The Mini-Circuits SAT-10 is a coaxial fixed attenuator engineered for signal power reduction across RF and microwave systems. Delivering 10 dB nominal attenuation with 50 Ohm characteristic impedance, this device provides precise signal level control and component protection in demanding test and measurement environments.
Technical Specifications
• Attenuation: 10 dB (nominal)
• Frequency Range: DC to 1500 MHz; DC to 500 MHz; 100 MHz to 500 MHz
• Characteristic Impedance: 50 Ohms
• Attenuation Flatness: ±0.8 dB over 100–500 MHz (variation over band divided by 2)
• VSWR: 1.1:1 (typical)
• DC Resistance (input/output): 0.1 Ω (typical)
• Operating Temperature: −45 °C to +100 °C
• Storage Temperature: −55 °C to +100 °C
• DC Current Handling: High
• Construction: Rugged unibody, DC passing
• Connectors: SMA (SAT-10DC-3A+ configuration)
– Key Features
• Minimal VSWR performance ensures minimal signal reflections and impedance mismatch losses
• Flat attenuation response across the operating band minimizes frequency-dependent insertion loss variation
• Low DC resistance enables high DC current operation
• Wide operating and storage temperature range supports field and laboratory deployments
• Unibody construction delivers mechanical stability under thermal cycling and vibration
– Typical Applications
• Signal level adjustment in RF test systems
• Impedance matching and transmission line termination
• Protection of sensitive RF and microwave components from excessive signal levels
• Bench and automated test equipment configurations
– Compatibility & Integration
The SAT-10 integrates into 50 Ohm RF systems via SMA connectors. DC-passing design permits simultaneous RF signal and DC bias delivery through the same transmission path, simplifying circuit topologies that require bias injection or monitoring.
