Overview
The HMC986A is a reflective, single-pole, double throw (SPDT) switch manufactured by Analog Devices Inc. using a gallium arsenide (GaAs) process. This switch is designed to provide low insertion loss and high isolation across a broad frequency range from 0.1 GHz to 50 GHz, making it suitable for various high-frequency applications. The HMC986A operates with two negative logic control voltages ranging from −5 V to −3 V and is characterized by its high power handling capabilities and minimal size, with dimensions of 0.98 mm × 0.75 mm × 0.1 mm.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Insertion Loss | 2.3 dB | - |
| Isolation | 30 dB | - |
| Operating Frequency Range | 0.1 GHz to 50 GHz | - |
| RF Input Power (Through Path) | 27 dBm (VCTL = −5 V/0 V), 24 dBm (VCTL = −3 V/0 V) | - |
| Hot Switching RF Input Power | 24 dBm (VCTL = −5 V/0 V), 21 dBm (VCTL = −3 V/0 V) | - |
| Digital Control Input Voltage | −5.5 V to +0.5 V | V |
| Junction Temperature Range | −55°C to +85°C | °C |
| Storage Temperature Range | −65°C to +150°C | °C |
| Package Type | 13-Pad Bare Die [CHIP] | - |
| Characteristic Impedance | 50 Ω | - |
| On Time-Nominal | 0.011 µs | µs |
Key Features
- Low insertion loss of 2.3 dB and high isolation of 30 dB across a broad frequency range from 0.1 GHz to 50 GHz.
- High power handling capabilities with RF input power up to 27 dBm.
- Operates with two negative logic control voltages from −5 V to −3 V.
- Compact 13-pad bare die package with dimensions of 0.98 mm × 0.75 mm × 0.1 mm.
- Rapid switching time with an on-time nominal of 0.011 µs.
- RoHS-compliant and suitable for surface mount applications.
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 HMC986A switch type? The HMC986A is a reflective, single-pole, double throw (SPDT) switch.
- What is the frequency range of the HMC986A? The HMC986A operates from 0.1 GHz to 50 GHz.
- What are the control voltages for the HMC986A? The control voltages range from −5 V to −3 V.
- What is the maximum RF input power for the HMC986A? The maximum RF input power is 27 dBm for through path and 24 dBm for hot switching at VCTL = −5 V/0 V.
- What is the isolation of the HMC986A? The isolation is typically 30 dB.
- What is the package type of the HMC986A? The HMC986A is available in a 13-pad bare die [CHIP] package.
- Is the HMC986A RoHS-compliant? Yes, the HMC986A is RoHS-compliant.
- What are the operating temperature ranges for the HMC986A? The junction temperature range is −55°C to +85°C, and the storage temperature range is −65°C to +150°C.
- What is the characteristic impedance of the HMC986A? The characteristic impedance is 50 Ω.
- How quickly does the HMC986A switch on? The on-time nominal is 0.011 µs.
