

Pin No. Function Pin No. Function

1 RF Port 4 Ground

2 Ground 5 VC

3 RF Port

5 4

Vc GND

GND

RF RF

* Restrictions on Hazardous Substances, European Directive 2002/95/EC.

Absolute Maximum Ratings 2,3

Parameter

Absolute Maximum

Input Power +21 dBm

Control Voltage VC -8 V < Vc < +0.5 V

Operating Temperature -40°C to +85°C

Storage Temperature -65°C to +150°C

4. Exceeding any one or combination of these limits may cause

permanent damage to this device.

5. MA-COM does not recommend sustained operation near these

survivability limits.

3 Volt Voltage Variable Attenuator

25 dB, DC-2.5 GHz

MAAVSS0006

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Electrical Specifications: TA = 25°C, Z0 = 50 

Parameter Test Conditions Units Min Typ Max

Insertion Loss5 DC - 2.0 GHz dB — 3.6 4.2

Attenuation DC - 1.0 GHz

1.0 - 2.0 GHz

—

Flatness

(Peak-to-Peak)

0.5 - 1.0 GHz

1.0 - 2.0 GHz

—

+ 7

+ 5

+ 10

+ 8

VSWR DC - 2.0 GHz Ratio — 3:1 —

Trise, Tfall 10% to 90% RF, 90% to 10% RF nS — 10 —

Ton, Toff 50% Control to 90% RF, 50% Control to 10% RF nS — 20 —

Transients In Band mV — 10 —

5. Insertion loss varies 0.003 dB/°C.

Handling Procedures

Please observe the following precautions to avoid damage:

Static Sensitivity

Gallium Arsenide Integrated Circuits are sensitive to electrostatic discharge

(ESD) and can be damaged by static electricity. Proper ESD control techniques

should be used when handling these devices.

Lead-Free SOT-25†

† Reference Application Note M538 for lead-free solder reflow recommenda-

Meets JEDED moisture Sensitivity Level 1 requirements

3 Volt Voltage Variable Attenuator

25 dB, DC-2.5 GHz

MAAVSS0006

M/A-COM Technology Solutions Inc. (MACOM) and its affiliates reserve the right to make changes to the product(s) or information contained herein without notice.

Visit www.macom.com for additional data sheets and product information.

For further information and support please visit:

https://www.macom.com/support

Typical Performance Curves

Insertion Loss vs. Frequency

Relative Attenuation vs. Control Voltage

Maximum Relative Attenuation vs. Frequency Return Loss vs. Control Voltage @ 900 MHz

Input IP3 vs. Control Voltage Input P1dB vs. Control Voltage

3 Volt Voltage Variable Attenuator

25 dB, DC-2.5 GHz

MAAVSS0006

M/A-COM Technology Solutions Inc. (MACOM) and its affiliates reserve the right to make changes to the product(s) or information contained herein without notice.

Visit www.macom.com for additional data sheets and product information.

For further information and support please visit:

https://www.macom.com/support

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