For price, delivery and to place orders: Hittite Microwave Corporation, 2 Elizabeth Drive, Chelmsford, MA 01824
Phone: 978-250-3343 Fax: 978-250-3373 Order On-line at www.hittite.com
Application Support: Phone: 978-250-3343 or apps@hittite.com
SWITCHES - SPST - SMT
1
HMC550A / 550AE
v00.1212
GaAs MMIC SPST
FAILSAFE SWITCH, DC - 6 GHz
General Description
Features
Functional Diagram
Failsafe Operation - “On” When Unpowered
Wide Vdd Range: 1.2V to 5V
Very Low On State Current: 200 nA
Low Insertion Loss: 0.7 dB
High IP3: +52 dBm
Compact SOT26 SMT Package
Electrical Specications
TA = +25° C, Vdd = +3.3 Vdc, Vctl = 0/+3.3 Vdc (Unless Otherwise Stated), 50 Ohm System
Typical Applications
The HMC550A / HMC550AE is ideal for:
• RFID & Electronic Toll Collection (ETC)
• Tags, Handsets & Portables
• ISM, WLAN, WiMAX & WiBro
• Automotive Telematics
• Test Equipment
The HMC550A and HMC550AE are low-cost SPST
Failsafe switches in 6-lead SOT26 plastic packages
for use in switching applications which require low
insertion loss and very low current consumption.
With 0.7 dB typical loss, these devices can control
signals from DC to 6 GHz and are especially suited
for IF and RF applications including RFID, ISM,
automotive and battery powered tags and portables.
RF1 and RF2 are reective opens when “Off”. The
switch requires a minimal amount of DC current in the
“On” state, and offers compatibility with CMOS and
some TTL logic families. The failsafe topology results
in the switch being normally “On”, i.e. low insertion
loss from RF1 to RF2, when no DC bias is applied.
Parameter Frequency Min. Typ. Max. Units
Insertion Loss DC - 6.0 GHz 0.7 0.9 dB
Isolation DC - 2.0 GHz
DC - 6.0 GHz
15
8
25
12
dB
dB
Return Loss DC - 6.0 GHz 20 dB
Input Power for 0.1 dB Compression Vctl = 0/+3.3V 0.5 - 6.0 GHz 28 32 dBm
Input Third Order Intercept
(Two-tone Input Power = +17 dBm Each Tone) Vctl = 0/+3.3V 0.5 - 6.0 GHz 52 dBm
Switching Characteristics DC - 6.0 GHz
tRISE, tFALL (10/90% RF)
tON, tOFF (50% CTL to 10/90% RF)
20
30
ns
ns
TA = +25° C, Vctl & Vdd Unpowered
Insertion Loss DC - 6.0 GHz 0.7 0.9 dB
Return Loss DC - 6.0 GHz 20 dB
Input Power for 0.1 dB Compression 0.5 - 6.0 GHz 28 33 dBm
Input Third Order Intercept
(Two-tone Input Power = +17 dBm Each Tone) 0.5 - 0.6 GHz 52 dBm
Information furnished by Analog Devices is believed to be accurate and reliable. However, no
responsibility is assumed by Analog Devices for its use, nor for any infringements of patents or other
rights of third parties that may result from its use. Specifications subject to change without notice. No
license is granted by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights of Analog Devices.
Trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
For price, delivery, and to place orders: Analog Devices, Inc.,
One Technology Way, P.O. Box 9106, Norwood, MA 02062-9106
Phone: 781-329-4700 • Order online at www.analog.com
Application Support: Phone: 1-800-ANALOG-D
For price, delivery and to place orders: Hittite Microwave Corporation, 2 Elizabeth Drive, Chelmsford, MA 01824
Phone: 978-250-3343 Fax: 978-250-3373 Order On-line at www.hittite.com
Application Support: Phone: 978-250-3343 or apps@hittite.com
SWITCHES - SPST - SMT
2
HMC550A / 550AE
v00.1212
GaAs MMIC SPST
FAILSAFE SWITCH, DC - 6 GHz
Return LossInsertion Loss
Isolation
Input P0.1dB vs. Temperature
-2.5
-2
-1.5
-1
-0.5
0
012345678
+25C +85C -40C
INSERTION LOSS (dB)
FREQUENCY (GHz)
-30
-25
-20
-15
-10
-5
0
012345678
+25C +85C -40C
RETURN LOSS (dB)
FREQUENCY (GHz)
-70
-60
-50
-40
-30
-20
-10
0
012345678
+25C +85C -40C
ISOLATION (dB)
FREQUENCY (GHz)
0
5
10
15
20
25
30
35
40
0123456
+25C +85C -40C
INPUT P0.1dB (dBm)
FREQUENCY (GHz)
30
35
40
45
50
55
60
0123456
+25C +85C -40C
INPUT IP3 (dBm)
FREQUENCY (GHz)
Input IP3 vs. Temperature
Information furnished by Analog Devices is believed to be accurate and reliable. However, no
responsibility is assumed by Analog Devices for its use, nor for any infringements of patents or other
rights of third parties that may result from its use. Specifications subject to change without notice. No
license is granted by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights of Analog Devices.
Trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
For price, delivery, and to place orders: Analog Devices, Inc.,
One Technology Way, P.O. Box 9106, Norwood, MA 02062-9106
Phone: 781-329-4700 • Order online at www.analog.com
Application Support: Phone: 1-800-ANALOG-D
For price, delivery and to place orders: Hittite Microwave Corporation, 2 Elizabeth Drive, Chelmsford, MA 01824
Phone: 978-250-3343 Fax: 978-250-3373 Order On-line at www.hittite.com
Application Support: Phone: 978-250-3343 or apps@hittite.com
SWITCHES - SPST - SMT
3
HMC550A / 550AE
v00.1212
GaAs MMIC SPST
FAILSAFE SWITCH, DC - 6 GHz
Insertion Loss, Power Off Return Loss, Power Off
Conditions Vdd - Vctl ≥ + 1.2 Vdc -0.2 Vdc < Vdd - Vctl < +0.4 Vdc
RF1 - RF2 OFF ON
Vdd (V) 0 (Unpowered) 1.6 2.2 3.3 5.0
Vctl (V) 0 (Unpowered) 0> 1.2 < 1.0 > 1.8 < 2.1 > 2.9 < 3.8 > 4.6
RF1 - RF2 ON OFF ON OFF ON OFF ON OFF ON
Operating Conditions
Vdd & Vctl = 0 Vdc to +5 Vdc; Vctl_max = Vdd + 0.2 Vdc; Idd & Ictl = 0.1 µA, Typical
Examples of Typical Operating Conditions - Idd & Ictl = 0.1 µA, Typical
-2.5
-2
-1.5
-1
-0.5
0
012345678
INSERTION LOSS (dB)
FREQUENCY (GHz)
-30
-25
-20
-15
-10
-5
0
012345678
RETURN LOSS (dB)
FREQUENCY (GHz)
0
5
10
15
20
25
30
35
40
0123456
INPUT P0.1dB (dBm)
FREQUENCY (GHz)
Input P0.1dB, Power Off
30
35
40
45
50
55
60
0123456
INPUT IP3 (dBm)
FREQUENCY (GHz)
Input IP3, Power Off
Information furnished by Analog Devices is believed to be accurate and reliable. However, no
responsibility is assumed by Analog Devices for its use, nor for any infringements of patents or other
rights of third parties that may result from its use. Specifications subject to change without notice. No
license is granted by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights of Analog Devices.
Trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
For price, delivery, and to place orders: Analog Devices, Inc.,
One Technology Way, P.O. Box 9106, Norwood, MA 02062-9106
Phone: 781-329-4700 • Order online at www.analog.com
Application Support: Phone: 1-800-ANALOG-D
For price, delivery and to place orders: Hittite Microwave Corporation, 2 Elizabeth Drive, Chelmsford, MA 01824
Phone: 978-250-3343 Fax: 978-250-3373 Order On-line at www.hittite.com
Application Support: Phone: 978-250-3343 or apps@hittite.com
SWITCHES - SPST - SMT
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HMC550A / 550AE
v00.1212
GaAs MMIC SPST
FAILSAFE SWITCH, DC - 6 GHz
Absolute Maximum Ratings
RF Input Power (Vctl = 0/+3.3V) +34 dBm
Supply Voltage (Vdd) +12 Vdc
Control Voltage Range (Vctl) -0.2 to +(Vdd + 0.2) Vdc
Channel Temperature 150 °C
Continuous Pdiss (T= 85 °C)
(derate 5.54 mW/ °C above 85°C) 0.360 W
Thermal Resistance 180.5 °C/W
Storage Temperature -65 to +150 °C
Operating Temperature -40 to +85 °C
ESD Sensitivity (HBM) Class 1A
DC blocks are required at ports RF1 and RF2.
ELECTROSTATIC SENSITIVE DEVICE
OBSERVE HANDLING PRECAUTIONS
Outline Drawing
NOTES:
1. LEADFRAME MATERIAL: COPPER ALLOY
2. DIMENSIONS ARE IN INCHES [MILLIMETERS].
3. DIMENSION DOES NOT INCLUDE MOLDFLASH OF 0.15mm PER SIDE.
4. DIMENSION DOES NOT INCLUDE MOLDFLASH OF 0.25mm PER SIDE.
5. ALL GROUND LEADS MUST BE SOLDERED TO PCB RF GROUND.
Package Information
Part Number Package Body Material Lead Finish MSL Rating Package Marking [3]
HMC550A Low Stress Injection Molded Plastic Sn/Pb Solder MSL1 [1] 550A
XXXX
HMC550AE RoHS-compliant Low Stress Injection Molded Plastic 100% matte Sn MSL1 [2] 550AE
XXXX
[1] Max peak reow temperature of 235 °C
[2] Max peak reow temperature of 260 °C
[3] 4-Digit lot number XXXX
Information furnished by Analog Devices is believed to be accurate and reliable. However, no
responsibility is assumed by Analog Devices for its use, nor for any infringements of patents or other
rights of third parties that may result from its use. Specifications subject to change without notice. No
license is granted by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights of Analog Devices.
Trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
For price, delivery, and to place orders: Analog Devices, Inc.,
One Technology Way, P.O. Box 9106, Norwood, MA 02062-9106
Phone: 781-329-4700 • Order online at www.analog.com
Application Support: Phone: 1-800-ANALOG-D
For price, delivery and to place orders: Hittite Microwave Corporation, 2 Elizabeth Drive, Chelmsford, MA 01824
Phone: 978-250-3343 Fax: 978-250-3373 Order On-line at www.hittite.com
Application Support: Phone: 978-250-3343 or apps@hittite.com
SWITCHES - SPST - SMT
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HMC550A / 550AE
v00.1212
GaAs MMIC SPST
FAILSAFE SWITCH, DC - 6 GHz
Typical Application Circuit
Note:
1. DC Blocking capacitors are required for each RF port as shown. Capacitor value determines lowest frequency of operation.
Pin Descriptions
Pin Number Function Description Interface Schematic
1, 3 RF1, RF2 These pins are DC coupled and matched to 50 Ohms.
Blocking capacitors are required.
2, 5 GND These pins must be connected to RF ground.
4Vdd Supply Voltage
6Vctl See truth and control voltage tables.
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responsibility is assumed by Analog Devices for its use, nor for any infringements of patents or other
rights of third parties that may result from its use. Specifications subject to change without notice. No
license is granted by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights of Analog Devices.
Trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
For price, delivery, and to place orders: Analog Devices, Inc.,
One Technology Way, P.O. Box 9106, Norwood, MA 02062-9106
Phone: 781-329-4700 • Order online at www.analog.com
Application Support: Phone: 1-800-ANALOG-D
For price, delivery and to place orders: Hittite Microwave Corporation, 2 Elizabeth Drive, Chelmsford, MA 01824
Phone: 978-250-3343 Fax: 978-250-3373 Order On-line at www.hittite.com
Application Support: Phone: 978-250-3343 or apps@hittite.com
SWITCHES - SPST - SMT
6
HMC550A / 550AE
v00.1212
GaAs MMIC SPST
FAILSAFE SWITCH, DC - 6 GHz
Evaluation PCB
The circuit board used in the nal application
should be generated with proper RF circuit design
techniques. Signal lines at the RF port should
have 50 Ohm impedance and the package ground
leads should be connected directly to the ground
plane similar to that shown above. The evalua-
tion circuit board shown above is available from
Hittite Microwave Corporation upon request.
List of Materials for Evaluation PCB 109266 - HMC550A[1]
Item Description
J1 - J2 PCB Mount SMA RF Connector
J3 - J5 DC Pin
C1 1,000 pF Capacitor, 0402 Pkg.
C2 - C3 100 pF capacitor, 0402 Pkg.
R1, R2 100 Ohm Resistor, 0402 Pkg.
U1 HMC550A / HMC550AE SPST Switch
PCB [2] 108436 Evaluation PCB
[1] Reference this number when ordering complete evaluation PCB
[2] Circuit Board Material: Rogers 4350
Information furnished by Analog Devices is believed to be accurate and reliable. However, no
responsibility is assumed by Analog Devices for its use, nor for any infringements of patents or other
rights of third parties that may result from its use. Specifications subject to change without notice. No
license is granted by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights of Analog Devices.
Trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
For price, delivery, and to place orders: Analog Devices, Inc.,
One Technology Way, P.O. Box 9106, Norwood, MA 02062-9106
Phone: 781-329-4700 • Order online at www.analog.com
Application Support: Phone: 1-800-ANALOG-D
