E-Band and W-Band Waveguide PIN Diode Switches

Pasternack’s single-pole single-throw (SPST) and double-pole double-throw (DPDT) PIN diode waveguide switch series feature fully integrated WR-10 and WR-12 waveguide ports. These waveguide PIN diode switch components cover popular E-band (60 to 90 GHz) and W-band (75 to 110 GHz) frequencies. Waveguide switch circuits integrate low loss Fin-line assemblies with high performance GaAs beam-lead diodes.

The E band and H band pin diode waveguide switch low loss Fin-line assemblies with GaAs beam-lead diodes used result in 4 dB insertion loss. Not only a 4 db insertion loss, but also greater than 25 dB of Isolation and fast switching speed < 300 nsec is achieved with these waveguide switches. All PIN diode waveguide models require a dual voltage bias of +5 / -5 Vdc and have a maximum rated CW input power level of 0.5 dBm.

These waveguide PIN diode switches incorporate TTL driver circuitry with an SMA connector control port for ease of use. Rugged MIL-grade compact package configurations combine both switch and control module packages. Pasternack SPST and DPDT waveguide switch components offer maximum performance and reliability over a full temperature range of -55°C to +85°C.

Not only are the dsub controlled radio frequency switch series in stock, they will also ship the same-day as purchased from Pasternack as do our other over 45,000 RF, microwave and millimeter wave components. This is why Pasternack is one of the best websites where to find and buy RF microwave electromechanical relay switch products as well as other items for your needs.