Bias network offers repeatability over a 2-18GHz range

The gold backside metallisation provides RF and DC grounding, while the large vias reduce inductance allowing customers to easily solder down parts.The MABT-011000, which contains a series DC blocking capacitor, operates as both an RF-DC de-coupling network and a DC return.

Suitable for DC voltages up to 50V and DC currents up to 60mA, the MABT-011000 is available in both sample and production quantities.

“The MABT-011000 greatly simplifies bias networks while delivering low loss and high performance, making this a reliable and efficient fully monolithic broadband surface mount bias network for 2-18GHz,” said Paul Wade, Product Manager, MACOM. “Utilising MACOM’s patented HMIC process ruggedises the bias network, which is ideal for the DC biasing of PIN diode control circuits.”