The HMC232C8 is a broadband high isolation non-reflective GaAs MESFET SPDT switch, covering DC to 8.0 GHz. It features >55 dB isolation up to 2 GHz and >42 dB isolation up to 8.0 GHz. The switch operates using complementary negative control voltage logic lines of -5/0V and requires no bias supply.
The HMC232C8 is a broadband high isolation non-reflective GaAs MESFET SPDT switch in a non-hermetic surface mount ceramic package. It covers the frequency range from DC to 8.0 GHz and features greater than 55 dB isolation up to 2 GHz and greater than 42 dB isolation up to 8.0 GHz. The device operates using complementary negative control voltage logic lines of -5/0V and requires no bias supply. It is designed as a form, fit, and functional replacement for the HMC132C8.
| Frequency Range | DC - 8.0 GHz |
|---|---|
| Isolation (Typical) | >55 dB up to 2 GHz |
| Isolation (Typical) | >42 dB up to 8.0 GHz |
| Insertion Loss (Typical) | 1.6 dB @ 6.0 GHz |
| Control Voltage Logic | -5/0V |
| Operating Temperature | -40 to +85 °C |
| Input Power for 1 dB Compression | 22 dBm (DC - 2.0 GHz) |
| Input Third Order Intercept | 40 dBm |
The switch operates from DC to 8.0 GHz.
No, it requires no bias supply.
Yes, it is a direct replacement for the HMC132C8.
The typical insertion loss is 1.6 dB at 6.0 GHz.