Quantic PMI Model PDVAT-0518-60-8-96 is an 8 Bit programmable 60 dB PIN diode attenuator with a step resolution as low as 0.25 dB over the frequency range of 0.5 to 18 GHz that has excellent attenuation accuracy and flatness over the entire frequency range. This model operates on a single +12 VDC to +15 VDC supply. Housing measures 2.0" x 1.8" x 0.5" with 15 Pin Micro-D female control connector (Mating Connector Supplied) and SMA female connectors.
| General Parameters: | |
|---|---|
| Status: | Active |
| Frequency Range (GHz): | 0.5 to 18 |
| Frequency Min (GHz): | 0.5 |
| Frequency Max (GHz): | 18 |
| Attenuation Range (dB): | 60 dB |
| Attenuation Step Size - LSB (dB): | 0.25 dB |
| Attenuation Flatness (dB): | ±0.9 dB @ 10 dB, ±1.5 dB @ 20 dB, ±3 dB @ 40 dB, ±5 dB @ 60 dB |
| Attenuation Accuracy (dB): | ±1 dB @ 0 to 30 dB, ±1.3 dB @ 30 to 50 dB ±1.5 dB @ 50 to 60 dB |
| Insertion Loss (dB): | 4 dB Max |
| Operating Input Power: | 20 dBm |
| Monotonicity: | Guaranteed |
| Temperature Variation: | ±2.5 dB (-10 to +85 ºC), ±3.5 dB @ (-40 to +95 ºC) |
| Small Signal Bandwidth: | 150 kHz Typ (6 dB with ±3 dB sinewave) |
| Large Signal Bandwidth: | 75 kHz Typ (30 dB with ±30 dB sinewave) |
| Return Loss: | -12 dB Typ, -8.5 dB Max |
| Analog Control Option: | 0-6 V Analog Voltage, 10 dB/Volt |
| Power Supply: | +12 to +15 VDC @ 150 mA Max |
| Logic Input: | Logic "0" (BIT OFF) = -0.3 to +0.8 V Logic "1" (BIT ON) = +2 to +5 V |
| Digital Control: | 8 BIT TTL |
| DC Connector: | 15 Pin Micro-D Female (Mating Connector Supplied) |
| Connectors: | SMA Female - Field Replaceable |
| Size: | 2.0" x 1.8" x 0.5" |
| Export Classification (ECCN): | EAR99 |
| Environmental Ratings: | |
| Operating Temperature: | -40 ºC to +85 ºC |
| Non-Operating Temperature: | -65 ºC to +125 ºC |
| Humidity: | MIL-STD-202F, Method 103B Cond. B |
| Shock: | MIL-STD-202F, Method 213B Cond. B |
| Vibration: | MIL-STD-202F, Method 204D Cond. B |
| Altitude: | MIL-STD-202F, Method 105C Cond. B |
| Temperature Cycle: | MIL-STD-202F, Method 107D Cond. A |