MACOM® MA4E20541-1141T

MACOM® MA4E20541-1141T Environmental and export classification status description

The Macom® MA4E20541-1141T is a high-performance integrated GaAs four-bit digital attenuator housed in a lead-free, RoHS-compliant SOT-25 package. It operates from DC to 15 GHz, making it ideal for applications that require high isolation, low insertion loss, and high attenuation accuracy. Functions: - Provides attenuation control in RF and microwave systems - Offers precise and reliable attenuation levels using a digital control interface - Supports applications requiring variable signal levels Applications: - Wireless infrastructure - Point-to-point radios - Test equipment - Military and aerospace systems - Microwave communication systems Alternative Components: - Analog Devices HMC271 - NXP Semiconductors QPC6014 - Mini-Circuits ZX73-2502-S+ Embedded Modules: - Integrated controller for digital control interface - Attenuation control logic for accurate level adjustment - Calibration features for improved performance Related Q&A: 1. Can the Macom MA4E20541-1141T be used in 5G applications? - Yes, the wide frequency range and high performance of this device make it suitable for 5G infrastructure and base station applications. 2. What is the typical insertion loss and attenuation range of this digital attenuator? - The MA4E20541-1141T typically offers low insertion loss and can provide attenuation levels ranging from 0 to 15 dB in 1 dB steps. 3. Are there any evaluation boards or reference designs available for this component? - Macom may offer evaluation boards or reference designs to help customers in testing and integrating the MA4E20541-1141T into their systems efficiently. 4. What are the power handling capabilities of this digital attenuator? - The MA4E20541-1141T is designed to handle moderate power levels commonly found in RF and microwave communication systems. 5. Does the Macom MA4E20541-1141T have temperature compensation features for maintaining attenuation accuracy over a wide temperature range? - This device may incorporate temperature compensation techniques to ensure consistent attenuation levels across varying operating temperatures.