Scientific Components Corp. · Electronic Components
CAT-40
Attenuator, Fixed
Part NumberCAT-40
ManufacturerScientific Components Corp.
AvailabilityAvailable to order — request a quote
Specifications
NSN5985-01-481-6850 (NSN)
Federal Item NameATTENUATOR,FIXED
Federal Supply Class5985 — Antennas and Waveguides
Frequency Range0.000 HERTZ MINIMUM AND 500.000 MEGAHERTZ MAXIMUM
Rf Signal Attenuation In Decibels40.0
Output Impedance Rating In Ohms50.0
Overall Length2.560 INCHES MINIMUM AND 2.620 INCHES MAXIMUM
Terminal Type And Quantity2 CONNECTOR
Connection Type Per FunctionFEMALE INPUT AND MALE OUTPUT
Overall Diameter0.550 INCHES MINIMUM AND 0.610 INCHES MAXIMUM
Voltage Standing Wave Ratio1.50
Coaxial Connector Series DesignatiBNC
Input Impedance Rating In Ohms50.0
Body StyleROUND, TERMINAL/TERMINALS IN OPPOSITE SURFACE
ESD/EMICode A — ESD/EMI sensitive item
RH Electronics, Inc. — independent stocking distributor since 1982.
Every shipment inspected on receipt · ISO 9001:2015 · ANSI/ESD S20.20 · ERAI member since 1998 · GIDEP participant
Every shipment inspected on receipt · ISO 9001:2015 · ANSI/ESD S20.20 · ERAI member since 1998 · GIDEP participant
Frequently asked
Is CAT-40 available?
We can source CAT-40 even if it isn't in our active stock list. As an independent distributor we reach inventory outside the franchise channel — including hard-to-find and obsolete parts. Send us a quote request.
Is CAT-40 by Scientific Components Corp. obsolete or end-of-life?
We specialize in obsolete, end-of-life, and discontinued components. If CAT-40 has been discontinued, we can often source remaining stock or qualified alternates. Contact us with your quantity and target date.
How does RH Electronics verify parts like CAT-40?
Every incoming shipment is inspected under our ISO 9001:2015 quality system — documentation, markings, and construction checked against known-good references. For deeper analysis, we direct work through accredited independent labs. We've been an ERAI member since 1998 and a GIDEP participant.
Can you find a cross-reference or alternate for CAT-40?
Yes. Our team reads part numbers the way they were designed — decoding family, speed, temperature grade, package, and reliability level — to identify acceptable alternates when the exact part isn't available. Submit a quote request and we'll advise.