Mini-Circuits-KAT-3-

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MICROWAVE PRECISION  
Fixed Attenuator  
K
A
T
–
3+  
50Ω 2W 3dB DC
 
to 43.5 GHz  
THE BIG DEAL  
y
Super wide bandwidth, DC-43.5 GHz  
y
High Power Handling, 2W  
y
Small package, 2×2 MCLP™  
y
Excellent VSWR, 1.2:1 typ.  
Generic photo used for illustration purposes only  
CASE STYLE: MC1630-1  
APPLIC
A
T
IONS  
y
5G  
y
T
e
st and Measurement  
y
Radar  
y
Communication  
y
Defense  
PRODUCT OVERVIEW  
K
A
T
–
3+ is an absorptive fixed attenuator fabricated using highly reliable and repeatable GaAs MMIC IPD process. The model  
operates from DC to 43.5GHz. It achieves outstanding attenuation accuracy and flatness while maintains excellent VSWR  
throughout the entire band. The model can also handle input power up to 2W, which makes this model an ideal choice for a  
wide range of applications.  
KEY FE
A
T
URES  
Feature  
Advantages  
Supports a wide array of applications including 5G, wireless infrastructure, microwave communications,  
satellite, defense and aerospace, medical broadband and optic applications.  
Wideband operation, From DC to 43.5 GHz  
Small Size and simple to use  
(2 mm x 2 mm)  
As a single chip solution, the KAT series occupies less board space than a lumped element approach, minimizes  
component count and ensures repeatable performance over wide frequency range.  
Wide range of nominal attenuation values  
(0,1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10,12,15,20 & 30)  
Small increment offering enables circuit designer to change attenuation values without motherboard redesign  
making the KAT series ideal for select at test application.  
Low Inductance, repeatable transitions, excellent thermal path make the KAT series an ideal solution as an  
alternative to “do it yourself” lumped element-based approach.  
MCLP

TM

Package  
* IPD – Integraded Passive Device.  
RE
V
. B  
ECO-014625  
K
A
T
–
3+  
MCL NY  
220818  

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MICROWAVE PRECISION  
Fixed Attenuator  
K
A
T
–
3+  
50Ω 2W 3dB DC
 
to 43.5 GHz  
ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS

1

AT 25°C, 50Ω , UNLESS NOTED OTHERWISE  
Parameter  
Condition (GHz)  
Min.  
DC  
2.6  
2.6  
2.5  
2.6  
—
Typ.  
—
Max.  
43.5  
3.3  
3.3  
3.7  
4.0  
—
Unit  
Frequency Range  
GHz  
0.01 – 5  
5 – 10  
2.9  
2.9  
10 – 20  
20 – 30  
30 – 40  
40 – 43.5  
0.01 – 5  
5 – 10  
3.0  
Attenuation  
dB  
3.2  
3.1  
—
2.8  
—
1.12  
1.15  
1.20  
1.35  
1.40  
1.62  
1.4  
1.5  
1.9  
—
—
10 – 20  
20 – 30  
30 – 40  
40 – 43.5  
—
VSWR  
:1  
—
—
—
—
—
1.
T
e
sted on Mini-Circuits test board TB-934-3C+. See Characterization
/
A
pplication Circuit in Fig. 1  
MAXIMUM RATINGS

2  

Parameter  
Operating Case
 
Temperature

3  

Storage Temperature  
RF Input Power  
Ratings  
-40°C to 85°C  
-65°C to 150°C  
2W

3  

2. Permanent damage may occur if any of these limits are exceeded.  
3. Power rating derated to 1W at 85°C  

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MICROWAVE PRECISION  
Fixed Attenuator  
K
A
T
–
3+  
50Ω 2W 3dB DC
 
to 43.5 GHz  
PAD DESCRIPTION  
TOP VIEW  
Function  
RF-IN  
Pad Number  
Description  
RF input pad  
RF output pad  
Ground  
GND  
1
2
3
6
5
GND  
2
RF-IN  
RF-OUT  
RF-OUT  
GND  
5
1,3,4,6 & Paddle  
GND  
4
GND  
CHARACTERIZATION TEST CIRCUIT  
Fig 1. Block diagram of
T
e
st Circuit used for characterization,
T
e
st board TB-934-3C+  
Conditions: Attenuation, VSWR: Pin=0 dBm  
1
2
3
6
5
4
RF-OUT  
DUT  
RF-IN  
PRODUCT MARKING  
black body  
index over pad 1  
KT03  
model family designation  
Marking may contain other features or characters for internal lot control  

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MICROWAVE PRECISION  
Fixed Attenuator  
K
A
T
–
3+  
50Ω 2W 3dB DC
 
to 43.5 GHz  
TYPICAL PERFORMANCE DATA AT 25°C  
Frequency  
(GHz)  
Attenuation  
(dB)  
VSWR  
(:1)  
0.01  
0.5  
2.93  
2.95  
2.95  
2.93  
2.93  
3.00  
2.79  
2.85  
2.87  
2.86  
3.14  
2.97  
2.93  
3.10  
3.40  
1.14  
1.12  
1.12  
1.16  
1.24  
1.33  
1.22  
1.16  
1.34  
1.22  
1.59  
1.40  
1.23  
1.85  
1.96  
1.0  
3.0  
5.0  
7.0  
10.0  
12.0  
15.0  
20.0  
25.0  
30.0  
35.0  
40.0  
43.5  
KAT-3+  
VSWR  
KAT-3+  
ATTENUATION  
2.0  
4.0  
3.5  
3.0  
2.5  
2.0  
1.8  
1.6  
1.4  
1.2  
1.0  
0
5
10  
15  
20  
25  
30  
35  
40  
45  
0
5
10  
15  
20  
25  
30  
35  
40  
45  
FREQUENCY (GHz)  
FREQUENCY (GHz)  

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MICROWAVE PRECISION  
Fixed Attenuator  
K
A
T
–
3+  
50Ω Up
 
to 2W
 
DC to 43.5 GHz  
ADDITIONAL DE
T
A
ILED TECHNICAL INFORMATION IS AVAILABLE ON OUR DASH BOARD. TO AC

Data Table  
Performance Data  
Swept Graphs  
Case Style  
MC1630-1 Plastic package, Terminal finish: Matte Tin  
Tape & Reel  
F66  
Standard quantities available on reel  
Suggested Layout for PCB Design  
Evaluation Board  
7” reels with 20, 50, 100, 200, 500, 1K, 2K devices.  
PL-586  
TB-934-3C+  
ENV08T1  
Environmental Ratings  
ESD R
A
T
ING  
Human Body Model (HBM): Class 2 (Pass 2000V) per ANSI/ESD STM 5.1 – 2001  
NOTES  
A. Performance
 
and quality attributes and conditions not expressly stated in this specification document are intended to be excluded and do not form a part of this specification document.  
B. Electrical
 
specifications and performance data contained in this specification document are based on Mini-Circuit’s applicable established test performance criteria and measurement instructions.  
C. The
 
parts covered by this specification document are subject to Mini-Circuits standard limited warranty and terms and conditions (collectively, “Standard
T
e
rms”); Purchasers of this part are entitled to the rights  

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