Overview
The HMC232ALP4E is a nonreflective, Single-Pole Double-Throw (SPDT) RF switch manufactured by Analog Devices Inc. using the gallium arsenide (GaAs) process. This switch is designed to operate over a broad frequency range from 100 MHz to 12 GHz, making it suitable for various high-frequency applications. The HMC232ALP4E features a nonreflective design, which ensures that the RF ports are internally terminated to 50 Ω, enhancing its performance and reliability.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Min. | Typical | Max. | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frequency Range | 100 MHz | - | 12 GHz | - |
| Insertion Loss (DC - 6 GHz) | - | 1.5 dB | 2.5 dB | dB |
| Insertion Loss (DC - 12 GHz) | - | 2.0 dB | 3.1 dB | dB |
| Isolation (DC - 6 GHz) | - | 50 dB | - | dB |
| Isolation (DC - 12 GHz) | - | 45 dB | - | dB |
| Input P1dB Compression Point | - | +27 dBm | - | dBm |
| Input IP3 | - | +50 dBm | - | dBm |
| Control Voltage Range | -7.5 V | -5 V / 0 V | - | V |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C | - | +85°C | °C |
| Package Type | - | 24-Lead Lead Frame Chip Scale Package (LFCSP) | - | - |
| ESD Rating | - | 250 V (Class 1A) HBM | - | V |
Key Features
- Nonreflective design with internally terminated RF ports to 50 Ω.
- Broadband operation from 100 MHz to 12 GHz.
- High isolation: up to 50 dB at 6 GHz and up to 45 dB at 12 GHz.
- Low insertion loss: typically 1.5 dB at 6 GHz and 2.0 dB at 12 GHz.
- High power handling: input P1dB compression point of +27 dBm and input IP3 of +50 dBm.
- Complementary negative control voltage logic lines of -5/0 V.
- No bias supply required.
- 24-lead LFCSP package, RoHS compliant.
Applications
- Test instrumentation.
- Microwave radios and very small aperture terminals (VSATs).
- Military radios, radars, and electronic counter measures (ECMs).
- Telecommunication infrastructure.
Q & A
- What is the frequency range of the HMC232ALP4E?
The HMC232ALP4E operates from 100 MHz to 12 GHz.
- What is the typical insertion loss of the HMC232ALP4E at 6 GHz?
The typical insertion loss is 1.5 dB at 6 GHz.
- What is the isolation of the HMC232ALP4E at 12 GHz?
The isolation is typically 45 dB at 12 GHz.
- What is the input P1dB compression point of the HMC232ALP4E?
The input P1dB compression point is typically +27 dBm.
- What is the control voltage range for the HMC232ALP4E?
The control voltage range is -7.5 V to -5 V / 0 V.
- What is the operating temperature range of the HMC232ALP4E?
The operating temperature range is -40°C to +85°C.
- What type of package does the HMC232ALP4E come in?
The HMC232ALP4E comes in a 24-lead Lead Frame Chip Scale Package (LFCSP).
- Is the HMC232ALP4E RoHS compliant?
- What are some typical applications of the HMC232ALP4E?
Typical applications include test instrumentation, microwave radios and VSATs, military radios and ECMs, and telecommunication infrastructure.
- What is the ESD rating of the HMC232ALP4E?
The ESD rating is 250 V (Class 1A) HBM.
