Hittite HMC346G8 Voltage-Variable Attenuator Datasheet

HMC346G8 is an absorptive Voltage Variable Attenuator (VVA) from Hittite Microwave, operating from DC to 8 GHz. It features an on-chip reference attenuator for use with an external op-amp to provide simple single voltage attenuation control, 0 to -3V. The device is ideal in designs where an analog DC control signal must control RF signal levels over a 30 dB amplitude range.


Hittite HMC346G8 Voltage-Variable Attenuator Datasheet - cover page
Brand
Hittite
Category
Other Electronics
Document type
Datasheet
Language
English
Pages
6
File format
PDF
File size
262 KB
Published
09 August, 2012
Updated
30 September, 2023
Model
HMC346
MD5 checksum
24165D8BC3D38F94D4C198451B87D354

About this manual

The HMC346G8 is an absorptive Voltage Variable Attenuator (VVA) manufactured by Hittite Microwave Corporation. It operates in an 8-lead glass/metal hermetic surface-mount package from DC to 8 GHz. The device features an on-chip reference attenuator designed for use with an external op-amp to provide simple single voltage attenuation control ranging from 0 to -3V.

What's inside

  • General Description
  • Features
  • Typical Applications
  • Electrical Specifications
  • Switching Characteristics
  • Absolute Maximum Ratings
  • Pin Descriptions
  • Outline Drawing

Specifications

Frequency RangeDC - 8 GHz
Attenuation Range30 dB
Control Voltage Range+1.0 to -5.0 Vdc
Operating Temperature-40 to +85 °C
Package Type8 Lead Hermetic SMT

Frequently asked questions

What is the frequency range of the HMC346G8?

The device operates from DC to 8 GHz.

What is the attenuation range?

The attenuation range is 30 dB.

What is the control voltage range?

The control voltage range is from +1.0 to -5.0 Vdc.

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