The PE42420C-Z is a high-performance SPDT (Single-Pole, Double-Throw) RF switch from Peregrine Semiconductor, designed for a wide range of wireless applications. This switch boasts excellent linearity, low insertion loss, and high isolation, making it ideal for demanding RF front-end designs. Its advanced design ensures reliable performance in harsh operating conditions.

Applications:

• Cellular infrastructure
• Wireless LAN (WLAN)
• Test and measurement equipment
• Software-defined radios (SDR)
• General RF switching

Features:

• Ultra-low insertion loss: Minimizes signal attenuation.
• High isolation: Reduces unwanted signal leakage.
• High linearity (IIP3): Ensures minimal signal distortion.
• Fast switching speed: Enables rapid signal routing.
• Single supply voltage: Simplifies power supply requirements.
• Compact form factor: Suitable for space-constrained designs.

Benefits:

• Improved system performance: Low insertion loss and high isolation enhance overall system performance.
• Reduced signal distortion: High linearity minimizes unwanted signal artifacts.
• Increased design flexibility: Wide operating frequency range allows for use in various applications.
• Simplified system design: Single supply voltage simplifies power supply design.
• Reliable operation: Robust design ensures reliable performance.

Additional Details:

The PE42420C-Z switch is fabricated using Peregrine's UltraCMOS® technology, which enables high performance and low power consumption. It operates over a wide frequency range, covering various wireless communication bands. Specific electrical parameters include insertion loss, isolation, return loss, and switching speed. Refer to the Peregrine Semiconductor datasheet for detailed specifications, performance curves, and application information. The compact package simplifies board layout and assembly. This switch is particularly useful in applications where high performance and reliability are critical.