Space Attenuators

SV Microwave has developed a line of Select on Test Space Attenuators that are designed to fine tune the RF power levels of microwave circuits in satellites. This product line features SMP Male-to-Male and Male-to-Female configurations that are rated to work through 40 GHz at a variety of attenuation values.

Features / Benefits & Applications
Technical Specs

Features / Benefits:

1, 3, 6, and 10 dB attenuator values are available off the shelf
½ dB increments from 0- 10 dB can be made to order
Higher vibration and shock level tolerances
SMP interface offers smaller diameter and lightweight option to threaded connectorized attenuators
DC - 40GHz

Applications:

Space payload
LEO, MEO and GEO Satellites

The specifications below are typical for the connector series, but may not apply to this particular part. Please see the datasheet for full specifications.

SMP

Impedance (Ω)	50
Frequency GHz	40 GHz
Shielding Effectiveness	≥ -80 dB DC - 3 GHz ≥ -65 dB 3 - 26.5 GHz
Mating Cycles - SB	1000
Mating Cycles - LD	500
Mating Cycles - FD	100
Insertion Force - SB	3.0 lbs
Insertion Force - LD	5.0 lbs
Insertion Force - FD	7.0 lbs
Withdrawal Force - SB	0.5 lbs
Withdrawal Force - LD	7.0 lbs
Withdrawal Force - FD	9.0 lbs
Axial Misalignment	.010” Max
Radial Misalignment	3° Max
Temperature Rating	-65°C to +165°C
Corrosion (salt spray)	MIL-STD-202, Method 101, Condition B
Vibration	MIL-STD-202, Method 204, Condition D
Shock	MIL-STD-202, Method 213, Condition I
Thermal Shock	MIL-STD-202, Method 107, Condition B
Moisture Resistance	MIL-STD-202, Method 106, Less Step 7B
Barometric Pressure (Altitude)	MIL-STD-202, Method 105, Condition C, 70k Ft.