Overview
The HMC658LP2E is a wideband fixed attenuator produced by Analog Devices Inc., formerly part of Hittite Microwave Corporation. This component is designed to provide precise attenuation levels across a broad frequency range, making it ideal for various high-frequency applications. The HMC658LP2E is part of a family of attenuators that include the HMC656LP2E and HMC657LP2E, offering attenuation levels of 10, 15, and 20 dB, respectively.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Attenuator Value | 20 | dB |
| Return Loss (Min.) | 7 | dB |
| Return Loss (Typ.) | 12 | dB |
| Attenuation Tolerance | ±2.0 | dB |
| Temperature Coefficient (Typical) | 0.0004 | dB/°C |
| RF Input Power (CW) | +25 | dBm |
| DC Voltage Terminated | 4.8 | V |
| DC Voltage Open | 4.9 | V |
| Storage Temperature | -65 to +150 | °C |
| Operating Temperature | -40 to +85 | °C |
| ESD Sensitivity | Class 1B | |
| Package | 6-Lead 2x2mm SMT | |
| Package Material | Low Stress Injection Molded Plastic | |
| Lead Finish | 100% matte Sn | |
| MSL Rating | MSL1 |
Key Features
- Wide bandwidth: DC to 25 GHz
- Fixed attenuation levels: 20 dB
- Excellent attenuation accuracy and flatness
- High power handling: up to +25 dBm
- 50 Ohm matched, suitable for microstrip and hybrid circuits
- Compact 6-lead 2x2mm SMT package
- RoHS-compliant and compatible with high-volume surface mount manufacturing
Applications
- Fiber Optics
- Microwave Radio
- Military & Space Hybrids
- Test & Measurement
- Scientific Instruments
- RF / Microwave Circuit Prototyping
Q & A
- What is the attenuation value of the HMC658LP2E?
The HMC658LP2E has an attenuation value of 20 dB. - What is the frequency range of the HMC658LP2E?
The HMC658LP2E operates from DC to 25 GHz. - What is the maximum RF input power the HMC658LP2E can handle?
The HMC658LP2E can handle up to +25 dBm of RF input power. - What is the operating temperature range of the HMC658LP2E?
The operating temperature range is -40 to +85 °C. - Is the HMC658LP2E RoHS-compliant?
Yes, the HMC658LP2E is RoHS-compliant. - What is the package type of the HMC658LP2E?
The HMC658LP2E comes in a 6-lead 2x2mm SMT package. - What are the typical applications of the HMC658LP2E?
The HMC658LP2E is ideal for fiber optics, microwave radio, military & space hybrids, test & measurement, scientific instruments, and RF/microwave circuit prototyping. - What is the storage temperature range for the HMC658LP2E?
The storage temperature range is -65 to +150 °C. - What is the ESD sensitivity class of the HMC658LP2E?
The HMC658LP2E has an ESD sensitivity class of 1B. - What is the lead finish of the HMC658LP2E package?
The lead finish is 100% matte Sn.
