Enter the frequency, length of the stripline, and the attenuation per inch into the calculator to determine the total stripline loss in decibels (dB).

Stripline Loss Formula

The following formula is used to calculate the stripline loss:

L = L_{in} * A

Variables:

  • L is the total stripline loss (dB)
  • L_{in} is the length of the stripline (inches)
  • A is the attenuation per inch (dB/inch)

To calculate the stripline loss, multiply the length of the stripline by the attenuation per inch.

What is Stripline Loss?

Stripline loss refers to the signal loss that occurs when an electromagnetic wave travels through a stripline, which is a type of transmission line used in microwave frequency circuits. The loss is due to the resistance of the conductors, dielectric losses in the substrate material, and radiation losses. It is an important consideration in the design of high-frequency electronic circuits, as it affects the signal integrity and overall performance of the system.

How to Calculate Stripline Loss?

The following steps outline how to calculate the Stripline Loss.

  1. First, determine the frequency of the signal traveling through the stripline (not used in the calculation but important for determining the attenuation).
  2. Next, determine the length of the stripline (L_{in}) in inches.
  3. Next, determine the attenuation per inch (A) in dB/inch.
  4. Next, gather the formula from above = L = L_{in} * A.
  5. Finally, calculate the Stripline Loss (L) in dB.
  6. After inserting the variables and calculating the result, check your answer with the calculator above.

Example Problem:

Use the following variables as an example problem to test your knowledge.

Frequency (not used in calculation) = 2 GHz

Length of the stripline (L_{in}) = 12 inches

Attenuation per inch (A) = 0.5 dB/inch