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Diamond RF Resistives®

Resistors, Terminations, and Attenuators

The highest power to size ratio resistive products utilizing CVD Diamond, the best thermal conductor available. Diamond by EMC Technology brand, is the best thermal conductor on earth.

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Features & Benefits

Combined with a low dielectric constant, it is an excellent RF dielectric material for high-frequency applications in which thermal performance is equally critical. By applying cutting-edge thin film process and extensive millimeter wave design experience, Smiths Interconnect has created a high-performance line of resistive components. The resulting products, our Diamond RF Resistives® resistors, terminations, and attenuators, are significantly reduced in size and unparalleled in average and peak power handling.

  • Frequency Range from DC to 26 GHz
  • Extreme High Power to Size Ratings
  • Small Size and Weight
  • Power Handling up to 150 Watts
  • CVD Diamond Substrates
  • Tuned Versions Available
  • Solderable or Bondable Gold Terminals
  • Integrated Heat Sink; Tab Launch
  • Surface Mount Available;
  • Tape and Reel Packaging Available
  • High Reliability Versions Available

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