Pin Diode Switches
PIN DIODE SWITCHES
High-Speed RF & Microwave Switching Solutions
Taylor Microwave Pin Diode Switches
Taylor Microwave offers high-performance PIN diode switches for RF and microwave applications.
The SB Series includes SPST through SPNT configurations and is available in multiple frequency bands.
Stripline and microstrip construction can be selected based on frequency range, power handling,
isolation and application requirements.
The SB Series includes SPST through SPNT configurations and is available in multiple frequency bands.
Stripline and microstrip construction can be selected based on frequency range, power handling,
isolation and application requirements.
Key Features
10 MHz–32 GHz
Wide frequency coverage
Up to 120 dB
High isolation available
10 ns
Fast switching available
+40 dBm
RF input power available
Features
- Frequency range from 10 MHz to 32 GHz
- SP1T through SP8T configurations
- Low insertion loss
- High isolation
- RF input power up to +40 dBm available
- Integral TTL / CMOS drivers available
- Switching speed as fast as 10 nsec available
- Single or dual operating supply configurations
- Small-size construction
- Stripline or microstrip construction
- 50 Ohm nominal impedance
- Custom designs available
Pin Diode Switch Configurations
SP1T
Single Pole Single Throw
SP2T
Single Pole Double Throw
SP3T
Single Pole Three Throw
SP4T
Single Pole Four Throw
SP5T
Single Pole Five Throw
SP6T
Single Pole Six Throw
SP7T
Single Pole Seven Throw
SP8T
Single Pole Eight Throw
Typical Performance
| Parameter | Typical / Available |
|---|---|
| Frequency | 10 MHz to 32 GHz |
| Isolation | Up to 120 dB available |
| Input Power | Up to +40 dBm available |
| Switching Speed | As fast as 10 nsec available |
| Impedance | 50 Ohm nominal |
| Temperature | -55°C to +85°C |
Custom RF & Microwave Switch Designs
Taylor Microwave can develop custom PIN diode switches to meet specific frequency,
switching, isolation, power and mechanical requirements. Stripline or microstrip
construction and custom integrated assemblies are available for specialized applications.
switching, isolation, power and mechanical requirements. Stripline or microstrip
construction and custom integrated assemblies are available for specialized applications.
Applications
RF Test Equipment
Automated switching and signal routing.
Automated switching and signal routing.
Microwave Systems
High-frequency signal selection and routing.
High-frequency signal selection and routing.
Communications
RF path switching in communication systems.
RF path switching in communication systems.
Custom Assemblies
Integrated microwave switching assemblies.
Integrated microwave switching assemblies.
Need a Custom Pin Diode Switch?
Tell us your frequency range, number of ports, RF power, isolation,
switching speed and mechanical requirements.
switching speed and mechanical requirements.
Taylor Microwave, Inc. | RF & Microwave Components | Custom Designs Available