RoHS
Compliant
Digital Attenuator, 5-Bit, 15.5 dB
400 - 2500 MHz
MAATSS0017
V2
Features
Functional Schematic
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5 Bits, 0.5 dB Steps
Excellent Accuracy
Single Positive Control (+3 V to +5 V)
Lead-Free QSOP-16 (SSOP-16) Package
100% Matte Tin Plating over Copper
Halogen-Free “Green” Mold Compound
260°C Reflow Compatible
RoHS* Compliant Version of MAATSS0001
Description
M/A-COM’s MAATSS0017 is a 0.5 dB step GaAs
MMIC digital attenuator with 15.5 dB attenuation
range in a lead-free QSOP-16 (SSOP-16) package.
It requires external DC blocking capacitors on the
RF ports, positive supply voltage and five individual
bit control voltages.
Pin Configuration
Pin No.
Function
GND
GND
VC1
Pin No.
Function
RF2
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
GND
The MAATSS0017 is particularly suited where high
attenuation accuracy, low insertion loss and low
GND
VC2
GND
intermodulation products are required.
Typical
VC3
GND
applications include base stations, wireless data,
and wireless local loop gain level control circuits.
VC4
GND
VC5
GND
The MAATSS0017 is fabricated using M/A-COM’s
GaAs 1.0 micron process. The process features full
chip passivation for increased performance and
reliability.
GND
RF1
Recommended Configuration
Ordering Information
Part Number
MAATSS0017
Package
Bulk Packaging
1000 piece reel
Sample Test Board
MAATSS0017TR
MAATSS0017SMB
Note: Reference Application Note M513 for reel size
information.
* Restrictions on Hazardous Substances, European Union Directive 2002/95/EC.
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