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Applications For 26 GHz Attenuators & 26 GHz Terminations
At 26 GHz, there is substantial atmospheric absorption and much higher free space loss than at sub-6 GHz frequencies. Moreover, the interconnect such as 26 GHz attenuators and 26 GHz terminations, to drive a 26 GHz system intrinsically must be more compact than lower frequency interconnect, meaning that the power handling and loss of interconnect suitable for 26 GHz is greater than that of lower...
The Basics of Fixed RF Attenuators
RF circuits useful for lowering signal amplitude by absorbing a fixed amount of RF energy are called fixed RF attenuators. These devices are also used for dissipating excess signal energy, enhancing impedance matching between two components/devices by lowering the standing waves created by impedance mismatch, and as part of more complex electronic protection for sensitive components. The main...