Overview
The HMC657LP2ETR is a wideband fixed attenuator produced by Analog Devices Inc. This component is part of the HMC657LP2E series, which includes 50 Ohm matched surface mount technology (SMT) attenuators. The HMC657LP2ETR offers a fixed attenuation value of 15 dB and is designed for wideband applications from DC to 25 GHz. It is ideal for use in various fields such as fiber optics, microwave radio, military and space, test and measurement, and scientific instruments.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Attenuation Value | 15 | dB |
| Frequency Range | DC - 25 | GHz |
| Impedance | 50 | Ohms |
| Return Loss (Min.) | 7 | dB |
| Return Loss (Typ.) | 14 | dB |
| Attenuation Tolerance | ±2.0 | dB |
| Temperature Coefficient (Typical) | 0.0006 | dB/°C |
| RF Input Power (CW) | +25 | dBm |
| Operating Temperature | -40 to +85 | °C |
| Storage Temperature | -65 to +150 | °C |
| Package Type | 6-TDFN Exposed Pad |
Key Features
- Wideband operation from DC to 25 GHz
- Fixed attenuation value of 15 dB
- Excellent attenuation accuracy and flatness across the frequency range
- High return loss, typically 14 dB
- Low temperature coefficient of 0.0006 dB/°C
- High power handling capability of up to +25 dBm
- Compatible with high volume surface mount manufacturing techniques
- RoHS-compliant and low stress injection molded plastic package
Applications
- Fiber Optics
- Microwave Radio
- Military and Space
- Test and Measurement
- Scientific Instruments
- RF / Microwave Circuit Prototyping
Q & A
- What is the attenuation value of the HMC657LP2ETR? The attenuation value is 15 dB.
- What is the frequency range of the HMC657LP2ETR? The frequency range is from DC to 25 GHz.
- What is the impedance of the HMC657LP2ETR? The impedance is 50 Ohms.
- What is the typical return loss of the HMC657LP2ETR? The typical return loss is 14 dB.
- What is the maximum RF input power the HMC657LP2ETR can handle? The maximum RF input power is +25 dBm.
- What is the operating temperature range of the HMC657LP2ETR? The operating temperature range is -40 to +85 °C.
- Is the HMC657LP2ETR RoHS-compliant? Yes, the HMC657LP2ETR is RoHS-compliant.
- What type of package does the HMC657LP2ETR come in? The HMC657LP2ETR comes in a 6-TDFN Exposed Pad package.
- What are the typical applications of the HMC657LP2ETR? Typical applications include fiber optics, microwave radio, military and space, test and measurement, scientific instruments, and RF / microwave circuit prototyping.
- How should the ground leads and exposed paddle of the HMC657LP2ETR be connected? The ground leads and exposed paddle should be connected directly to the ground plane.
