RF MEMS
MEMS RF switches are miniaturized mechanical devices for switching high frequency electromagnetic signals. The advantages of MEMS RF switches compared to PIN diodes and field-effect transitors (FETs) are minimum insertion loss, maximum isolation, a superior signal linearity, and a very low power consumption.
Application Areas
Protron Mikrotechnik's electrostatic RF switches are suitable for an application in
- mobile communication systems
- RF test equipment
- radar systems
- satellites
Switch Details
The switches are actuated by electrostatic silicon comb drives with a high actuation force which results in a good reliability. The switch is adapted to frequencies from DC to 40GHz. A hermetic zero-level packaging avoids contamination of the contact area.
Further information in our data sheet: Protron RF Switch
Samples and evaluation boards are now available. Please contact us for more information!