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Find the Right Switching Solutions
for Your Test and Measurement Needs
Application Note
Introduction
RF and microwave switches are used extensively in microwave systems for signal routing between
instruments and devices under test (DUT). Incorporating a switch into a switch matrix system
enables you to route signals from multiple instruments to single or multiple DUTs. This makes it
possible for multiple tests to be performed with the same setup, eliminating the need for frequent
connects and disconnects. The entire testing process can then be automated to increase throughput
in a high-volume production environment.
Abstract
No single switch can best it all applications. Selecting the correct switch technology--platform, RF
performance, reliability, switching time, power handling--to accessorize and/or complement your
system setup requires an investment of time and resources. The relative advantages and disadvan-
tages of different types of switches determine their use for speciic applications. This application
note will provide an overview of the types of microwave switches available and assist you in select-
ing the most appropriate switch type for a given application.
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