• dc - 4, dc - 8, dc - 12.4, dc - 18 and dc - 26 GHz Performance
• Small Size, Light Weight, Rugged Construction
• Average Power available up to 20 Watts
• Meets MIL-E-5400 and MIL-16400 Environmental Requirements
• SMA, BMA, N, TNC, BNC, SC, 3.5mm, and 7mm Connector Configurations
Attenuators are passive components designed for the
purpose of reducing the input power in a matched
transmission line system by a predictable amount on
a linear basis. Midwest Microwave offers this complete product line of fixed coaxial attenuators,
ruggedly designed for system or laboratory test use.
These units exhibit low VSWR and high accuracy
attenuation performance over the temperature range
of -54C to +125C and meet the environmental
requirements of MIL-E-5400 and MIL-E-16400.
Medium power attenuators with average power levels
of up to 20 Watts are available in up to 30 dB levels
in .5 dB increments providing broadband performance and low frequency sensitivity while exhibiting
very stable operation over temperature extremes.
Standard cataloge units are available off the shelf for
immediate delivery and special units can be custom
designed by Midwest's engineering staff to accomodate unique system needs.
All Midwest Attenuators are completely manufactured in house and are 100% tested to insure only the highest quality
performance whether for military or space use or for commercial applications.
Attenuation - The technical term is most often used in
connection with loss or insertion loss in a transmission line.
Insertion loss is a combination of two types of losses;
impedance mismatch loss (reflective) and attenuation loss
(dissipative). Mismatchloss is the ratio of power that would
be absorbed by a unit or device under test , if it were perfectly impedance matched, to the actual power absorbed
by thedevice. Attenuation is the ratio of power into a component to the power out under impedance matched conditions, and represents the actual power dissipated within the
component. Thereby,Insertionlossistheratioofthepower
delivered to a matched load by a matched generator before
and after the insertion of a component into the transmission
line. When a component is perfectly matched to the transmission line and to the load, the mismatch loss is zero and
the insertion loss is the same as the attenuation.
Average Power - The maximum average (cw) power is
the maximum input power specified and applied for one
hour minimum at the specified temperature of 25 degrees
C with the output terminated in a matched impedance such
that the specified properties of the attenuator will not be
altered or changed after the unit is returned to ambient temperature at a power level that is 20 dB below the maximum
specified input power. If the attenuator is operated at higher temperatures then it is necessary to derate the power
rating accordingly. The derating curve and specifications
shown below describes this specifically.
Definition of Parameters
Precise Attenuator Assembly assures high performance
Peak Power - The maximum peak power at a pulse width
or duty cycle of 5 microseconds together with the average
power when applied for a minimum period of one hour with
the output terminated with a matched load will not damage
or permanantly alter the specified properties of the attenuator.
Temperature Coefficient - The maximum change of
insertion loss in dB per degree C from 20 C over the maximum operating temperature range. To obtain the change in
insertion loss, multiply the temperature coefficient by the
temperature change and then by the value in dB of the
attenuator.
100
80
60
40
POWER (%)
20
0
100% testing of performance parameters guarantees quality
Custom Design Availability - In addition to the wide
variety of standard model attenuators available on an off the
shelf basis, Midwest Microwave retains an extensive engineering staff to accomodate your special requirements. A
complete in-house design and manufacturing facility is provided including all testing and documentation for high reliability aerospace applications.
• Frequency applications that are extended
• Attenuation values in .5 dB increments
• Higher Power requrements
• High Performance, narrow bandwidth applications
• Connector interfaces and mounting requirements that ar
extraordinary.
Temperature Specifications
Operating Temperature Range: -54C to +125C
Temperature Coefficient: 1/10,000 dB /dB/Degree C
0255075100125
TEMPERATURE (Degrees C)
Note: All mechanical dimensions are in inches with milimeters shown in
parenthesis. tolerances are as follows: 0.XX = + .020 and 0.XXX = + .005
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Attenuators
DC - 18 GHz High Performance
• DC-2, DC-4, DC-8, and DC-12.4 units available
• 0 - 60 dB Attenuation Values
• Rugged Stainless Steel Construction
• Any Male/Female combination available
• Low cost alternatives available
Midwest Microwave's SMA miniature series of fixed coaxial attenuators
provide temperature stable, ruggedly built, precision performance in a
small light weight package size. Attenuation values up through 60 dB in
1 dB increments are available with any of the units described and with
any combination of female or male SMA connectors.
SPECIFICATIONS - HIGH PERFORMANCE
Frequency: DC - 18.0, DC - 12.4, DC - 8.0 GHz
DC - 4.0, DC - 2.0 GHz
Attenuation Accuracy:1-10 dB + 0.3 dB
11-20 dB +
21-40 dB +1.0 dB
41-60 dB +1.5 dB
0.5 dB
VSWR: 1.07+.015 (f GHz) max.
Power: 2 Watts Average @ 25C derated linearly to .5 Watts @ 125C
Peak Power: 200 Watts
Operating Temperature Range: - 65 to + 125C
Finish: Passivated Stainless Steel
XX = Attenuation Value: Select 01-60dB in 1dB increments
LOW COST
Note: * U.S. Patent No. 3,824,506 applies to all " Fixed Attenuators.
SPECIFICATIONS - LOW COST
Attenuation Accuracy:
1-4 dB+ 0.75 dB+ 0.75 dB
5-8 dB+ 0.75 dB+ 1.00 dB
9-12 dB+ 1.00 dB+ 1.25 dB
13-20 dB+ 1.50 dB+ 1.50 dB
21-40 dB+
41-60 dB+ 2.50 dB+ 2.50 dB
VSWR:Frequency (GHz)
1.25 maxDC - 4.0
1.45 max4.0 - 12.4
1.65 max12.4 - 18.0
Power: 2 Watts Average @ 25C derated linearly
to .5 watts @ 125C
Peak Power: 200 Watts
Operating Temperature Range: -65 to +125C
Finish: Passivated Stainless Steel
Dimensions: Same as 263 Series
DC - 12.4 GHz
2.00 dB+ 2.00 dB
12.4 - 18 GHz
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Attenuators
SMA Subminiature "MINIPAD"®
DC - 26.5 GHz High Performance
• DC-2, DC-8, DC-12.4, and DC-18 GHzunits available
• Rugged Stainless Steel Construction
• Any Male/Female combination available
• Low cost alternatives available
Midwest Microwave's SMA subminiature series of fixed coaxial attenuators (MINIPAD
performance in a compact light weight package size. Attenuation values
up through 30 dB in 1 dB increments are available with any of the units
described and with any combination of female or male SMA connectors.
SPECIFICATIONS - HIGH PERFORMANCE
Frequency: DC - 18.0, DC - 12.4, DC - 8.0 GHz
Attenuation Accuracy: 1-6 dB ± 0.3dB
Flange Mount type Attenuators are useful in many
system or test instrument requirements where it is
necessary to pass a signal through a panel and
also take advantage of the opportunity to insert an
attenuator while saving valuable space and weight.
These units possess the same high performance
characteristics as the standard 290 series.
The units are manufactured using rugged stainless steel construction and are designed to operate
under very hostile environmental conditions.
SPECIFICATIONS - LOW COST
Attenuation Accuracy:
DC - 12.4 GHz12.4 - 18 GHz
1-10 dB+ 0.75 dB+ 0.75 dB
11-20 dB+ 0.75 dB+ 1.00 dB
21-30 dB+ 1.00 dB+ 1.25 dB
VSWR:Frequency (GHz)VSWR
DC - 4.01.25 max
4.0 - 12.41.45 max
12.4 - 18.01.65 max
Power: 2 Watts Average @ +25
to .5 watts @ 125C and 200 Watts peak
Operating Temperature Range: -65 to +125
Finish: Passivated Stainless Steel
o
C derated linearly
o
C
XX = Attenuation Value: Select 01-30dB in 1dB increments
XX = Attenuation Value: Select 01-30dB in 1dB increments
LOW COST
Typical End View - All Models
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Attenuators
SMAUltraminiatureType
DC - 18 GHz High Performance
•DC-2, DC-4, DC-8, and DC-12.4 units also available
•0 - 30 dB Attenuation Values
•Rugged Stainless Steel Construction
•Any Male/Female combination available
•Small Size - Lightweight
Midwest Microwave's SMA Ultraminiature series of fixed coaxial attenuators
provide temperature stable, ruggedly built, precision performance in a very
small light weight package size. Attenuation values up through 30 dB in 1
dB increments are available with any of the units described and with any
combination of female or male SMA connectors.
SPECIFICATIONS - HIGH PERFORMANCE
Frequency: DC - 18.0, DC - 12.4, DC - 8.0 GHz
DC - 4.0, DC - 2.0 GHz
Attenuation Accuracy: 1-6 dB +0.3dB
7-20 dB +
21-30 dB +
0.5 dB
1.0 dB
VSWR: 1.07+.015 (f GHz) max.
Power: 2 Watts average @ +25
Peak Power: 200 Watts
Operating Temperature Range: - 65 to + 125
Finish: Passivated Stainless Steel
XX = Attenuation Value: Select 01-30dB in 1dB increments
(.5 dB increments available)
(.5 dB increments available)
DC - 26.5 GHz3.5mm High Performance
• Extended Frequency Performance
• 0 - 20 dB Attenuation Values
• 3.5 mm Precision Connectors (mates with SMA)
• Small Size - Light Weight
• Any Male/Female Connector Configuration
• Rugged Stainless Steel Construction
Midwest Microwave's 3.5 mm subminiature series of precision fixed coaxial attenuators provide extended frequency
operation of up to 26.5 GHz when mated with connector interfaces of the same family. These temperature stable, ruggedly built, precision attenuators allow high performance in a very small light weight package size Attenuation values up
through 20 dB in 1 dB increments are available with any combination of female or male 3.5mm connectors.
SPECIFICATIONS - HIGH PERFORMANCE
Frequency: DC - 18.0, DC - 26.5 GHz
Attenuation Accuracy: 1-6 dB + 0.5 dB
Note: dimensions shown above are for the Male/Female
version. The length for the Female/Female version is
1.33 and for the Male/Male version is 1.39.
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Attenuators
QPL•HighReliability
MIL-A-3933 Qualified (QPL)
• Non-Screened and Screened Units Available
•100% Tested
•Military Applications
Midwest Microwave's QPLAttenuator productswere designed, tested and have
been qualified to the stringent requirements of the latest effective issue of the
applicable military specifications. By selecting a part that appears on a QPL
list, a user is assured that the part will meet or exceed the performance specifications set forth in the MIL Specification as a minimum standard of performance.
MIL Part Slash No. GroupDescriptionFrequencyAttenuation
Burn-In 240 Hours
Post Burn-In Electrical:
DC Resistance
VSWR
Attenuation
Radiographic Inspection
Non-Screened Attenuators per Table V of MIL-A-3933
Group A Inspection Tests
Visual & Mechanical Examination
VSWR
Attenuation
Stability of Attenuation:
After Peak Power
Note: All Screened Attenuators are tested 100% per Table IV and V of MIL-A-3933.
All Non-Screened Attenuators are tested 100% per Table V of MIL-A-3933.
Space Qualified Attenuators
Midwest Microwave manufactures High Reliability (Hi-Rel) Attenuators suitable for use under space flight conditions. These units are manufactured
using a system that provides complete tracability of all of the piece parts that make up their assembly. All non-metal materials used meet or exceed
the outgassing requirements of NASA specifications JSC SP-R-0022 for a TML of 1% max and a CVCM of .1% max.. All Hi-Rel components are manufactured in a clean room environment exceeding the requirements of FED-STD-201 Class 100,000. Hi-Rel attenuators are manufactured to individual customer specifications and undergo extensive testing similar to the testing outlined below.
This series of SMA flange mounted Connector-Attenuators are ideally
suited for use on microstrip packages where size and weight are a consideration.By combining the Attenuator and the launching Connector,
space and weight as well as cost savings is accomplished.The resistive
film circuit is designed to improve reliability and lower mismatch losses
by eliminating the need for separate coaxial components.The units
exhibit low VSWR and are ruggedly constructed of stainless steel and
are temperature stabilized for use in hostile environments.
Model No.AttenuationVSWRFig.
Figure 1 - non- removeable tab contact
ATT-0300--XX-SMA-0207 - 10 +
ATT-0310--XX-SMA-0211 - 20 + 0.75
ATT-0311-XX-SMA-0211 - 20 + 0.75
ATT-0312-XX-SMA-0211 - 20+ 0.75
ATT-0314-XX-SMA-0211 - 20 + 0.75
Note: When ordering, replace "XX" in Model No. with desired Attenuation Value.
Interchangeable center pin must be ordered separately, see Part No's below.
* From 12.4 to 18 GHz, Attenuation accuracy is + 0.40 dB
1. Select desired length of interchangeable center pins in accordance with package
requirements and substitue the three digit decimal length for "YYY" in the Part No.
2. All Attenuator Models are rated at 2 Watts Average and 200 Watts Peak.
3. Finish : Housings are Passivated Stainless Steel, Center Pins are gold plated.
Part No. PPM-0020-CC-YYY-01
Part No. PPM-0040-06-YYY-01Part No. PPM-0030-05-YYY-01
Figure 5
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Attenuators
SMAMedium Power Types
DC - 18 GHz High Performance
• DC-18 GHz Performance
• 5, 10, and 20 Watt Model selection
• Rugged Stainless Steel Interface Construction
• Any Male/Female combination available
• Low VSWR - High Performance.
Midwest Microwave's SMAseries of medium power fixed coaxial
attenuators provide temperature stable, ruggedly built, precision performance in light weight reasonably sized packages. Attenuation values range through 40 dB in 1 dB increments and are available with
any combination of female or male SMA connectors
5 Watts - DC - 18 GHz
Frequency: DC - 18.0, DC-12.4, and DC-6.0 GHz units available
Attenuation Values: 1 thru 20 dB in 1 dB Increments
Attenuation Accuracy: 1- 6 dB+ 0.3dB
7-10 dB+
11-20 dB+ 0.7 dB
VSWR: 1.25 max. @ DC - 6.0 GHz, 1.30 max. @ 6 - 12.4 GHz, and 1.40 max. @ 12.4 - 18.0 GHz
Power: 5 Watts Average @ +40C derated linearly to 0.5 Watts @ +125C
Peak Power: 200 Watts
Operating Temperature Range: -54C to +125C
Finish: Black Anodized Aluminum and Stainless Steel Connectors
XX = Attenuation Value: Select 01-20dB in 1dB increments
5 WATTS
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Attenuators
SMAMedium Power Types
10 Watts - DC - 18 GHz Performance
Frequency: DC - 18.0, DC-12.4, DC-6.0, and DC-2.0 GHz units available
Attenuation Values: 1 thru 40 dB in 1 dB Increments
Attenuation Accuracy: 1- 10 dB+ 0.5dB
11-20 dB +
21-40 dB +
VSWR: 1.25 max. @ DC - 2.0 GHz, 1.40 max. @ 2 - 12.4 GHz, and
1.50 max. @ 12.4 - 18.0 GHz
Power: 10 Watts Average @ +40C derated linearly to 0.5 Watts @ +125C
Peak Power: 100 Watts except 488 Series which is 5 Kilowatts
Operating Temperature Range: -54C to +125C
Finish: Black Anodized Aluminum and Stainless Steel Connectors
* Midwest has currently limited the test frequency on the above devices from the catalog listing of DC
to 18 GHz, to an upper frequency of 15 GHz. Sorting for 18 GHz performance may be available
upon request. Please consult the factory for additional information. Please be advised that sorting
to 18 GHz may require an alternate performance specification than currently listed in the catalog.
DC - 18.0 , DC-12.4, DC-6.0, and DC-2.0 GHz units available
1- 6 dB+ 0.3 dB+ 0.5 dB
7-10 dB+ 0.5 dB+ 0.75 dB
11-20 dB+ 0.75 dB+ 1.0 dB
21-40 dB+ 1.0 dB+ 1.5 dB
Male/FemaleFemale/FemaleMale/Male
XX = Attenuation Value: Select 01-40dB in 1dB increments
XX = Attenuation Value: Select 01-40dB in 1dB increments
20 WATTS
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Attenuators
noitaunettAA
Bd02-191.2
Bd06-1274.2
noitaunettAA
Bd6-186.2
Bd04-721.3
noitaunettAA
Bd6-186.2
Bd04-721.3
7mm Precision Types
DC - 18 GHz Precision Performance
Frequency: DC - 18.0 GHz
Attenuation Values: 1 - 40 dB as noted
Attenuation Accuracy: 1 - 6 dB+ 0.3 dB
7 - 20 dB+
21 - 40 dB+ 0.7 dB
41 - 60 dB+ 1.5 dB
Impedance: 50 Ohms
VSWR: as noted
Power: as noted
Peak Power: 200 Watts on 2 Watt units and 100 Watts on medium power units
Operating Temperature Range: -54C to +125C
Finish: Black Anodized Aluminum and Stainless Steel Connectors
DC - 18.0 GHz431 SeriesModel Number
7mm Precision - Low VSWR
ATT-0431-XX-7MM-02
Attenuation Value = XX, Select 3, 6, 10, or 20 dB
VSWR: 1.12 @ DC-4.0, 1.15 @ 4.0-8.0, and 1.20 @ 8.0-18.0 (GHz) max.
Power: 2 Watts average @ +25
0.5 dB
o
C derated linearly to 0.5 Watts @ +125oC
DC - 18.0 GHz220 SeriesModel Number
7mm Precision - Broadband Performance
ATT-0220-XX-7MM-02
Attenuation Value= XX, Select 1 thru 60 dB in 1 dB Increments
VSWR: 1.07 + 0.015 f (GHz)
Power: 2 Watts average @ +25
o
C derated linearly to 0.5 Watts @ +125oC
DC - 12.4 GHz395 SeriesModel Number
7mm Precision - 5 Watts
ATT-0395-XX-7MM-02
Attenuation Value = XX, Select 01 thru 40 dB in 1 dB increments
VSWR: 1.06 + 0.02f (GHz)
Power: 5 Watts average @ +25
o
C derated linearly to 1 Watt @ +125oC
DC - 12.4 GHz396 SeriesModel Number
7mm Precision - 10 Watts
ATT-0396-XX-7MM-02
Attenuation Value = XX, Select 01 thru 40 dB in 1 dB increments
VSWR: 1.06 + 0.02 f (GHz) max
Power: 10 Watts average @ +25
o
C derated linearly to 1 Watt @ +125oC
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Attenuators
DC - 18 GHz Precision Performance
Frequency: DC - 18.0 GHz, DC - 12.4, and DC - 8.0 units available
Attenuation Values: 1 - 60 dB as noted
Attenuation Accuracy:1 - 6 dB+ 0.3 dB
7 - 20 dB+
21 - 40 dB+ 0.7 dB
41 - 60 dB+ 1.5 dB
Impedance: 50 Ohms
VSWR: 1.07 + 0.015 f (GHz) max
Power: 2 Watts average @ +25
Attenuation Value= XX, Select 1 thru 60 dB in 1 dB Increments
Note: U.S. Patent No. 3,824,506 and 4,011,531 applies to 217, 218, and 219 series Attenuators.
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Attenuation ValueLength A
1 - 20 dB1.56 (39.6)
21 - 60 dB1.84 (47.0)
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Attenuators
TypeN - Medium Power
5 Watts - DC - 18 GHz Precision Performance
Frequency: DC - 18.0 GHz, DC - 12.4, DC - 8, and DC - 2.0 units available
Attenuation Values: 1 - 40 dB as noted
Attenuation Accuracy:DC-12.4 GHz12.4-18.0 GHz
1 - 6 dB+ 0.3 dB+ 0.5 dB
7 - 20 dB+ 0.5 dB+ 0.75 dB
21 - 40 dB+ 0.7 dB+ 1.0 dB
Impedance: 50 Ohms
VSWR: 1.06 + 0.02 f (GHz) max
Power: 5 Watts average @ +40
Peak Power: 100 Watts
Operating Temperature Range: -54
Finish: Black Anodized Aluminum with Stainless Steel Connectors
Attenuation Value = XX, Select 1 - 40 dB in 1 dB increments
5 Watts
* Midwest has currently limited the test frequency on the above devices from the catalog listing of DC
to 18 GHz, to an upper frequency of 15 GHz. Sorting for 18 GHz performance may be available
upon request. Please consult the Factory for additional information. Please be advised that sorting
to 18 GHz may require an alternate performance specification than currently listed in the catalog.
Attenuation Value = XX, Select 1 - 40 dB in 1 dB increments
5 Watts
Attenuation ValueLength A
1 - 6 dB2.32 (59.0
7 - 40 dB2.75 (69.9)
Attenuation ValueLength A
1 - 6 dB2.48 (63.0)
7 - 40 dB2.91 (74.0)
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Attenuators
TypeN-Medium Power
10 Watts - DC - 18 GHz Precision Performance
Frequency: DC - 18.0 GHz, DC - 12.4, DC - 8.0 and DC - 2.0 units available
Attenuation Values: 1 - 40 dB as noted
Attenuation Accuracy:DC-12.4 GHz12.4-18.0 GHz
1 - 6 dB+ 0.3 dB+ 0.5 dB
7 - 20 dB+ 0.5 dB+ 0.75 dB
21 - 40 dB+ 0.7 dB+ 1.0 dB
Impedance: 50 Ohms
VSWR: 1.06 + 0.02 f (GHz) max
Power: 10 Watts average @ 40C derated linearly to 1 Watt @ 125C
Peak Power: 100 Watts except Model 477 series is 5Kilowatts
Operating Temperature Range: -54
Finish: Black Anodized Aluminum with Stainless Steel Connectors
Attenuation Value = XX, Select 01 thru 40 dB in 1 dB increments
10 Watts
o
C to +125oC
Attenuation ValueLength A
1 - 6 dB2.38 (60.5)
7 - 40 dB2.82 (71.6)
** Midwest has currently limited the test frequency on the above devices from the catalog listing of
DC to 18 GHz, to an upper frequency of 15 GHz. Sorting for 18 GHz performance may be available
upon request. Please consult the Factory for additional information. Please be advised that sorting
to 18 GHz may require an alternate performance specification than currently listed in the catalog.
Attenuation Value = XX, Select 1 - 40 dB in 1 dB increments
20Watts
* Midwest has currently limited the test frequency on the above devices from the catalog listing of DC
to 18 GHz, to an upper frequency of 15 GHz. Sorting for 18 GHz performance may be available
upon request. Please consult the Factory for additional information. Please be advised that sorting
to 18 GHz may require an alternate performance specification than currently listed in the catalog.
DC - 18.0 GHz, DC - 12.4, DC - 8, and DC - 2.0 units available
1 - 6 dB+ 0.3 dB+ 0.5 dB
7 - 10 dB+ 0.5 dB+ 0.75 dB
11 - 20 dB+ 0.75 dB+ 1.0 dB
21 - 40 dB+ 1.0 dB+ 1.5 dB
Attenuation Value = XX, Select 1 - 40 dB in 1 dB increments
20 Watts
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Attenuators
DC - 18 GHz Precision Performance
Frequency: DC - 18.0 GHz, DC - 12.4, DC - 8.0 and DC - 2.0 units available
Attenuation Values: 1 - 60 dB in 1 dB increments
Attenuation Accuracy:1 - 6 dB+ 0.3 dB
7 - 20 dB+
21 - 40 dB+ 1.0 dB
41 - 60 dB+ 1.5 dB
Impedance: 50 Ohms
VSWR: 1.07 + 0.015 f (GHz) max
Power: 2 Watts average @ +25
o
C derated linearly to 0.5 Watts @ +125oC
Peak Power: 200 Watts
Operating Temperature Range: -54C to +125C
Finish: Stainless Steel
Attenuation Value= XX, Select 1 thru 60 dB in 1 dB Increments
Attenuation ValueLength A
1 - 20 dB1.66 (42.2)
21 - 60 dB1.93 (49.0)
Attenuation ValueLength A
1 - 20 dB1.71 (43.4)
21 - 60 dB1.98 (50.3)
Note: U.S. Patent No. 3,824,506 and 4,011,531 applies.
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Attenuators
TNCType - Medium Power
10 Watts - DC - 18 GHz Precision Performance
Frequency: DC - 18.0 GHz, DC - 12.4, DC - 8, and DC - 2.0 units available
Attenuation Values: 1 - 40 dB as noted
Attenuation Accuracy:DC-12.4 GHz12.4-18.0 GHz
1 - 6 dB+ 0.3 dB+ 0.5 dB
7 - 20 dB+ 0.5 dB+ 0.75 dB
21 - 40 dB+ 1.0 dB+ 1.5 dB
Impedance: 50 Ohms
VSWR: 1.25 max @ DC - 12.4 GHz, 1.50 @ 12.4 - 18.0 GHz
Power: 10 Watts average @ 40 C derated linearly to 1 Watt @ 125 C
Peak Power: 100 watts and 5 Kilowatts on 476 Series
Operating Temperature Range: -54C to +125C
Finish: Black Anodized Aluminum with Stainless Steel Connectors
Attenuation Value = XX, Select 1 - 40 dB in 1 dB increments
10 Watts
* Midwest has currently limited the test frequency on the above devices from the catalog listing of DC
to 18 GHz, to an upper frequency of 15 GHz. Sorting for 18 GHz performance may be available
upon request. Please consult the Factory for additional information. Please be advised that sorting
to 18 GHz may require an alternate performance specification than currently listed in the catalog.
Attenuation Value = XX, Select 1 - 40 dB in 1 dB increments
10 Watts - 5 Kilowatts Peak
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Attenuators
TNCType - Medium Power
20 Watts - DC - 18 GHz Precision Performance
Frequency: DC - 18.0 GHz, DC - 12.4, DC - 8, and DC - 2.0 units available
Attenuation Values: 1 - 40 dB in 1 dB increments
Attenuation Accuracy:DC-12.4 GHz12.4-18.0 GHz
1 - 6 dB+ 0.3 dB+ 0.5 dB
7 - 10 dB+ 0.5 dB+ 0.75 dB
11 - 20 dB+
21 - 40 dB+
Impedance: 50 Ohms
VSWR: 1.25 max @ DC - 12.4 GHz, 1.50 @ 12.4 - 18.0 GHz
Power: 20 Watts average @ 40 C derated linearly to 1 Watt @ 125 C
Peak Power: 500 Watts
Operating Temperature Range: -54C to +125C
Finish: Black Anodized Aluminum with Stainless Steel Connectors
Attenuation Value = XX, Select 1 - 40 dB in 1 dB increments
0.75 dB+ 1.0 dB
1.0 dB+ 1.5 dB
20 Watts
* Midwest has currently limited the test frequency on the above devices from the catalog listing of DC
to 18 GHz, to an upper frequency of 15 GHz. Sorting for 18 GHz performance may be available
upon request. Please consult the Factory for additional information. Please be advised that sorting
to 18 GHz may require an alternate performance specification than currently listed in the catalog.
Attenuation Value = XX, Select 1 - 40 dB in 1 dB increments
20 Watts
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Attenuators
DC - 4 GHz Performance
Frequency: DC - 4.0 GHz and DC - 2.0 units available
Attenuation Values: 1 - 40 dB as noted
Attenuation Accuracy:1 - 6 dB+ 0.3 dB
7 - 10 dB+
11 - 20 dB+ 0.75 dB
21- 40 dB+
41 - 60 dB± 1.5 dB
Impedance: 50 Ohms
VSWR: 1.25 max
Power: 2 Watts average @ +25
o
C derated linearly to 0.5 Watts @ +125oC U.O.S.
Peak Power: 200 Watts for 2Watt units and 100 Watts Peak for 5 & 10 Watt
Operating Temperature Range: -54C to +125C
Finish: Nickel Plated Brass and Black Anodized Aluminum
Attenuation Value = XX, Select 1 - 20 dB in 1 dB increments
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Attenuation ValueLength A
1 - 12 dB1.04 (26.4)
13 - 20 dB1.17 (29.7)
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Attenuators
SMBandSMCType
SMB and SMC-DC - 4 GHz Performance
This new series of SMB and SMC Attenuators are especially suitable for
use in commercial and low frequency military systems. They have been
designed to withstand the same hostile environmental conditions as all of
the other Midwest Microwave series of Attenuators.
Frequency: DC - 4 GHz
Attenuation Values: 1 - 20 dB as noted
Attenuation Accuracy:1 - 6 dB+ 0.3 dB
7 - 10 dB+
11 - 20 dB+ 0.75 dB
Impedance: 50 Ohms
VSWR: 1.25 max
Power: 2 Watts average @ +25
Peak Power: 200 Watts
Operating Temperature Range: -54
Finish: Nickel Plated Brass
Attenuation Value = XX, Select 1 - 20 dB in 1 dB increments
Attenuation ValueLength A
1 - 12 dB1.42 (36.0)
13 - 20 dB1.54 (39.1)
Attenuation ValueLength A
1 - 12 dB1.42 (36.0)
13 - 20 dB1.54(39.1)
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Attenuators
SMA- 18GHz Performance
Specifications
Frequency Range:1-18GHz3-18 GHz5-18 GHz6-18 GHz
Attenuation Values: 1-4 dB5-9dB10-15dB16-20 dB
Max Deviation from Nominal: + 0.5 dB or 5% whichever is greater
Impedance: 50 Ohms
VSWR: 1.25 max
Power: 2 Watts average @ +25
Peak Power: 5 Kilowatts
Operating Temperature Range: -54C to +125C
Finish: Passivated Stainless Steel
Calibration: Supplied at 4, 8, 12, and 18 GHz
DC - 18.0 GHz204 SeriesModel Number
Male / Female
ATT-0204-XX-SMA-02
Attenuation Value = XX, Select 1 - 20 dB in 1 dB increments
SMA
o
C derated linearly to 0.5 Watts @ +125oC
LossyLine Type
7mm Precision- 1 - 18GHz Performance
Frequency Range:1-18GHz3-18 GHz5-18 GHz
Attenuation Values: 3 & 6 dB10 dB20 dB
Max Deviation from Nominal: + 0.3 dB @ 8 GHz
Frequency Sensitivity (from value @ 8 GHz):
dB Valuefreq Sensitivity
3 dB+ 0.5 dB
6 dB+ 0.6 dB
10 dB+
20 dB+ 1.2 dB
VSWR: 1.08 + 0.03 / f (GHz)
Power: 2 Watts average @ +40
Peak Power: 5 Kilowatts
Operating Temperature Range: -54C to +125C
Finish: Passivated Stainless Steel
Calibration: Supplied at 4, 8, 12, and 18 GHz
DC - 18.0 GHz340A SeriesModel Number
7mm Precision
ATT-340A-XX-7MM-02
Attenuation Value = XX, Select 3, 6, 10, and 20 dB
o
C derated linearly to 0.5 Watts average @ +125oC
1.0 dB
7mm Precision
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Type NPrecision 1-18 GHz Performance
This series of Lossy Line Attenuators are very useful for a variety of test bench requirements. The lossy line is the simplest,
most basic type of coaxial attenuator. The lossy line in these
attenuators is actually the center conductor of a simple coaxial
structure. The lossy line possesses some basic advantages
over conventional attenuators in that they exhibit low VSWR
characteristics that improve as frequency increases and are
also very useful where phase tracking is important.
Specifications
Frequency Range:1-18 GHz3-18 GHz5-18 GHz
Attenuation Values:3 & 6 dB10 dB20 dB
Max Deviation from Nominal: + 0.3 dB @ 8 GHz
Frequency Sensitivity (from Value @ 8 GHz):
dB Valuefreq Sensitivity
3 dB+ 0.5 dB
6 dB+ 0.6 dB
1.0 dB
Power: 2 Watts average @ +40
Peak Power: 5 Kilowatts
10 dB+
20 dB+ 1.2 dB
o
C derated linearly to 0.5 Watts @ +125oC
LossyLine Type
Impedance: 50 Ohms
VSWR: 1.08 + 0.03/ f (GHz)
Operating Temperature Range: -54C to +125C
Finish: Passivated Stainless Steel
Calibration: Supplied at 4, 8, 12.4, and 18 GHz
Frequency: DC-18.0 and DC - 12 .4 GHz sets
Attenuation Values: 3, 6, 10, and 20 dB one each per set
Attenuation Accuracy:DC-18.0DC-12..4Accuracy
3 & 6 dB3, 6, & 10 dB+ 0.3 dB
10 & 20 dB20 dB+
Impedance: 50 Ohms
VSWR: 1.07 + 0.015 f (GHz) max
Power: 2 Watts average, 200 Watts peak
Finish: Passivated Stainless Steel
Calibration: Data Supplied at 4, 8, 12.4, and 18 GHz
DC - 18.0 GHzModel NumberDC - 12.4 GHz
Male / FemaleMale / Female
ATS-3554-18-SMA-02ATS-3553-12-SMA-02
7mm- DC - 18 GHz Precision Performance
Frequency: DC - 18 .0 and DC-12.4 GHz sets
Attenuation Values: 3, 6, 10, and 20 dB one each per set
Attenuation Accuracy:DC-18.0DC-12..4Accuracy
3 & 6 dB3, 6, & 10 dB+ 0.3 dB
10 & 20 dB20 dB+
Impedance: 50 Ohms
VSWR: 1.07 + 0.015 f (GHz) max
Power: 2 Watts average, 200 watts peak
Finish: Passivated Stainless Steel
Calibration: Data Supplied at 4, 8, 12.4, and 18.0 GHz
0.5 dB
0.5 dB
CalibratedSets
Midwest Microwave's Calibrated Attenuator Sets consist of a set of four precision, broadband, fixed attenuators with values of 3, 6, 10, and 20 dB. These sets are
available with a choice of SMA, N, or 7mm passivated
stainless steel precision connectors.
DC - 18.0 GHzModel NumberDC - 12.4 GHz
7mm7mm
ATS-3552-18-7MM-02ATS-3555-12-7MM-02
Type N - DC - 18 GHz Precision Performance
Frequency: DC - 18 .0 and DC-12.4 GHz sets
Attenuation Values: 3, 6, 10, and 20 dB one each per set
Attenuation Accuracy:DC-18.0DC-12..4Accuracy
3 & 6 dB3, 6, & 10 dB+ 0.3 dB
Impedance: 50 Ohms10 & 20 dB20 dB+ 0.5 dB
VSWR: 1.07 + 0.015 f (GHz) max
Power: 2 Watts average, 200 Watts peak
Finish: Passivated Stainless Steel
Calibration: Data Supplied at 4, 8, 12.4, and 18.0 GHz
DC - 18.0 GHzModel NumberDC - 12.4 GHz
Male / FemaleMale / Female
ATS-3551-18-NNN-02ATS-3550-12-NNN-02
Calibrated Attenuator Sets are intended for laboratory or
field use. The precision, broadband, fixed attenuators
are supplied in a shock resistant storage case. the inside
cover of the storage case holds the calibration data.
The calibration data includes test results at DC, 4.0, 8.0,
12.4, and 18.0 GHz. All measurement standards used
have calibration traceability to the National Bureau of
Standards.
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Attenuators
DC - 18 GHz 7 mm Precision Performance
Specifications
Frequency: DC - 18.0 GHz
Attenuation Values: 1 - 10 dB in 1 dB increments and 20 dB
Attenuation Accuracy:1 - 10 dB+ 0.3 dB
20 dB+ 0.5 dB
Impedance: 50 Ohms
VSWR: 1.12 @ DC-4, 1.15 @ 4-8, and 1.20 @ 8-18 GHz max
Power: 2 Watts average @ +25
Peak Power: 200 Watts
Operating Temperature Range: -54
Finish: Passivated Stainless Steel
Calibration: Supplied at 4, 8, 12, and 18 GHz
7mmto SMA
DC - 18.0 GHz7mm / SMAModel Numbers
o
C derated linearly to 0.5 Watts @ +125oC
o
C to +125oC
Adapter - Pads
7mm / SMA Male7mm / SMA Female
ADP-0105-XX-000-02ADP-0106-XX-000-02
Attenuation Value = XX, Select 01 -10 dB in 1 dB increments, and 20 dB
7mm Precision
7mm to Type N
DC - 18.0 GHz7mm / Type NModel Numbers
7mm / N Male7mm / N Female
ADP-0107-XX-000-02ADP-0108-XX-000-02
Attenuation Value = XX, Select 01 -10 dB in 1 dB increments, 20 and 30 dB
7mm Precision
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Attenuators
Type N to SMA DC - 18 GHzPerformance
Specifications
Frequency: DC - 18.0 GHz
Attenuation Values: 1 - 30 dB in 1 dB increments
Attenuation Accuracy:1 - 6 dB+ 0.3 dB
7 - 20 dB+
21 - 30 dB+
Impedance: 50 Ohms
VSWR: 1.10@ DC-4, 1.20 @ 4-10, and 1.30 @ 10-18 GHz max
Power: 2 Watts average @ +25
Peak Power: 0.2 Killowatts
Operating Temperature Range: -54
Finish: Passivated Stainless Steel
o
C derated linearly to 0.5 Watts @ +125oC
Type NMale to SMA
DC - 18.0 GHzType N / SMAModel Numbers
0.5 dB
1.0 dB
o
C to +125oC
Adapter - Pads
N Male / SMA MaleN Male / SMA Female
ADP-0101-XX-000-02ADP-0102-XX-000-02
Attenuation Value = XX, Select 01 -30 dB in 1 dB increments
Precision N / SMA
Type NFemale to SMA
DC - 18.0 GHzType N / SMAModel Numbers
N Female / SMA MaleN Female / SMA Female
ADP-0103-XX-000-02ADP-0104-XX-000-02
Attenuation Value = XX, Select 01 -30 dB in 1 dB increments
Precision N / SMA
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Attenuators
Type N and TNC F lange Mount to SMA
Specifications
Frequency: DC - 18.0 GHz
Attenuation Values: 1 - 20 dB in 1 dB increments
Attenuation Accuracy:1 - 10 dB+ 0.5 dB
11- 20 dB+ 0.75 dB
Impedance: 50 Ohms
VSWR: 1.12 @ DC-4, 1.20 @ 4-10, and 1.30 @ 10-18 GHz max
Power: 2 Watts average @ +25
Peak Power: 0.2 Kilowatts
Operating Temperature Range: -54
Finish: Passivated Stainless Steel
N Flanged Female to SMA
DC - 18.0 GHzN Flange / SMAModel Numbers
o
C derated linearly to 0.5 Watts @ +125oC
o
C to +125oC
Adapter - Pads
N Flange / SMA MaleN Flange / SMA Female
ADP-304M-XX-000-02ADP-304F-XX-000-02
Attenuation Value = XX, Select 01 -20 dB in 1 dB increments
Precision N
TNC Flanged Female to SMA
DC - 18.0 GHzTNC Flange / SMAModel Numbers
TNC Flange Female/ SMA MaleTNC Flange Female / SMA Female
ADP-533M-XX-000-02ADP-533F-XX-000-02
Attenuation Value = XX, Select 01 -20 dB in 1 dB increments
Precision TNC
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Attenuators
Step Attenuators - Thumbwheel Type
Thumbwheel- Panel Mount - 0 to 69 dB in 1 dB Steps
Specifications
Frequency: DC-18.0 GHz
Attenuation Values: 0 -9 dB, 0-60 dB, and 0-69 dB Models available
Attenuation Accuracy:
Switching Repeatability: <0.05 dB
Switching Life: 1,000,000 cycles
VSWR: 1.65 max
Impedance: 50 Ohms
Power: 2 Watts average
Connectors: SMA, 7mm, or N Female* with Passivated Stainless Steel Finish