Product Description
Daico DAT61996 GaAs 6-Section Digital Attenuator – DC to 2000 MHz, 1dB LSB, 63dB Range, TTL Control, 24-Pin DIP
This used Daico DAT61996 is a high-performance GaAs 6-section digital attenuator designed for precision signal level control in RF and microwave applications. With an impressive 63 dB attenuation range in 1 dB steps, it provides exceptional flexibility for demanding systems .
Daico Industries is a recognized manufacturer of high-reliability RF and microwave components for defense, aerospace, and telecommunications applications. GaAs technology ensures excellent performance up to 2 GHz with low insertion loss and high linearity.
Key Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Daico Industries, Inc. |
| Model | DAT61996 |
| Technology | GaAs (Gallium Arsenide) 6-Section Attenuator |
| Frequency Range | DC – 2000 MHz |
| Attenuation Range | 63 dB total |
| Least Significant Bit (LSB) | 1 dB |
| Insertion Loss | 4.5 dB (typical) |
| Control Interface | TTL |
| Package | 24-Pin DIP (Dual Inline Package) |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C to 85°C |
| Applications | RF signal conditioning, automatic gain control, test equipment |
Features & Benefits
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63 dB Dynamic Range: Provides exceptional flexibility for signal level control in demanding applications
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1 dB LSB Steps: Fine resolution enables precise attenuation setting
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DC-2000 MHz Coverage: Broad frequency range covers HF, VHF, UHF, and lower microwave bands
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GaAs Technology: Superior linearity and high-frequency performance compared to silicon-based alternatives
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TTL Control: Simple integration with digital control systems
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24-Pin DIP Package: Convenient for prototyping and through-hole PCB assembly
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Wide Operating Temperature: -40°C to 85°C range suitable for industrial and military environments
Applications
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Automatic Gain Control (AGC) : Maintaining consistent signal levels in receivers
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Test Equipment: Programmable attenuation for calibration and measurement systems
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Communication Systems: Signal leveling in base stations and transceivers
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Radar Systems: Gain control in receiver chains
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Software-Defined Radio (SDR) : Digital control of signal levels
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ATE Systems: Automated test equipment requiring programmable attenuation
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Laboratory Experiments: General-purpose RF signal conditioning
Condition
SOLD AS IS
USED – PULLED FROM SURPLUS EQUIPMENT
FUNCTIONALITY NOT TESTED – TTL CONTROL AND RF PERFORMANCE UNVERIFIED
NO DATASHEET INCLUDED (available online from Daico)
NO SOCKET OR MOUNTING HARDWARE INCLUDED
PICTURE MAY NOT MATCH PRODUCT
| Weight | 1.1 lbs |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 9 × 6 × 1 in |
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