Overview
The HMC321ALP4E is a GaAs MMIC (Monolithic Microwave Integrated Circuit) SP8T (Single Pole, Eight Throw) non-reflective positive control switch produced by Analog Devices Inc. This component is designed to operate across a broad frequency range from DC to 8 GHz, making it suitable for various RF and microwave applications. It features a low-cost leadless surface mount package (LFCSP-EP-24) and is compatible with both 50-Ohm and 75-Ohm systems.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Frequency Range | DC to 8 GHz |
| Insertion Loss | Typical 1.7 dB (DC - 2.0 GHz, TA=+25°C, 50 Ohm system) |
| Isolation | Typical 50 dB (DC - 2.0 GHz, TA=+25°C, 50 Ohm system) |
| Return Loss | Typical 16 dB (DC - 4.0 GHz, On State, TA=+25°C, 50 Ohm) |
| Input Power for 1 dB Compression | Typical 26 dBm (0.5-8.0 GHz, TA=+25°C, 50 Ohm) |
| Third Order Intercept Point | Typical 38 dBm (2-tone input power=+7 dBm each tone, 1 MHz spacing, TA=+25°C) |
| Switching Time | Typical 25 ns (tRISE, tFALL, 10/90% RF, TA=+25°C) |
| Package Type | LFCSP-EP-24 |
| Operating Temperature Range | -40 to +85°C |
| Supply Voltage | 4.5 V to 5.5 V |
| Control Voltage | 0/+5 V |
Key Features
- Broadband operation from DC to 8 GHz
- High isolation and low insertion loss
- Non-reflective switch design
- Positive control voltage of 0/+5 volts
- On-board binary decoder circuit reducing required logic control lines to three
- Compatible with 50-Ohm and 75-Ohm systems
- Low-cost leadless surface mount package (LFCSP-EP-24)
- Operating temperature range from -40 to +85°C
Applications
The HMC321ALP4E is suitable for a variety of RF and microwave applications, including but not limited to:
- Wireless communication systems
- Radar systems
- Test and measurement equipment
- Satellite communications
- Broadband switching networks
Q & A
- What is the frequency range of the HMC321ALP4E?
The HMC321ALP4E operates from DC to 8 GHz. - What is the typical insertion loss of the HMC321ALP4E?
The typical insertion loss is 1.7 dB (DC - 2.0 GHz, TA=+25°C, 50 Ohm system). - What is the isolation of the HMC321ALP4E?
The typical isolation is 50 dB (DC - 2.0 GHz, TA=+25°C, 50 Ohm system). - What is the return loss of the HMC321ALP4E?
The typical return loss is 16 dB (DC - 4.0 GHz, On State, TA=+25°C, 50 Ohm). - What is the input power for 1 dB compression of the HMC321ALP4E?
The typical input power for 1 dB compression is 26 dBm (0.5-8.0 GHz, TA=+25°C, 50 Ohm). - What is the third order intercept point of the HMC321ALP4E?
The typical third order intercept point is 38 dBm (2-tone input power=+7 dBm each tone, 1 MHz spacing, TA=+25°C). - What is the switching time of the HMC321ALP4E?
The typical switching time is 25 ns (tRISE, tFALL, 10/90% RF, TA=+25°C). - What package type does the HMC321ALP4E use?
The HMC321ALP4E uses a LFCSP-EP-24 package. - What is the operating temperature range of the HMC321ALP4E?
The operating temperature range is from -40 to +85°C. - What is the supply voltage range for the HMC321ALP4E?
The supply voltage range is 4.5 V to 5.5 V.
