MAADSS0012TR-3000 - M/A-COM Technology Solutions, Inc.

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• Europe Tel: 44.1908.574.200 / Fax: 44.1908.574.300

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Digital Attenuator, 1-Bit, Single Control

21 dB, 0.8 - 8.0 GHz

Rev. V2

MAADSS0012

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.

Features

• 21 dB Step Attenuator

• Positive Control: 2.5 V typical

• Insertion Loss: 0.75 dB typical @ 2.0 GHz

• Current Consumption: 40 µA typical

• IP3: >42 dBm typical @ 2.0 GHz

• Lead-Free 2mm 8-Lead PDFN Package

• Halogen-Free “Green” Mold Compound

• RoHS* Compliant and 260°C Re-flow Compatible

Description

M/A-COM’s MAADSS0012 is a 1-bit, 21 dB step

attenuator. This GaAs MMIC digital attenuator is

packaged in an ultra small lead free 2 mm 8-Lead

PDFN surface mount package.

The MAADSS0012 digital attenuator will work with

any power source operating between 2.8 and 5.0

volts. This single bit attenuator is ideally suited for

use in wide band systems, up to 8.0 GHz where

good linearity and low insertion loss are required.

Typical applications for the MAADSS0012 attenuator

include WiMAX (802.16), Mesh Networks, Multi-

band repeaters and other linear systems.

Functional Schematic 3

3. Blocking capacitors are required on all RF ports.

Pin Configuration

Pin No. Function Pin No. Function

1 VC 5 Ground

2 Ground 6 RF In/Out

3 RF In/Out 7 Ground

4 Ground 8 VDD

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

Absolute Maximum Ratings 4,5

Parameter Absolute Maximum

Input Power

0.8 - 8.0 GHz

VDD = 2.8 - 5.0 V

+33 dBm

Control Voltage -0.5 V < VC < 5.0 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. M/A-COM does not recommend sustained operation near

these survivability limits.

Ordering Information 1,2

Part Number Package

MAADSS0012TR-3000 3000 piece reel

MAADSS0012SMB Sample Test Board

1. Reference Application Note M513 for reel size information.

2. All sample boards include 5 loose parts.

• North America Tel: 800.366.2266 / Fax: 978.366.2266

• Europe Tel: 44.1908.574.200 / Fax: 44.1908.574.300

• Asia/Pacific Tel: 81.44.844.8296 / Fax: 81.44.844.8298

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

M/A-COM Technology Solutions Inc. and its affiliates reserve the right to make

changes to the product(s) or information contained herein without notice.

Digital Attenuator, 1-Bit, Single Control

21 dB, 0.8 - 8.0 GHz

Rev. V2

MAADSS0012

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.

Electrical Specifications 6: TA = 25°C, Z0 = 50 Ω, VC = 2.5 V, VDD = 2.8 V

Parameter Test Conditions Units Min. Typ. Max.

Reference Insertion Loss 2.0 GHz dB — 0.75 1.0

Attenuation 2.0 GHz dB 20 21 22

Return Loss 2.0 - 8.0 GHz dB — 20 —

Trise, Tfall 10% to 90% RF, 90% to 10% RF ns — 50 —

Ton, Toff 50% Control to 90% RF,

50% Control to 10% RF ns — 200 —

Transients In Band mV — 20 —

1 dB Compression Input Power, 0.8 - 8.0 GHz dBm — 25 —

IP2

2.0 - 8.0 GHz

Measured Relative to Input

(for two-tone Input Power up to +5 dBm)

dBm — 70 —

IP3

2.0 - 8.0 GHz

Measured Relative to Input

(for two-tone Input Power up to +5 dBm)

dBm — 42 —

IDD VDD = 2.8 V µA — 40 60

IC VC = 2.5 V µA — 15 20

6. External DC blocking capacitors are required on all RF ports. Loss varies at 0.003 dB/°C.

Truth Table 7

VC Attenuation (dB)

0 Reference IL

1 21

7. 0 = 0 ± 0.2 V, 1 = +2.5 to 5 V, minimum 2.5 V delta.

Recommended Configuration Parts List

Part Value Case Style Manufacturer

C1, C4 15 pF 0402 Murata

C2, C3 47 pF 0201 Murata

R1, R2 10K Ω 0201 Panasonic

• North America Tel: 800.366.2266 / Fax: 978.366.2266

• Europe Tel: 44.1908.574.200 / Fax: 44.1908.574.300

• Asia/Pacific Tel: 81.44.844.8296 / Fax: 81.44.844.8298

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

M/A-COM Technology Solutions Inc. and its affiliates reserve the right to make

changes to the product(s) or information contained herein without notice.

Digital Attenuator, 1-Bit, Single Control

21 dB, 0.8 - 8.0 GHz

Rev. V2

MAADSS0012

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.

Input Return Loss, Insertion Loss State

Typical Performance Curves

Output Return Loss, Insertion Loss State

Relative Attenuation

Insertion Loss

Input Return Loss, Attenuation State

Output Return Loss, Attenuation State

-2.0

-1.5

-1.0

-0.5

0.0

2345678

+25°C

-40°C

+85°C

Frequency (GHz)

-22.0

-21.5

-21.0

-20.5

-20.0

2345678

+25°C

-40°C

+85°C

Frequency (GHz)

-30

-25

-20

-15

-10

2345678

+25°C

-40°C

+85°C

Frequency (GHz)

-30

-25

-20

-15

-10

2345678

+25°C

-40°C

+85°C

Frequency (GHz)

-30

-25

-20

-15

-10

2345678

+25°C

-40°C

+85°C

Frequency (GHz)

-30

-25

-20

-15

-10

2345678

+25°C

-40°C

+85°C

Frequency (GHz)

• North America Tel: 800.366.2266 / Fax: 978.366.2266

• Europe Tel: 44.1908.574.200 / Fax: 44.1908.574.300

• Asia/Pacific Tel: 81.44.844.8296 / Fax: 81.44.844.8298

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

M/A-COM Technology Solutions Inc. and its affiliates reserve the right to make

changes to the product(s) or information contained herein without notice.

Digital Attenuator, 1-Bit, Single Control

21 dB, 0.8 - 8.0 GHz

Rev. V2

MAADSS0012

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.

Lead-Free 2 mm 8-Lead PDFN†

† Reference Application Note S2083 for lead-free solder reflow recommendations.

Meets JEDEC moisture sensitivity level 1 requirements.

Plating is 100% matte tin over copper.

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.

Typical Performance Curves

IP2

IP3

2.0 2.5 3.0 3.5 4.0 4.5 5.0

Insertion Loss State

Attenuation State

Frequency (GHz)

2.0 2.5 3.0 3.5 4.0 4.5 5.0

Insertion Loss State

Attenuation State

Frequency (GHz)

• North America Tel: 800.366.2266 / Fax: 978.366.2266

• Europe Tel: 44.1908.574.200 / Fax: 44.1908.574.300

• Asia/Pacific Tel: 81.44.844.8296 / Fax: 81.44.844.8298

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

M/A-COM Technology Solutions Inc. and its affiliates reserve the right to make

changes to the product(s) or information contained herein without notice.

Digital Attenuator, 1-Bit, Single Control

21 dB, 0.8 - 8.0 GHz

Rev. V2

MAADSS0012

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.

Relative Attenuation

Applications Section—Low Frequency Measurement

This data shows the MAADSS0012 with the board and connector loss removed.

M/A-COM recommends using DC-Blocking capacitors large enough that their Xc is insignificant at the frequency

of use. At 800 MHz a capacitor value greater than 1000 pF is recommended.

Insertion Loss

Input Return Loss—Attenuation State

Input Return Loss—Insertion Lo ss State

Output Return Loss—Attenuation State

Output Return Loss—Insertion Loss State

-2.0

-1.5

-1.0

-0.5

0.0

0.0 0.5 1.0 1.5 2.0

+25°C

-40°C

+85°C

Frequency (GHz)

-22.0

-18.5

-15.0

-11.5

-8.0

0.0 0.5 1.0 1.5 2.0

+25°C

-40°C

+85°C

Frequency (GHz)

-30

-25

-20

-15

-10

0.0 0.5 1.0 1.5 2.0

+25°C

-40°C

+85°C

Frequency (GHz)

-30

-25

-20

-15

-10

-5

0.0 0.5 1.0 1.5 2.0

+25°C

-40°C

+85°C

Frequency (GHz)

-30

-25

-20

-15

-10

0.0 0.5 1.0 1.5 2.0

+25°C

-40°C

+85°C

Frequency (GHz)

-30

-25

-20

-15

-10

-5

0.0 0.5 1.0 1.5 2.0

+25°C

-40°C

+85°C

Frequency (GHz)