Preliminary
23–34 GHz Surface Mount
SPDT Switch
AP640R5-A3
Patent Pending
Features
■
Surface Mount Package
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Low Loss, 1.3 dB
■
High Isolation, 33 dB
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High Power Handling, +33 dBm CW
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Fast Switching Speed, 2 nS
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100% RF and DC Testing
Description
The AP640R5-A3 is a broadband millimeterwave single-
pole double-throw (SPDT) switch in a rugged surface
mount package which is compatible with high-volume
solder installation. Based on PIN diode MMIC technology,
the switch is designed for use in millimeterwave
communication and sensor systems when low loss and
high linearity are required. Typical applications are
transmit/receive function for TDD systems or switching
between signal paths. The robust ceramic surface mount
package provides excellent electrical performance and a
high degree of environmental protection for long-term
reliability. All switches are screened at the operating
frequencies prior to shipment for guaranteed
performance. Switch is targeted for high-volume
broadband applications such as satellite and fixed wireless
systems.
Pin Out
B
1
B
2
J
3
AP640R5-A3
YYWW
J
2
Orientation
Indicated by
Missing
Castellations
J
1
Electrical Specifications at 25°C
Parameter
Operating Bandwidth
Insertion Loss
Isolation
Return Loss
Leakage Current @ V
R
= -50 V
Switching Speed
1
Output Power at 1 dB
Compression
1
1. Not measured on a 100% basis.
Symbol
BW
IL
ISO
RL
I
DD
t
switch
P
1 dB
Min.
23
Typ.
1.3
Max.
34
2
Unit
GHz
dB
dBm
dB
28
33
9
1
2
33
10
µA
ns
dBm
Alpha Industries, Inc.
[781] 241-7000
•
Fax
[978] 241-7906
•
Email
sales@alphaind.com
•
www.alphaind.com
Specifications subject to change without notice. 12/01A
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