MAX19794 Datasheet PDF - Maxim Integrated

●Description

●The MAX19794 dual general-purpose analog voltage variable attenuator (VVA) is designed to interface with 50Ω systems operating in the 10MHz to 500MHz frequency range. This device includes a patented control circuit that provides 22.4dB of attenuation range (per attenuator) with a typical linear control slope of 8dB/V.

●Both attenuators share a common analog control. They can be cascaded together to yield 44.7dB of total attenuation range with a typical combined linear control slope of 16dB/V (5V operation). Alternatively, the on-chip, 4-wire SPI-controlled 10-bit DAC can be used to control both attenuators. In addition, a step-up/down feature allows user-programmable attenuator stepping through command pulses without re-programming the SPI interface.

●The MAX19794 is a monolithic device designed using one of Maxim"s proprietary SiGe BiCMOS processes. The part operates from a single +5V supply or alternatively operates from a single +3.3V supply. It is available in a compact 36-pin TQFN package (6mm x 6mm x 0.8mm) with an exposed pad. Electrical performance is guaranteed over the -40°C to +100°C extended temperature range.