Overview
The HMC641ATCPZ-EP-RL7 is a high-performance, general-purpose, single-pole, four-throw (SP4T) RF switch manufactured by Analog Devices Inc. This component is designed to operate over a broad frequency range, making it suitable for various high-frequency applications. The switch is built using GaAs (Gallium Arsenide) technology, which provides excellent RF characteristics such as low insertion loss, high isolation, and high input linearity.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Symbol | Test Conditions/Comments | Min | Typ | Max | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frequency Range | f | 0.1 GHz to 20 GHz | 0.1 | - | 20 | GHz |
| Insertion Loss (On) | - | 0.1 GHz to 12 GHz | 2.0 | 3.2 | - | dB |
| Insertion Loss (On) | - | 12 GHz to 20 GHz | 3.0 | 4.2 | - | dB |
| Isolation (Off) | - | 0.1 GHz to 12 GHz | 30 | 42 | - | dB |
| Isolation (Off) | - | 12 GHz to 20 GHz | 30 | 40 | - | dB |
| Return Loss (On) | - | 0.1 GHz to 12 GHz | - | 18 | - | dB |
| Return Loss (On) | - | 12 GHz to 20 GHz | - | 17 | - | dB |
| Switching Rise and Fall Time | tRISE, tFALL | 10% to 90% of RF output | - | 30 | - | ns |
| Switching On and Off Time | tON, tOFF | 50% VCTL to 90% of RF output | - | 100 | - | ns |
| Input Linearity (P1dB) | - | - | - | 24 | - | dBm |
| Input Linearity (IP3) | - | - | - | 41 | - | dBm |
Key Features
- Broadband frequency range: 0.1 GHz to 20 GHz
- Nonreflective 50 Ω design
- Low insertion loss: 3.0 dB at 20 GHz
- High isolation: 40 dB at 20 GHz
- High input linearity: P1dB of 24 dBm and IP3 of 41 dBm
- High power handling: 26.5 dBm through path and 23 dBm terminated path
- Integrated 2 to 4 line decoder
- 24-lead, 4 mm × 4 mm LFCSP package
- ESD rating: 250 V (Class 1A)
Applications
- Test instrumentation
- Microwave radios and very small aperture terminals (VSATs)
- Military radios, radars, and electronic counter measures (ECMs)
- Broadband telecommunications systems
Q & A
- What is the frequency range of the HMC641ATCPZ-EP-RL7? The frequency range is from 0.1 GHz to 20 GHz.
- What is the typical insertion loss at 20 GHz? The typical insertion loss at 20 GHz is 3.0 dB.
- What is the isolation between RFC and RF ports when the switch is off? The isolation is typically 40 dB at 20 GHz.
- What is the switching rise and fall time? The switching rise and fall time is 30 ns.
- What is the input linearity of the switch? The input linearity is characterized by a P1dB of 24 dBm and an IP3 of 41 dBm.
- What is the power handling capability of the switch? The switch can handle 26.5 dBm through the path and 23 dBm in the terminated path.
- What type of package does the HMC641ATCPZ-EP-RL7 come in? It comes in a 24-lead, 4 mm × 4 mm LFCSP package.
- What is the ESD rating of the HMC641ATCPZ-EP-RL7? The ESD rating is 250 V (Class 1A).
- Is the HMC641ATCPZ-EP-RL7 RoHS compliant? Yes, all models are RoHS compliant.
- What are some common applications of the HMC641ATCPZ-EP-RL7? Common applications include test instrumentation, microwave radios, VSATs, military radios, radars, ECMs, and broadband telecommunications systems.
