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SPDT High Isolation CATV Switch

5 - 1000 MHz

Rev. V1

MASWSS0068

ADVANCED: Data Sheets contain information regarding a product M/A-COM Technology Solutions

is considering for development. Performance is based on target specifications, simulated results,

and/or prototype measurements. Commitment to develop is not guaranteed.

PRELIMINARY: Data Sheets contain information regarding a product M/A-COM Technology

Solutions has under development. Performance is based on engineering tests. Specifications are

typical. Mechanical outline has been fixed. Engineering samples and/or test data may be available.

Commitment to produce in volume is not guaranteed.

Features

• 75 Ohm Impedance

• Positive Voltage Control (0 / +5 V)

• Low Insertion Loss: 0.60 dB at 870 MHz

• High Isolation: 51 dB at 870 MHz

• 4 mm FQFP-N 20 Lead Package

• 0.5 micron GaAs PHEMT Process

Description

M/A-COM’s MASWSS0068 is a GaAs PHEMT

MMIC single pole double throw (SPDT) switch in a

low cost 4 mm FQFP-N 20 lead package.

The

MASWSS0068 is ideally suited for applications

where low control voltage, low insertion loss, high

isolation, small size and low cost are required.

Typical applications are to replace mechanical

relays in CATV systems. This part can be used in

all 75 ohm systems operating up to 1.0 GHz.

The MASWSS0068 is fabricated using a 0.5 micron

gate length GaAs PHEMT process.

The process

features

full

passivation

for

performance

and

reliability.

Functional Schematic

GND

GND

RF1

GND

GT1

GND

GND

G1

V1

GND

RFC GND

V2

G2

GND

GND

GND

RF2

GT2

GND

GND

GND

RF1

GND

GT1

GND

GND

G1

V1

GND

RFC GND

V2

G2

GND

GND

GND

RF2

GT2

GND

Ordering Information

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Part Number

Package

MASWSS0068

FQFP-N 20 Lead Plastic Package

MASWSS0068TR

7 inch, 1000 piece reel

MASWSS0068TR-3000

13 inch, 3000 piece reel

MASWSS0068SMB

Sample Test Board

(Includes 5 Samples)

1. Reference Application Note M513 for reel size information.

Absolute Maximum Ratings

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Parameter

Absolute Maximum

Max Input Power

(5 - 1000 MHz, 5 V Control)

+32 dBm

Operating Voltage

±8.5 volts

Operating Temperature

-40

Storage Temperature

-65

2. Exceeding any one or combination of these limits may cause

permanent damage to this device.

Truth Table

3,4

V1

V2

RFC - RF1

RFC - RF2

1

0

On

Off

0

1

Off

On

3. External 0.01 µF DC blocking capacitors are required on all

RF In/Out and RF Ground ports.

4. 0 = 0 V + 0.2 V; 1 = +2.5 V to +5 V.