The Keysight 87106C is a high-performance SP6T electromechanical coaxial switch designed for RF and microwave signal routing from DC to 26.5 GHz. Highly reliable and providing low insertion loss with excellent isolation, it is widely utilized in automated test systems, instrumentation, and telecommunications applications.
Specifications
Physical
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Operating Temperature | -25 to +75 |
| Dimensions (W×H×D) | 71.1 mm (diameter) × 64.3 mm (height) |
| Weight | 0.229 |
RF Performance Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Frequency Range | DC to 26.5 GHz |
| Nominal Impedance | 50 ohms |
| Insertion Loss (DC to 4 GHz) | < 0.3 dB |
| Insertion Loss (18 to 26.5 GHz) | < 1.0 dB |
| Isolation (DC to 4 GHz) | > 100 dB |
| Isolation (4 to 12.4 GHz) | > 80 dB |
| Isolation (12.4 to 18 GHz) | > 70 dB |
| Isolation (18 to 26.5 GHz) | > 65 dB |
| VSWR (DC to 4 GHz) | < 1.20 |
| VSWR (4 to 12.4 GHz) | < 1.35 |
| VSWR (12.4 to 18 GHz) | < 1.45 |
| VSWR (18 to 26.5 GHz) | < 1.70 |
Switching & Electrical Characteristics
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Switch Configuration | SP6T (Single Pole, Six Throw) |
| Switching Speed | < 15 ms |
Mechanical & Physical Properties
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| RF Connector Type | SMA (female) |
| Mechanical Lifetime | 5,000,000 cycles (minimum) |
| Switching Repeatability (Insertion Loss) | 0.03 dB (typical up to 5,000,000 cycles) |
Environmental & Reliability
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature Range | -55 °C to +85 °C |
| Mechanical Shock | 500 g at 0.5 ms (half-sine) |
| Relative Humidity Range | 95% RH at 40 °C for 5 days (non-condensing) |
| Operating Altitude Range | up to 4,600 meters (15,000 feet) |
| Non-operating Altitude Range | up to 15,300 meters (50,000 feet) |
Performance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Switching Type | Break-before-make |
Technology
Electromechanical coaxial switch
Applications
RF and microwave signal routing