The Agilent/Keysight U7104N is a Single-Pole, Four-Throw (SP4T) electromechanical switch for high-frequency signal routing from DC to 54 GHz. It routes one input to any of four outputs with high repeatability and minimal signal degradation. The device employs opto-electronic current interrupts to open unselected ports while simultaneously closing the selected path and terminating inactive ports with 50-ohm loads. This architecture eliminates solenoid current draw during steady-state operation, reducing power consumption and thermal effects.
Technical Specifications
• Configuration: Single-Pole, Four-Throw (SP4T)
• Operating Frequency: DC to 54 GHz
• Impedance: 50 Ohms
• Insertion Loss: Low (exact value )
• Isolation: Greater than 95 dB (DC to 9 GHz); greater than 65 dB at 67 GHz
• VSWR: Less than 1.92 at 67 GHz
• Port Termination: 50-ohm loads on all inactive ports
• Operating Temperature: −25 °C to +75 °C
• Non-operating Temperature: −55 °C to +85 °C
– Key Features
• Opto-electronic switching with current interrupt circuit for reliable, repeatable operation
• Terminated ports ensure consistent signal termination across all inactive channels
• TTL/5V CMOS compatible control interface (optional)
• Ribbon cable or solder terminal connections for DC control
• Extended frequency coverage from DC through microwave and sub-millimeter bands
– Typical Applications
• Automated RF test and measurement systems
• Multi-port and multi-DUT signal routing
• Signal monitoring and switching in complex RF systems
• Applications requiring long-term reliability in demanding environments
– Compatibility & Integration
The U7104N integrates into automated test systems via standard TTL/5V CMOS control. External test automation software manages switching sequences. The 50-ohm port impedance matches standard RF system architectures.
