Precision Fixed Attenuator
50Ω
5W
15dB
-55°C to 100°C
-55°C to 100°C**
Coaxial
BW-N15W5+
DC to 18000 MHz
Features
• DC to 18000 MHz
• precise attenuation
• excellent VSWR, 1.20 typ
• stainless steel N male and female connectors
CASE STYLE: DC736
Model
Price
Qty.
BW-N15W5+ $54.95 ea. (1-49)
+RoHS Compliant
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for RoHS Compliance methodologies and qualifications
Maximum Ratings
Operating Temperature
Storage Temperature
**With mated connectors. Unmated, 85°C max.
Permanent damage may occur if any of these limits are exceeded.
Connectors
N-Female N-Male
Applications
Outline Drawing
• matching
• instrumentation
• test set-ups
Electrical Specifications
FREQ.
RANGE
(MHz)
ATTENUATION
1
(dB)
DC-4
GHz
Max.
1.20
VSWR
2
(:1)
4-8
GHz
Max.
1.25
f
L-
-f
U
DC-18000
Nom.
15
ACCURACY
±0.60
8-12.4
GHz
Max.
1.30
MAX.
INPUT
POWER
3
(W)
5
Outline Dimensions (
inch
)
mm
B
.61
15.49
D
1.90
48.26
E
.812
20.62
wt
grams
49.7
1. At 25°C, accuracy includes frequency and power variations. Temperature coefficient for attenuation: .0004dB/dB/°C typ.
2. VSWR from 12.4 to 18 GHz, 1.6:1 typ.
3. Average power at 25°C ambient, derate linearly to 2W at 100°C. Peak Power 125W max. 5µsec. pulse width, 100 Hz PRF.
Typical Performance Data
Frequency
(MHz)
100
2000
4000
6000
8000
10000
12000
14000
16000
18000
Attenuation
(dB)
14.79
14.86
14.89
14.93
14.96
14.99
15.07
15.08
15.21
15.32
VSWR
(:1)
1.01
1.01
1.02
1.07
1.07
1.10
1.08
1.10
1.13
1.08
Electrical Schematic
R2
ATTENUATION (dB)
BW-N15W5+
ATTENUATION
15.4
1.25
1.20
VSWR
1.15
1.10
1.05
1.00
0
3000
6000 9000 12000 15000 18000
FREQUENCY (MHz)
0
3000
6000 9000 12000 15000 18000
FREQUENCY (MHz)
BW-N15W5+
VSWR
MALE
R1
R3
FEMALE
15.3
15.2
15.1
15.0
14.9
14.8
14.7
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 Terms”); Purchasers of this part are entitled
to the rights and benefits contained therein. For a full statement of the Standard Terms and the exclusive rights and remedies thereunder, please visit Mini-Circuits’ website at www.minicircuits.com/MCLStore/terms.jsp
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