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Specifications subject to change without notice. 12/01A

23–34 GHz Surface Mount

SPDT Switch

Features

■ Surface Mount Package

■ Low Loss, 1.3 dB

■ High Isolation, 33 dB

■ High Power Handling, +33 dBm CW

■ Fast Switching Speed, 2 nS

■ 100% RF and DC Testing

AP640R5-A3

Patent Pending

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

AP640R5-A3

YYWW

Orientation

Indicated by

Missing

Castellations

Preliminary

Parameter

Symbol

Min.

Typ.

Max.

Unit

Operating Bandwidth

BW

23

34

GHz

Insertion Loss

IL

1.3

2

dB

Isolation

ISO

28

33

dBm

Return Loss

RL

9

dB

110

µA

2ns

33

dBm

Electrical Specifications at 25°C

1. Not measured on a 100% basis.