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SERIES

A150

ULTRAMINIATURE

BROADBAND

ATTENUATOR RELAYS

DESCRIPTION

The Series A150 ultraminiature Attenuator Relays are designed for

attenuating RF signals in 50-ohm systems over a frequency range from DC

to 3 GHz. Their low profile and small grid spacing makes them ideal for use

when packaging density is a prime

consideration. The A150 relays eliminate

the need for additional external

resistors.

These single section, switchable attenuator relays have internal matched thin

film attenuator pads in “L,” “T” or “Pi” configurations, as applicable. Relays are

available in fixed increments of 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 10, 16 and 20 dB, which

can used singly or in combination to achieve the attenuation levels desired.

The A150 attenuator relay features:

• Unique uni-frame motor design which provides high magnetic efficiency

and mechanical rigidity.

• Minimum mass components and welded construction for maximum

resistance to shock and vibration.

• Advanced cleaning techniques which assures internal cleanliness.

• Gold plated, precious metal contacts, which provide excellent

intermodulation performance.

• Flat amplitude vs. frequency response.

• High isolation between control and signal path.

• Stable attenuation vs. temperature.

• Excellent phase linearity.

• Highly resistant to ESD.

Patent No. 5,315,273

INTERNAL CONSTRUCTION

Armature

Stationary Contact

Moving Contact

Attenuator Pad/

Contact Assembly

SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM

Terminal view. Case ground.

ENVIRONMENTAL AND

PHYSICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Temperature

(Ambient)

Storage –65°C to +125°C

Operating –55°C to +85°C

Vibration

(General Note 1) 10 g’s to 500 Hz

Shock

(General Note 1)

30 g’s,

6 msec, half-sine

Enclosure Hermetically sealed

Weight 0.11 oz. (3.12g) max.

SERIES

DESIGNATION RELAY TYPE

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1 dB ATTENUATOR 2 dB ATTENUATOR

3 dB ATTENUATOR 4 dB ATTENUATOR

5 dB ATTENUATOR 6 dB ATTENUATOR

VSWR ATTENUATION (dB)

0.70

0.80

0.90

1.00

1.10

1.20

1.301.0

1.2

1.4

1.6

1,000 2,000 3,000 4,000

FREQUENCY (MHz)

VSWR

VSWR ATTENUATION (dB)

VSWR ATTENUATION (dB)VSWR ATTENUATION (dB)

VSWR ATTENUATION (dB)

FREQUENCY (MHz)

FREQUENCY (MHz)FREQUENCY (MHz)

FREQUENCY (MHz) FREQUENCY (MHz)

1.70

1.80

1.90

2.00

2.10

2.20

2 .301.0

1.2

1.4

1.6

1,000 2,000 3,000 4,000

VSWR

2.70

2.80

2.90

3.00

3.10

3.20

3 .301.0

1.2

1.4

1.6

1,000 2,000 3,000 4,000

4.40

4.60

4.80

5.00

5.20

5.40

5.601.0

1.2

1.4

1.6

1,000 2,000 3,000 4,000

VSWR ATTENUATION (dB)

5.40

5.60

5.80

6.00

6.20

6.40

6.601.0

1.2

1.4

1.6

1,000 2,000 3,000 4,000

3.70

3.80

3.90

4.00

4.10

4.20

4.301.0

1.2

1.4

1.6

1,000 2,000 3,000 4,000

ATTENUATION

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TYPICAL RF PERFORMANCE (Notes 2, 3 and 4)

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7.40

7.60

7.80

8.00

8.20

8.40

8.601.0

1.2

1.4

1.6

1,000 2,000 3,000 4,000

9.40

9.60

9.80

10.00

10.20

10.40

10.601.0

1.2

1.4

1.6

1,000 2,000 3,000 4,000

15.40

15.60

15.80

16.00

16.20

16.40

16.601.0

1.2

1.4

1.6

1,000 2,000 3,000 4,000

19.40

19.60

19.80

20.00

20.20

20.40

20.601.0

1.2

1.4

1.6

1,000 2,000 3,000 4,000

0.0

0.2

0.4

0.6

0.8

1.0

1.21.0

1.2

1.4

1.6

1,000 2,000 3,000 4,000

8 dB ATTENUATOR

VSWR ATTENUATION (dB)

FREQUENCY (MHz)

VSWR

16 dB ATTENUATOR

VSWR ATTENUATION (dB)

FREQUENCY (MHz)

VSWR

THROUGH PATH

VSWR INSERTION LOSS (dB)

FREQUENCY (MHz)

20 dB ATTENUATOR

VSWR ATTENUATION (dB)

FREQUENCY (MHz)

VSWR

10 dB ATTENUATOR

VSWR ATTENUATION (dB)

FREQUENCY (MHz)

VSWR

ATTENUATION

INSERTION LOSS

VSWR

ATTENUATION

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TYPICAL RF PERFORMANCE (Notes 2, 3 and 4)

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PARAMETER MINIMUM TYPICAL MAXIMUM UNITS CONDITION

Insertion Loss

0.1 0.25 dB DC–1 GHz

0.2 0.35 dB 1–2 GHz

0.3 .055 dB 2–3 GHz

VSWR (Through path)

1.10 1.20 DC–1 GHz

1.20 1.25 1–2 GHz

1.25 1.30 2–3 GHz

VSWR (Attenuated path)

1.20 1.25 DC–1 GHz

1.30 1.35 1–2 GHz

1.40 1.45 2–3 GHz

ATTENUATION MINIMUM TYPICAL MAXIMUM UNITS CONDITION

0.95 1.0 1.05 dB DC–1 GHz

0.925 1.0 1.075 dB 1–2 GHz

0.875 1.0 1.125 dB 2–3 GHz

1.9 2.0 2.1 dB DC–1 GHz

1.85 2.0 2.15 dB 1–2 GHz

1.75 2.0 2.25 dB 2–3 GHz

2.85 3.0 3.15 dB DC–1 GHz

2.77 3.0 3.23 dB 1–2 GHz

2.62 3.0 3.38 dB 2–3 GHz

3.8 4.0 4.2 dB DC–1 GHz

3.7 4.0 4.3 dB 1–2 GHz

3.5 4.0 4.5 dB 2–3 GHz

4.75 5.0 5.25 dB DC–1 GHz

4.62 5.0 5.38 dB 1–2 GHz

4.37 5.0 5.63 dB 2–3 GHz

5.7 6.0 6.3 dB DC–1 GHz

5.55 6.0 6.45 dB 1–2 GHz

5.25 6.0 6.75 dB 2–3 GHz

7.88 8.0 8.12 dB DC–1 GHz

7.76 8.0 8.24 dB 1–2 GHz

7.52 8.0 8.48 dB 2–3 GHz

9.85 10.0 10.15 dB DC–1 GHz

9.7 10.0 10.3 dB 1–2 GHz

9.4 10.0 10.6 dB 2–3 GHz

15.76 16.0 16.24 dB DC–1 GHz

15.52 16.0 16.48 dB 1–2 GHz

15.04 16.0 16.96 dB 2–3 GHz

19.8 20.0 20.2 dB DC–1 GHz

19.6 20.0 20.4 dB 1–2 GHz

19.0 20.0 21.0 dB 2–3 GHz

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RF PERFORMANCE (–55°C to +85°C) (Notes 2, 3 and 4)

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GENERAL PERFORMANCE (–55°C TO +85°C)

ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATION (–55°C TO +85°C, unless otherwise specified)

PART NUMBER (Note 7) A150-dB-5 A150-dB-12 A150-dB-15 A150-dB-26

Coil Voltage Vdc (Note 6) Nom. 512 15 26.5

Max. 5.8 16.0 20.0 32.0

Coil Resistance Ohms ±20% @25°C 50 390 610 1,560

Pick-up Voltage Vdc Max. @25°C 3.8 9.0 11.3 18.0

Switching Time ms (Note 8) Max. 4.0

Typ. 2.0

Insulation Resistance 1,000 MΩtypical (all mutually isolated points)

Dielectric strength 300 VRMS / 60 Hz typical (at sea level)

PARAMETER MINIMUM TYPICAL MAXIMUM UNITS

Operating Frequency (Note 2) 0.0 3.0 GHz

Power (Notes 5 and 6) 1.0 Watt

Impedance 50 Ohms

.335 MAX.

(8.51)

.375 MAX.

(9.53)

.700 MIN.

(17.78)

.435 MAX.

(11.05)

.280

(7.11)

.200 ±.01

(5.08 ±5.08)

.475 MAX.

(12.07)

.150 ±.10 TYP.

(3.81 ±.25)

.035 REF.

(.89)

.031 REF.

(.79)

Dimensions are show in inches (millimeters).

Terminal numbers shown are for reference only.

Leads 1 and 7 are grounded to the case.

.017 DIA.

+.002

–.001

.43 +.05

–.03

()

OUTLINE DIMENSIONS

CASE DETAIL

A150 – XX – XX / S Q

GENERAL NOTES:

1. Contacts will exhibit no contact chatter in excess of 10 μs or

transfer in excess of 1 μs.

2. Relays may be operated at higher frequencies with reduced RF

performance.

3. For optimal RF performance, solder case to RF ground plane.

4. Attenuation values shown are with reference to the through path

(low loss state).

5. Power handling for case temperatures of –55°C to +55°C is

1 Watt. Derate power handling 25 mW/°C above +55°C. Case

measurement point is adjacent to the relay tab.

6. Do not operate coil at maximum coil voltage continuously.

7. Insert attenuation value, see part numbering system.

8. Switching time includes bounce.

9. The slash and characters appearing after the slash are not

marked on the relay.

10. Unless otherwise specified, relays will be supplied with either

gold-plated or solder-coated leads.

TELEDYNE RELAYS PART NUMBERING SYSTEM

FOR A150 ATTENUATOR RELAYS

Series

designator

Attenuation

value (dB)

Nominal coil

voltage

S=.187" leads

See Note 9

Q=Solder-Coated Leads

G=Gold-Plated Leads

(Notes 9 & 10)

PARAMETER Typical at low level

Contact life rating 10,000,000 cycles

Pad designation and

bottom view dimensions Height For use with the following: Dim. H

Max.

“M4” Pad for TO-5

ER411T

ER412, ER412D, ER412DD .295 (7.49)

712, 712D, 712TN,

RF300, RF310, RF320 .300 (7.62)

ER420, ER422D, ER420DD, 421,

ER421D, ER421DD, ER422, ER422D,

ER422DD, 722, 722D, RF341

.305 (7.75)

ER431T, ER432T,

ER432, ER432D, ER432DD .400 (10.16)

732, 732D, 732TN, RF303, RF313,

RF323 .410 (10.41)

RF312 .350 (8.89)

“M4” Pad for TO-5

ER411, ER411D, ER411DD .295 (7.49)

ER431, ER431D, ER431DD .400 (10.16)

RF311 .300 (7.62)

RF331 .410 (10.41)

“M4” Pad for Centigrid®

172, 172D .305 (7.75)

ER114, ER114D, ER114DD,

J114, J114D, J114DD .300 (7.62)

ER134, ER134D, ER134DD,

J134, J134D, J134DD .400 (10.16)

RF100 .315 (8.00)

RF103 .420 (10.67)

“M9” Pad for Centigrid®

122C, A152 .320 (8.13)

ER116C, J116C .300 (7.62)

ER136C, J136C .400 (10.16)

RF180 .325 (8.25)

A150 .305 (7.75)

Notes:

1. Spacer pad material: Polyester  lm.

2. To specify an “M4” or “M9” spacer pad, refer to the mounting variants portion of the part numbering

example in the applicable datasheet.

3. Dimensions are in inches (mm).

4. Unless otherwise speci ed, tolerance is ± .010 (.25).

5. Add 10 m to the contact resistance show in the datasheet.

6. Add 0.01 oz. (0.25 g) to the weight of the relay assembly shown in the datasheet.

Ø.150

[3.81]

(REF)

Dim H

MAX

Dim H

MAX

Dim H

MAX

.156

[3.96]

(REF)

.256

[6.5]

(REF)

Dim H

MAX

Appendix A: Spacer Pads

Pad designation and

bottom view dimensions Height For use with the following: Dim. H

Max.

“M” Pad 5/ 6/

ER411T, J411T, ER412, ER412D

ER412DD, J412, J412D, J412DD

ER412T, J412T

.388 (9.86)

712, 712D, 712TN .393 (9.99)

ER431T, J431T, ER432, ER432D

ER432DD, J432, J432D, J432DD

ER432T, J432T

.493 (12.52)

732, 732D, 732TN .503 (12.78)

ER420, J420, ER420D, J420D

ER420DD, J420DD, ER421, J421

ER421D, J421D, ER421DD

J422D, ER422DD, J422DD, 722

.398 (10.11)

“M2” Pad 7/ 8/

ER411T

ER412, ER412D, ER412DD

J412, J412D, J412DD

.441 (11.20)

712, 712D .451 (11.46)

ER421, ER421D, ER421DD

722, 732D .451 (11.46)

ER431T

ER432, ER432D, ER432DD .546 (13.87)

732, 732D .556 (14.12)

“M3” Pad 5/ 6/ 9/

ER411, ER411D, ER411DD

ER411TX

ER412X, ER412DX, ER412DDX

ER412TX

.388 (9.86)

712X, 712DX, 712TNX .393 (9.99)

ER420X, ER420DX, ER420DDX

ER421X, ER421DX, ER421DDX

ER422X, ER422DX

ER422DDX, 722X, 722DDX

.398 (10.11)

ER431, ER431D, ER431DD

ER431TX

ER432X, ER432DX, ER432DDX

ER432TX

.493 (12.52)

732X, 732DX, 732TNX .503 (12.78)

Notes:

1. Spreader pad material: Diallyl Phthalate.

2. To specify an “M”, “M2” or “M3” spreader pad, refer to the mounting variants portion of the part number example

in the applicable datasheet.

3. Dimensions are in inches (mm).

4. Unless otherwise speci ed, tolerance is ± .010” (0.25).

5/. Add 25 m to the contact resistance shown in the datasheet.

6/. Add .01 oz. (0.25 g) to the weight of the relay assembly shown in the datasheet.

7/. Add 50 m to the contact resistance shown in the datasheet.

8/. Add 0.025 oz (0.71 g) to the weight of the relay assembly shown in the datasheet.

9/. M3 pad to be used only when the relay has a center pin (e.g. ER411M3-12A, 722XM3-26.)

.370 [9.4]

MAX SQ

.150

[3.81]

.100

[2.54]

.200

[5.08]

.300

[7.62]

.100

[2.54]

Dim H

MAX

.370

[9.4]

MIN

.014

[0.36]

(REF)

.390 [9.91]

.300

[7.62]

.100

[2.54]

.300

[7.62]

.100

[2.54] .150

[3.81]

.150

[3.81]

.130

[3.3]

Dim H

MAX

.370 [9.4]

MAX SQ

.150

[3.81]

.100

[2.54]

.200

[5.08]

.300

[7.62]

.100

[2.54]

Dim H

MAX

.370

[9.4]

MIN

.014

[0.36]

(REF)

Appendix A: Spreader Pads

.100

[2.54]

.100

[2.54]

.100

[2.54]

"Y" POSITION

"Z" POSITION

.100

[2.54]

.100

[2.54]

.100

[2.54]

"W" POSITION

"U" POSITION

(ER116C and ER136C only)

"X" POSITION

"Z" POSITION

"Y" POSITION

.050

[1.27]

36°±3°

Ø.200

[Ø5.08]

"Z" POSITION

"Y" POSITION

"X" POSITION

45°±3°

"Z" POSITION

"Y" POSITION

Ø.200

[Ø5.08]

Centigrid® Relays:

RF100, RF103, ER114, ER134, 172

Centigrid® Relays:

RF180, ER116C, 122C, ER136C

TO-5 Relays:

ER411T, ER412, ER412T, ER420, ER421, ER422,

ER431T, ER432, ER432T, 712, 712TN, 400H, 400K,

400V, RF300, RF303, RF341, RF312, RF310, RF313,

RF320, RF323

TO-5 Relays:

ER411, ER431, RF311, RF331

NOTES

1. Terminal views shown

2. Dimensions are in inches (mm)

3. Tolerances: ± .010 (±.25) unless otherwise speci ed

4. Ground pin positions are within .015 (0.38) dia. of true position

5. Ground pin head dia., 0.035 (0.89) ref: height 0.010 (0.25) ref.

6. Lead dia. 0.017 (0.43) nom.

Indicates ground pin position

Indicates glass insulated lead position

Indicates ground pin or lead position

depending on relay type

Appendix A: Ground Pin Positions