The Keysight (Agilent) 87106D is a Single Pole, Six Throw (SP6T) electromechanical coaxial switch engineered for high-frequency signal routing in automated test systems and RF/microwave applications. Operating DC to 40 GHz with 50 ohm impedance, this terminated switch delivers repeatable, accurate signal path switching with minimal insertion loss variation across millions of cycles.
Technical Specifications
• Frequency Range: DC to 40 GHz
• Switch Configuration: SP6T (Single Pole, Six Throw), terminated
• Impedance: 50 ohm
• Connectors: 2.92 mm (f); 2.4 mm available (87106DH24 variant)
• Maximum RF Input Power: 1 W
• Isolation: Minimum 65 dB at 40 GHz
• Insertion Loss Repeatability: 0.03 dB guaranteed over 5 million cycles
• Typical Operating Life: 10 million cycles
• Drive Voltage: 24 VDC
• Switching Features: Electronic position indicator, current interrupt capability, magnetic latching
• Compliance: RoHS compliant; RoHS phthalates compliant; SVHC-free (as of July 8, 2021)
• Export Classification: US ECCN 5A991
– Key Features
• Guaranteed Insertion Loss Repeatability: 0.03 dB across 5 million cycles minimizes random measurement errors and maintains signal path accuracy over extended operational periods.
• High RF Isolation: Minimum 65 dB at 40 GHz ensures excellent signal separation and crosstalk rejection between ports.
• Extended Operational Life: Typical 10 million cycle life with reliable switching reduces maintenance intervals and increases test system availability.
• Low Cost of Ownership: Repeatable performance reduces calibration frequency and associated downtime costs.
• Magnetic Latching Design: Holds position without continuous power, reducing control circuit complexity.
– Typical Applications
• Automated test equipment (ATE) for RF and microwave signal routing
• Manufacturing test systems requiring long-term measurement stability
• Multi-port signal monitoring and switching networks
• System integration requiring high-frequency signal path management
– Compatibility & Integration
Standard configuration includes 24 VDC drive (Option 024) and 16-pin DIP DC connector (Option 161). The SP6T architecture supports flexible signal distribution across six output ports while maintaining strict RF performance specifications across the DC to 40 GHz range.
