The MLAT-1000A from Micro Lambda Wireless is a Single Channel Programmable Attenuator that operates from 0.01 to 21 GHz. It has an attenuation range from 0 to 31.5 dB with a step size of 0.5 dB. The attenuator can handle an input power of 28 dBm, has an insertion loss of less than 7 dB, and a VSWR of 2.1:1. It requires a DC supply of 5 V and draws 50 mA of current. The attenuator has a switching time of 20 us and can be controlled via USB and SPI interfaces. It consists of an optional amplifier and is available in a module with SMA-female connectors. This attenuator is ideal for test applications.
