CUI Devices’ Switches Group announced the introduction of one of the industry’s smallest tactile switches. Housed in an ultra-compact 3 x 2 x 0.6 mm package, the TS19 series carries an IP67 rating for dealing with moisture and environmental contaminants as well as a rugged lifecycle rating of up to 300,000 cycles. These tactile switch models feature surface […]
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SMD tact switches feature long service life
Würth Elektronik introduces another high-quality switch from the series of washable tact switches. The WS-TASV Tact Switch for SMT assembly is particularly space-saving with a footprint of just 4.1 x 2.8 mm and a height of 1.9 mm. Three variants are available, color-coded according to their actuating force: 200 grams (black), 300 grams (white), and 400 […]
SP4T DC-6-GHz switch delivers high-power for RF applications
Menlo Micro has introduced a new single-pole/four-throw (SP4T) DC-to-6 GHz switch that provides best-in-class performance, reliability, and integration for 5G network infrastructure, test and measurement equipment, and other high-power RF switching applications. Built on Menlo Micro’s market-proven Ideal Switch technology, the MM5140 SP4T switch offers 25W power handling, ultra-low insertion loss, and the industry’s highest linearity, […]
N-channel JFET switch replaces discontinued NXP/philips BF510 devices
Linear Integrated Systems, Inc. announced it has released a direct, pin-for-pin replacement for the Philips/NXP BF510. Per an NXP discontinuation notice published in June 2020, this part is no longer manufactured or supplied by NXP. The new Linear Systems’ LSBF510 is an N-Channel Single JFET for applications up the VHF range. The part’s features are: […]
Subminiature snap switch supports ultra-low thru high-current apps
C&K has expanded its snap switch product offering with the new sealed subminiature ZMT Series. The ZMT Series snap switch is offered with IP67-rated encapsulated wires, customized levers, and can be offered as part of the module. The ZMT is an updated and improved version of the popular ZMA switch. C&K developed the ZMT in direct response […]
DC-to-18 GHz switch with integrated charge pump driver simplifies high-power RF designs
A new high-power single-pole/four-throw (SP4T) DC-to-18 GHz switch provides the industry’s highest performance, reliability and integration for RF switching applications. Based on Menlo Micro’s market-proven Ideal Switch technology, the new MM5120 SP4T switch offers ultra-low insertion loss, 25-W power handling and the highest linearity in the industry, significantly outperforming conventional solid-state switches and electromechanical relays […]
Radiation tolerant 20-GHz SPDT absorptive RF switch targets space applications
Teledyne e2v HiRel announces the availability of a rad-tolerant 20 GHz, Single Pole Double Throw (SPDT) absorptive RF switch, model TDSW020A2T, that is ideal for use in demanding high reliability, space and defense applications and is now available with qualified material off-the-shelf. This new RF switch, developed on 0.15 μm InGaAs pHEMT technology, will be available […]
JFETs, diodes, voltage-controlled resistors now in DFN packages
Linear Integrated Systems, Inc. announced it has expanded its product line to include the availability of key, high-performance discrete small-signal parts in Dual-Flat No-Leads packages (DFN). This package has a reduced circuit board footprint, enabling designers who had previously used SOT-23 packaged parts to meet the demands of space-sensitive applications. Because the DFN has no […]
DOCSIS 3.1 compliant switch delivers high linearity across 5 – 1794 MHz
pSemi Corporation introduces a DOCSIS 3.1-compliant switch that meets increased demands for faster download speeds, higher bandwidth, and data throughput required for today’s home internet connections. The UltraCMOS PE42726 is a single-pole, double-throw (SPDT) radio frequency switch designed for use in cable broadband applications including DOCSIS 3.1 cable modems, set-top boxes, and residential gateways. PE42726 […]
PXI RF and microwave switching modules now available in PXIe format
Pickering Interfaces announced that it now offers all its RF & Microwave PXI products that operate at 3GHz or above in optional PXIe format. This includes the recently released 40/42-785C (PXI / PXIe) range of microwave multiplexers that offer a maximum frequency of 67GHz in both SP4T and SP6T form factors. Pickering has a continuous […]
