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MTVA Series Temperature Variable Attenuators

MTVA Series Temperature Variable Attenuators
  • Frequency Range from DC to 18 GHz 
  • Attenuation Values from 1 to 10dB 
  • Wire Bondable Connections Available 
  • Negative & Positive Coefficients of Attenuation Available
  • Tape and Reel Packaging Available 
  • Space Qualified 
  • Impedance 50 Ohms 
  • RoHS Compliant Option Available

Smiths Interconnect|EMC's MTVA Thermopads® are microwave absorptive attenuators which offer a smaller physical size with increased frequency range. The series operates DC to 18 GHz. The MTVA version of the Thermopad® also offers wire bondable terminals for use with alternative high frequency attachment methods and space applications. This product is available with various metallization styles and plating options including RoHS compliant lead free silver over nickel plating, 60/40 low temperature solder plating or 60/40 solder fused finish for easy reflow processing.

 MTVA Series Temperature Variable Attenuators
 Package Style
 PlanarSingle Edge WrapTriple Edge WrapWire-Bondable
Operating FrequencyDC - 18.0 GHzDC - 12.4 GHzDC - 12.4 GHzDC - 12.4 GHz
Impedance50 Ω
VSWR, Typical1.30
Power Handling100 mW
Operating Temperature-55ºC to 150ºC
Size1.52 mm x 1.91 mm
Footprint CompatibilityTS05 Series 
SubstrateAlumina
Resistive MaterialThick Film
Terminal MaterialThick Film
Terminal Finish (Link to Data Sheet)Solder PlatedSolder PlatedSolder PlatedWire-Bondable Gold
Silver / NickelSilver / NickelSilver / Nickel
Solder FusedSolder FusedSolder Fused
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