HMC787ALC3B

The HMC787ALC3B is a high-performance GaAs (Gallium Arsenide) MMIC (Monolithic Microwave Integrated Circuit) switch designed for RF and microwave applications. This switch operates from DC to 20 GHz, providing a wide frequency range suitable for various communication and radar systems. It is a single-pole, double-throw (SPDT) switch, meaning it can route signals between two different paths.
Key features of the HMC787ALC3B include low insertion loss, high isolation, and fast switching speed, making it ideal for applications requiring efficient signal routing with minimal signal degradation. The switch is designed to handle high power levels with excellent linearity, ensuring minimal distortion of the RF signals.
The HMC787ALC3B comes in a compact 3 x 3 mm, 12-lead LFCSP (Lead Frame Chip Scale Package), which supports easy integration into tight spaces on printed circuit boards (PCBs). Its robust design and reliability make it suitable for use in both commercial and military applications, such as in test equipment, wireless infrastructure, and other RF systems.

The HMC787ALC3B is a GaAs MMIC (Monolithic Microwave Integrated Circuit) SPDT (Single Pole Double Throw) switch that operates from DC to 6 GHz. Key features include:
1. Wide Frequency Range: Supports applications from DC to 6 GHz, making it versatile for RF and microwave applications.
2. Low Insertion Loss: Typically around 0.5 dB, which helps in maintaining signal integrity.
3. High Isolation: Offers isolation of approximately 45 dB, reducing signal leakage between the paths.
4. Fast Switching Speed: Provides fast switching capabilities with speeds around 14 ns, suitable for rapid signal routing.
5. Power Handling: Can handle input power levels of up to +34 dBm.
6. Compact Package: Comes in a 3x3 mm, 12-lead LFCSP (Lead Frame Chip Scale Package), making it suitable for compact designs.
7. Control Voltage: Operates with a control voltage range of 0/+3V to 0/+5V.
These features make the HMC787ALC3B ideal for applications in wireless infrastructure, test equipment, and other RF systems requiring reliable and efficient signal switching.

The HMC787ALC3B is housed in a compact 3mm x 3mm leadless chip carrier surface-mount package, specifically a 16-lead ceramic leadless chip carrier (LCC). This package type is designed for high performance RF and microwave applications, providing a reliable and efficient solution for integration into various systems.

The HMC787ALC3B is manufactured by Analog Devices, Inc. Analog Devices is a multinational semiconductor company specializing in the design, manufacturing, and marketing of integrated circuits used in electronic equipment. The company provides a broad range of products, including data converters, amplifiers, power management circuits, radio frequency (RF) ICs, and other sensors and processors. They serve various markets, such as communications, industrial, automotive, and consumer electronics, focusing on providing high-performance analog, mixed-signal, and digital signal processing solutions.

The HMC787ALC3B is a high-isolation, non-reflective GaAs MMIC SPDT switch commonly used in applications such as wireless infrastructure, test equipment, and microwave radios. It operates in the frequency range of DC to 6 GHz, making it suitable for cellular, 3G, 4G, LTE, and other advanced communication systems where signal routing and switching are critical. Its high isolation and low insertion loss are advantageous in maintaining signal integrity and reducing interference in these applications.

The HMC787ALC3B is a GaAs MMIC SPDT switch. Equivalent products include:
1. Mini-Circuits MASWSS0191
2. Qorvo RFSA2113
3. Skyworks Solutions SKY13453-385LF
These products offer similar functionalities and can be considered as alternatives, but specifications and performance may vary. Always compare the datasheets for exact matching of features and parameters.