Pickering Interfaces announce new MEMS-based RF multiplexers
Summary
Ideal for wireless communications and semiconductor test, the new MEMS-based RF multiplexers deliver vastly increased operational life (up to 300x), faster operating speed (up to 60x), higher bandwidth, and increased RF power handling versus traditional EMR (electromechanical relay) alternatives. The family is based on the Ideal Switch from Menlo Microsystems, which are the first commercial MEMS components with the performance characteristics to support demanding RF test environments such as semiconductor, consumer wireless devices, and various S-band applications (including mobile services, satellite communications, and radar). “But with their Ideal Switch, Menlo Micro is the first company to offer a production MEMS switch that meets the specifications needed for RF test.” “Our partnership with Pickering Interfaces has been built on five years of collaboration focused on the next generation of RF products and applications,” noted Chris Giovanniello, Founder & SVP of Worldwide Marketing at Menlo Microsystems. The module is offered with either SMB or MCX connectors to allow users to select the most suitable interface for their applications, and Pickering provides a full range of cabling solutions. In terms of operating systems, all Microsoft-supported Windows versions and popular varieties of Linux are supported, as well as other real-time hardware-in-the-loop (HiL) tools.All modules are covered by Pickerings standard three-year warranty.