Overview
The LFCN-800+ is a high-reliability electronic component produced by Mini-Circuits, designed for demanding applications that require robust performance and durability. This component is part of Mini-Circuits’ extensive range of hi-rel ceramic packaged devices, which include amplifiers, attenuators, limiters, and mixers. The LFCN-800+ benefits from Mini-Circuits’ advanced packaging platform, utilizing LTCC (Low Temperature Co-fired Ceramic) ceramics and hermetically sealed in a controlled nitrogen atmosphere, ensuring very low parasitics and thermal impedance, as well as a wide operating temperature range and outstanding reliability in extreme environments.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Frequency Range | DC to 800 MHz |
| Passband Frequency | 800 MHz (Nominal, 3 dB loss) |
| Stop Band Frequency | 990 MHz (Typ., > 20 dB loss) |
| VSWR | 1.2:1 |
| Power Input | 20 W |
| Operating Temperature Range | Wide range, specific details available in the datasheet |
| Package Size | Not specified for this model, but typically similar to other Mini-Circuits components (e.g., 3 x 3 x 1.14 mm for some models) |
| Termination Finish | Nickel-palladium-gold (for similar models, exact finish may vary) |
Key Features
- Hermetically sealed in a controlled nitrogen atmosphere with gold-plated covers and eutectic Au-Sn solder.
- Utilizes LTCC ceramics and multilayer distributed circuitry for low parasitics and thermal impedance.
- Wide operating temperature range and high reliability in extreme environments.
- Qualified to meet various reliability standards.
- Advanced packaging platform adaptable to mixed technologies.
Applications
The LFCN-800+ is designed for high-reliability applications, including space, military, and other demanding environments where robust performance and durability are critical. It is suitable for use in systems requiring low noise, high linearity, and stable operation across a wide frequency range.
Q & A
- What is the frequency range of the LFCN-800+? The frequency range of the LFCN-800+ is from DC to 800 MHz.
- What is the passband frequency of the LFCN-800+? The passband frequency is 800 MHz (nominal, 3 dB loss).
- What is the stop band frequency of the LFCN-800+? The stop band frequency is 990 MHz (typical, > 20 dB loss).
- What is the VSWR of the LFCN-800+? The VSWR is 1.2:1.
- What is the maximum power input for the LFCN-800+? The maximum power input is 20 W.
- How is the LFCN-800+ packaged? It is hermetically sealed in a controlled nitrogen atmosphere with gold-plated covers and eutectic Au-Sn solder.
- What materials are used in the packaging of the LFCN-800+? The packaging uses LTCC ceramics and multilayer distributed circuitry.
- What are the typical applications for the LFCN-800+? The LFCN-800+ is used in high-reliability applications such as space, military, and other demanding environments.
- Is the LFCN-800+ qualified to meet reliability standards? Yes, it is qualified to meet various reliability standards.
- What is the operating temperature range of the LFCN-800+? The operating temperature range is wide, but specific details are available in the datasheet.
