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8 Bit Relay Controlled Programmable Attenuator, 127 dB
Up to 1,000 MHz, 75 Ohm, 1 dB Steps, +12V, F Female
TECHNICAL DATA SHEET PE70A8004
The PE70A8004 is a 7 Bit Relay Programmable Attenuator which operates over the frequency range of DC to 1000 MHz.
The 75 ohm design has an attenuation range that covers 0 to 127 dB in 1 dB steps. Attenuation steps are 1, 2, 3, 8, 16, 32,
and 64 dB. Insertion loss is 2.5 dB typical with a maximum RF input power 1 Watt average. Additional typical performance
includes +/- 0.5 dB attenuation accuracy and switching speed of 6 milliseconds. The DC supply is +12 Vdc @ 30 mA per relay
(7 relay solder terminals 1 GND solder terminal). The compact and rugged package design supports F female RF input/output
connectors and DC connector solder terminals. Operational termperature is -20°C to +85°C.
Features
• 7 Bit Relay Programmable Attenuator • Insertion Loss 2.5 dB max
• DC to 1000 MHz Frequency Range • F Female
• 0-127 dB Attenuation Range • 8 Solder Terminals
• Step Resolution of 0.5 dB • CMOS control
Applications
• Electronic Warfare • VSAT • Space Systems
• Electronic Countermeasures • Radar • Test Instrumentation
• Microwave Radio • Fiber Optic • Telecom Infrastructure
Electrical Specifications (Values at 25°C, sea level)
Description Minimum Typical Maximum Units
Frequency Range DC 1,000 MHz
Mean Attenuation Range 0 127 dB
Insertion Loss 2.5 dB
Input VSWR 1.5:1
Power Rating +30 dBm
Accuracy of Attenuation 0.5 dB
or 2% whichever is greater
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Step Size 1 dB
Switching Time 6 ms
DC Power Supply @ 30 mA 12 Volts
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Electrical Specification Notes:
1, 2, 4, 8, 16, 32, and 64 dB bit Steps
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inventory and certifications: 8 Bit Relay Controlled Programmable Attenuator, 127 dB Up to 1,000 MHz, 75 Ohm, 1 dB
Steps, +12V, F Female PE70A8004
PE70A8004 REV 1.0 1

