5dB 5W RF Fixed Attenuator N M/F 3GHz

Description

The 5dB 5W RF Fixed Attenuator is a high-performance passive component designed to reduce the power of an RF signal by exactly 5dB. With a 5-Watt power handling capacity, it is robust enough to manage moderate power loads from transmitters and amplifiers, making it ideal for applications that exceed the limits of standard low-power units. This model is optimized for a wide frequency spectrum from DC to 3GHz, ensuring full compatibility with VHF, UHF, GPS, and standard telecommunications bands.

The attenuator features an N-Type Male to N-Type Female inline configuration, utilizing a threaded coupling mechanism for a secure, low-loss, and vibration-resistant connection. It is constructed using high-reliability resistive elements that provide excellent frequency flatness and a low Voltage Standing Wave Ratio (VSWR). The housing is manufactured from nickel-plated brass or anodized aluminum, designed to efficiently dissipate thermal energy and ensure consistent attenuation accuracy even during continuous operation at its maximum power rating.

Key Technical Advantages

• Precise 5dB Reduction: Delivers a reliable signal reduction, making it an essential tool for balancing signal strength and protecting sensitive receiver front-ends from saturation.

• Broad 3GHz Bandwidth: Provides a versatile solution for a wide range of wireless technologies, maintaining high accuracy from DC through the 3GHz spectrum.

• Enhanced 5W Power Rating: Specifically engineered to handle moderate power levels with a thermal design that prevents the attenuation drift common in lower-rated components.

• Excellent Impedance Matching: Often used as a “pad” to improve the VSWR between two mismatched components, minimizing signal reflections and protecting upstream sources.

• Ruggedized Construction: Features high-quality N-Type connectors designed for a secure connection and long-term reliability in both field and laboratory environments.

Key Features

• Interface Type: N-Type Male (Plug) to N-Type Female (Jack).

• Attenuation Value: 5dB (Fixed).

• Power Rating: 5 Watts (Continuous).

• Frequency Range: DC – 3.0 GHz.

• Impedance: 50 Ohm (Standard).

• Construction: Nickel-Plated Brass or Anodized Aluminum with PTFE dielectric.

• Common Application: Signal leveling in wireless systems, laboratory measurements, inter-stage isolation in RF chains, and protection of sensitive test ports.

Technical Summary