MAAVSS0001 2.25 V Voltage Variable Absorptive Attenuator, 42 dB Rev. V3 1.8 - 2.5 GHz Features Functional Schematic Single Positive Voltage Control, 0 to +2.25 Volts 55 44 42 dB Typical Attenuation Range at 2.4 GHz VV VV CCCC CCTTLL Low DC Power Consumption Lead-Free SOT-25 Package 100% Matte Tin Plating over Copper Halogen-Free Green Mold Compound 260C Reflow Compatible RoHS* Compliant Version of AT-119 Description M/A-COMs MAAVSS0001 is a GaAs MMIC voltage variable absorptive attenuator in a lead-free SOT-25 surface mount plastic package. M/A-COM fabricates the MAAVSS0001 with a proven 11 22 33 monolithic GaAs 0.5 micron gate process that RFRF GNGNDD RFRF features full chip passivation for performance and reliability. 100pF100pF 100pF100pF Applications The MAAVSS0001 is ideally suited for applications that require fine tuning, linear attenuation with Pin Configuration voltage, and very low power consumption. Pin Function Description Typical applications for the MAAVSS0001 include 1 RF RF (input / output) automatic gain control circuits in satellite radio 2 GND Ground receivers and other wireless receivers. 3 RF RF (input / output) 1 4 V Control Voltage CTL Ordering Information 5 V DC Supply Voltage CC Part Number Package MAAVSS0001 Bulk Packaging 2,3 Absolute Maximum Ratings MAAVSS0001TR-3000 3000 piece reel T = +25C (unless otherwise specified) A Sample Test Board MAAVSS0001SMB Parameter Absolute Maximum (Includes 5 Samples) Input Power +21 dBm 1. Reference Application Note M513 for reel size information. Supply Voltage V CC -1 V V +8 V CC Control Voltage V -1 V V V +0.5 V CTL CTL CC Operating Temperature -40C to +85C Storage Temperature -65C to +150C 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. * Restrictions on Hazardous Substances, European Union Directive 2002/95/EC. 11 1 M/A-COM Technology Solutions Inc. (MACOM) and its affiliates reserve the right to make changes to the product(s) or information contained herein without notice. Visit www.macom.com for additional data sheets and product information. For further information and support please visit: MAAVSS0001 2.25 V Voltage Variable Absorptive Attenuator, 42 dB Rev. V3 1.8 - 2.5 GHz Electrical Specifications: T = 25C, Frequency = 2.4 GHz, V = 3.3 V, Z = 50 A CC 0 4,5 Parameter Test Conditions Units Min. Typ. Max. Insertion Loss V = 2.25 V dB 2.4 3.2 CTL Maximum Attenuation V = 0.5 V dB 37 42 CTL Attenuation Slope 0.75 V < V < 1.75 V dB/V 24 CTL 0.0 V < V < 0.75 V dB 6 CTL Return Loss 0.75 V < V < 1.75 V dB 10 CTL 1.75 V < V < 2.25 V dB 14 CTL Input Power for 1dB Change in Attenuation 0.75 V < V < 2.25 V dBm 10 CTL Input 3rd Order Intercept Point 0.75 V < V < 2.25 V dBm 15 CTL Switching Speed 50% V to 10% / 90% RF nS 100 CTL Transients V = 3 V, In-Band mV 10 CTL 4. External DC blocking capacitors are required on all RF ports. 5. VCC = +3.3 V 50 A typical. VCTL = 0 V to +2.25 V 50 A typical. Application Schematic Handling Procedures Please observe the following precautions to avoid VV VV CCCC CCTLTL damage: 1100 00 pFpF Static Sensitivity RRFF IINN// Gallium Arsenide Integrated Circuits are sensitive 2220 20 pFpF OUOUTT to electrostatic discharge (ESD) and can be damaged by static electricity. Proper ESD control techniques should be used when handling these 1100 00 pFpF devices. RRFF IINN// OUOUTT 115 pF5 pF 22 2 M/A-COM Technology Solutions Inc. (MACOM) and its affiliates reserve the right to make changes to the product(s) or information contained herein without notice. Visit www.macom.com for additional data sheets and product information. For further information and support please visit: