HMC245 (3)
ADI (Analog Devices Inc.)HMC245 is available from ADI (ADI (Analog Devices Inc.)) at Xecor. Designed for RF switching applications, the HMC245 offers high isolation of 26 dB, low insertion loss of 0.7 dB, and a wide frequency range of up to 3.5 GHz. Available in a compact 16-QSOP package, it is ideal for telecommunications, wireless infrastructure, and test and measurement systems. Whether used in RF signal routing, antenna switching, or high-frequency signal control, this series ensures reliable performance, low power consumption, and compatibility with CMOS/TTL logic for demanding applications. Xecor is an authorized distributor for ADI (ADI (Analog Devices Inc.)). Please view our extensive selection of the HMC245 series below.
| Part Number | Description | Package | Inventory | Add To Bom |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HMC245AQS16 | Compact DC-GHz solution for demanding RF systems | SSOP-16 | 8,915 | |
| HMC245QS16 | Multifunctional RF switch IC ideal for use in wireless communication systems, microwave instruments, and other high-frequency devices | QSOP-16 | 8,556 | |
| HMC245QS16E | A high-frequency RF switch for applications up to Hz, offering single-pole triple-throw functionality and dB isolation | QSOP-16 | 6,283 |
Key Featrues
High Isolation (26dB to 30dB): The HMC245QS16E offers excellent isolation between ports, ranging from 26dB to 30dB. This ensures minimal signal leakage between the switch paths, which is critical for maintaining signal integrity and reducing interference in RF applications, especially in high-frequency systems up to 3.5GHz.
Low Insertion Loss (0.7dB to 1dB): With a low insertion loss of 0.7dB to 1dB, this RF switch minimizes signal attenuation, ensuring efficient signal transmission. This feature is particularly beneficial in applications where maintaining signal strength is crucial, such as in communication systems and test equipment.
Wide Frequency Range (DC to 3.5GHz): The device operates across a broad frequency range from DC to 3.5GHz, making it versatile for various RF and microwave applications. This wide range allows it to be used in both low-frequency and high-frequency systems, enhancing its applicability in diverse use cases.
GaAs Technology: Built using Gallium Arsenide (GaAs) technology, the HMC245QS16E provides superior performance in terms of speed, efficiency, and power handling compared to traditional silicon-based switches. This makes it ideal for high-frequency and high-power RF applications where performance and reliability are critical.
CMOS/TTL Compatibility: The switch is compatible with CMOS and TTL control logic, allowing for easy integration into digital control systems. This feature simplifies the design process and reduces the need for additional level-shifting circuitry, making it more efficient and cost-effective for system designers.
Low Insertion Loss (0.7dB to 1dB): With a low insertion loss of 0.7dB to 1dB, this RF switch minimizes signal attenuation, ensuring efficient signal transmission. This feature is particularly beneficial in applications where maintaining signal strength is crucial, such as in communication systems and test equipment.
Wide Frequency Range (DC to 3.5GHz): The device operates across a broad frequency range from DC to 3.5GHz, making it versatile for various RF and microwave applications. This wide range allows it to be used in both low-frequency and high-frequency systems, enhancing its applicability in diverse use cases.
GaAs Technology: Built using Gallium Arsenide (GaAs) technology, the HMC245QS16E provides superior performance in terms of speed, efficiency, and power handling compared to traditional silicon-based switches. This makes it ideal for high-frequency and high-power RF applications where performance and reliability are critical.
CMOS/TTL Compatibility: The switch is compatible with CMOS and TTL control logic, allowing for easy integration into digital control systems. This feature simplifies the design process and reduces the need for additional level-shifting circuitry, making it more efficient and cost-effective for system designers.
Applications
RF Signal Routing in Communication Systems: The HMC245QS16E is ideal for routing RF signals in communication systems, such as base stations, satellite communication, and wireless infrastructure. Its SP3T configuration allows for efficient signal switching between multiple antennas or transceivers, while its high isolation and low insertion loss ensure minimal signal degradation, making it suitable for high-frequency applications up to 3.5 GHz.
Test and Measurement Equipment: The HMC245QS16E is well-suited for use in test and measurement equipment, such as spectrum analyzers and signal generators. Its ability to handle high-frequency signals with low insertion loss and high isolation makes it an excellent choice for switching between different test paths or signal sources, ensuring accurate and reliable measurements in laboratory and field environments.
Radar Systems: The HMC245QS16E can be used in radar systems for switching between different antenna arrays or signal processing units. Its high-frequency capability and robust performance under varying temperatures (-40°C to 85°C) make it suitable for both ground-based and airborne radar applications, where reliable signal routing is critical for accurate target detection and tracking.
Medical Imaging Devices: The HMC245QS16E is suitable for use in medical imaging devices, such as MRI machines or ultrasound systems, where RF signal switching is required. Its low insertion loss and high isolation ensure that the integrity of the RF signals is maintained, which is crucial for producing high-quality images. Additionally, its compact QSOP-16 package allows for integration into space-constrained medical equipment.
Test and Measurement Equipment: The HMC245QS16E is well-suited for use in test and measurement equipment, such as spectrum analyzers and signal generators. Its ability to handle high-frequency signals with low insertion loss and high isolation makes it an excellent choice for switching between different test paths or signal sources, ensuring accurate and reliable measurements in laboratory and field environments.
Radar Systems: The HMC245QS16E can be used in radar systems for switching between different antenna arrays or signal processing units. Its high-frequency capability and robust performance under varying temperatures (-40°C to 85°C) make it suitable for both ground-based and airborne radar applications, where reliable signal routing is critical for accurate target detection and tracking.
Medical Imaging Devices: The HMC245QS16E is suitable for use in medical imaging devices, such as MRI machines or ultrasound systems, where RF signal switching is required. Its low insertion loss and high isolation ensure that the integrity of the RF signals is maintained, which is crucial for producing high-quality images. Additionally, its compact QSOP-16 package allows for integration into space-constrained medical equipment.
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