The PAT-3+ is a 50Ω fixed attenuator from Mini-Circuits, designed to reduce signal power by a precise amount over a broad frequency range. It is a surface-mount component, making it suitable for automated assembly and high-density circuit layouts. This attenuator exhibits excellent attenuation flatness and VSWR, ensuring minimal signal distortion and impedance mismatch.
Applications:
- Test and measurement equipment
- Communication systems
- Radar systems
- Satellite communication
- Signal conditioning circuits
- RF power leveling
- Receiver protection
Features:
- 3 dB nominal attenuation
- DC to 6000 MHz frequency range
- Excellent attenuation flatness
- Good VSWR (Voltage Standing Wave Ratio)
- Surface-mount package
- 50Ω impedance
- Precise and stable attenuation value
Benefits:
- Reduces signal power to prevent overloading sensitive components
- Improves signal-to-noise ratio by attenuating unwanted signals
- Provides a stable and predictable attenuation level across a wide frequency range
- Minimizes signal reflections and impedance mismatch, ensuring optimal signal transfer
- Simplifies circuit design with its surface-mount package
- Enhances the accuracy and reliability of measurement systems
Additional Details:
The PAT-3+ attenuator is constructed using thin-film resistor technology on a ceramic substrate. This provides excellent stability and reliability over temperature and time. It is designed to meet stringent environmental standards and is suitable for use in a variety of applications.
Specifications:
- Attenuation: 3 dB Nominal
- Frequency Range: DC to 6000 MHz
- Impedance: 50 Ohms
- VSWR: Typically 1.2:1
- Power Handling: Up to 2 Watts
- Operating Temperature: -55°C to +100°C
- Package Style: Surface Mount
