Description

This RF attenuator is designed to reduce signal strength by 20 decibels (dB)—cutting the power to 1/100th of its original level—across a frequency range of DC to 3 GHz. With a 50 Watt power rating, it’s ideal for high-power RF systems where substantial attenuation is needed without compromising impedance matching or thermal stability. 📐 Key Specifications - Attenuation: 20 dB (99% power reduction) - Power Handling: 50 Watts continuous wave (CW) - Frequency Range: DC to 3 GHz - Connector Type: N-type, male-to-female - Impedance: 50 ohms - VSWR: Typically ≤ 1.15:1, ensuring excellent impedance matching - Return Loss: Better than 20 dB - Construction: - Body: Black anodized aluminum or stainless steel - Contacts: Gold-plated beryllium copper - Cooling: Integrated heatsink for passive thermal dissipation - Operating Temp: -55°C to +125°C - Configuration: Usually bidirectional, but check model specifics 🧰 Applications - High-Power RF Testing: Protects analyzers and receivers from overload - Signal Conditioning: Reduces signal levels to meet system specs - Impedance Matching: Maintains system balance in complex RF chains - Radar, Defense & Broadcast: Ideal for systems requiring precise, high-power signal control