Description

Here’s a detailed description of a 20 dB, 5 Watt, 6 GHz N-type attenuator, Sunny: 🔧 Overview This RF attenuator delivers 20 decibels (dB) of fixed attenuation—reducing signal power by a factor of 100—across a frequency range of DC to 6 GHz. With a 5 Watt power rating, it’s ideal for moderate-to-high power RF systems where significant signal reduction is needed without compromising impedance matching or signal integrity. 📐 Key Specifications - Attenuation: 20 dB (99% power reduction) - Power Handling: 5 Watts continuous wave (CW) - Frequency Range: DC to 6 GHz - Connector Type: N-type, male-to-female - Impedance: 50 ohms - VSWR: Typically ≤ 1.25:1 (some models as low as 1.2:1) - Return Loss: Often better than 20 dB - Construction: - Body: Brass or stainless steel (passivated) - Contacts: Beryllium copper, gold-plated - Size: ~2.25 in length, ~0.83 in diameter - Operating Temp: Commonly -55°C to +125°C 🧰 Applications - High-Attenuation Testing: Protects sensitive instruments from high-power signals - Signal Isolation: Reduces interference and crosstalk in dense RF environments - Impedance Matching: Maintains system balance in complex RF chains - Telecom, Radar & Defense: Used in systems requiring precise signal control at high frequencies