The Agilent/Keysight P9404C is a Single Pole Four Throw (SP4T) PIN solid state switch engineered for high-performance RF and microwave switching across 100 MHz to 18 GHz. The device delivers switching speeds under 450 ns typical, enabling rapid channel selection in test matrices and instrumentation systems. With port-to-port isolation exceeding 80 dB and insertion loss as low as 2.5 dB at 4 GHz, the P9404C maintains signal integrity across demanding frequency bands.
Technical Specifications
• Frequency Range: 100 MHz to 18 GHz
• Switch Type: Single Pole Four Throw (SP4T)
• Switching Speed: Less than 450 ns (typical)
• Insertion Loss: 2.5 dB (at 4 GHz)
• Port-to-Port Isolation: Greater than 80 dB
• Power Handling: +27 dBm
• Control Voltage: 0 to +5 V
• TTL Compatible
• RoHS Compliant
– Key Features
• Ultra-fast switching minimizes measurement cycle time in production environments
• High isolation and low insertion loss preserve signal fidelity across the operating band
• TTL-compatible control logic integrates directly into standard digital control systems
• Extended switching lifespan reduces maintenance and replacement costs in continuous-operation test setups
• Pin configuration optimized for compact switch matrix implementations
– Typical Applications
• RF and microwave test and measurement matrices
• Communications signal routing and characterization
• Radar system component testing
• Aerospace and defense instrumentation
• Industrial RF switching and multiplexing
• Medical equipment RF pathways
– Compatibility & Integration
The P9404C accepts 0 to +5 V control signals with TTL compatibility, streamlining integration into existing automated test systems. RoHS compliance supports modern procurement and environmental requirements across defense, medical, and industrial sectors.
