CLM-83-2W+ Limiter Information

Overview

The CLM-83-2W+ is a high-performance limiter designed to protect sensitive electronic components from ESD and input RF power surges. It features an ultra-wide frequency range of 30 MHz to 8.2 GHz and can handle high CW input power up to +32 dBm. The device is housed in a rugged, hermetic ceramic package filled with nitrogen, ensuring long-term reliability and protection against moisture.

Key Features

• Ultra-Wide Frequency Range: 30 MHz to 8.2 GHz
• High CW Input Power: +32 dBm
• Ultra-Reliable Ceramic Hermetic Package
• Low Profile Case: 0.045" high
• Fast Response Time: 2 nsec
• Fast Recovery Time: 8 nsec
• Low Insertion Loss and VSWR
• RoHS Compliant

Detailed Specifications

Electrical Specifications (at 25°C)

• Frequency Range: 30 MHz to 8200 MHz
• Linear Range:Max Input Power (less than 0.1 dB compression): +2 dBmInsertion Loss (less than +2 dBm input power): 0.5 dB (typical) to 1.3 dB (maximum)VSWR (less than +2 dBm input power): 1.2:1 (typical) to 1.6:1 (maximum)
• Limiting Range:Input Power: +12 dBm to +32 dBmOutput Power: +11.5 dBm (typical)∆ Output/∆ 1dB Input:12 to 20 dBm: 0.4 dB/dB (typical)20 to 25 dBm: 0.2 dB/dB (typical)25 to 32 dBm: 0.8 dB/dB (typical)
• Recovery Time: 10 nsec (typical) for 1 watt pulse, 50 µsec PW, 1 kHz duty cycle
• Response Time: 2 nsec (typical) for 30 dBm input, 50 µsec PW, 1 kHz duty cycle

Mechanical Specifications

• Case Style: DL1721
• Dimensions:Length: 0.12" (3.05 mm)Width: 0.12" (3.05 mm)Height: 0.045" (1.14 mm)
• Terminal Finish: Ni-Pd-Au
• ESD Rating:Human Body Model (HBM): Class 3B (>8000V) in accordance with JESD22-A114Machine Model (MM): Class C (>400) in accordance with JESD22-A115
• Moisture Sensitivity: MSL1 in accordance with IPC/JEDEC J-STD-020D

Pin Connections

• RF IN: Pad 2
• RF OUT: Pad 7
• GND: Pads 1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, Bottom Center Paddle

Applications

• Military and High-Reliability Applications: Protects against ESD and power surges in harsh environments.
• Stabilizing Generator Outputs: Reduces amplitude variations.
• Protecting Low Noise Amplifiers: Prevents burnout from strong undesired signals.
• ESD Protection: Ideal for environments with high levels of unwanted signals, such as manufacturing sites, train tunnels, ECM & ECCM, etc.

Ordering Information

• Model Number: CLM-83-2W+
• Case Style: DL1721
• Tape & Reel: F66-1
• Standard Quantities: Available on 7" reels with 10, 20, 50, 100, 200, 500, or 1K, 2K devices.

Additional Information

• Characterization Test Circuit: Refer to Mini-Circuits test board TB-679+.
• Evaluation Board: TB-679+
• Environmental Ratings: ENV-67
• Suggested Layout for PCB Design: PL-377
• Product Marking: MCL CLM-83 + YYWW