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Voltage Variable Absorptive Attenuator

35 dB, DC - 2.0 GHz

Rev. V1

MAAVSS0004

ADVANCED: Data Sheets contain information regarding a product M/A-COM Technology Solutions

is considering for development. Performance is based on target specifications, simulated results,

and/or prototype measurements. Commitment to develop is not guaranteed.

PRELIMINARY: Data Sheets contain information regarding a product M/A-COM Technology

Solutions has under development. Performance is based on engineering tests. Specifications are

typical. Mechanical outline has been fixed. Engineering samples and/or test data may be available.

Commitment to produce in volume is not guaranteed.

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Features

• 35 dB Voltage Variable Attenuation at 1 GHz

• Single Voltage Control: 0 to -4 Volts

• Low DC Power Consumption

• Nanosecond Switching Speed

• Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C

• Lead-Free SOIC-14 Package

• 100% Matte Tin Plating over Copper

• Halogen-Free “Green” Mold Compound

• 260°C Reflow Compatible

• RoHS* Compliant Version of AT-635

• Tape and Reel Packaging Available

Description

M/A-COM’s MAAVSS0004 is a GaAs MMIC voltage

variable absorptive attenuator in a low cost SOIC

14-lead surface mount plastic package.

The

MAAVSS0004 is ideally suited for use where

attenuation fine tuning, fast switching and very low

power consumption are required.

Typical applications include radio, cellular, GPS

equipment and other automatic gain/level control

circuits.

The MAAVSS0004 is fabricated with a monolithic

GaAs MMIC using a mature 1-micron process. The

process features full chip passivation for increased

performance and reliability.

Functional Schematic

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Ordering Information

1

Part Number

Package

MAAVSS0004

Bulk packaging

MAAVSS0004TR-3000

3000 piece reel

Pin Configuration

Pin No.

Function

Pin No.

Function

1

8

RF2

2

Ground

9

Ground

3

Ground

10

Ground

4

Ground

11

Ground

5

Ground

12

Ground

6

Ground

13

Ground

7

Ground

14

RF1

Absolute Maximum Ratings

2,3

Parameter

Absolute Maximum

Input Power

+21 dBm

Control Voltage

Operating Temperature

-40°C to +85°C

Storing Temperature

-65°C to +150°C

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

permanent damage to this device.

3. M/A-COM does not recommend sustained operation near

these survivability limits.

1. Reference Application Note M513 for reel size information.