R&S®RSC step attenuator

Switchable step attenuators up to 139 dB, 67 GHz

R&S®RSC step attenuator
Open Lightbox
R&S®RSC step attenuator
Open Lightbox
R&S®RSC step attenuator
Open Lightbox
R&S®RSC step attenuator, Front view R&S®RSC step attenuator, Front High R&S®RSC step attenuator, Back view

Key facts

  • Base units 6 GHz (139 dB, steps 1 dB/0.1 dB), 18 GHz (115 dB, steps 5 dB)
  • External attenuators controlled by base unit: 40 GHz, 67 GHz
  • One RSC base unit controls up to 4 external 40 GHz/67 GHz attenuators
  • Extremely high repeatibilityand outstanding accuracy of the base unit
  • Frequency response correction and user calibration

Flexible multipurpose attenuators

The R&S®RSC is a switchable, mechanical step attenuator. It is available in various models with up to 6 GHz and 18 GHz, and can also control compact external units up to 40 GHz and 67 GHz. The base units provide a GUI for various settings, calibration and configuration of external modules. All models have RF connectors on the front panel or rear panel for rack installation. The base units can also control external high frequency 40 GHz/67 GHz units with auto detect via USB. The RSC is a general purpose, flexible, high-performance swept attenuator for source and receiver calibration, high-power test setups, etc.

Features & benefits

Wide frequency and attenuation range

Up to 67 GHz, 139 dB attenuation

Thanks to its wide frequency and attenuation range, the RSC covers a wide variety of applications and is a versatile tool in the lab.

RF performance

Outstanding repeatability and accuracy

With specified repeatability of 0.02 dB (typical) and attenuation accuracy, the RSC is an excellent tool for calibrating sources, receivers and comprehensive calibration systems. User calibration can further enhance accuracy by integrating the test cable into the attenuation values.

Flexible configuration

GUI for individualization

Operators can use the clear GUI to configure the RSC and get it ready for an application. Its main features include various calibration capabilities, control of external attenuators and the ability to combine up to four external RSCs to form a new logical attenuator.

Available models

Available models
Models
Type
Frequency range
Connector type
Attenuation/Resolution
Description

R&S®RSC

Order number 1313.8004.02

Click on order no. to copy
Order number 1313.8004.02 is now copied to your clipboard.
Type
Step Attenuator
Frequency range
-
Connector type
-
Attenuation/Resolution
-
Description
Base unit without internal step attenuator

R&S®RSC

Order number 1313.8004.03

Click on order no. to copy
Order number 1313.8004.03 is now copied to your clipboard.
Type
Step attenuator
Frequency range
DC to 6 GHz
Connector type
N(f) at front panel
Attenuation/Resolution
0 dB to 139 dB / 1 dB steps
Description
-

R&S®RSC

Order number 1313.8004.04

Click on order no. to copy
Order number 1313.8004.04 is now copied to your clipboard.
Type
Step attenuator
Frequency range
DC to 6 GHz
Connector type
N(f) at front panel
Attenuation/Resolution
0 dB to 139.9 dB / 0.1 dB steps
Description
-

R&S®RSC

Order number 1313.8004.05

Click on order no. to copy
Order number 1313.8004.05 is now copied to your clipboard.
Type
Step attenuator
Frequency range
0 dB to 115 dB
Connector type
N(f) at front panel
Attenuation/Resolution
0 dB to 115 dB / 5 dB steps
Description
-

R&S®RSC

Order number 1313.8004.13

Click on order no. to copy
Order number 1313.8004.13 is now copied to your clipboard.
Type
Step attenuator
Frequency range
DC to 6 GHz
Connector type
N(f) at rear panel
Attenuation/Resolution
0 dB to 139 dB / 1 dB steps
Description
-

R&S®RSC

Order number 1313.8004.14

Click on order no. to copy
Order number 1313.8004.14 is now copied to your clipboard.
Type
Step attenuator
Frequency range
DC to 6 GHz
Connector type
N(f) at rear panel
Attenuation/Resolution
0 dB to 139.9 dB / 0.1 dB steps
Description
-

R&S®RSC

Order number 1313.8004.15

Click on order no. to copy
Order number 1313.8004.15 is now copied to your clipboard.
Type
Step attenuator
Frequency range
DC to 18 GHz
Connector type
N(f) at rear panel
Attenuation/Resolution
0 dB to 115 dB / 5 dB steps
Description
-

R&S®RSC-Z405

Order number 1313.9952.02

Click on order no. to copy
Order number 1313.9952.02 is now copied to your clipboard.
Type
External step attenuator
Frequency range
DC to 40 GHz
Connector type
2.92 mm (f)
Attenuation/Resolution
0 dB to 75 dB / 5 dB steps
Description
Does not include theR&S®RSC-Z41 or R&S®RSC-Z42 control cable

R&S®RSC-Z675

Order number 1314.0065.02

Click on order no. to copy
Order number 1314.0065.02 is now copied to your clipboard.
Type
External step attenuator
Frequency range
DC to 67 GHz
Connector type
1.85 mm (f)
Attenuation/Resolution
0 dB to 75 dB / 5 dB steps
Description
Does not include the R&S®RSC-Z41 or R&S®RSC-Z42 control cable.

R&S®RSC-Z41

Order number 1314.0136.02

Click on order no. to copy
Order number 1314.0136.02 is now copied to your clipboard.
Type
Control cable
Frequency range
-
Connector type
-
Attenuation/Resolution
-
Description
For connecting an external step attenuator to the R&S®RSC

R&S®RSC-Z42

Order number 1314.0142.02

Click on order no. to copy
Order number 1314.0142.02 is now copied to your clipboard.
Type
Control cable
Frequency range
-
Connector type
-
Attenuation/Resolution
-
Description
For connecting an external step attenuator to a PC

Request information

Do you have questions or need additional information? Simply fill out this form and we will get right back to you.

Marketing permission

Your request has been sent successfully. We will contact you shortly.
An error is occurred, please try it again later.