Category: Step & Rotary Attenuators
Practical step & rotary attenuators guides with product links, examples and specification checks.
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How to Establish the Zero Reference of a Step Attenuator
Measure the through loss at the zero setting to establish a…
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Rotary Attenuator Repeatability: How to Check It
Repeatability describes how closely repeated selections return to the same measured…
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Why High Attenuation Measurements Can Be Limited by Leakage
At high attenuation, unwanted coupling around the attenuator may become larger…
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Two-Dial Attenuators: Understanding Series and Parallel Product Names
For a two-dial attenuator, use the documented attenuation table to determine…
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Using a Fixed Pad with a Rotary Attenuator
A fixed pad can reduce the power entering a rotary attenuator…
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Why Step Attenuator Accuracy Changes with Frequency
Parasitic capacitance, inductance, connectors and switch paths can make actual attenuation…
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Building a Repeatable RF Level Test Procedure
A repeatable level test records the source, signal format, complete path…
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Manual Step Attenuator Versus Programmable Attenuator
A manual step attenuator suits direct bench adjustment; a programmable attenuator…
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Step Attenuators for Receiver Overload Testing
A step attenuator can identify the level at which a receiver…
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Why Attenuator Settling Time Matters in a Sweep
Settling time allows the source, receiver and measurement system to reach…