MAAVSS0008
Voltage Variable Absorptive Attenuator
30 dB, 0.5 - 2.0 GHz
Rev. V3
Functional Schematic 3,4,5
Features
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Single Positive Voltage Control: 0 to +5 Volts
30 dB Voltage Variable Attenuation
± 2 dB Linearity from BSL
Low DC Power Consumption
Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C
Fast Switching Speed
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Lead-Free SOIC-8 Package
100% Matte Tin Plating over Copper
Halogen-Free “Green” Mold Compound
260°C Reflow Compatible
RoHS* Compliant Version of AT-110-2
Description
M/A-COM’s MAAVSS0008 is a GaAs MMIC voltage
variable absorptive attenuator in a lead-free SOIC-8
surface mount plastic package. The MAAVSS0008
is ideally suited for use where linear attenuation fine
tuning and very low power consumption are
required.
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3. VCC = +5 VDC ± 0.5 VDC @ 300 µA maximum.
4. VC = 0 VDC to +5 VDC @ 6.6 mA maximum.
5. External DC blocking capacitors are required on all RF ports.
Typical applications include radio, cellular, GPS
equipment and automatic gain/level control circuits.
Pin Configuration
The MAAVSS0008 is fabricated with a monolithic
GaAs MMIC using a mature 1-micron process. The
process features full chip passivation for increased
performance and reliability.
Pin No.
Function
Ground
Ground
RF Port
VCC
Pin No.
Function
VC
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Ground
RF Port
Ground
Ordering Information 1,2
Part Number
MAAVSS0008
Package
Absolute Maximum Ratings 6,7
Bulk Packaging
1000 piece reel
Sample Board
Parameter
Input Power
Absolute Maximum
+21 dBm
MAAVSS0008TR
MAAVSS0008SMB
Supply Voltage VCC
Control Voltage VC
Operating Temperature
Storage Temperature
-1 V < VCC < +8 V
-1 V < VC < VCC + 0.5 V
-40°C to +85°C
1. Reference Application Note M513 for reel size information.
2. All sample boards include 5 loose parts.
-65°C to +150°C
6. Exceeding any one or combination of these limits may cause
permanent damage to this device.
7. M/A-COM does not recommend sustained operation near
these survivability limits.
* Restrictions on Hazardous Substances, European Directive 2002/95/EC.
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