News: Microelectronics
20 June 2024
pSemi launches packaged 30GHz high-performance SP4T RF switch
Murata company pSemi Corp of San Diego, CA, USA — a fabless provider of radio-frequency integrated circuits (RFICs) based on silicon-on-insulator (SOI) — has launched the PE42548 high-performance single-pole four-throw (SP4T) RF switch, providing a suitable alternative to traditional flip-chip solutions. Designed to accelerate time-to-market, the PE42548 meets the increasing demand for contract manufacturing (CM)-friendly RF solutions, particularly in test and measurement (T&M) applications.
PE42548 is a HaRP technology-enhanced reflective switch that supports a wideband frequency range from 9kHz to 30GHz. Powered by pSemi’s proprietary UltraCMOS technology, the switch offers what is claimed to be superior performance, with a low insertion loss of 2.0dB at 26GHz, rapid switching time of 60ns, high power handling of 33dBm, and exceptional isolation performance of 41dB. These features make it suitable for a wide array of applications, including T&M, 5G mmWave, microwave backhaul, radar, and satellite communications. Moreover, the PE42548 operates efficiently in extreme environments, with a temperature range of –40°C to 105°C, and is housed in a compact 20-lead, 3mm x 3mm LGA package.
Picture: The PE42548 SP4T RF switch.
“We aim to deliver innovative RF solutions that not only meet but exceed our customers’ expectations,” says Rodd Novak, VP sales & marketing. “The PE42548 SP4T RF switch addresses key challenges faced by our customers, offering a streamlined, turnkey solution that simplifies the assembly process. We are excited to bring this advanced packaged RF solution to various industries, including test and measurement, 5G advanced ATE, 6G development, microwave radar, and satellite communications.”
pSemi is giving a live demonstration of the PE42548 in booth #1351 at the 2024 IEEE MTT-S International Microwave Symposium (IMS) in Washington DC (16–21 June).
Samples are available now, prior to commercial availability in late 2024.
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