Pin Diode Switch Product Line Expanded by Pasternack

Pasternack Expands Pin Diode RF, Microwave and Millimeter Wave Switch Product Line

Expanded PIN diode switch product line from Pasternack offers a broad range of solutions in applications where fast switching and long lifetime are critical. This PIN diode switch additions are used extensively in aerospace, defense, and commercial RF, microwave, and millimeter-wave communication systems, switch matrix assemblies, and production testing environments for a variety of signal routing functions between control components. Integrated TTL-compatible driver circuitry offers accurate logic controls for computer command and automated test systems.

The PIN diode switches from Pasternack are available in popular configurations including SPST, SPDT, SP3T, SP4T, SP5T, SP6T, SP8T, SP12T, and Transfer models that cover select broadband frequencies ranging from 10 MHz to 67 GHz. These switches offer superior performance with high isolation up to 80 dB, fast switching speeds down to 50 nsec, insertion loss levels as low as 1 dB, and dual operating voltage ranges from -15 to -5 and +5 Vdc. Maximum RF input power handling varies from 0.1 to 1 watt (CW) depending on the model. Additionally, all models of PIN diode switch are available in rugged packages that are designed to meet military grade environmental test conditions and several models feature field replaceable connectors.

Pasternack portfolio of solid state PIN diode switch products cover frequencies from 10 MHz to 67 GHz and are in-stock. 69 unique new models of 50 ohm PIN diode switches are available in compact connectorized package styles and display impressive isolation, insertion loss, and switching speed performance. Visit Pasternack for additional PIN diode switch information, specifications and datasheets.