Lead-Free SPDT Switch Readies For WLANs

Providing low-loss switching for the transmit/receive function in 802.11b WLAN and low-power RF applications, the MASWSS0115 lead-free SPDT GaAs switch exhibits a loss of 0.35 dB at 2.4 GHz and a linearity of +20 dBm. Available in a six-lead SOT-363 package, the device operates at frequencies from dc to 3 GHz and works with positive control voltages as low as 2.3V. Other features include an insertion loss of 0.35 dB at 2.4 GHz, a typical VSWR of 1.1:1, and isolation beyond 20 dB. Price is less than $0.18 each/50,000. M/A-COM INC., Lowell, MA (800) 366-2266.