The UPG2188T5Z-E2-A is a GaAs MMIC SPDT (Single Pole Double Throw) switch manufactured by CEL (California Eastern Laboratories, now Renesas Electronics America). This switch is designed for high-frequency applications and offers excellent performance in a small, surface-mount package. The -E2-A suffix often indicates specific packaging or environmental compliance features.
Applications:
- Wireless LAN (WLAN)
- Bluetooth applications
- Mobile communication devices
- ISM (Industrial, Scientific, and Medical) band applications
- General RF switching circuits
Features:
- High Isolation: Provides strong isolation between RF paths, reducing signal interference.
- Low Insertion Loss: Minimizes signal attenuation when the switch is in the ON state.
- Compact T5Z Package: Offers a small footprint for space-constrained designs.
- Single Positive Control Voltage: Simplifies control circuitry.
- High-Speed Switching: Enables quick transitions between RF paths.
- Pb-Free and RoHS Compliant: Meets environmental regulations.
Benefits:
- Improved System Performance: High isolation and low insertion loss enhance signal integrity.
- Reduced Board Space: Small package allows for denser designs.
- Simplified Design: Single control voltage reduces complexity in the control circuit.
- Enhanced Reliability: GaAs MMIC technology ensures consistent performance.
- Environmentally Friendly: Pb-Free and RoHS compliant.
This SPDT switch is ideal for applications where minimizing signal loss and maximizing isolation are critical. The single positive control voltage simplifies integration into various systems. The UPG2188T5Z-E2-A is commonly used in wireless communication devices, test equipment, and other RF applications.
Technical Specifications (Typical):
- Frequency Range: DC to 3 GHz
- Insertion Loss: 0.4 dB (typical)
- Isolation: 25 dB (typical)
- Control Voltage: +2.7 V to +3.3 V
- Package: 6-pin T5Z
